AIIMS Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-2025) Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

The Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-2025) is conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi, for recruitment to Group-B and Group-C posts across various AIIMS and Central Government medical institutes. Below is a detailed overview of the examination scheme, pattern, and syllabus for the different posts.

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Examination Scheme

• Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

• Duration: 90 minutes

• Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

• Total Marks: 400 (Each question carries 4 marks)

• Negative Marking: 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer.

• Qualifying Marks:

  • UR/EWS: 40%

  • OBC: 35%

  • SC/ST: 30%

  • PwBD: 30% (irrespective of category)

Exam Pattern

• The question paper is divided into two sections:

  • General Knowledge & Aptitude + Computer Knowledge (20 MCQs)

  • Domain-Specific Knowledge (80 MCQs)

• The exam is conducted in five sections, each with 20 questions and a time limit of 18 minutes. Candidates must attempt each section within the allotted time, and they cannot revisit previous sections.

Medium of Examination

• For posts requiring 10th/12th qualifications: Bilingual (English & Hindi)

• For technical/graduate-level posts: English only

Syllabus for Different Groups

The syllabus varies based on the post applied for. Below is a summary of key groups and their syllabus

1. Assistant Dietician/Dietician

• Syllabus:

  • Food & Nutrition

  • Dietetics & Therapeutic Nutrition

  • Hospital Dietary Management

  • Food Science & Service Management

2. Assistant Administrative Officer/Jr. Administrative Officer

• Syllabus:

  • General Administration

  • CCS Rules, FR/SR (Fundamental & Supplementary Rules)

  • Basic Computer Applications

3. Junior Administrative Assistant (LDC)/Upper Division Clerk (UDC)

• Syllabus:

  • General Maths (Arithmetic, Algebra)

  • English (Grammar, Comprehension)

  • Skill Test: Typing (35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi)

4. Assistant Engineer (Civil)/Junior Engineer (Civil)

• Syllabus:

  • Civil Engineering (Design, Construction, Surveying)

  • Building Materials & Estimation

  • Structural Mechanics

5. Assistant Engineer (Electrical)/Junior Engineer (Electrical)

• Syllabus:

  • Electrical Engineering (Power Systems, Machines)

  • Maintenance of Electrical Installations

  • HT/LT Systems

6. Assistant Engineer (A/C & R)/Junior Engineer (A/C & R)

• Syllabus:

  • Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Systems

  • HVAC Maintenance

  • Refrigeration Cycles

7. Audiologist/Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist

• Syllabus:

  • Audiology & Speech Pathology

  • Hearing Aid Technology

  • ENT-related Diagnostics

8. Electrician/Lineman/Wireman

• Syllabus:

  • Electrical Trade (Wiring, Maintenance)

  • ITI-level Electrical Concepts

9. Gas/Pump Mechanic/Manifold Technician

• Syllabus:

  • Medical Gas Pipeline Systems

  • Boiler & Pump Operations

10. Assistant Laundry Supervisor

• Syllabus:

  • Dry Cleaning & Laundry Technology

  • Fabric Care & Machinery Handling

11. OT Assistant/Operation Theatre Technician

• Syllabus:

  • Operation Theatre Procedures

  • Sterilization Techniques

  • ICU & CSSD Operations

12. Pharmacist (Allopathic/Ayurvedic/Homeopathic)

• Syllabus:

  • Pharmacy & Pharmacology

  • Drug Formulations & Dispensing

  • Pharmacy Act 1948

13. Cashier/Chief Cashier/Junior Accounts Officer

• Syllabus:

  • Accounts & Book-Keeping

  • Financial Rules

  • Tally & Basic Accounting Software

14. Mechanic (E&M)/Lift Operator

• Syllabus:

  • Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance

  • Lift Operations & Safety

15. CSSD Technician

• Syllabus:

  • Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) Procedures

  • Microbiology Basics

16. Hospital Attendant/Nursing Orderly/MTS

• Syllabus:

  • Basic Hospital Services

  • First Aid & Patient Handling

17. Lab Attendant/Lab Technician/Medical Lab Technologist

• Syllabus:

  • Medical Laboratory Technology

  • Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology

18. Telephone Operator

• Syllabus:

  • PABX/PBX Systems

  • Communication Skills

19. Dental Chair Side Assistant/Dental Mechanic

• Syllabus:

  • Dental Hygiene & Mechanics

  • Prosthodontics & Orthodontics

20. Technical Officer Ophthalmology (Refractionist)

• Syllabus:

  • Ophthalmic Techniques

  • Vision Testing & Refraction

21. Radiotherapy Technician/Technologist

• Syllabus:

  • Radiotherapy & Radiology

  • Radiation Safety

22. Radiographer/Dark Room Assistant

• Syllabus:

  • Radiography Techniques

  • X-ray & Imaging Procedures

23. Perfusionist

• Syllabus:

  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass Procedures

  • Life Support Systems

24. Physiotherapist

• Syllabus:

