AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam 2026: Official Dates, Schedule & Admit Card Updates

AIIMS, New Delhi has announced the revised schedule for the AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam 2026. This re-examination is exclusively for candidates belonging to the seven group codes affected by the cancellation of the initial Computer-Based Test (CBT). The exams will take place on 31 August and 1 September 2026, with morning and evening sessions. Please ensure you review your specific group code and exam details carefully.

AIIMS CRE 5 Re Exam Date 2026 Out

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has officially rescheduled the AIIMS CRE 5 exam for candidates across seven specific group codes. Following recommendations from an Expert Committee, the original CBT held from 25–27 July 2026 was cancelled for these groups. Only impacted candidates are required to reappear. The test will be conducted in two daily shifts: Morning (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM) and Evening (3:00 PM to 6:00 PM).

Download Official AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam 2026 Notice PDF

Affected Group Codes for Re-Examination

The AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam 2026 is strictly mandatory only for candidates appearing under the following notified group codes:

• Group Code 3
• Group Code 20
• Group Code 28
• Group Code 32
• Group Code 33
• Group Code 48
• Group Code 58

AIIMS CRE Re Exam Date 2026 Post-wise Dates

AIIMS has published the comprehensive post-wise schedule for the CRE 5 re-examination. Candidates are strongly encouraged to verify their assigned Group Code, specific examination date, and shift timings to ensure a seamless experience on test day.

Date	Shift	Group Code & Posts Included
31 August 2026 (Monday)	Morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)	Group Code 3: UDC, LDC, JAA, Data Entry Operator Grade AGroup Code 28: Security OfficerGroup Code 32: Receptionist, Junior Medical Record
	Evening (3:00 PM – 6:00 PM)	Group Code 20: Personal Assistant, PA to Principal, Stenographer, Private SecretaryGroup Code 33: Warden (Housekeepers/Hostel)Group Code 48: Telephone Officer, Telephone Assistant, Telephone Operator, Junior Warden
1 September 2026 (Tuesday)	Morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)	Group Code 58: Social Security Officer (Audit), Manager Grade-II, Superintendent

AIIMS CRE 5 Exam Date 2026

The AIIMS CRE 5 recruitment process features a Computer-Based Test (CBT) held in two daily shifts: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Morning) and 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM (Evening). Updates regarding city intimation slips and admit card releases will be posted on the official AIIMS portal. Candidates should maintain their study momentum and monitor the official website for real-time exam notifications.

What Is AIIMS CRE 5?

The AIIMS CRE 5 (Common Recruitment Examination – 5) is a prestigious national-level hiring initiative led by AIIMS New Delhi to fill Group B and Group C non-faculty vacancies across various AIIMS institutes and central healthcare organizations throughout India.

• Total Vacancies: Over 1,484 posts
• Key Roles: Nursing Officers, Pharmacists, Medical Lab Technologists, Administrative Staff, Engineering Staff, and MTS
• Selection Process: 90-minute Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by Skill Test/Document Verification (if applicable)
• Current Status: Applications are open until 3 July 2026

Quick Summary: This recruitment drive provides a prime opportunity for medical, technical, and administrative professionals to join premier government healthcare institutions.

AIIMS CRE 5 Notification 2026

This drive aims to fill numerous regular Group-B and Group-C non-faculty positions. The selection process consists of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and, for select posts, a mandatory skill test. Prospective candidates should review the official notification for comprehensive details on eligibility, total vacancies, and application fee structures.

Download Official AIIMS CRE 5 Notification 2026 PDF

AIIMS CRE 5 2026: Overview

The overview below summarizes critical recruitment parameters, including total vacancies, eligibility criteria, and the multi-stage selection process.

Event	Information
Organization	All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
Exam Name	Common Recruitment Examination (CRE)-2026
Posts	Group B & Group C Non-Faculty Posts
Total Vacancies	1484
Application Dates	13th June 2026 to 3rd July 2026
AIIMS CRE 5 Exam Date 2026	25 – 27 July 2026
Application Mode	Online
Selection Process	Computer-Based Test (CBT), Skill Test (post-wise), Document Verification
Official Portal	https://aiimsexams.ac.in

AIIMS CRE 5 Important Dates 2026

Event	Date
Notification Release	June 2026
Online Application Start	11 June 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	03 July 2026
Application Correction	To be Announced
Admit Card Release	July 2026
AIIMS CRE CBT Exam Date 2026	25 – 27 July 2026

How Many Vacancies Are Released For This Recruitment?

