Upcoming Nursing Exams 2026: 40,000+ Nursing Vacancies, Exam Dates & Notifications

More than 40,000 government nursing vacancies are expected in 2026 through AIIMS NORCET, CHO Recruitment, RRB Nursing Superintendent, DSSSB Nursing Officer, ESIC Nursing Officer, BSF Staff Nurse, AIIMS Institutions, and multiple State Staff Nurse recruitment drives.

If you're planning to secure a government nursing job in 2026, the next 12 months could be one of the biggest recruitment periods in recent years. More than 40,000 nursing vacancies are expected across AIIMS, Railways, ESIC, Delhi Government Hospitals, State Health Departments, Medical Colleges, and Community Health Officer (CHO) programs.

Major recruitments such as AIIMS NORCET 10 & 11, CHO Recruitment, RRB Nursing Superintendent, DSSSB Nursing Officer, ESIC Nursing Officer, and State Staff Nurse Recruitments are expected to offer thousands of opportunities for BSc Nursing, Post Basic BSc Nursing, and GNM-qualified candidates.

This guide provides a complete overview of the upcoming nursing exams in 2026, including expected vacancies, notification timelines, age limits, and important dates in one place.

Upcoming Nursing Exams 2026: Key Highlights

Particulars	Details
Total Expected Vacancies	40,000+
Largest Recruitment	CHO Recruitment (20,000+)
Largest Central Recruitment	AIIMS NORCET (7,000+)
Major Recruiters	AIIMS, RRB, DSSSB, ESIC, State Governments
Key Notification Window	January 2026 to August 2026
Popular Posts	Nursing Officer, Staff Nurse, CHO, Nursing Superintendent

Upcoming Nursing Vacancies 2026 at a Glance

Exam / Recruitment	Expected Vacancies	Expected Timeline*
AIIMS NORCET 10	4,000+	March-April 2026
AIIMS NORCET 11	3,000+	August 2026
CHO Recruitment	20,000+	January-April 2026
DSSSB Nursing Officer	353	January-February 2026
SGPGI Lucknow	1,200	Exam Jan-Feb 2026
KGMU Lucknow	733	Exam Jan-Feb 2026
RRB Nursing Superintendent	500+	July 2026
ESIC Nursing Officer	1,500	February 2026
AIIMS Rewari	100-250	January-February 2026
NCI AIIMS Jhajjar	300	March 2026
BSF Staff Nurse	200-300	April-May 2026
Rajasthan Staff Nurse	4,500+	April 2026
MP Staff Nurse	4,423	April 2026
Haryana Staff Nurse	501	February-March 2026
RML Nursing Officer	422	March 2026
PGIMER Nursing Officer	90	April-May 2026
Himachal Pradesh Staff Nurse	312	April-May 2026

*These timeleines are subject to change. Follow NPrep closely for latest updates on Nursing recruitments

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AIIMS NORCET 10 & NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 (7,000+ Posts)

AIIMS NORCET continues to be the most sought-after Nursing Officer recruitment examination in India. Through a single exam, candidates can secure Nursing Officer positions across multiple AIIMS institutes and participating central government hospitals.

NORCET Cycle	Posts	Notification	Pre-Exam	Mains
NORCET 10	4,000+	15-20 March 2026	11 April 2026	30 April 2026
NORCET 11	3,000+	August 2026	12 September 2026	September 2026

Age Limit: 18-30 Years

Why NORCET Should Be on Your Priority List

• Central Government Nursing Officer Position
• AIIMS-Level Career Growth
• Multiple Institute Allotment Opportunities
• High Vacancy Volume

Access AIIMS NORCET Ultimate Preparation Guide

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Community Health Officer (CHO) Recruitment 2026 (20,000+ Posts)

CHO recruitment is expected to account for the highest number of nursing vacancies in 2026.

Expected CHO Vacancies

• MP CHO: 10,179 Posts
• Rajasthan CHO: 1,500 Posts
• Other States: 10,000-12,000 Posts

Total Expected CHO Vacancies

20,000+ Posts

Expected Notifications: January-February 2026 and April 2026 (State-wise)

Age Limit: Up to 40-43 Years (With Relaxation)

Access CHO Ultimate Preparation Guide

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DSSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 (353 Posts)

Delhi government hospitals are expected to recruit Nursing Officers through DSSSB.

Key Details

• Vacancies: 353
• Notification: January-February 2026
• Age Limit: 18-30 Years

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SGPGI & KGMU Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 (1,933 Posts)

Uttar Pradesh continues to remain one of the most active states for nursing recruitment.

