All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has released important information related to Common Recruitment Examination (AIIMS CRE 2025) for Group B and Group C posts. You should know that the official notification and correction notice (corrigendum) has been published, in which thousands of posts are to be filled in several AIIMS institutes and central health departments, and the computer-based test (CBT) will be conducted at the end of August 2025. These opportunities are open to 10th, 12th and graduate level candidates.
This is a golden opportunity for appointment to healthcare support staff, administrative and technical posts. It is very important for the candidates applying or who have already applied to understand the timing, eligibility and selection process so that there is no mistake in the application. The post-wise qualifications, age limit and institute allocation are explained in detail in the official advertisement and correction notice. AIIMS exam portal should be considered as the primary source for final rules and documents.
What is in AIIMS CRE 2025 Notification: Posts, Application Eligibility and Official Source
AIIMS has officially released the advertisement and amendments for CRE 2025 which gives detailed information about the Group B and C posts. In total, around 3,496 posts will be filled in various AIIMS institutes and central health bodies. The posts include clerical, administrative, nursing, lab technician and other technical/support posts. The educational qualification required for each post (from 10th pass to relevant graduate or diploma), experience and age limit (generally 18 to 30/35 years, with relaxation as per category) are clearly mentioned. Candidates should carefully read the annexures given in the PDF of AIIMS, where the details of each post and the number of posts institute wise are available. Some changes have been made in the posts and institutes by issuing correction notifications. The official advertisement and correction notification are available on the AIIMS exam section website.
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Important Dates: Exam, Admit Card and related time table
The timetable is very important. As per the official notification and latest reports, the CBT exam of CRE 2025 will be conducted on 25th and 26th August 2025. The exam center and admit card information is released by AIIMS about a week before the exam. This time, as per media reports and AIIMS portal, the exam center information will be released around 19th August 2025 and the admit card will be available a few days after that. Candidates should keep checking the updates on their AIIMS login regularly. If you have applied but have not uploaded the documents then check the notice on the portal immediately as late correction is rarely allowed. Always confirm these dates from the AIIMS exam portal.
Important Dates
| events | Date/Period |
|---|---|
| Official Advertisement / Correction Notice | July–August 2025 (Advt. & Correction) – View AIIMS PDFs |
| Application completion / status checking period | Varies as per notice, asked to complete registration by July |
| Exam Center Information (Expected) | Around 19th August 2025 (Check on AIIMS portal) |
| Admit Card Availability (Expected) | approximately 22–23 August 2025 |
| CBT Exam | 25 and 26 August 2025 |
Selection Process: Exam Pattern, Marking & Preparation
AIIMS CRE selection is primarily through a computer-based test (CBT). CBT is mandatory for all Group B and C posts. For some posts, CBT may be followed by a skill test, typing test or practical exam. The CBT consists of multiple choice questions covering general aptitude and subject specific area as per the post. Clerical posts require focus on computer and typing skills, while nursing and technical posts have subject-based questions. There is also negative marking for wrong answers in the exam so answer carefully. For preparation, focus on the syllabus and previous exam pattern provided by AIIMS, practice time management and pay special attention to the sections carrying more marks. The selection process rules for each post are given in detail in the official PDF.
Who should apply
AIIMS CRE is open to candidates of various qualification levels. The latest notification includes various posts for 10th, 12th pass and diploma or graduate candidates. Some posts are also available for candidates with experience. Candidates and parents should read carefully (1) the educational qualification required for the post, (2) age limit and relaxation details, and (3) whether skill or typing test is required at any stage. Practice computer and typing for administrative and clerical posts. Keep the required certificates and registrations ready for nursing and technical posts. If you do not understand the group code of the post, refer to the annexures available in the AIIMS PDF which contains group-wise details of the posts. Parents should keep the documents organized and scanned so that there is no hindrance in applying.
Application Verification, Documents and Exam Day Tips
If you have applied, login to AIIMS portal immediately and check the status of the application, if any document is left to be uploaded then complete it and wait for the information about the exam center and admit card. If you have not applied yet and you are eligible, then apply for the right post as per the advertisement. Right selection will reduce stress. On the day of the exam, reach the exam center on time, carry admit card and government photo ID, wear comfortable clothes and make a time management strategy for the exam. Solve easy questions first, then medium and finally review complex or doubtful questions. Prepare in advance for the posts for which there will be a skill or practical test so that there is no problem on the day of the exam.