Central Institute of Psychiatry Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025

The Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi, has announced the recruitment for the position of Nursing Officer at Level 07 in the Pay Matrix (Rs. 44900-142400) Group-B. A total of 500 vacancies are to be filled through the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-9, organized by AIIMS New Delhi.

Eligibility Criteria for NORCET

To be eligible for appearing in the NORCET, candidates must meet the following educational qualifications:

• Essential Qualification:
  • I a. B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing from a recognised University or Institute; or Regular Course in B.Sc Nursing from a recognised University or institute; or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing from recognised University or institute;
  • b. Registered as a nurse or nurse and mid-wife with the State Nursing Council.
  • OR II a. Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery from a recognised Board or Council;
  • b. Registered as a nurse or nurse and mid-wife with the State Nursing Council; and
  • c. One year experience in a minimum fifty bedded Hospital after acquiring the educational qualification.

Age Limit

• Not exceeding thirty years. (Relaxable for Government servants up to five years as per Central Government instructions.)
• Age shall be counted on the last date of closing of the application form.

Application Fees

• General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 3000/-
• SC/ST Candidates/EWS: Rs. 2400/-
• Persons with Disabilities: Exempted

The application fee can be paid through DEBIT CARD/CREDIT CARD/NET BANKING. Please note that the application fee is non-refundable and applications without payment will be rejected.

Important Exam Dates

• Online (CBT) for Stage I: NORCET Preliminary, Date: 14th September, 2025
• Online (CBT) for Stage II: NORCET Mains, Date: 27th September, 2025

Official Links

• Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi
• AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment

FAQs

1. How can I apply for the Nursing Officer position?

Candidates can apply online through the official website of AIIMS.

2. What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?

The application fee for SC/ST candidates is Rs. 2400/-, and it will be refunded after the examination.

3. Can I apply if I am above 30 years of age?

Applicants above 30 years may still apply if they are government servants eligible for age relaxation.

4. Where can I find more details regarding the examination?

Detailed information can be checked on the official websites mentioned above.