The AIIMS Nursing Entrance Exam is one of India’s most competitive healthcare entrance tests. It is conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi for admissions into nursing programs in all AIIMS institutes across India.
1. Courses Covered Under AIIMS Nursing Entrance
A) B.Sc Nursing (Hons.) – 4 Years
Available only for female candidates
Offered at 7–8 AIIMS campuses
Focused on preparing professional nurses for clinical & administrative roles
B) Post Basic B.Sc Nursing – 2 Years
Open for both male & female
For candidates who already completed GNM + Registered Nurse
C) M.Sc Nursing – 2 Years
For advanced specialization:
Medical-Surgical Nursing
OBG Nursing
Pediatric Nursing
Community Health Nursing
Psychiatric Nursing
2. Conducting Authority
AIIMS, New Delhi – Examination Section Official portal: AIIMS Exams Registration Portal (used for all AIIMS exams)
3. Eligibility Criteria (Very Detailed)
A) B.Sc Nursing (Hons.) Eligibility
Requirement
Details
Gender
Only Female
Age
Minimum 17 years (No upper age limit)
Education
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English
Minimum Marks
55% (Gen/OBC), 50% (SC/ST)
School Type
Must be from recognized board
Medical Fitness
Candidate must be medically fit
B) Post Basic B.Sc Nursing Eligibility
Requirement
Details
Gender
Male & Female
Education
Must have passed GNM
Registration
Registered Nurse & Registered Midwife (RN/RM) with State Nursing Council
