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Key Facts: AIIMS NORCET Exam
2 stages
NORCET has a qualifying Prelims (Stage I) and a merit-deciding Mains (Stage II)
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100 MCQs
Stage I has 100 four-option MCQs (80 nursing + 20 GK/aptitude) in 90 minutes
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160 MCQs
Stage II (Mains) has 160 nursing MCQs in 180 minutes and decides final merit
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1/3 negative marking
One-third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer in both stages
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18 minutes/section
Stage I is split into five time-locked sections of 20 questions and 18 minutes each
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50/45/40 percentile
Qualifying percentile cut-offs are 50 for UR/EWS, 45 for OBC and 40 for SC/ST
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Computer-based
NORCET is delivered as a computer-based test by AIIMS, New Delhi
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AIIMS NORCET is the two-stage computer-based exam conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi to recruit Nursing Officers across AIIMS and other participating hospitals. Stage I (Prelims) has 100 four-option MCQs (80 nursing + 20 GK/aptitude) in 90 minutes across five time-locked 18-minute sections and is qualifying only. Stage II (Mains) has 160 nursing MCQs in 180 minutes across four sections and decides the final merit, with heavy use of case-scenario, image and priority-based questions. Both stages apply 1/3 negative marking, and candidates must reach a category percentile cut-off (UR/EWS 50, OBC 45, SC/ST 40). Eligibility requires B.Sc. Nursing, Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing or GNM with RN&RM registration. This 100-question bank gives original, exam-style multiple-choice practice across all the core nursing subjects.
Sample AIIMS NORCET Practice Questions
Try these sample questions to test your AIIMS NORCET exam readiness. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.
1A patient with left-sided heart failure is most likely to present with which of the following findings?
2Which position best relieves dyspnoea in a patient with acute pulmonary oedema?
3The earliest and most reliable sign of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in an adult is:
4A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is administered oxygen. The nurse keeps the flow low (1-2 L/min) primarily because:
5Which laboratory value is most specific for myocardial infarction?
6A patient with cirrhosis develops confusion and a flapping tremor of the hands (asterixis). This indicates:
7The nursing priority for a patient immediately after a thyroidectomy is to:
8In a patient with acute pancreatitis, which serum enzyme rises early and is commonly used for diagnosis?
9A patient with chronic kidney disease has a serum potassium of 6.8 mEq/L. The nurse should anticipate which immediate ECG-related risk?
10The classic triad of symptoms in diabetes mellitus is:
About the AIIMS NORCET Exam
The AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) is the national computer-based examination conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi to recruit Nursing Officers for AIIMS institutes and several other participating central government hospitals. It is held in two stages. Stage I (Prelims) is a 90-minute qualifying paper of 100 four-option MCQs - 80 from nursing subjects and 20 from general knowledge and aptitude - divided into five time-locked sections of 20 questions. Stage I scores do not count toward the final merit but candidates must clear the category percentile cut-off to advance. Stage II (Mains) is a 180-minute paper of 160 nursing MCQs across four sections, emphasising case-scenario, image-based and priority-based questions to test clinical competency, and it decides the final merit. Both stages carry a negative marking of one-third mark for each wrong answer. The clinical syllabus spans medical-surgical, community health, paediatric, obstetric and gynaecological (midwifery), and mental health nursing, plus fundamentals of nursing, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, nutrition and nursing management.
Assessment
Two stages. Stage I (Prelims): 100 MCQs (80 nursing + 20 general knowledge and aptitude) in five time-locked sections of 20 questions. Stage II (Mains): 160 nursing MCQs in four sections of 40 questions, including case-scenario, image and priority-based items.
Time Limit
Stage I: 90 minutes (five sections of 18 minutes each). Stage II: 180 minutes (four sections of 45 minutes each). A section closes automatically when its time expires and cannot be revisited.
Passing Score
Stage I is qualifying only and is not used for final merit. Candidates must reach the category percentile cut-off (UR/EWS 50, OBC 45, SC/ST 40, with a 5-percentile relaxation for PwBD). Final selection is based on Stage II marks followed by document verification and medical examination.
