AIIMS ICMR AOs recruitment 2025, Eligibility, application form update

The application process is ending on October 31 2025. The AIIMS, on behalf of ICMR, is conducting the recruitment examination for the posts of Administrative Officer and Accounts Officer (Group A, Level-10, Rs. 56,100–1,77,500, 7th CPC) for ICMR Headquarters and associated institutes/centres in New Delhi.

What is AIIMS ICMR AOs Recruitment

AIIMS ICMR Administrative Officer (AO) and Accounts Officer (AO) recruitment is a direct recruitment process conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi, on behalf of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), to fill Group-A Gazetted posts for its Headquarters and affiliated institutes/centers in New Delhi through an online examination and interview.

AIIMS ICMR AOs recruitment 2025 Overview

• Number of Posts: 15 (Administrative Officer: 10, Accounts Officer: 5)
• Eligibility:
  • Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university/institution.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience as Section Officer or equivalent in Administration (for Administrative Officer) or in Finance & Accounts (for Accounts Officer) in Central/State Government, PSU, or Autonomous Body.
  • Desirable: MBA/PG Diploma in HR for Administrative Officer; knowledge of computer applications for HR/Accounts.
  • Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years (age relaxation as per rules)
• Application Dates: Online registration started from 11th October 2025 and the last date to submit applications is 31st October 2025 (up to 5:00 PM).
• Application Fee:
  • General/OBC: ₹3000
  • SC/ST/EWS: ₹2400
  • PwBD: Exempted
• Selection Process:
  • Stage I: Computer Based Test (CBT) of 80 marks
  • Stage II: Interview of 20 marks
  • Final merit based on total of both stages; document verification as per instructions.
• How to Apply:
  • Apply online at the AIIMS recruitment portal: <a href-“https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in/” rel=”nofollow”> under “Recruitment – ICMR Administrative Officer & Accounts Officer 2025”.
  • Fill all sections, upload required files, pay the fee online, and retain a copy of the submitted application for reference.

For full eligibility criteria, syllabus, reservation, and detailed instructions, refer to the official recruitment notice on the AIIMS Exams or ICMR website.​

Closing Date for Applications: 31st October 2025, up to 5:00 PM.

Below are the eligibility criteria and documents required for the posts of Administrative Officer and Accounts Officer under the AIIMS–ICMR 2025 recruitment:

AIIMS ICMR AO recruitment Eligibility Criteria

• Age relaxation: SC/ST—5 yrs, OBC—3 yrs, PwBD—10 yrs (max age 56 yrs), other relaxations as per rules.
• All qualifications and experience must be completed on or before 31 October 2025, the last date of online application submission.

Documents Required

At application:

• Scan of passport-size photo and signature as per instructions.
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), if applicable, in prescribed format and validity.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) for serving government/semi-government/PSU/autonomous body candidates, to be uploaded online.
• Education certificates (degree mark sheets & passing certificates) and experience proof, to be produced when required/document verification stage.
• PwBD candidates: Disability certificate in prescribed format as per Govt. of India rules.

No hardcopy submission is needed at the application stage, but all originals and required documents must be presented during document verification or as and when required by ICMR/AIIMS authorities.

How to apply?

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the Official Website
   • Go to the AIIMS recruitment portal  “https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in
2. Access the Recruitment Section
   • Click on “Recruitment” and select “ICMR Administrative Officer & Accounts Officer 2025” from the ongoing advertisements.​
3. Register Online
   • Click on “New Registration.” Register using a valid email ID and mobile number. You’ll receive login details via email/SMS.​
4. Fill the Application Form
   • Log in using your credentials and fill in all required details, including:
     • Personal details (name, DoB, address)
     • Educational qualifications
     • Experience details
     • Reservation category, if applicable.​
5. Upload Documents
   • Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and (if required) thumb impression.
   • Upload category/disability/NOC certificates as applicable in the prescribed formats.​
6. Pay Application Fee
   • General/OBC: ₹3000
   • SC/ST/EWS: ₹2400
   • PwBD: Exempted
   • Payment must be made online (using Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking).​
7. Final Submission
   • Carefully review all details and submit your application by the deadline (October 31, 2025, 5:00 PM).​
8. Download and Save Application
   • Download/print the submitted application form and the payment receipt for your records. No need to send hard copies.​

Important Points

• Check your eligibility with respect to qualification, age limit, and experience before applying.
• All uploaded certificates must be valid and compliant with government formats.
• No application edits will be allowed after submission; fill carefully.
• All original certificates must be produced at later stages for document verification.

For complete instructions, always refer to the official notification and the instructions given on the portal.

Exam Pattern

• Stage I: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  • Questions: 80 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
  • Marks: 80 marks (1 mark per correct answer)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
  • Duration: 80 minutes
  • Medium: English only
• Stage II: Interview
  • Marks: 20 marks
  • Based on merit in CBT, five times the number of vacancies will be called for the interview.
• Final Merit: Combined marks of CBT (Stage I) and Interview (Stage II)

Syllabus

Administrative Officer (AO)

• 60 MCQs on General Administration, CCS Rules, FR/SR
• 20 MCQs on General English, Aptitude, Awareness, Basic Computer knowledge

Accounts Officer

• 60 MCQs on General Financial Rules (GFR), Accounts, and Book Keeping
• 20 MCQs on General English, Aptitude, Awareness, Basic Computer knowledge
• Syllabus Level: Questions will be in accordance with the advertised educational qualification and experience for each post.

Qualifying Criteria

• UR/EWS: 50%
• OBC: 45%
• SC/ST/PwBD: 40%

The CBT exam will be held in Delhi/NCR as per official instructions. Only those who qualify the written test will proceed to the interview and document verification stages

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