The next AIIMS CRE Radiographer & X-Ray Technician Vacancy 2026-27 (CRE-6) is coming soon — AIIMS has not released a new notification yet (checked 30 September 2026). Radiography posts come under Group 25 (Radiography). B.Sc. Radiography freshers can apply for Technician (Radiology) and Radiographic Technician Gr. I, while Diploma in Radiography holders need 1–2 years experience. The exam has 100 MCQs, 400 marks, 90 minutes in English. In CRE-5, the qualifying cut off was 160 (UR), 140 (OBC) and 120 (SC/ST) out of 400, and 1,845 candidates qualified.
AIIMS New Delhi conducts the Common Recruitment Examination (CRE) to fill Group B and Group C posts in many AIIMS and other Central Government hospitals through one exam. This guide covers only the Radiographer / X-Ray Technician posts (Group 25) — upcoming vacancy status, qualification, experience, exam pattern, syllabus and the official CRE-5 cut off.
AIIMS CRE Radiographer 2026-27: Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi |
| Exam Name | Common Recruitment Examination (CRE) |
| Group Code | Group 25 – Radiography |
| Posts | Radiographer, Technician (Radiology), Radiographic Technician Grade-I, Sr. Radiographer, Dark Room Assistant, Radio-Diagnosis Technician |
| Vacancy 2026-27 (CRE-6) | Coming Soon |
| Last Recruitment | CRE-5 (Notice No. 93/2026 dated 13.06.2026) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Medium (Group 25) | English |
| Official Website | aiimsexams.ac.in |
AIIMS CRE Radiographer Vacancy 2026-27 (CRE-6): Coming Soon
As of 30 September 2026, the latest CRE on the official AIIMS exam portal is CRE-5. The next CRE notification (CRE-6) has not been released yet. It will be an All India recruitment for AIIMS and other Central Government institutes.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | AIIMS CRE-6 (2026-27) |
| Posts | Radiographer / X-Ray Technician / Technician (Radiology) & other radiography posts |
| Total Radiography Vacancies | Coming Soon |
| Notification Date | Coming Soon |
| Online Apply Start Date | Coming Soon |
| Last Date to Apply | Coming Soon |
| CBT Exam Date | Coming Soon |
| Apply Mode | Online at aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Vacancy Level | All India |
AIIMS CRE Radiographer Education Qualification
Each radiography post has its own qualification. As per the last official notification (CRE-5):
| Post (Pay Level) | Education Qualification | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician (Radiology) (Level 6) | B.Sc. (Hons) Radiography / B.Sc. Radiography (3 years). At some AIIMS: OR Diploma in Radiography + 2 years experience | Not required for B.Sc. | 18–30 years (21–35 at some AIIMS) |
| Radiographic Technician Grade-I (Level 6) | B.Sc. (Hons) Radiography (3 years) OR Diploma in Radiography | Not required for B.Sc.; 2 years with Diploma | 21–35 years |
| Radiographer (Level 5) | 12th Science + 2-year Diploma/Certificate in Radiography | 1 year in a recognised hospital | 18–25 years |
| Dark Room Assistant (Level 4) | Diploma in Radiography | 1 year | 21–30 years |
| Radio-Diagnosis Technician (Level 5) | B.Sc. Radiography (3 years, AERB approved institution) | 2 years certified | Up to 30 years |
| Sr. Radiographer (Level 6) | Bachelor’s degree in Radiography / Radio-imaging / Medical Imaging Technology | 3 years in Government hospital | Up to 30 years |
Note: Age limit and qualification can differ from institute to institute for the same post. Always check the institute-wise table (Annexure-I) of the new notification.
