AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam Announced for 7 Group Codes: Check Latest Notification

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has announced a re-examination for seven specific Group Codes under the Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-5) 2026. The announcement came on July 31, 2026 via the official website. The official notification states “… based
on the recommendations of the Expert Committee and approval of the Competent Authority, reexamination shall be conducted…”.

The decision impacts thousands of candidates who appeared for the computer-based test (CBT) conducted across various test centers in late July 2026. AIIMS CRE 5 2026 exam officially concluded on 27th July 2026.

AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam 2026: Affected Group Codes and Posts

The re-examination applies to the following 7 Group Codes and their corresponding posts:

Why Has AIIMS Ordered the CRE 5 Re-Examination?

• Expert Committee Findings: Following reports and technical feedback during the initial CBT, an Expert Committee was tasked with reviewing the examination drive.

• Integrity & Fairness: Based on the committee’s recommendations, AIIMS deemed a fresh test necessary for the seven affected post categories to maintain transparency and fair evaluation.

• Administrative Decision: The Competent Authority approved the recommendation to annul the previous session for these 7 codes and schedule a re-test.

Who Is Eligible to Appear for the AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam?

Eligibility for the re-examination is subject to specific administrative criteria:

• Issued Admit Card Holders: Only candidates who were previously issued hall tickets for Group Codes 3, 20, 28, 32, 33, 48, and 58 for the July 25–27 exam are eligible.

• Verification Process: Candidate eligibility for the re-exam remains subject to verification against official examination attendance and portal records.

• No New Applicants: Fresh applications or new candidates who did not apply during the original CRE-5 registration period cannot apply.

AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam Date 2026

While the exact timetable for the re-test is being finalized, AIIMS has specified the following terms regarding the examination schedule:

What Happens to the Earlier AIIMS CRE 5 Examination?

• Annulled Results for 7 Group Codes: The scorecards or performance data from the earlier test held between July 25 and July 27, 2026, for Group Codes 3, 20, 28, 32, 33, 48, and 58 stand cancelled and will not be considered for result declaration.

• Unaffected Group Codes: The examination for all remaining CRE-5 Group Codes remains valid, and their recruitment evaluation will proceed without interruption.

How to Download the AIIMS CRE 5 Re-Exam Official Notice

Candidates can verify and download the official notification directly from the AIIMS Examination Portal by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website: aiimsexams.ac.in.

2. Navigate to the “Recruitments” section on the homepage.

3. Select “Common Recruitment Examination – 5 (CRE-5)”.

4. Look for the link titled “Notice regarding Re-Examination for Selected Group Codes under CRE-5”.

5. Click the link to view and download the official PDF notice.

What Should Candidates Do Next?

Candidates should regularly check the AIIMS examination portal for updates on the re-exam schedule and fresh admit card release. AIIMS has advised candidates not to visit the examination office in New Delhi regarding the re-examination, as all official updates will be published online. Meanwhile, aspirants should continue preparing for the CBT based on the prescribed syllabus for their respective Group Code.

Written by Aayush Kukreja

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