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AIIMS CRE-5 2026 Notification: Eligibility, Salary, Important Dates & How to Apply

Great news for everyone dreaming of a stable job in the health and government sector. The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has released the Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-5) notification to fill a huge 2,693 vacancies in Group B and Group C posts. This single exam covers 32 participating institutes — all AIIMS hospitals plus ESIC, ICMR, RML, Safdarjung and other central health bodies. With pay going up to ₹1,51,100, it is one of the biggest medical and healthcare government jobs drives of the year.

The online application window was open from 13 June 2026 to 03 July 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) and has now closed. Whether you are a 10th pass, 12th pass, ITI, diploma, graduate or postgraduate candidate, there is very likely a post for you here — from clerks and technicians to nursing officers and engineers. In this article, we will explain the vacancies, eligibility, salary, selection process, fees and the step-by-step application process in very simple language. Read it fully to catch every detail, and keep GovtJobsAlert.in bookmarked for every update.

What are the Key Highlights of AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026?

The AIIMS Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-5) is a single-window, computer-based exam conducted by the Examination Section of AIIMS, New Delhi. Instead of applying separately at each hospital, you apply once for a post group and your result is used to fill that post across many institutes. This saves time, money and effort. The recruitment is for regular, non-faculty Group B and Group C posts and is open to candidates across the country.

• Post Names: Clerks (LDC/UDC/DEO), Stenographer, Nursing Officer, Pharmacist, Lab/OT/Radiography Technicians, Junior Engineers, and many more
• Total Vacancies: 2,693 posts
• Salary / Pay Level: Pay Level 1 to Level 8 (₹18,000 – ₹1,51,100 basic)
• Job Location: All India (32 participating institutes)
• Application Start Date: 13 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 03 July 2026 (5:00 PM)

What are the Post-Wise Vacancies for AIIMS CRE-5 2026?

The 2,693 vacancies are spread across 59 post groups. Since there are too many individual posts to list, here is a clear group-wise breakdown of the major cadres so you can find your category quickly. Many of these posts only need 12th pass qualification, which makes this a great chance for freshers.

Post Group	Pay Level	Vacancies
Clerical & Admin (LDC, UDC, DEO)	2–6	849
Technical Officer / OT Technician / Tech Assistant	5–7	267
Stenographer / PA / Private Secretary	4–7	252
Lab Technologist / Lab Technician / Lab Attendant	2–6	229
Hospital Attendant, MTS & Support Staff	1–2	151
Medical Record Technician / Coding Clerk	2–5	141
Store Keeper / Junior Store Officer	2–6	87
Pharmacist / Dispensing Attendant	4–5	70
Nursing Officer / ANM / Multipurpose Worker	4–8	62
Junior / Assistant Engineer (Civil, Electrical, AC&R)	6–7	122
Radiography / Radiotherapy / Dark Room	4–6	57
Social Worker / Counsellor / Medical Social Worker	4–7	50
Other technical & support posts	1–7	356

Category-wise, the vacancies break up into UR: 1,445, OBC: 483, SC: 362, ST: 203 and EWS: 199, with separate horizontal reservation for PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates.

What is the Eligibility for AIIMS CRE-5 2026 (Education & Age Limit)?

Because this notification covers so many different posts, the qualifications change from post to post. Below is a simple, post-group summary. Always check the exact requirement for your chosen post in the official notification before applying.

Educational Qualification

• 10th Pass / Matriculation: MTS, Hospital Attendant, Cook, Dresser, Driver, and similar support posts (some also need an ITI / trade certificate)
• 12th / 10+2 Pass: LDC, Junior Administrative Assistant, Data Entry Operator, Stenographer, Telephone Operator
• Diploma holders: Lab Technician (DMLT), OT Technician, Radiographer, ECG/EEG Technician, Pharmacist (D.Pharm with State Pharmacy Council registration)
• Engineering (Diploma / Degree): Junior Engineer and Assistant Engineer (Civil, Electrical, AC&R), Biomedical Engineer
• Graduates: Assistant, UDC, Cashier (B.Com), Store Keeper, Personal Assistant, Programmer
• B.Sc / Professional degrees: Nursing Officer (B.Sc Nursing), Lab Technologist, Optometrist, Perfusionist, Physiotherapist
• Postgraduates: Dietician, Medical Social Worker, Counsellor, Junior Physicist, Statistical Assistant

If you hold any graduate-level government job qualification, several Level 6 and Level 7 posts are open for you.

