AIIMS New Delhi CRE-5 Recruitment 2026 — Common Recruitment Examination for Non-Faculty Group B & Group C posts (57 Groups, 1484 vacancies)

About All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (Examination Section)

AIIMS New Delhi, established in 1956, is India's premier medical education and research institute. It functions as an autonomous statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and is mandated to train medical professionals, undertake cutting-edge research and provide tertiary healthcare to patients from across the country. Over seven decades AIIMS has grown into a multi-campus organisation with dozens of AIIMS across states, but AIIMS New Delhi remains the flagship, handling complex clinical cases, large-scale training programs and national-level examinations.

The Examination Section at AIIMS New Delhi conducts recruitment and selection for hundreds of posts every year, from faculty to non-faculty categories. AIIMS New Delhi directly employs several thousands of staff across clinical, nursing, technical and administrative functions; the Examination Section’s outreach covers applicants from all Indian states and Union Territories. Because AIIMS offers structured pay scales, central government benefits and opportunities to work in a high-volume tertiary hospital, it is a highly sought-after employer for candidates seeking stable public-sector careers with training, promotion pathways and exposure to advanced healthcare environments.

About the Multiple Non-Faculty Group B & Group C posts across 57 groups (examples include Assistant Dietician, Dietician, Junior Dietician, Warden, Junior Administrative Officer, Assistant Administrati Role

These 57 groups cover a wide range of non-faculty roles at AIIMS New Delhi and affiliated centres — from dietetic and technical support to administrative, ward supervision and facility management. Day-to-day duties vary by post:

• Assistant / Junior Dietician: Plan and implement therapeutic diets, record patient food intake, liaise with clinical teams, supervise kitchen staff, and maintain hygiene standards. Work is predominantly on-site in hospital wards and kitchen units, with shift duties common.
• Warden: Oversee student/resident hostels or staff quarters — ensure discipline, manage maintenance requests, and coordinate with security and housekeeping. Mostly on-campus, with periodic night/weekend duties.
• Junior Administrative Officer / Assistant Administrative: Desk-based work handling office correspondence, record-keeping, file management, and coordination between departments. Tasks include drafting letters, maintaining registers and occasionally supporting audits.
• Technical and Trade posts (ITI-qualified): Carry out hands-on maintenance, equipment operation, and workshop duties. Field and on-site technical work in labs, wards and utility areas, often with a uniform or protective gear as mandated for safety.

Most posts report to a departmental head (e.g., HOD of Nutrition, Administrative Officer, Estate Officer) and to the central HR/Examination Section for recruitment and deployment. Work nature ranges from field/ward duties to purely desk-based administration. Some posts require uniforms or safety clothing; others are non-uniform office roles.

Salary Breakdown and Career Growth

Pay depends on the specific post and corresponding 7th CPC pay level. Typical ranges you can expect:

• Group C (examples): Pay Level 1–3. Approximate starting basic pay: Level 1 ₹18,000; Level 2 ₹19,900; Level 3 ₹21,700.
• Group B (examples): Pay Level 4–6 for many administrative and technical posts. Approximate starting basic pay: Level 4 ₹25,500; Level 5 ₹29,200; Level 6 ₹35,400.

Allowances (central government norms): HRA (metro 24%, other metros 16%/8% depending on city category), DA as notified (variable, typically 30–42% in recent years), and transport allowance where applicable. Example in-hand estimate for a Level 4 starting post in a metro: Basic ₹25,500 + DA (≈38% ≈ ₹9,690) + HRA (24% ≈ ₹6,120) = gross ≈ ₹41,310; after NPS employee contribution (10% of basic ≈ ₹2,550), professional tax and other small deductions, in-hand typically ranges between ₹33,000–₹36,500. Non-metro in-hand will be lower due to smaller HRA.

Career growth: AIIMS provides regular promotions and departmental promotions based on years of service, departmental exams, and vacancies. A Group C technical worker can move into supervisory or skilled categories; administrative assistants can progress to Junior Administrative Officer and beyond with experience and qualifying departmental tests.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical benefits under CGHS (for central employees) or reimbursable medical facilities as per AIIMS rules.
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as per government rules for eligible employees.
• Subsidised canteen facilities and on-campus cafeterias.
• Contributory pension-like arrangement through NPS (employee & employer contributions) or GPF for eligible categories.
• Group insurance and accidental insurance coverage as provided to central government employees.
• Quarters or HRA for those not availing accommodation; allotment based on seniority and availability.
• Training, skill development and opportunities to work in a high-volume tertiary care environment — valuable for future career moves in healthcare or administration.

Exam Pattern and Preparation Strategy

Selection for CRE typically starts with a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by trade/skill tests and document verification. The CBT is objective multiple-choice and covers general awareness, reasoning, quantitative aptitude, basic science/technical knowledge relevant to the trade and English comprehension. A typical format (post-dependent) is:

• Duration: 90–120 minutes
• Marks: 100 objective questions, 1 mark each
• Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer (confirm from notification)

Preparation tips:

• Start with the official syllabus in the notification; make a short-topic checklist and schedule daily study slots (45–60 minutes/day for four weeks before the exam).
• General Awareness: Read monthly current affairs digests tailored for competitive exams (e.g., Pratiyogita Darpan) and follow AIIMS-specific news on health schemes.
• Quant & Reasoning: Practice from R.S. Aggarwal for aptitude and Arihant objective practice books for speed and accuracy.
• Trade/Technical: For ITI-qualified posts, revise practical knowledge from your trade manuals and previous year CRE question papers; use ‘Arihant CRE’ series or institutional handouts where available.
• Mock tests: Attempt full-length CBT mocks under timed conditions; analyse mistakes and work on accuracy to reduce negative marking impact.

Is This the Right Job for You?

If you have an ITI qualification and seek a steady government job with central pay, structured benefits and chances of internal promotions, these AIIMS non-faculty posts are well-suited. The roles fit candidates who prefer hands-on technical work, ward-level patient support, or administrative desk roles.

Compare with similar options: Staff Nurse (requires GNM/B.Sc Nursing) is more clinical and patient-facing with higher starting pay; Central Govt Technician/Mechanic posts (RBI/CPWD) may pay similarly but lack the healthcare exposure. Choose AIIMS if you want healthcare sector experience plus central government stability.