Institute	Posts	Expected Exam
SGPGI Lucknow	1,200	Mid January-February 2026
KGMU Lucknow	733	January-February 2026

Total Vacancies: 1,933 Posts

Navigate to SGPGI Preparation Hub

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RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 (500+ Posts)

Indian Railways remains one of the most attractive employers for nursing professionals due to job security and benefits.

Key Details

• Expected Vacancies: 500+
• Notification Expected: July 2026
• Age Limit: 20-43 Years

Go to our RRB Nursing Supreintendent Ultimate Guide

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AIIMS, ESIC & Central Government Nursing Recruitment 2026

Apart from NORCET, several central institutions are expected to release nursing vacancies.

Recruitment	Posts	Expected Timeline
AIIMS Rewari	100-250	January-February 2026
NCI AIIMS Jhajjar	300	15-20 March 2026
ESIC Nursing Officer	1,500	February 2026
BSF Staff Nurse	200-300	April-May 2026

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State Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026

Several state governments are expected to release large-scale nursing recruitment notifications.

State / Institute	Posts	Expected Timeline
Rajasthan	4,500+	April 2026
Haryana	501	February-March 2026
Madhya Pradesh	4,423	April 2026
RML	422	March 2026
PGIMER	90	April-May 2026
Himachal Pradesh (Female)	312	April-May 2026

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Never Miss a Nursing Exam Deadline: Add Important Dates to Google Calendar

Preparing for multiple nursing exams becomes easier when you track notifications, application deadlines, and exam dates in advance. Use the links below to add important nursing recruitment events directly to your Google Calendar.

Exam / Event	Date / Window	Add to Google Calendar
AIIMS NORCET 10 Notification	15-20 March 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=AIIMS+NORCET+10+Notification\&dates\=20260315/20260320]
AIIMS NORCET 10 Pre Exam	11 April 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=AIIMS+NORCET+10+Pre+Exam\&dates\=20260411T033000Z/20260411T063000Z]
AIIMS NORCET 10 Mains	30 April 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=AIIMS+NORCET+10+Mains\&dates\=20260430T033000Z/20260430T063000Z]
AIIMS NORCET 11 Notification	August 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=AIIMS+NORCET+11+Notification\&dates\=20260801/20260831]
DSSSB Nursing Officer Notification	January-February 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=DSSSB+Nursing+Officer+Notification\&dates\=20260101/20260228]
ESIC Nursing Officer Notification	February 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=ESIC+Nursing+Officer+Notification\&dates\=20260201/20260228]
CHO Recruitment Notifications	January-February 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=CHO+Recruitment+Notification\&dates\=20260101/20260228]
Rajasthan Staff Nurse Recruitment	April 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=Rajasthan+Staff+Nurse+Recruitment\&dates\=20260401/20260430]
MP Staff Nurse Recruitment	April 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=MP+Staff+Nurse+Recruitment\&dates\=20260401/20260430]
RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification	July 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=RRB+Nursing+Superintendent+2026+Notification\&dates\=20260701/20260731]
BSF Staff Nurse Exam Window	April-May 2026	Add to Calendar[https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action\=TEMPLATE\&text\=BSF+Staff+Nurse+Exam\&dates\=20260401/20260531]

Why Add These Dates to Your Calendar?

Most nursing aspirants miss opportunities not because of preparation, but because they miss notifications, application deadlines, or exam announcements. Adding these dates to your calendar helps you:

• Stay ahead of recruitment notifications
• Plan preparation around actual exam timelines
• Schedule revision and mock tests effectively
• Avoid missing application deadlines
• Track multiple nursing exams from a single dashboard

A well-planned calendar can be as valuable as a well-planned study schedule.

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How to Prepare for Multiple Nursing Exams in 2026

Many aspirants prepare for all nursing exams using the same strategy. This often leads to poor results because each exam tests different skills.

AIIMS NORCET

• Concept-based Nursing Questions
• Clinical Scenarios
• Application-Oriented Approach

RRB Nursing Superintendent

• Speed and Accuracy
• General Awareness
• Reasoning and Aptitude

CHO & State Staff Nurse Exams

• Nursing Theory
• Community Health
• National Health Programs

Smart Preparation Strategy

1. Select a primary target exam.
2. Cover common nursing subjects first.
3. Build exam-specific preparation in the final phase.
4. Start mock tests at least 90 days before the exam.
5. Follow a structured revision schedule.

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