All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi Examination Section has released the Detailed Recruitment Advertisement (Advt No. 93/2026) for the Common Recruitment Examination-5 (CRE-5). This massive single-window recruitment drive aims to fill thousands of regular Non-Faculty Group-B and Group-C posts across 32 participating AIIMS and other Central Government Institutes (including Safdarjung Hospital, RML, ESIC, ICMR, etc.). Interested candidates can apply online for the AIIMS CRE-5 Vacancy 2026 from 13 June 2026 to 03 July 2026. Candidates are strictly advised by rojgar khabar to thoroughly read the complete official notification to verify their specific post eligibility, category-wise vacancies, and institute preferences before applying.
AIIMS Common Recruitment Exam (CRE-5) 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 93/2026 |
| Application Begin | 13/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 03/07/2026 (Upto 5:00 PM) |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 03/07/2026 |
| Status of Application & Correction | 08/07/2026 to 11/07/2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | 25th to 27th July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Available | 3 days before exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Update Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm exact dates from the AIIMS official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹ 3000/- |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹ 2400/- |
| PwBD (Persons with Disabilities) | ₹ 0/- (Nil / Exempted) |
| Payment Mode | Pay the Exam Fee Through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only. (Note: SC/ST candidates who appear in the CBT examination will have their application fees refunded after result declaration). |
AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 03/07/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years (Varies post-wise; specific posts require a minimum of 21 Years).
- Maximum Age: 27 / 30 / 35 / 40 Years (Post-wise maximum age limits apply as detailed in the table below).
- Age Relaxation Extra:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Note: Central Govt. Civilian Employees and Ex-Servicemen will receive additional age relaxation as explicitly detailed in the official DRA rules.
Post Name, Vacancies, and Detailed Eligibility Criteria
The CRE-5 platform groups similar posts across 32 participating institutions into 59 distinct categories. Below is the exhaustive, exact breakdown of every post group, the hiring institutes with their respective vacancy counts, and the required qualifications based on the official notification.
| Post Name | Institute Name & Vacancy Breakdown | No. of Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Dietician / Asst. Dietician / Warden | AIIMS Bathinda (2), AIIMS Mangalagiri (1), AIIMS ND (6), AIIMS Bhopal (1), AIIMS Jodhpur (3), AIIMS Patna (1), AIIMS Raipur (2), CNCI Kolkata (1), RHTC Najafgarh (1) | 18 | Dietician: M.Sc. (Food and Nutrition/Home Science) with 2-3 years exp.Warden (RHTC): Degree + Diploma in Home Science + Exp. |
| 2. Jr. / Asst. Administrative Officer / Office Asst. | ICMR HQ & Branches (15), AIIMS Mangalagiri (2), AIIMS Rishikesh (2), AIIMS Bathinda (1), AIIMS Bhubaneswar (4), AIIMS Bibinagar (1), AIIMS Guwahati (1), AIIMS Kalyani (1), AIIMS Raebareli (1), AIIMS Rewari (1), AIIMS Bhopal (7), AIIMS Awantipora (1), Pasteur Inst. (5) | 42 | Degree from a recognized University or equivalent. Proficiency in computers. (Assistant Admin Officer desirable: MBA/PG Diploma). |
