Full Form of NORCET
NORCET full form is Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (हिंदी में: नर्सिंग ऑफिसर भर्ती सामान्य पात्रता परीक्षा). It functions under All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi as an official authority for examination administration and cadre recruitment.
| Acronym / Short Form | NORCET |
|---|---|
| Full Form (English) | Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test |
| हिंदी अर्थ (Hindi Meaning) | नर्सिंग ऑफिसर भर्ती सामान्य पात्रता परीक्षा |
| Domain / Sector | Medical |
| Regulatory / Conducting Body | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi |
| Official Portal | aiimsexams.ac.in |
1. Official Mandate, Scope & Background
The Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) is an apex national competitive examination conducted biannually by AIIMS New Delhi for direct recruitment of Nursing Officers (Group B) across 20+ functional AIIMS institutions and participating Central Government Hospitals nationwide under Pay Level 7 of the 7th CPC.
2. Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications & Age Limits
B.Sc (Hons) Nursing / B.Sc Nursing from an INC recognized institute; or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing; or Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) with minimum 2 years experience in 50-bed hospital. Registration as Nurse & Midwife with State/INC required. Age limit: 18 to 30 years (with central relaxations for reserved categories).
3. Examination Scheme & Selection Procedure
Stage 1: NORCET Preliminary Examination (Screening test of 100 MCQs, 90 mins). Stage 2: NORCET Mains Examination (100 MCQs focused on clinical patient care and practical skills). Negative marking of 1/3rd mark. Centralized seat allocation through AIIMS portal.
4. Core Syllabus & Key Subjects
General Nursing and Midwifery curriculum (Anatomy, Pharmacology, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Community Health, Infection Control) plus General Awareness and Basic Aptitude.
5. Salary, Pay Scale & 7th CPC Allowances
6. Career Growth & Promotion Hierarchy
Nursing officers start at Pay Level 7. With years of dedicated service, promotions lead to Assistant Nursing Superintendent, Deputy Nursing Superintendent, and finally Chief Nursing Officer positions, offering steady career progression within central healthcare setups.