Exam Fee
Rs. 3000 for General/OBC and Rs. 2400 for SC/ST/EWS; PwBD candidates are exempt. Paid online by debit card, credit card or net banking. (All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi)
AIIMS NORCET Exam Content Outline
Medical-Surgical Nursing
The dominant clinical area: nursing assessment and management of cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, renal and genitourinary, endocrine, neurological, musculoskeletal and integumentary disorders, plus critical care, fluid/electrolyte balance, oncology and perioperative nursing.
Fundamentals of Nursing
Nursing process, vital signs, infection prevention and asepsis, hygiene, positioning and mobility, oxygen therapy, wound and pressure-injury care, documentation, patient safety and basic procedures.
Community Health Nursing
Epidemiology and levels of prevention, the Universal Immunization Programme schedule, national health programmes, family welfare and contraception, vital and health statistics, environmental sanitation and communicable disease control in India.
Paediatric (Child Health) Nursing
Growth and development milestones, neonatal and newborn care, IMNCI, immunisation, common childhood infections and disorders, nutritional deficiency diseases and care of the hospitalised child.
Midwifery and Obstetrical/Gynaecological Nursing
Antenatal, intranatal and postnatal care, mechanism and stages of labour, partograph, high-risk pregnancy and obstetric emergencies, postpartum haemorrhage, family planning and selected gynaecological conditions.
Mental Health (Psychiatric) Nursing
Common psychiatric disorders, therapeutic communication and nurse-patient relationship, psychotropic drug groups, ECT, defence mechanisms and the Mental Healthcare Act 2017.
Pharmacology
Drug classes and mechanisms, routes and dosage forms, adverse effects and antidotes, drug-dose calculation and the nurse's role in safe medication administration and the rights of medication.
Anatomy and Physiology
Structure and function of the major body systems that underpin clinical nursing judgement, including the heart, lungs, kidneys, nervous system and endocrine glands.
Microbiology, Nutrition and Nursing Management/Ethics
Microorganisms, sterilisation and disinfection and infection control; balanced and therapeutic diets, vitamins and macronutrients; and nursing administration, leadership, professional ethics and legal responsibilities.
How to Pass the AIIMS NORCET Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Stage I is qualifying only and is not used for final merit. Candidates must reach the category percentile cut-off (UR/EWS 50, OBC 45, SC/ST 40, with a 5-percentile relaxation for PwBD). Final selection is based on Stage II marks followed by document verification and medical examination.
- Assessment: Two stages. Stage I (Prelims): 100 MCQs (80 nursing + 20 general knowledge and aptitude) in five time-locked sections of 20 questions. Stage II (Mains): 160 nursing MCQs in four sections of 40 questions, including case-scenario, image and priority-based items.
- Time limit: Stage I: 90 minutes (five sections of 18 minutes each). Stage II: 180 minutes (four sections of 45 minutes each). A section closes automatically when its time expires and cannot be revisited.
- Exam fee: Rs. 3000 for General/OBC and Rs. 2400 for SC/ST/EWS; PwBD candidates are exempt. Paid online by debit card, credit card or net banking.
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the AIIMS NORCET exam?
Stage I (Prelims) has 100 four-option MCQs - 80 nursing and 20 general knowledge/aptitude - in 90 minutes. Stage II (Mains) has 160 nursing MCQs in 180 minutes. Both stages apply 1/3 negative marking for wrong answers.
Is AIIMS NORCET a computer-based exam?
Yes. NORCET is a computer-based test (CBT) conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi. Questions are presented on screen in time-locked sections that close automatically and cannot be revisited once their time expires.
What is the difference between NORCET Prelims and Mains?
Stage I (Prelims) is qualifying only and does not count toward final merit; candidates only need to reach the category percentile cut-off. Stage II (Mains) is the merit-deciding paper of 160 nursing MCQs, with more case-scenario and image-based questions.
Is there negative marking in NORCET?
Yes. One-third (1/3) of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer in both Stage I and Stage II. Each correct answer earns one mark, so accuracy and selective answering matter.
Who is eligible to apply for AIIMS NORCET?
Candidates with a B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing, B.Sc. Nursing, Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing or GNM diploma who are registered as Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RN&RM). GNM candidates usually need work experience as specified in the notification, and the upper age limit is generally 30 years with statutory relaxations.
Are these official AIIMS NORCET questions?
No. These are original OpenExamPrep practice questions modelled on the NORCET syllabus and style. Always check the official AIIMS advertisement on aiimsexams.ac.in for the current pattern, syllabus and dates.