All India Institute Of Medical Sciences Post Graduate
The AIIMS postgraduate medical entrance examination was the test used by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences to admit medical and dental graduates to its postgraduate courses. It has been replaced by the Institut…
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INI CET 2026 July Session Exam Date
The INI CET 2026 exam for the July session is scheduled on May 17, 2026. The Result Notification will be released on May 23, 2026.
The INI CET 2026 July Session application process is expected to start from the 2nd week of March 2026. You can view the INI CET 2026 result PDF on the official website upon its release irrespective of any separate login process.
INI CET 2026 Cut-off Percentile
The INI CET 2026 cut-off percentile for General, EWS, and foreign candidates is the 50th percentile.
INI CET 2026 Exam Pattern
The INI CET 2026 exam is a computer-based test conducted online. The question paper includes both single correct-choice and multiple correct-choice questions.
- Total questions: 200
- Marks for each correct answer: +1
- Marks deducted for each incorrect answer: -1/3
- Marks for unattended questions: 0
INI CET 2026 July Session Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Entrance Examination | 17th May, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Result Notification | 23rd May, 2026 (Saturday) |
| Start of Counselling Process (Mock Round) | Dates will be declared later. |
| 1st Round of Counselling | Dates will be declared later. |
| 2nd Round of Counselling | Dates will be declared later. |
| Open Round of Counselling | Dates will be declared later. |
INI CET 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
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| INI CET Full Form | Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test |
| Conducted by | AIIMS, New Delhi |
| Exam Frequency | Twice (January and July Session) |
| Exam Mode | Computer-based Test (Online) |
| Courses Offered for Admission | MD, MS, DM (6 yrs), MCh (6 yrs), and MDS |
| Application Fees |
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| Application Mode | Online |
| Number of Test Cities | 135 |
INI CET Score Accepting Colleges
- AIIMS, New Delhi
- AIIMS, Bhopal
- AIIMS, Bhubaneswar
- AIIMS, Jodhpur
- AIIMS, Patna
- AIIMS, Raipur
- AIIMS, Rishikesh
- AIIMS, Nagpur
- AIIMS, Bibinagar
- AIIMS, Bhatinda
- AIIMS, Deoghar
- AIIMS, Mangalagiri
- AIIMS, Raebareli
- AIIMS Kalyani
- AIIMS Bilaspur
- AIIMS Gorakhpur
- AIIMS, Guwahati
- AIIMS, Rajkot
AIIMS PG (INI CET) 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for appearing at INI CET 2026 exam has been provided below. The exam is conducted for admission into MD/MS/DM-6yrs/MCH-6yrs and MDS courses.
INI CET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold an MBBS degree for MD/MS/DM-6yrs/MCH-6yrs courses and a BDS degree for MDS courses. The degree must be from a university accredited by the National Medical Commission/Medical Council of India.
Applicants must complete 12 months of compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training on or before 31st January 2026 for all INIs. Candidates finishing their internship after 31st January 2026 cannot register for this examination.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- SC/ST categories: 50% in aggregate
- OBC/EWS categories: 55% in aggregate
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWBD): the minimum aggregate for the category to which the candidate belongs applies
- Sponsored Candidates: same minimum aggregate marks as mentioned above
For Indian National candidates who graduated from foreign universities, marks in the FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) conducted by the National Board of Examination (NBE) are considered instead of aggregate marks. The minimum qualifying marks are the same in this case.
INI CET 2026 Application Form
Registration for INI CET 2026 follows a simple online process. The steps are listed below.
- Visit the official website, aiimsexams.ac.in
- Navigate to the "Academic Course" section
- Click on 'INI CET 2026'
- Click on "Registration & Basic Candidate Information and Generation of Code"
- Enter your name
- Provide a valid email ID and mobile number
- Choose the course (MD/ MS/ MCh/6 years, DM/6 years, or MDS)
- Upload photograph, signature, and left thumb impression
- Pay the INI CET 2026 application fee
INI CET 2026 Admit Card
The INI CET 2026 admit card is likely to be available for download from the 1st week of May 2026. It is a required document to appear for the exam.
- Go to the official website, aiimsexams.ac.in
- Click on the "MyPage" link
- Enter login credentials: Registration ID, Password, and Exam Unique Code (EUC) generated after the examination
- View and download the admit card and take at least 2 printout copies
- Check all details mentioned on the downloaded admit card
For any discrepancies, contact the helpline number 1800117898. Helpline hours are Monday to Friday from 10.00 am to 05.00 pm and Saturday from 10.00 am to 01.00 pm, excluding National Holidays.
INI CET 2026 Exam Pattern
The INI CET 2026 exam is fully online and conducted as a computer-based test. The exam pattern details are given below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-based Test) |
| Duration | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Question Type | Objective type questions of varying types (including Single Correct Choice and Multiple Correct Choice questions) |
| Number of Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct, 0 for unattempted |
| Negative Marking | Yes, -1/3 deduction per incorrect attempt |
INI CET 2026 Syllabus
The INI CET 2026 syllabus is released by AIIMS in the form of an information brochure. The syllabus for MD and MS courses covers Pre-Clinical Phase, Para-clinical Phase, and Clinical Phase topics. The syllabus for MDS courses covers Dental Science and Basic Clinical Science topics.
INI CET 2026 Syllabus for MD and MS Courses
The core units for MD and MS courses in INI CET 2026 are listed below.
| Section | Units | Sub Topics |
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| Pre Clinical Science | Biochemistry |
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| Pre Clinical Science | Anatomy |
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INI CET 2026 Syllabus for MD Courses
The INI CET 2026 syllabus for MD courses is divided into three main sections. These are Pre-Clinical Science, Para Clinical Science, and Clinical Science Subjects.
Pre-Clinical Science Subjects
This section covers the foundational subjects of Anatomy, Biochemistry, and Physiology. The topics for each subject are listed below.
| Subject | Topics |
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| Anatomy |
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| Biochemistry |
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| Physiology |
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Para Clinical Science Subjects
This section includes Pharmacology, Pathology, Forensic Medicine, Microbiology, and Community Medicine. The specific topics for each are detailed below.
| Subject | Topics |
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| Pharmacology |
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| Pathology |
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| Forensic Medicine |
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| Microbiology |
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| Community Medicine | - |
Clinical Science Subjects
This section covers clinical subjects such as Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Gynaecology, and Community Medicine. It also includes clinical postings and allied subjects.
| Subject | Topics |
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| Obstetrics |
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| Pediatrics |
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| Gynaecology |
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| Clinical Postings |
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| Community Medicine |
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| Surgery and allied subjects |
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| Medicine and allied subjects |
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INI CET 2026 Syllabus for MDS Courses
The INI CET 2026 syllabus for MDS courses includes the following units. The syllabus is divided into two main subjects under Dental Science.
Dental Science Subjects
This section includes Dental Materials and Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology. The topics for each are listed below.
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| Dental Materials |
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| Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology |
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