| 3. LDC / UDC / Jr. Admin Asst. / DEO Grade A | DEO/LDC/JAA: Bhopal (5), ND (6), Bathinda (1), Bibinagar (2), Guwahati (1), Kalyani (1), Mangalagiri (6), Patna (1), CAPFIMS (4), Rewari (2), Bilaspur (2), Madurai (4), Nagpur (1), ICMR (9), CNCI (1).UDC: ESIC All Regions (~850+), ICMR (23), AIIMS (2). | ~930 | • DEO / LDC / JAA: 12th Class pass. Typing speed of 35 w.p.m. (English) or 30 w.p.m. (Hindi).• UDC: Degree from a recognized University. Computer working knowledge. |
| 4. Junior / Assistant Engineer (Civil) | AIIMS Bathinda (1), Mangalagiri (2), Awantipora (1), Bibinagar (1), Jodhpur (1), Madurai (1), ESIC (53) | 60 | Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering. (Degree holders require 2 yrs exp; Diploma holders require 5 yrs exp in hospital environment). |
| 5. Junior / Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | AIIMS Deoghar (2), Nagpur (2), Raebareli (2), Mangalagiri (1), Bhubaneswar (1), Bilaspur (1), Madurai (1), Vijaypur (1), Awantipora (1), Bathinda (1), ESIC (38) | 51 | Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering. (Degree + 2 yrs exp OR Diploma + 5 yrs exp). |
| 6. Junior Engineer / Mechanic (AC & R) | AIIMS Bhopal (3), Bhubaneswar (2), Bibinagar (1), Bilaspur (1), Madurai (1), ND (1), Jodhpur (2) | 11 | JE: Degree/Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engg + Exp.Mechanic: 10th/12th + ITI/Diploma in Refrigeration & AC + 2 yrs exp. |
| 7. Tech Assistant (ENT) / Audiometer Tech | RML Hospital (1), AIIMS Bathinda (1), AIIMS Raebareli (1) | 3 | B.Sc. Degree in Speech and Hearing / Audiology. RCI Registration required. |
| 8. Electrician / Wireman / Lineman | AIIMS Bhopal (17), AIIMS Patna (9), AIIMS Raipur (1), AIIMS Rishikesh (1) | 28 | 10th Class + ITI Diploma Certificate in Electrician Trade + Electrical Supervisory Certificate + 2 to 5 years practical experience. |
| 9. Manifold Tech / Gas Pump Mechanic | AIIMS Rishikesh (3), AIIMS Bhopal (3), CNCI Kolkata (1) | 7 | 10+2 Science with 5-7 yrs exp in Medical Gas Pipeline OR ITI Mechanical with 3-5 yrs exp. |
| 10. Assistant Laundry Supervisor | AIIMS Rishikesh (1), AIIMS Bhopal (2), AIIMS Patna (1), AIIMS Bathinda (1) | 5 | 12th pass + Diploma/Certificate in Dry Cleaning/Laundry Technology + 2 years experience. |
| 11. OT Assistant / Technician / Technologist | AIIMS ND (65), Kalyani (18), Bhopal (18), Mangalagiri (14), Rajkot (14), CAPFIMS (13), Raipur (11), Patna (10), Rishikesh (9), Bathinda (8), Madurai (8), Bhubaneswar (6), Raebareli (5), KSCH (5), Bilaspur (4), CNCI (4), Deoghar (3), RHTC (3), Awantipora (2), Gorakhpur (2), Guwahati (1), Vijaypur (1) | 224 | B.Sc. (Anaesthesia & OT Technologist) OR 10+2 Science with Diploma in OT + 5 to 8 years experience (varies by post level). |
| 12. Pharmacist / Dispensing Attendants | AIIMS ND (8), Patna (9), Rishikesh (6), Bhubaneswar (6), Bhopal (5), Raipur (8), Awantipora (3), Deoghar (1), Guwahati (2), Jodhpur (2), Kalyani (1), Madurai (2), Mangalagiri (1), Raebareli (1), Rajkot (2), Rewari (2), Vijaypur (2), Bathinda (1), RML (2), CNCI (2), RHTC (4) | 70 | Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized University/Institution. Must be a registered Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act 1948. |