Who Can Apply? Diploma & B.Sc. Radiography Candidates
| Candidate Profile | Eligibility (as per CRE-5) |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Radiography / B.Sc. (Hons) Radiography fresher | ✔ Eligible – Technician (Radiology) and Radiographic Technician Gr. I |
| Diploma in Radiography (X-Ray Technician) + 1 year experience | ✔ Eligible – Radiographer, Dark Room Assistant |
| Diploma in Radiography + 2 years experience | ✔ Eligible – Radiographic Technician Gr. I and Technician (Radiology) at some AIIMS |
| Diploma in Radiography fresher (no experience) | ✘ Not Eligible – all Diploma-route posts in CRE-5 asked for experience |
| 12th Science only | ✘ Not Eligible |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years (plus category relaxation) |
| Government Employees / Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India rules |
AIIMS CRE Radiographer Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 100 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 400 (4 marks per question) |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Sections | 5 sections × 20 questions, 18 minutes each (no going back to a finished section) |
| Negative Marking | 1/4 marks for each wrong answer |
| Medium (Group 25) | English only |
| Part | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Part | General Knowledge & Aptitude + Knowledge of Computer | 20 | 80 |
| Domain Part | Radiography | 80 | 320 |
| Total | 100 | 400 |
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 40% (160 out of 400) |
| OBC | 35% (140 out of 400) |
| SC / ST | 30% (120 out of 400) |
| PwBD | 30% (irrespective of category) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per own category |
Source: AIIMS CRE-5 official notification (Notice No. 93/2026), Section IX – Pattern / Scheme / Syllabus of Examination.
AIIMS CRE Radiographer Syllabus
As per the notification, the domain part (80 MCQs) is from Radiography, at the level of the post’s qualification and experience. Topic-wise preparation list:
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Radiation Physics | Atomic structure, X-ray production, X-ray tube, interactions of X-rays with matter, attenuation, exposure factors (kVp, mAs) |
| Radiographic Positioning | Chest, skull, spine, extremities, abdomen, pelvis — views, centring and projections |
| Imaging Equipment | X-ray generators, grids, AEC, fluoroscopy, portable & mobile units, mammography |
| Film & Digital Imaging | Dark room, film processing, intensifying screens, CR, DR, PACS, image quality |
| Contrast & Special Procedures | Contrast media and reactions, IVU, barium studies, HSG, angiography basics |
| Advanced Modalities | CT, MRI and ultrasound basics, safety in MRI |
| Radiation Protection | Dose units, ALARA, TLD, lead aprons, AERB guidelines, pregnancy protection |
| Anatomy & Patient Care | Radiological anatomy, patient preparation, emergency care, infection control |
| General Part (20 MCQs) | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Current affairs, history, geography, polity, general science, health schemes |
| Aptitude | Reasoning, number series, percentage, ratio, average, time & work |
| Knowledge of Computer | Computer basics, MS Word, MS Excel, internet, email, shortcuts |
AIIMS CRE-5 Radiographer Cut Off (Group 25)
AIIMS released the CRE-5 Group 25 result (Result Notification No. 245-25/2026) with the list of candidates called for online choice filling and seat allocation. Based on the official result list:
| Category | Qualifying Marks | Lowest Marks in Qualified List (out of 400) | Candidates Qualified |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 160 | 160 | 663 |
| EWS | 160 | 164 | 98 |
| OBC | 140 | 140 | 594 |
| SC | 120 | 121 | 389 |
| ST | 120 | 120 | 87 |
| PwBD | 120 | 130 | 10 |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per category | 199 | 4 |
| Total | — | — | 1,845 |
Highest marks in CRE-5 Group 25: 330 out of 400. Final institute-wise closing marks depend on online seat allocation, so aim to score well above the qualifying marks.
Source: AIIMS Result Notification No. 245-25/2026 (aiimsexams.ac.in → Recruitments → CRE-5 → Result).
How to Prepare for AIIMS CRE Radiographer
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1. Domain first | 80 of 100 questions are from Radiography — revise physics, positioning and radiation protection daily |
| 2. English medium | The paper is in English only — learn technical terms in English |
| 3. Section timing | Practise 20 questions in 18 minutes, as each section locks after its time |
| 4. Negative marking | Attempt only sure answers |
| 5. Mock tests | Give full 100-question, 90-minute mocks and analyse each mistake |
Conclusion
The AIIMS CRE Radiographer & X-Ray Technician Vacancy 2026-27 is coming soon. B.Sc. Radiography freshers get the most posts, while Diploma holders need 1–2 years experience. In CRE-5 the qualifying cut off was 160 (UR), 140 (OBC) and 120 (SC/ST) out of 400 — start preparing now to score well above these marks.
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