The AIIMS NORCET 10 application form will open soon in the February 2026 for recruitment of Nursing Officers in government Medical Institutions. It is held two times in a year. This is the 10th edition of NORCET.
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How to crack the two stages exam First is the stage I or Preliminary exam and those who qualify the Stage II exam, the dates are Stage-I (Prelims) exam scheduled for April 11, 2026, and Stage-II (Mains) on April 30, 2026. As of early February 2026, you have roughly 2–2.5 months left (about 70–90 days depending on your exact start date), which is tight but sufficient for focused, high-intensity preparation if you’re consistent and strategic.
NORCET Prelims is qualifying in nature (100 MCQs: ~80 from Nursing subjects + ~20 from General Knowledge/Aptitude/Reasoning). Mains is more clinical/scenario-based (200 questions, mostly nursing-focused).
NORCET 10 high weightage subjects and important topics
- High-weightage Nursing Subjects (Prioritize these 70–80% of your time):
- Medical-Surgical Nursing (MSN)
- Fundamentals of Nursing (FON)
- Pharmacology
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology (OBG/Obs)
- Paediatric Nursing
- Community Health Nursing (CHN)
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Other: Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Nursing Management, Midwifery.
- Non-Nursing (20 questions): General Awareness (current affairs, India-related), Basic Aptitude/Reasoning (ratios, percentages, time/work), English basics.
3-Month (90-Day) Realistic Preparation Strategy
Divide into phases for maximum output. Aim for 8–10 hours/day of focused study (with breaks), 6–7 days/week.
Phase 1: Month 1 (Foundation & Coverage – Days 1–30)
- Complete/revise high-weightage subjects first (MSN, FON, Pharma, OBG, Paediatrics, CHN).
- Dedicate 60–70% time to theory + short notes.
- Cover remaining subjects (Psychiatry, Management, etc.) in the last 10 days.
- Daily routine: 5–6 hours theory + 2 hours MCQ practice (subject-wise) + 1 hour non-nursing (GK/Aptitude).
- Make quick revision notes: Drug of choice, antidotes, classical signs/symptoms, procedures, national programs.
- Solve previous year questions (PYQs) topic-wise after each subject.
The Phase 2
Month 2 (Intensive Practice & Weak Areas – Days 31–60)
- Finish any leftover syllabus quickly.
- Shift to full syllabus integration: Solve 150–200 MCQs daily (mixed subjects).
- Start full-length mock tests (at least 1–2 per week) under timed conditions (90 min for Prelims pattern).
- Analyze every mock: Note mistakes, revise weak topics immediately.
- Focus on correlation: Link MSN + Pharma + FON (common in questions).
- Dedicate 1–2 hours daily to non-nursing (read current affairs monthly compilations + basic quant/English).
- Revise your short notes daily.
Phase 3: Last Month (Revision & Peak Performance – Days 61–90 / until exam)
- No new topics — only revision + mocks.
- Daily: 2–3 full mocks (Prelims-style initially, then Mains-style closer to April 30).
- Revise short notes 3–4 times.
- Focus on high-yield areas: Repeated PYQ topics, national health programs, recent guidelines.
- Last 15–20 days: 1 mock daily + deep analysis + light revision.
- Keep 1 day/week lighter for rest/mental health.
- Practice time management — Prelims has sectional timing in some patterns (18 min per 20 questions).
Resources & Books (Recommended)
- Core Nursing Books: Target NORCET Guide / Paricharika books (popular among toppers), NCLEX-style books for clinical concepts.
- PYQs & Mock Tests: Latest NORCET/AIIMS Nursing Officer solved papers (EduGorilla or similar)
- Non-Nursing: Lucent’s GK or Arihant for basics; quick monthly current affairs PDFs.
- Online: YouTube channels (e.g., strategy videos for 70–100 days plans), Telegram groups for daily quizzes/PYQs.
Quick Tips for Success
- Consistency beats intensity — daily MCQ practice is non-negotiable.
- Track progress: Maintain an error log and revise mistakes weekly.
- Health: Sleep 6–7 hours, eat well, short walks/exercise to avoid burnout.
- Stay updated: Check aiimsexams.ac.in for official notification (expected soon if not out).
- Target score: Aim 80+ in Prelims mocks to qualify comfortably.
FAQs
The stage I exam is set for April 11 and those who qualify will appear for Mains exam on 31 April
Yes, absolutely — if you’re consistent (8–10 focused hours/day), prioritize high-weightage subjects (MSN, Fundamentals, Pharma, OBG, Paediatrics, CHN), practice 150–200 MCQs daily, and take regular mocks. Many toppers clear it in short, intensive prep by focusing on PYQs and revision
You should aim for 8–10 hours (including breaks): 5–6 hours theory/short notes + 2–4 hours MCQ practice/mocks. For working nurses, 4–6 quality hours + weekend boosts work well. Consistency > marathon sessions.
80% from Nursing (Medical-Surgical Nursing, Fundamentals of Nursing, Pharmacology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Community Health Nursing). The remaining ~20% is GK, Aptitude, Reasoning, and current affairs
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