AIIMS NORCET 10 is over with the declaration of its result. Now the full focus of the candidates should be on the AIIMS NORCET 11, which is taking place on September 12 2026. Before you jump to the preparation, it is always better to check the AIIMS NORCET 11 Syllabus 2026 for which you are preparing in the coming months.
Table of Contents
We have given the details of these topics though not new to you as you have studied in your last qualifying exam. Still you must check the syllabus from the questions that will be asked.

Check AIIMS NORCET 11 Syllabus 2026
- Nursing Subjects
- Non Nursing Subjects
Nursing Subjects
| Nursing Subjects | Nursing Subjects |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology | Community Health |
| Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy | Nursing Midwifery & Gynecological Nursing |
| Health Education & Community Pharmacy | Medical Surgicalf Nursing |
| Microbiology | Mental Health |
| Environmental Hygiene | Biochemistry |
| Drug Store Management, Biochemistry | Nursing Management |
| Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence | Basic Information of Nursing Subject |
| Psychology | Fundamentals of Nursing |
| Toxicology | Pediatric Nursing |
| Hyponatremia | Triage system in Emergency care |
| Electrocardiography (ECG/ EKG) – Cardiovascular System | Burn Management & Fluid Resuscitation |
| Behvioral Therapy & Pain Management | Postoperative Nursing |
| Blood Pressure Measurement | Resuscitation Bag (Ambu Bag) – Oxygen Flow Rate |
| Nutrition & Dietetic | Toxiology |
| First Aid | Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
| Environmental Hygience | Medical Surgical Nursing |
| Sociology | Computer in Nursing |
| Pharmacognosy | Accountancy |
Non – Nursing Subjects
General Awareness AIIMS NORCET 11 Syllabus 2026
| General Awareness | General Awareness |
| Indian Current Affairs | Indian Politics |
| Indian Rivers Lakes & Seas | Indian History |
| Indian Famous Places | Indian Parliament |
| General Sciences | Indian Tourism |
| Indian Sports (Latest Updates) | Indian Artists, Countries, Capitals, and Civics |
| Famous Authors and Books | National and International News Updates |
| Inventions and Discoveries | Famous Dates and Days |
| Indian Environmental Issues | Latest General Knowledge |
Aptitude Test
| Aptitude Test | Aptitude Test |
| Number System | Percentage |
| Time and Distance | Time and Work |
| Profit and Loss | Simple Interest |
| Compound Interest | Permutation and Combination |
| Ratio and Proportion | Mixture and Alligation |
| Height and Distance | 2D and 3D |
| Trains and Distance | Boat and Stream |
| Problem on Ages | Discount |
General English
| General English | General English |
| Vocabulary | Sentence Improvement |
| Sentence Arrangement | Fill in the Blanks |
| Antonyms and Synonyms | Sentence Completion |
| Idioms and Phrases | Error Detection |
| Active and Passive Voice (Sentence Joining) |
Pattern of Prelims Exam
| Particulars | Details |
| Total Questions | There shall be total of 100 question in Prelims Question Paper |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Total Sections | 5 Section In Question Paper 20 Questions in Each Section |
| Exam Duration | 18 minutes for each section (Total Exam Duration) |
| Types Of Questions | Multiple Type Questions |
| Language | English |
| Marking Scheme | There shall be 1 mark awarded for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking | 1/ 3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer |
Pattern of Mains Exam
| Particulars | Details |
| Questions Type | Multiple Type Questions |
| Total Questions | There shall be total of 160 Questions in Question Paper |
| Total Marks | 160 Marks |
| Total Sections | 5 Section |
| Exam Duration | 180 Minutes |
| Type Of Questions | Multiple Type Questions |
| Questions Paper Language | English |
| Negative Marking | 1/ 3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer |

AIIMS NORCET Previous year papers 2018–2024
NORCET 9 Previous Year Questions
NORCET 8 Previous year Questions
FAQS
Q1. What is the syllabus for AIIMS NORCET 2026?
The AIIMS NORCET 11 Syllabus includes topics from the complete nursing curriculum along with General Knowledge, Aptitude, Reasoning, and English language sections for the preliminary stage.
Q2. Is the AIIMS NORCET 11 Syllabus 2026 different for Prelims and Mains?
Yes. The Preliminary exam includes Nursing subjects plus General Knowledge, Aptitude, Reasoning, and English, while the Mains exam mainly focuses on Nursing subjects only.
Q3. Which nursing subjects are important for NORCET preparation?
Important nursing subjects include:
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Child Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Obstetrics & Gynecological Nursing
- Nursing Foundation
- Pharmacology
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Nutrition
- Microbiology
Q4. What topics are asked in the General Knowledge section?
General Knowledge questions are usually asked from:
- Indian History
- Geography
- Current Affairs
- Indian Constitution
- Sports
- Science & Technology
- Important Government Schemes
Q5. Does AIIMS NORCET include reasoning and aptitude questions?
Yes. The preliminary exam includes logical reasoning and aptitude questions such as:
- Number Series
- Time & Distance
- Percentage
- Blood Relations
- Coding-Decoding
- Puzzles
- Simplification
Q6. Is there any negative marking in AIIMS NORCET?
Yes. One-third mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in both CBT stages.
Q7. How many questions are asked in the NORCET Mains exam?
The Mains exam generally contains 160 multiple-choice questions from Nursing subjects.
Q8. What is the duration of the AIIMS NORCET Mains exam?
The Mains CBT duration is 180 minutes (3 hours).
Q9. Are questions in AIIMS NORCET 11 Syllabus 2026 based on the B.Sc Nursing syllabus?
Yes. Most nursing questions are based on the B.Sc Nursing and GNM curriculum taught in recognized nursing institutions.
Q10. Is current affairs preparation necessary for NORCET?
Yes. Current affairs play an important role in the General Awareness section of the Preliminary exam.
Q11. Where can candidates download the official AIIMS NORCET syllabus?
Candidates can download the syllabus and notification from the official AIIMS examination website:
AIIMS Exams Official Website
Q12. Are previous year papers useful for NORCET preparation?
Yes. Previous year papers help candidates understand:
- exam pattern
- important topics
- difficulty level
- and frequently asked nursing concepts
Q13. What type of questions are asked in AIIMS NORCET 11 Syllabus 2026?
The examination contains objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Q14. Which section carries maximum weightage in NORCET?
Nursing subjects carry the highest weightage, especially in the Mains examination.
Q15. What is the best strategy to prepare for AIIMS NORCET?
A good preparation strategy includes:
- completing the nursing syllabus thoroughly
- practicing MCQs daily
- solving previous year papers
- revising short notes
- and attempting regular mock tests