The Examination Section of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has released the much-awaited exam schedule for its Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-5). Through Notice No. 109/2026, dated 17 July 2026, AIIMS has confirmed that the CRE-5 Computer Based Test (CBT) for Group B and Group C posts will be conducted from 25 to 27 July 2026 across multiple examination centres nationwide.
This recruitment, notified earlier under Advertisement No. 93/2026, covers a large number of non-faculty vacancies, including posts such as Staff Nurse, Technician, Pharmacist, Junior Engineer, Administrative Officer, and several other technical and administrative roles across AIIMS institutions and participating central government healthcare organisations. The online application process had run from 13 June to 3 July 2026, followed by an NOC submission window and a check on application status released on 11 July 2026.
With the exam schedule now confirmed, candidates who applied for CRE-5 should check their allotted exam date, shift, and group code, and begin final preparations ahead of the test. This article covers the confirmed exam schedule, shift timings, along with a recap of important dates, fee, eligibility, and the process to check your exam details, based on the latest official notice.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026: Short Details
The Common Recruitment Examination (CRE) is AIIMS’ centralised testing process used to fill Group B and Group C non-faculty posts across its institutions and select participating central government healthcare bodies. With the CBT schedule notice now released, candidates can match their group code against the official group-wise schedule to confirm their specific exam date and shift, ahead of the release of the city intimation slip and admit card.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 13 June 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 03 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03 July 2026 |
| NOC Submission Window | 08 July 2026 |
| Application Status Released | 11 July 2026 |
| Exam Schedule Notice Released | 17 July 2026 (Notice No. 109/2026) |
| City Intimation Slip | Released from 17 July 2026 |
| CBT Exam Dates | 25 – 27 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Expected around 23 July 2026 |
| Result Date | To be announced on the official website |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 3000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 2400/- |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Reckoned As On | 03 July 2026 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 21 to 50 Years (Post-wise) |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per AIIMS recruitment rules for reserved categories |
Exam Schedule Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Dates | 25, 26, and 27 July 2026 |
| Number of Shifts | Two shifts per day (Morning and Evening) |
| Morning Shift Timing | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Evening Shift Timing | 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
| Total Groups Covered | 59 groups, as per Annexure-A of the official notice |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT), Online |
Candidates should match their specific group code against the official group-wise schedule released by AIIMS to identify their exact exam date and shift, since this varies by post and group under CRE-5.
Vacancy and Post Details
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Various Group B & C Non-Faculty Posts (Staff Nurse, Technician, Pharmacist, Junior Engineer, Administrative Officer, and others) | Candidates must have passed Class 10th/12th, a Bachelor’s degree, or a Postgraduate degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university, or hold an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government. At least one year of relevant work experience is mandatory for most posts. Refer to the official notification for post-wise eligibility. |
This recruitment cycle covers approximately 1484 vacancies as per the original notification, though the official CBT schedule notice itself does not restate the vacancy figure.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold the qualifying educational qualification specified for their applied post, ranging from Class 10th/12th pass to a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree, depending on the post.
- At least one year of relevant work experience is mandatory for most posts under this recruitment.
- Candidates must meet the prescribed age limit for their specific post, as on 3 July 2026.
- For complete post-wise eligibility conditions, candidates should refer to the detailed official notification.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Skill Test (as applicable, depending on the post)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Documents Required for the Exam
- Printed admit card / call letter (once released)
- Valid original photo ID proof matching the details on the admit card
- Passport-size photograph, if specified in the admit card instructions
- Candidate ID and password used during registration, for login purposes
How to Check Your AIIMS CRE-5 Exam Schedule and City Intimation Slip
- Visit the official AIIMS Exams website at aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Log in to “My Page” under the Recruitment tab using your Candidate ID or registered mobile number, along with your password.
- Locate the link for “City Intimation Slip” or “Allotted Exam City” on your candidate dashboard.
- Cross-check your group code against the official group-wise schedule (Annexure-A) to confirm your exact exam date and shift.
- Once released, download your admit card from the same portal, or directly from rrp.aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Carefully verify the exam date, shift, and venue details printed on your admit card before the exam day.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Candidate Login / My Page (Recruitment) | Click Here |
| Admit Card Portal | Click Here |
| AIIMS Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When is the AIIMS CRE-5 exam scheduled?
The Computer Based Test (CBT) for CRE-5 is scheduled from 25 to 27 July 2026, as confirmed through Notice No. 109/2026 dated 17 July 2026.
2. What are the shift timings for the AIIMS CRE-5 exam?
The exam will be conducted in two shifts each day: a morning shift from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, and an evening shift from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
3. How can I check my exact exam date and shift?
Candidates should match their group code against the official group-wise schedule (Annexure-A) released along with Notice No. 109/2026 to find their specific exam date and shift.
4. When was the AIIMS CRE-5 City Intimation Slip released?
The City Intimation Slip started being released from 17 July 2026 and can be downloaded by logging into the candidate dashboard on the official AIIMS Exams website.
5. When is the AIIMS CRE-5 admit card expected?
The admit card is expected to be released around 23 July 2026, ahead of the exam dates.
6. How many vacancies does this recruitment cover?
The original notification announced approximately 1484 vacancies across various Group B and Group C non-faculty posts, though this figure is not restated in the official CBT schedule notice.
7. What is the application fee for AIIMS CRE-5 2026?
The fee was Rs. 3000/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, and Rs. 2400/- for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
8. What is the selection process for AIIMS CRE-5?
Selection involves a Computer Based Test, a Skill Test where applicable, document verification, and a medical examination.
9. Where can I download the AIIMS CRE-5 admit card?
The admit card can be downloaded by logging into “My Page” under the Recruitment tab at aiimsexams.ac.in, or directly through rrp.aiimsexams.ac.in.
10. What is the official website for AIIMS CRE-5 updates?
The official website is aiimsexams.ac.in, where all notices, city intimation slips, admit cards, and results related to this recruitment are published.