The Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) is conducted by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) to recruit Nursing Officers for AIIMS institutions and other central government hospitals across India. Here’s a detailed overview:
Key Details
- Exam Name: AIIMS NORCET (Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test)
- Frequency: Twice a year
- Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test)
- Stages: Two stages – Prelims and Mains
- Exam Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each incorrect answer
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution.
- General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with registration in the State or Indian Nursing Council.
Age Limit:
- Minimum: 18 years.
- Maximum: 30 years (Relaxations apply for reserved categories).
Exam Pattern
Prelims:
- Subjects: Nursing-related topics: 80 questions. General Knowledge & Aptitude: 20 questions
- Duration and Total Questions: 90 minutes, 100 Questions.
Mains:
- Subjects: Advanced Nursing topics
- Duration: 180 minutes
- Total Questions: 160
Syllabus
- Nursing Subjects: Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatric Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing
- General Knowledge & Aptitude: Current Affairs, Indian History and Politics, Basic Mathematics (e.g., percentages, ratios), Logical Reasoning.
Application Process
- Applications are submitted online through the official AIIMS website.
- Required documents include educational certificates, identity proof, and a scanned photograph.
Preparation Tips
- Focus on core nursing subjects and practice MCQs regularly.
- Stay updated with current affairs and general knowledge.
- Solve previous years’ question papers to understand the exam pattern.
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