| 13. Cashier / Junior Accounts Officer | AIIMS Raipur (5), Bhopal (5), Patna (3), Deoghar (3), Mangalagiri (2), Bathinda (1), Bilaspur (1), Kalyani (1), Raebareli (1), Madurai (1), Nagpur (1), Vijaypur (1), Bibinagar (1), Rewari (1) | 27 | Degree in Commerce. At least 2 years’ experience of handling accounts work in a Govt Organization + Computer proficiency. |
| 14. Store Keeper / Store Keeper-cum-Clerk | AIIMS Bhopal (27), Bhubaneswar (17), Rishikesh (17), Patna (6), Awantipora (5), Kalyani (3), Raebareli (2), Bathinda (2), Jodhpur (2), Madurai (2), Deoghar (1), Bilaspur (1), Rewari (1), ND (1) | 87 | Store Keeper: Degree + PG Diploma in Material Management OR Bachelor’s in Material Management + 3 yrs exp.Clerk: Graduate + 1 yr exp. |
| 15. CSSD Assistant / Technician | RML Hospital (2), AIIMS Bhopal (1), AIIMS Raipur (2), AIIMS Rishikesh (1) | 6 | B.Sc. (Microbiology/Medical Tech) + 3 yrs CSSD exp OR Staff Nurse with 2 yrs exp OR 10+2 with CSSD diploma + 2 yrs exp. |
| 16. Hospital Attendant / Orderly / Dissection / Mortuary / OT Attendant | AIIMS Bhopal (23), RML (22), Bhubaneswar (19), KSCH (16), Patna (11), Bathinda (6), Rishikesh (6), Deoghar (5), Jodhpur (4), Nagpur (3), Gorakhpur (3), Raipur (2), Mangalagiri (2), Raebareli (2), Kalyani (2), Bilaspur (2), Guwahati (1), Safdarjung (1) | 130 | Matriculation (10th Pass). Certificate course in Hospital Services (e.g., St. Johns Ambulance). Desirable: Experience in a Hospital. |
| 17. Jr. Medical Lab Technologist / Lab Attendant / Lab Technician | AIIMS ND (71), Rishikesh (20), Bhopal (20), Bhubaneswar (16), Mangalagiri (13), Raipur (10), Safdarjung (10), Patna (10), CNCI (9), Jodhpur (8), CAPFIMS (8), Bilaspur (6), Deoghar (5), Madurai (4), Vijaypur (4), Bathinda (4), Raebareli (2), Rewari (2), Nagpur (2), RHTC (2) | 226 | Technologist: 10+2 Science + 2 yrs Diploma in DMLT + 1 yr exp OR B.Sc. (MLT).Attendant: 10+2 Science + DMLT. |
| 18. Librarian / Library & Information Asst. | AIIMS Rishikesh (2), Bhopal (2), Raipur (1), Rajkot (1), Bathinda (1), Guwahati (1), Pasteur (1), Mangalagiri (1), Gorakhpur (1), RIPANS (1) | 12 | Bachelor’s degree in Library Science / Information Service + 2 to 5 years of professional experience in a reputed library. |
| 19. Medical Record Tech / Coding Clerk | AIIMS Bhopal (39), Rishikesh (37), Patna (22), Raipur (15), Mangalagiri (8), Vijaypur (4), Bhubaneswar (3), Kalyani (3), Madurai (2), Gorakhpur (2), Deoghar (2), Bibinagar (2), Guwahati (1), Raebareli (1) | 141 | B.Sc. (Medical Records) OR 10+2 Science + 6-month Diploma in Medical Record Keeping + 2 yrs hospital exp. Typing: 35 WPM (Eng). |
| 20. Stenographer / Personal Assistant / PS | ESIC All Regions (~170), AIIMS Bhopal (13), ICMR (10), Patna (4), Rewari (4), Bathinda (3), Mangalagiri (3), Kalyani (3), Bhubaneswar (3), Vijaypur (3), Rajkot (2), Bibinagar (2), Raipur (2), Deoghar (2), CNCI (2), Gorakhpur (1), Madurai (1), Awantipora (1) | ~229 | Steno: 12th Class. Dictation: 80 WPM. Transcription: 50 Min Eng.PA/PS: Degree. Dictation: 100/120 WPM. |
| 21. Medical Social Worker / Counsellor | AIIMS Rishikesh (12), Bhopal (10), Patna (5), Kalyani (4), ND (3), Bhubaneswar (3), Raipur (3), CNCI (2), RHTC (1), Bathinda (1), Bilaspur (1), Deoghar (1), Guwahati (1) | 47 | MA (Social Work) / MSW with specialization in Medical Social Work + 5 Years’ Experience in a min 200/500 bedded hospital. |
| 22. Dental Technician / Mechanic / Hygienist | RHTC (1), RML (1), AIIMS Bathinda (1), AIIMS ND (1), AIIMS Rajkot (1) | 5 | 10+2 Science + Diploma (2 years) in Dental Mechanic/Hygiene + Registration with Dental Council of India. |
