All India Institute Of Medical Science (AIIMS) INI-CET January 2026 Session
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The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has announced the commencement of the online registration process for the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI-CET) for admission to Postgraduate (PG) courses MD, MS, M.Ch. (6 years), DM (6 years), MDS, and MD (Hospital Administration) for the January 2026 Session.
The INI-CET serves as a common entrance examination for admission to postgraduate medical courses offered by AIIMS New Delhi and other participating Institutes of National Importance (INIs), including JIPMER Puducherry, NIMHANS Bengaluru, PGIMER Chandigarh, and SCTIMST Trivandrum.
Programme Highlights
- Exam Conducting Body: AIIMS, New Delhi
- Session: January 2026
- Participating Institutes: AIIMS (New Delhi and other branches), JIPMER Puducherry, NIMHANS Bengaluru, PGIMER Chandigarh, SCTIMST Trivandrum
- Programmes Offered:
- MD / MS
- M.Ch. (6 years)
- DM (6 years)
- MDS
- MD (Hospital Administration)
- Mode of Application: Online only via www.aiimsexams.ac.in
Key Highlights
- The online registration process began on 30th September 2025.
- Fresh One-Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory for all candidates, including those registered in earlier sessions.
- The registration process includes OTR, filling of the registration form, uploading of images, payment of fees, and final submission.
- Candidates may update incorrect details in OTR before the last date of registration, i.e., 21st October 2025 (up to 05:00 PM).
- The examination portal has been revamped, and candidates are advised to carefully read the Prospectus Part-A and follow all instructions.
- Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.
- All communication and updates will be published exclusively on the AIIMS Examination website.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must possess the required MBBS/BDS or equivalent degree recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) or Dental Council of India (DCI).
- They should have completed or be likely to complete the required internship within the specified date mentioned in the official prospectus.
- Additional eligibility requirements for each course are detailed in the Prospectus Part-A available on the AIIMS website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Registration (OTR) | 30th September 2025 |
| Last Date to Update OTR Details | 21st October 2025 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Completion of Registration Process | As per schedule published in the Prospectus Part-A |
| INI-CET January 2026 Examination | As notified on the official website |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: www.aiimsexams.ac.in
- Navigate to “Academic Courses → INI-CET”.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic details.
- Fill in the Registration Form with qualification, internship, and experience details.
- Upload the passport-size photograph, signature, and thumb impression in the prescribed format.
- Pay the registration fee online within the given dates.
- Verify all details carefully before final submission of the form.
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