Age Limit

Age limits vary by post, most commonly 18–27 or 18–30 years (Junior Warden: 30–45), as on the closing date (03 July 2026). Age relaxation is available as per government rules:

• OBC: 3 years
• SC / ST: 5 years
• PwBD: 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: military service + 3 years

What is the Salary for AIIMS CRE-5 2026 Posts?

The salary for AIIMS CRE-5 posts is governed by the 7th Pay Commission, with posts placed between Pay Level 1 and Pay Level 8. This means your basic pay grows steadily, and you also get regular government allowances on top of it.

• Pay Level 1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900
• Pay Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
• Pay Level 4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
• Pay Level 5: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
• Pay Level 6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
• Pay Level 7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
• Pay Level 8: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100

On top of basic pay, the posts carry the usual allowances as per the rules of the respective institute, so actual monthly pay depends on your level and posting city.

Apart from salary, remember these are regular posts, not contractual ones — the real value of a central government job.

What is the Selection Process for AIIMS CRE-5 2026?

The selection is done in stages. Don’t worry — your final merit is based mainly on the written exam, so prepare well for that. You can review the exam syllabus and pattern on GovtJobsAlert.in to plan your studies.

Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

This is the main exam. It is 90 minutes long with 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 400 marks (4 marks per question). There is negative marking of 1/4 marks for each wrong answer. Out of 100 questions, 20 cover General Knowledge, Aptitude and Computer Knowledge, and 80 are specific to your post. Qualifying marks are 40% for UR/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST and PwBD.

Stage 2: Skill / Trade / Physical Test

Depending on the post, you may have a typing test (for clerks/DEO), stenography test (for stenographers), trade test (for technical posts) or a physical standards/efficiency test (for fire and security posts). These tests are only qualifying in nature.

Stage 3: Choice Filling & Document Verification

The merit list is prepared on your CBT marks, with normalization if held in multiple shifts. Qualified candidates must fill institute choices online; seats are allocated on merit-cum-choice, and the allocated institute verifies documents.

How to Apply Online for AIIMS CRE-5 2026?

Before you begin, keep your photo, signature, thumb impression, educational certificates and a valid email and mobile number ready. The form is fully online — no documents are sent by post. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official AIIMS exam portal (direct link given in the Essential Links section below).
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user.
3. Log in and select the post group you want to apply for.
4. Fill in your personal, educational and category details carefully.
5. Upload your photo, signature and thumb impression as per the given size rules.
6. Pay the application fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking.
7. Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.

Remember, you must submit a separate application and fee for each post group you apply to. Government and PSU employees must upload their NOC by 08 July 2026.

What are the Important Dates for AIIMS CRE-5 2026?

Event	Date
Application Start Date	13 June 2026
Last Date to Apply	03 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
NOC Submission (Govt employees)	08 July 2026
Application Status Available	11 July 2026
CBT Exam Date	Tentative 25–27 July 2026 (Held)
Result (Group-Wise)	Declared — 11 August to 29 September 2026
Choice Filling for Seat Allocation (Notice No. 156/2026, group codes without skill test)	08 October 2026 to 17 October 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
Announcement of Seat Allocation	Will be declared in due course of time

What is the Application Fee for AIIMS CRE-5 2026?

Category	Fee
General / OBC	₹3,000
SC / ST / EWS	₹2,400
Persons with Disabilities (PwBD)	Exempted (No Fee)

The fee is paid online only through Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking, and is payable separately for each post group. The fee is non-refundable; however, SC/ST candidates who appear in the exam will get their fee refunded as per rules.

AIIMS CRE-5 2026 Essential Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Download AIIMS CRE-5 Seat Allocation Schedule Notice (Notice No. 156/2026)
• Apply Online for AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026
• Visit AIIMS Official Website
• Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
• Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs

This is a golden chance to join a respected central health institution with thousands of openings under one exam. With 2,693 vacancies and posts for almost every qualification level, very few of you should let this pass. The application window closed on 03 July 2026, the CBT was held from 25 to 27 July 2026, and the group-wise results are now out. Check your Group Code in the result update on this page and if your Group Code is in Annexure-I of Notice No. 156/2026, exercise your choices between 08 and 17 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM). For the skill test schedule, watch the official website. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more latest government job updates, admit cards and results.