| 23. Ophthalmic Tech / Optometrist | AIIMS Bhopal (2), Vijaypur (2), ND (1), Bathinda (1), Raebareli (1), Bhubaneswar (1), Raipur (1) | 9 | B.Sc. in Ophthalmic Techniques or equivalent + 5 years’ experience in the relevant field. |
| 24. Radiotherapy Technician | AIIMS ND (11), CNCI Kolkata (7), Vijaypur (1), Bilaspur (1), Rishikesh (1), Deoghar (1) | 22 | B.Sc. in Radiotherapy (3 years) + 2 yrs exp OR Diploma in Radiotherapy + 3 yrs exp operating Radiotherapy Equipment. |
| 25. Radiographer / Radiology Tech / Dark Room Asst | CNCI (5), Mangalagiri (4), Bhopal (3), Bhubaneswar (3), RML (3), Safdarjung (2), Jodhpur (2), Rewari (2), ND (2), Raebareli (2), Deoghar (2), Rishikesh (1), Guwahati (1), Raipur (1), Patna (1), CAPFIMS (1) | 35 | B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography OR Diploma in Radiography with 1-2 years of experience. |
| 26. Perfusionist | RML Hospital (3), AIIMS Deoghar (2), AIIMS Kalyani (2), AIIMS Raebareli (2), Safdarjung (1) | 10 | B.Sc. degree + Certificate/Diploma in Perfusion Technology + working experience. |
| 27. Embryologist | AIIMS Nagpur (1) | 1 | PG in Clinical Embryology / Ph.D / Medical Graduate with relevant human ART Lab experience. |
| 28. Assistant Security Officer | AIIMS Bathinda (1), Bhubaneswar (1), ND (1), Rajkot (1) | 4 | Degree. Physical Standards (Height 170cm). 5 years exp in security. Ex-Armed Forces preferred. |
| 29. Research Assistant / Officer | Pasteur Institute of India (5) | 5 | M.Sc. Medical Microbiology / Biochemistry / Biotech / B.Tech / B.Pharm + Experience. |
| 30. Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist | AIIMS Bathinda (4), Gorakhpur (3), ND (3), Jodhpur (3), Mangalagiri (2), Deoghar (2), Raipur (2), Rishikesh (2), Bhopal (1), Madurai (1), RML (1), CNCI (1) | 25 | Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy + 2 years experience. |
| 31. Driver (Ordinary Grade) | AIIMS Bhopal (6), KSCH (2), AIIMS ND (1) | 9 | 10th pass. Valid Heavy Commercial Driving License + 2-3 years driving experience. |
| 32. Receptionist / Jr Medical Record Officer | AIIMS ND (4), Bhopal (2), Raipur (1), Bhubaneswar (1) | 8 | Degree in Mass Communication / Hospital Administration / Hospitality + Computer Skills. |
| 33. Warden (Hostel) / Junior Warden | AIIMS Bhopal (10), Patna (3), Bhubaneswar (2), Madurai (2), Rewari (2), Raipur (2), Guwahati (1), Bathinda (1), Mangalagiri (1), Deoghar (1), Nagpur (1), Vijaypur (1), Rajkot (1) | 28 | Graduate + Diploma/Certificate in House Keeping/Estate Management + 2 years experience as Warden. |
| 34. Nursing Officer (Grade I) / ANM | AIIMS Raebareli (17), Gorakhpur (14), Vijaypur (8), Kalyani (7), Deoghar (6), Bhubaneswar (4), ND (2), Nagpur (2), RHTC (2) | 62 | B.Sc. Nursing (4-year) OR Post-Basic. INC Registration. 3 Yrs exp as Staff Nurse Gr-II in 100/200 bed hospital. |
| 35. Sanitary Inspector Grade II / Caretaker | AIIMS Rishikesh (6), Bhopal (5), Patna (4), Bhubaneswar (2), Jodhpur (2), Safdarjung (2), RML (1) | 22 | Class 12 + Health Sanitary Inspector course (1 yr) + 4 years of hospital experience. |
| 36. Jr. Physiotherapist / Occu. Therapist | (Grouped with Group 30 in PDF matrix) | – | Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy / PT + 2 yrs exp. |
| 37. Junior Hindi Translator | AIIMS Jodhpur (1), Patna (1), ND (1) | 3 | Master’s degree in Hindi/English with translation diploma + 2 yrs translation experience. |
