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⭐ Assistant Administrative Officer Recruitment 2025 – Overview
The Assistant Administrative Officer Recruitment 2025 under the Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-4) is a major opportunity for graduates with administrative experience who wish to join top healthcare and research institutes such as AIIMS and other central organizations.
The AAO position is a Group-B, responsible administrative post, ideal for candidates with strong management, supervisory, and office administration skills.
Advt No.: Notice No. 355/2025 (CRE-4)
Post Name: Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO)
Participating Organizations: AIIMS & Central Govt Institutes (group-wise details in DRA)
⭐ Vacancies & Salary
Vacancy distribution will be published at the choice-filling stage.
Salary (Pay Level-7 / Level-6 depending on institute):
AAO posts generally fall under:
- Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
- Or Pay Level-6 for Assistant/Executive Assistant equivalents
These pay levels include all central allowances such as DA, HRA, TA, and medical benefits.
⭐ Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies slightly by institute but generally includes:
✔ Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university (3-year minimum).
- Strong administrative and office management background preferred.
✔ Essential Experience
Some institutes may require:
- 2–5 years administrative experience,
- Supervisory or office coordination roles,
- Knowledge of government service rules (FR/SR, CCS Rules).
AAO is considered a supervisory administrative role, so experience is crucial.
⭐ Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Approx. 30–35 years depending on institute
- Age relaxations as per CRE-4 rules:
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwBD: +10 years
- Government Employees: up to 40–45 years (as applicable)
(Refer to Age Relaxation table)
⭐ Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹3000
- SC/ST/EWS: ₹2400
- PwBD: Exempted
⭐ Important Dates
- Online Registration Start: 14 Nov 2025
- Last Date: 02 Dec 2025 (5 PM)
- Status of Application: 8 Dec 2025
- Admit Card: 3 days before exam
- CBT Exam: 22–24 Dec 2025
⭐ Selection Process
The selection is based on a Computer Based Test (CBT):
CBT Pattern
- 100 MCQs — 400 marks
- 20 questions: GK, Aptitude, Computer
- 80 questions:
- General Administration
- CCS Rules
- FR/SR
- Basic Computer Knowledge
Negative Marking: 1/4 per wrong answer
Skill Test (if applicable)
Some institutes may conduct:
- Document drafting test
- Administrative skill evaluation
(As per ANNEXURE V)
⭐ Apply Online
👉 Apply for Assistant Administrative Officer Recruitment 2025
https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in
⭐ Download Notification
👉 Download AAO CRE-4 Notification 2025
⭐ Official Website
⭐ How to Apply
- Go to the official AIIMS Exams website.
- Click CRE-4 Recruitment.
- Register with email and mobile.
- Fill the AAO application form accurately.
- Upload photo, signature, documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and download the acknowledgment.
⭐ Helpdesk
- Toll-Free: 1800-11-7898
- Queries: through “Raise a Query” dashboard
⭐ Conclusion
The Assistant Administrative Officer Recruitment 2025 under CRE-4 is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a prestigious and stable administrative career in India’s top medical institutes. With competitive pay and strong career progression, it is one of the most sought-after Group-B posts in the healthcare administration sector.