AIIMS has announced 1,484 vacancies for diverse non-faculty roles, covering technical, administrative, pharmacy, and nursing domains. Detailed institute-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdowns can be found in Annexure-II of the official notification.

View AIIMS CRE 5 Category-Wise Vacancy List

Important Dates

Event	Dates
Closing Date for Online Registration	03 July, 2026 (Up to 5:00 PM)
Last Date for Submission of NOC (Mandatory for candidates working in Government/PSUs/Autonomous bodies)	08 July 2026
Notification of Application Status (Accept/Reject)	11 July 2026
Date of Computer-Based Test (CBT)	25 July 2026 to 27  July, 2026

AIIMS CRE 5 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should thoroughly verify the post-specific eligibility and experience requirements outlined in the official notification before applying. Only applicants meeting all criteria by the specified closing date will be eligible for consideration.

Post Name / Designation	Minimum Educational Qualification	Essential Experience / Skill Criteria
Upper Division Clerk (UDC)	Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation)	Working knowledge of computer office suites & databases; 35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi typing
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / JAA	12th Class Pass (10+2)	Typing speed 35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi on computer
Stenographer / Stenographer (English)	12th Class Pass (10+2)	Dictation: 10 mins @ 80 WPM; Transcription: 50 mins (English) / 65 mins (Hindi)
Data Entry Operator (DEO) Grade A	12th Class Pass (10+2)	Data entry speed ≥ 8,000 Key Depressions Per Hour (KDPH)
Office Assistant / Superintendent	Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation)	High proficiency in computer applications
Personal Assistant / Private Secretary	Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation)	Shorthand/Dictation speed up to 100 WPM on computer
Asst. Administrative Officer (AAO) / JAO	Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation)	Computer proficiency; administrative/supervisory experience preferred
Cashier / Accountant / Accounts Officer	Degree in Commerce (B.Com)	2–3 years of experience in handling accounts or commercial cash books
Store Keeper-cum-Clerk	Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation)	1 year of continuous experience handling medical or general stores
Junior Store Officer / Store Keeper	Degree + Material Management Diploma OR Graduation	3 years hands-on experience in handling stores
Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical / AC&R)	3-year Engineering Diploma	2–3 years field experience (B.E./B.Tech holders eligible without experience)
Electrician / Wireman / Lineman	10th Pass + ITI Trade Certificate	2–5 years practical experience maintaining large electrical plants
Mechanic (Air Conditioning & Ref.)	10th Pass + ITI Trade Certificate	2–5 years of experience handling centralized HVAC units
Manifold Technician / Gas Mechanic	10th Pass + ITI Trade Certificate	Experience handling medical gas systems or manifold room infrastructure
Supervisor (Maintenance)	10th Pass + ITI Trade Certificate	Field experience in structural, building, or plant maintenance
Junior Medical Lab Technologist (JMLT)	10+2 (Science) + DMLT Diploma	1 year lab experience in a 100+ bed hospital (B.Sc. MLT needs no experience)
Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT)	Bachelor’s Degree in MLT (B.Sc. MLT)	2 years relevant lab experience in a 100+ bed hospital or NABL lab
Lab Attendant Grade-II	12th Pass (with Biology)	1-year training certificate in laboratory techniques from a government institute
Technologist (Operation Theatre)	B.Sc. in OT / Anaesthesia Technology	OR 10+2 (Science) with 5 years OT/ICU experience in a 500+ bed hospital
Technical Assistant / Technician (OT)	B.Sc. in OT Technology or equivalent	Practical experience handling OT settings or anesthesia equipment
Operation Theatre Assistant / OT Assistant	10+2 (Science) or equivalent	Specialized training certificate or practical hospital OT experience
Technician CCU / Post Operative Emergency	B.Sc. in relevant technical field	Clinical experience handling ICU or emergency unit machinery
Hemodialysis Technician	B.Sc. in Dialysis Technology or equivalent	Hands-on experience operating dialysis equipment in a registered healthcare facility
CSSD Technician / CSSD Assistant	10+2 (Science) or equivalent	Certificate or technical experience in central sterile supply setups
Medical Record Technician (MRT)	B.Sc. Medical Records OR 10+2 + 6-month MRT cert	2 years experience + 35 WPM typing
Coding Clerk / Jr. Medical Record Officer	10+2 (Science) or equivalent	Basic computer skills; certification in medical classification/coding preferred
Pharmacist / Pharmacist Grade-II	Diploma (D.Pharm) or Degree (B.Pharm)	Registered Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act
Dispensing Attendant	Matriculation (10th) or equivalent	Experience or vocational training in pharmacy dispensing counters
Senior Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse Gr-I)	B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing	Nursing Council registration + 3 years clinical experience in a 100+ bed hospital
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)	10th Pass + ANM Training Course	Active ANM registration with state nursing council
Hostel Warden (Female) / Warden	Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation)	2 years of experience handling student or institutional hostels
Junior Warden (Housekeepers)	Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation)	Practical experience managing residential/institutional housekeeping
Hospital Attendant Grade-III	Matriculation (10th Pass)	Certificate course in Hospital Services (e.g., St. John’s Ambulance)
Office / Stores Attendant (MTS)	Matriculation (10th Pass)	General multitasking; no experience needed
OT Attendant / Mortuary Attendant	Matriculation (10th Pass)	Basic operational awareness or elementary training
Dissection Hall Attendant	Matriculation (10th Pass)	Basic auxiliary service training for anatomy labs
Cook / Dresser	Matriculation (10th Pass)	Trade certificate or functional experience in large kitchens/medical dressing
Assistant Laundry Supervisor	Matriculation (10th Pass)	Experience handling commercial or hospital-grade laundry
Deputy General Manager (Cafeteria)	Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management	Managerial experience in commercial catering or cafeteria lines
Librarian Grade-III	Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science	2 years of professional experience in government/institutional library
Library and Information Assistant	Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science	Operational knowledge of digital indexing or library archival systems
Library Attendant Grade-II	Matriculation (10th) or equivalent	Basic library organization certificate or elementary experience
Assistant Dietician / Dietician	M.Sc. in Food and Nutrition	2 years of professional experience in dietetics within a teaching hospital
Assistant Research Officer / Assistant	Bachelor’s/Master’s in relevant science	Research project experience or field work execution credentials
Statistical Assistant	Degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Economics	Working knowledge of statistical software or analytical tracking
Technical Assistant (ENT) / Audiometer	B.Sc. in Speech & Hearing or equivalent	Clinical validation or certification in audiometry tests
Multi-Rehabilitation Worker / Physiotherapist	Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy (BPT)	Council Registration + 2 years verified post-degree clinical experience
AIDS Educator-cum-Counsellor	Degree in Social Work/Sociology/Psychology	Experience in health communication, public counseling, or NGO work
Junior Photographer	Matriculation (10th) or equivalent	Trade certificate/diploma in photography; proficiency in digital medical imaging