| 38. Nuclear Medicine Technologist | AIIMS ND (7), Safdarjung (3), Deoghar (2), Nagpur (2), RIPANS (1), Bathinda (1), Bhopal (1), Bilaspur (1), Rishikesh (1), Gorakhpur (1) | 20 | B.Sc. in Life Science + 1 year Diploma in Medical Radiation & Isotope Techniques (DMRIT) approved by AERB. |
| 39. Bariatric Coordinator | AIIMS ND (1) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience dealing with Bariatric Surgical patients. |
| 40. Yoga Instructor | AIIMS Bhopal (1), AIIMS Rajkot (1) | 2 | Graduate + Diploma in Yoga + 5 to 10 years teaching experience. |
| 41. Programmer | AIIMS Nagpur (2), AIIMS ND (2) | 4 | B.E/B.Tech (Comp Science) OR Post-grad in MCA / Math / Science. |
| 42. Plumber | AIIMS Bhopal (6), AIIMS Patna (4) | 10 | ITI Diploma in Plumbing trade + 5 years practical experience. |
| 43. Operator / Mechanic (E&M) / Lift Op | AIIMS Patna (5), AIIMS Bhopal (2), AIIMS Rishikesh (1) | 8 | 10th Class + ITI Diploma in relevant trade + 2 yrs experience. |
| 44. Modellar (Artist) | AIIMS Bhopal (5), AIIMS Rishikesh (3), AIIMS Patna (1) | 9 | Diploma in Fine Arts/Modelling + 2 yrs exp OR Matriculation + 5 yrs exp in medical college. |
| 45. Workshop Technician (R&AL) | AIIMS Bhopal (2), AIIMS Deoghar (2), AIIMS Nagpur (1) | 5 | Diploma in Prosthetic and Orthotics Engg + RCI Registration. |
| 46. Legal Assistant | AIIMS Rishikesh (1) | 1 | Graduate with 3 years experience assisting a legal practitioner/firm or Govt Legal Dept. |
| 47. ECG / EEG / Cardiac Technician | RML Hospital (13), CNCI Kolkata (3), RHTC Najafgarh (1) | 17 | 10+2 Science + Diploma in ECG / Electronics + 2-5 years experience handling cardiac equipment. |
| 48. Telephone Operator | RML Hospital (2), KSCH (2), Safdarjung (1) | 5 | 12th class + training course in handling PABX / PBX. |
| 49. Hemodialysis Technician | KSCH (4) | 4 | Bachelor’s Degree in Dialysis Tech OR Diploma with 6 months hospital exp. |
| 50. Statistical Assistant | AIIMS Bathinda (1) | 1 | M.Sc. (Statistics) / MA with Statistics. |
| 51. Deputy General Manager (Cafeteria) | AIIMS ND (1) | 1 | Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management + Experience catering to min 200 persons. |
| 52. Junior Photographer | AIIMS ND (1) | 1 | 10+2 + Diploma/Certificate in Photography + 2 yrs medical photography exp. |
| 53. Fire Technician / Security Asst | AIIMS ND (6), AIIMS Bibinagar (1) | 7 | 10+2 / Matriculation + Physical Standards + Ex-Armed/Police forces preferred. |
| 54. Workshop Assistant (Carpenter) | AIIMS ND (1) | 1 | Matriculation + ITI Certificate in Carpentry. |
| 55. Workshop Assistant (Electronic) | AIIMS ND (1) | 1 | Matriculation + ITI Certificate in Electronics. |
| 56. Workshop Tech (Upholster) | AIIMS ND (1) | 1 | ITI in Upholstery + 2 yrs exp + RCI reg. |
| 57. Workshop Tech (Leather Worker) | Safdarjung (2), AIIMS ND (2) | 4 | ITI in Industrial Leather Work + 2 yrs exp. |
| 58. Social Security Officer | ESIC – All India Cadre (18) | 18 | Degree + 3 Years service in a Govt organization/bank. |
| 59. Biomedical Engineer | Safdarjung Hospital (1) | 1 | Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering. |
(Note: Above data is precisely extracted from Annexure I & II. Candidates must independently verify the exact desirable qualifications and category-wise reservation (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) for their chosen institute in the official 168-page PDF before applying).