  • Physiotherapy Techniques

  • Rehabilitation Exercises

25. Vocation Counsellor

• Syllabus:

  • Psychology & Career Counselling

  • Behavioral Assessment

26. Library & Information Assistant

• Syllabus:

  • Library Science

  • Cataloguing & Digital Libraries

27. Driver

• Syllabus:

  • Traffic Rules & Vehicle Maintenance

28. Modeller (Artist)

• Syllabus:

  • Fine Arts & Commercial Art

29. Junior Warden (Hostel Warden)

• Syllabus:

  • Hostel Management

  • Basic Administration

30. Stenographer/Personal Assistant

• Syllabus:

  • Shorthand & Typing (Skill Test)

  • Office Procedures

31. Staff Nurse/Nursing Officer

• Syllabus:

  • Nursing Procedures

  • Patient Care & Pharmacology

32. Prosthetics & Orthotics Technician

• Syllabus:

  • Artificial Limb & Support Device Fabrication

33. Medical Record Technician

• Syllabus:

  • Medical Records Management

  • Coding & Data Entry

34. Biomedical Engineer

• Syllabus:

  • Medical Equipment Maintenance

  • Biomedical Instrumentation

35. Computer Data Processor

• Syllabus:

  • Computer Applications (MS Office, Databases)

36. Junior Hindi Translator

• Syllabus:

  • Hindi & English Translation

37. Scientific Officer (Physics)

• Syllabus:

  • Medical Physics & Radiological Safety

38. Tailor Grade III

• Syllabus:

  • Garment Stitching & Repair

39. Mechanic (Air Conditioning & Refrigeration)

• Syllabus:

  • HVAC Systems

40. Nuclear Medicine Technologist

• Syllabus:

  • Radioisotope Handling

  • Nuclear Imaging

41. Optometrist

• Syllabus:

  • Ophthalmic Optics

  • Vision Testing

42. Plumber

• Syllabus:

  • Plumbing & Sanitation Systems

43. PACS Administrator

• Syllabus:

  • Medical Imaging Software (PACS/DICOM)

44. Social Security Officer

• Syllabus:

  • Social Welfare Schemes

  • Insurance & Pension Systems

45. ECG Technician

• Syllabus:

  • Electrocardiography (ECG) Procedures

46. Respiratory Laboratory Assistant

• Syllabus:

  • Pulmonary Function Tests

47. Assistant Biochemist

• Syllabus:

  • Clinical Biochemistry

48. Junior Physicist

• Syllabus:

  • Medical Physics

49. Embryologist

• Syllabus:

  • Assisted Reproductive Techniques (ART)

50. Life Guard

• Syllabus:

  • First Aid & Rescue Operations

51. Medical Social Worker

• Syllabus:

  • Social Work & Counselling

52. Coding Clerk

• Syllabus:

  • Medical Coding (ICD-10)

53. Workshop Technician

• Syllabus:

  • Mechanical Workshop Practices

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-2025)

1. What is CRE-2025?

The Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-2025) is a centralized recruitment drive conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi, for Group-B and Group-C posts across various AIIMS institutes and other Central Government medical organizations.

2. Who can apply for CRE-2025?

Indian nationals who meet the educational qualification, age limit, and experience (if required) for the respective posts can apply.

3. What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online registration is 31st July 2025 (up to 5:00 PM).

4. What is the exam date?

The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is tentatively scheduled for 25th & 26th August 2025.

5. How many vacancies are available?

The exact number of vacancies varies for each post and institute. Refer to Annexure-II in the official notification for details.

6. What is the exam pattern?

• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

• Duration: 90 minutes

• Total Questions: 100 MCQs (80 domain-specific + 20 GK/Aptitude/Computer)

• Marking Scheme:

  • +4 marks for each correct answer

  • -1 mark for each wrong answer

7. Is there a skill test?

Yes, some posts (e.g., LDC, UDC, Stenographer) require a skill test (typing/data entry) after qualifying in CBT.

8. What is the syllabus for CRE-2025?

The syllabus varies for each group. Refer to Section IX (Pattern/Scheme/Syllabus) in the official notification for detailed subject-wise topics.

9. What is the application fee?

• General/OBC: ₹3000

• SC/ST/EWS: ₹2400

• PwBD: Exempted

10. How can I download the admit card?

Admit cards will be available 3 days before the exam on the official website: www.aiimsexams.ac.in.

11. What documents are required for verification?

Selected candidates must submit:

• Educational certificates

• Caste/EWS/PwBD certificate (if applicable)

• Experience certificate (if required)

• No Objection Certificate (NOC) for employed candidates

12. Is there any age relaxation?

Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for:

• SC/ST: 5 years

• OBC: 3 years

• PwBD: 10 years

• Ex-Servicemen: As per rules

13. Can I apply for multiple posts?

Yes, but you must submit separate applications for each group and pay the fee accordingly.

14. How will the final selection be done?

• Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

• Stage 2: Skill Test (if applicable)

• Final Merit: Based on CBT performance + choice filling