Age Limit 2026

Age calculations are based on the cut-off date of 3 July 2026. Minimum and maximum age limits vary depending on the specific post requirements.

Category	Age limit
General Age Bracket (Post-wise)	• 18–27 years (For UDC, LDC, JAA, Stenographer) • 18–30 / 35 years (For technical & specialized posts – varies by post)
SC / ST Candidates	5 years of relaxation
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 years of relaxation
PwBD (Disabled Candidates)	10 years of relaxation
Ex-Servicemen (EX-SM)	Length of military service rendered + 3 years
Central Govt. Civilian Employees (With 3+ years regular service)	• Group B Posts: 5 years relaxation • Group C Posts: Up to 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST)
Widows / Divorced Women (Not remarried)	Up to 35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST)

AIIMS CRE 5 Selection Process

The recruitment selection process comprises the following key stages:

Stage	Name
Stage I	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Stage II	Skill Test (where applicable)
Stage III	Document Verification

AIIMS CRE 5 Exam Pattern 2026

The Computer-Based Test (CBT) evaluates candidates on general aptitude and core professional knowledge. The paper consists of 100 multiple-choice questions with a total of 400 marks.

Particulars	Details
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration	90 Minutes
Total Questions	100 MCQs
Total Marks	400 Marks
Marks per Question	4 Marks
Negative Marking	1 Mark deduction for each incorrect answer
General Section	20 Questions
Domain-Specific Section	80 Questions

The CBT structure features five distinct sections, each with an 18-minute time limit. Please note that section navigation is restricted, and you cannot return to a previous section once the time concludes.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

Candidates must achieve the minimum category-wise qualifying marks to progress to subsequent stages of the recruitment and selection process.