Mode of Selection Process
The AIIMS Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-5) will consist of the following stages:
- Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) – A centrally conducted single-window examination by AIIMS New Delhi.
- Stage 2: Skill Test / Physical Test – (Qualifying in nature). Mandatory for specific posts as outlined in the notification (e.g., LDC, UDC, Stenographer requires Typing/Shorthand; Security Officer requires PST/PET; Programmer requires Coding Test).
- Stage 3: Choice Filling & Document Verification – Qualified candidates will be invited to submit their choices and preferences for allocated institutes based on merit.
- Stage 4: Medical Examination – Conducted by a Medical Board prior to joining.
Tie-Breaking Criteria: Resolved first by marks in domain-specific knowledge, then by fewer negative marks, then by older age, and finally by alphabetical order.
AIIMS CRE-5 Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
The CBT will be a single paper of 90 Minutes duration consisting of two parts. Total 100 MCQs carrying 400 marks. Negative Marking: 1/4 marks (1 mark deducted for each wrong answer).
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | General Knowledge, Aptitude, and Knowledge of Computers | 20 MCQs | 80 Marks |
| Part 2 | Domain Specific Knowledge (As per Post Qualification) | 80 MCQs | 320 Marks |
| Total | 100 MCQs | 400 Marks |
Note: The question paper will be uniquely divided into 5 sections of 18 minutes each. Candidates can only navigate within the currently active section before it auto-submits. The medium is Bilingual for 10th/12th level posts, and English only for technical/degree level posts.
How To Apply Online for AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the AIIMS Common Recruitment Exam (CRE-5) 2026 post can submit their application online before 03 July 2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official Examination Section website of AIIMS New Delhi (www.aiimsexams.ac.in).
- Step 2: Click on the “Recruitments” tab and select “Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-5)”.
- Step 3: Complete your One Time Registration (OTR) carefully.
- Step 4: Login and select the specific “Group” (from 1 to 59) you wish to apply for. (Important: If applying for multiple groups, you must submit separate applications and pay separate fees for each group).
- Step 5: Fill in educational and experience details. Candidates currently in Govt/PSU employment must upload a mandatory NOC.
- Step 6: Upload scanned images of Photograph, Signature, and Left Thumb Impression strictly per guidelines.
- Step 7: Pay the required application fee online.
- Step 8: Submit and print the Confirmation Slip. No physical copy needs to be sent by post.
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Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AIIMS CRE-5 2026? Ans. The online application window closes strictly on 03 July 2026 at 5:00 PM. No extensions will be provided.
Q2. Can I apply for multiple post groups (e.g., UDC and Store Keeper)? Ans. Yes, candidates can apply for multiple groups. However, you must submit a separate online application and pay the separate examination fee (₹3000/₹2400) for each group you apply for.
Q3. How exactly does the institute allocation work? Ans. The CRE-5 is a single examination. After you qualify the CBT, you will be asked to fill out your institute preferences. Final allocation is based entirely on your merit, chosen preferences, and whether you meet that specific institute’s eligibility rules.
Q4. Are the Skill Tests/Physical Tests marks added to the final merit? Ans. No. Skill tests (like typing for LDC/UDC, stenography for PAs, or PET/PST for Security Officers) are purely qualifying in nature. The final merit list is prepared strictly based on the marks obtained in the CBT.
Q5. Is the application fee refundable? Ans. The fee is generally non-refundable. However, SC/ST candidates who actually appear for the CBT examination will have their application fees refunded back to their original payment source after the results are declared.
