AIIMS New Delhi has officially released the CRE-5 notification for 1,484 Group B and C posts. Check eligibility, exam dates, and apply online before June 30.
The Examination Section, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has officially released the Detailed Recruitment Advertisement (DRA) for the Common Recruitment Examination-5 (CRE-5) 2026. This major centralized screening portal serves as a unified entry pass to fill 1,484 vacancies spanning various non-faculty Group B and Group C cadres.
The centralized registration window officially opened on June 11, 2026, and candidates can submit their digital applications until June 30, 2026. This massive centralized recruitment framework addresses technical, administrative, paramedical, clerical, and nursing support requirements across 28 prominent medical hubs—including 20 participating regional AIIMS campuses and other premier Central Government healthcare entities like RML Hospital, LHMC, ICMR, and the Pasteur Institute of India.
AIIMS CRE 5 Recruitment 2026: General Overview
| Recruitment Attribute | Official Live Tracking Status |
| Exam Conducting Hub | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi |
| Name of Examination | Common Recruitment Examination-5 (CRE-5) 2026 |
| Cadre Classifications | Group-B & Group-C Non-Faculty Positions |
| Total Live Vacancies | 1,484 Open Positions (Divided across 57 distinct post groups) |
| Online Application Window | June 11, 2026, to June 30, 2026 (Till 5:00 PM) |
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) Date | July 25 to July 27, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Central Portal | aiimsexams.ac.in |
Major Job Groups and Broad Eligibility Framework
The multi-tiered recruitment layout features 57 distinct post groupings. Because the qualifications vary heavily by specialty, look through this overview of the primary qualification blocks required:
- Administrative & Clerical Tracks: Includes positions like Assistant Administrative Officer, Office Assistant, Executive Assistant, Data Entry Operator (DEO) Grade A, and Lower/Upper Division Clerks. Requires general university degrees combined with basic computer operating knowledge and specific typing speeds.
- Pharmacy & Lab Technology: Includes Pharmacist Grade II, Junior Medical Laboratory Technologist, and Lab Attendants. Requires specialized science qualifications, such as a Diploma/Degree in Pharmacy or Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), plus valid council registrations.
- Nursing & Specialized Allied Health: Includes Senior Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse Grade-I), Radiographer, Physiotherapist, and Dental Technicians. Requires vocational certifications or advanced clinical bachelor’s degrees.
- Engineering & Support Staff: Includes Junior Engineers (Civil/Electrical), Electricians, Linemen, and Storekeepers. Requires technical diplomas, ITI certificates, or specialized degrees.
AIIMS CRE 5 Application Processing Fees
The application portal handles payments through secure banking channels, charged separately per individual post group if a candidate decides to apply across multiple technical tracks:
- General and OBC Candidates: ₹3,000
- SC, ST, and EWS Candidates: ₹2,400 (Note: The application fee for SC/ST candidates who physically sit for the test will be systematically refunded following the declaration of results).
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Completely exempted from paying application fees.