Category	Qualifying Marks
UR/EWS	40%
OBC	35%
SC/ST/PwBD	30%

AIIMS CRE 5 Syllabus

The AIIMS CRE 5 syllabus is structured into two parts: Part A (General Aptitude, Reasoning, Knowledge, and Computer Basics) and Part B (Domain-Specific Knowledge). Candidates are encouraged to consult the detailed syllabus PDF below to tailor their preparation strategy effectively.

Download AIIMS CRE 5 Syllabus 2026 PDF

AIIMS CRE 5 Participating Institutes

The Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-5) serves 32 participating AIIMS institutes and various central healthcare bodies. Final appointments are based on merit, candidate preferences, and the availability of vacancies at specific institutions.

• AIIMS Awantipora
• AIIMS Bathinda
• AIIMS Bhopal
• AIIMS Bhubaneswar
• AIIMS Bibinagar
• AIIMS Bilaspur
• AIIMS Deoghar
• AIIMS Gorakhpur
• AIIMS Guwahati
• AIIMS Jodhpur
• AIIMS Kalyani
• AIIMS Mangalagiri
• AIIMS Madurai
• AIIMS Nagpur
• AIIMS New Delhi
• AIIMS Patna
• AIIMS Raebareli
• AIIMS Raipur
• AIIMS Rajkot
• AIIMS Rewari
• AIIMS Rishikesh
• AIIMS Vijaypur
• AIIMS-CAPFIMS

Other Central Government Institutes/Bodies (10)

• Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences and Dr. RML Hospital
• Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI)
• Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)
• Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
• Kalawati Saran Children’s Hospital
• Pasteur Institute of India
• Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Najafgarh
• Regional Institute of Paramedical and Nursing Sciences (RIPANS), Aizawl
• Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital

Additional Details for AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026

Updates on Admit Cards and Exam City Intimation

• The Exam City/State will be notified to candidates 7 days prior to the examination date.
• Admit Cards will be issued and available for download 3 days before the date of the examination. No admit cards will be sent by post.

Examination Language Medium

• Bilingual (English & Hindi): Applicable for all groups where the essential qualification is 10th (Matriculation) or 10+2.
• English Only: Applicable for posts requiring a Bachelor’s degree or higher, posts requiring specific technical domain knowledge, and combined examinations that feature a mix of these qualifications.

Policy for Tie-Breaking

In the event that two or more candidates achieve identical scores, tie-breaking protocols will be applied in a predefined sequential order.

• Higher marks in the domain-specific section (80 MCQs).
• Fewer wrong answers / negative marks.
• Older age (seniority by Date of Birth).
• Alphabetical order of the candidate’s name (followed by Father’s and Mother’s name if required).

Guidelines for Skill Tests

• The Skill Test is strictly qualifying in nature.
• If a candidate qualifies the CBT but fails the Skill Test, they are not disqualified entirely; they will still be considered for other posts within that same application group that do not require a skill test, subject to merit and choices filled.

Criteria for Category Certificate Validity

• OBC (NCL) & EWS Certificates: Must be valid for the financial year 2026-2027 and issued between 01 April 2026 and 03 July 2026. If a candidate only has an older certificate during registration, they must upload it along with an acknowledgment slip for renewal, but the new valid certificate must be produced during document verification.

Provisions for PwBD Scribes and Compensatory Time

• Candidates with benchmark disabilities (e.g., blindness, locomotor disability affecting both arms, or cerebral palsy) are eligible for a scribe and a compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of the examination.
• If a candidate opts for their own scribe, the scribe’s educational qualification must be matriculation (10th) or below.

Application Correction Window

• No corrections or modifications to the registration form will be considered through any mode (email/letter) after the specified application deadlines. Any physical documents sent regarding registration will be treated as null and void.

Institute-Specific Age Relaxation Policies

• AIIMS Bilaspur & AIIMS Raipur: Permit age relaxation of up to 5 years for existing contractual/outsourced employees who have been rendering services in similar or allied positions.
• Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI): Contractual employees who have crossed the upper age limit are granted age relaxation equivalent to the exact period of service rendered at CNCI.