According to the official schedule, the AIIMS INI CET 2026 examination will be conducted on 9 November 2025 in a computer-based mode across multiple test centres in India. The exam serves as a gateway for admission to MD, MS, M.Ch (6 years), DM (6 years), and MDS courses offered by AIIMS, JIPMER, NIMHANS, PGIMER, and other prestigious institutions.
What Is AIIMS INI CET 2026?
The INI CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test) is a national-level postgraduate medical entrance examination conducted by AIIMS Delhi. It replaces individual entrance tests previously held by AIIMS, PGIMER, JIPMER, and NIMHANS, bringing all under one umbrella for PG medical admissions.
AIIMS INI CET January 2026: Important Dates
- Admit Card Release Date: 1 November 2025
- Exam Date: 9 November 2025
- Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 3 Hours (180 minutes)
- Result Declaration: To be announced on AIIMS website
How to Download AIIMS INI CET Admit Card 2026
Follow the step-by-step process below to download your admit card easily:
- Visit the official AIIMS website, aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Click on the link labelled “Academic Courses” and select INI-CET (MD/MS/M.Ch/DM/MDS) January 2026.
- Enter your Candidate ID, Password, and Captcha Code.
- Click on the “Login” or “Submit” button.
- Your AIIMS INI CET January 2026 Admit Card will appear on the screen.
- Download it and take a printout for the examination day.
Note: Candidates must carry a printed copy of their admit card along with a valid photo ID (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driving Licence, or Passport) to the exam centre.
Details Mentioned on AIIMS INI CET Admit Card 2026
After downloading, check all details carefully. Any discrepancy must be immediately reported to AIIMS authorities.
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number / Application Number
- Date of Birth
- Category (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS)
- Photograph and Signature
- Exam Date and Time
- Reporting and Gate Closing Time
- Name and Address of the Exam Centre
- Exam Centre Code
- Course Applied (MD/MS/M.Ch/DM/MDS)
- AIIMS Official Seal and Controller of Examination’s Signature
- Exam-related Instructions and Health Guidelines (if applicable)
AIIMS INI CET January 2026 Exam Pattern: Know the Format Before You Appear
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of Examination | Computer-Based Test (Online) |
| Duration | 3 Hours (180 Minutes) |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Medium | English |
| Subjects Covered | Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical and Clinical Subjects |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct answer, -⅓ for incorrect answer, 0 for unattempted |
| Exam Level | Postgraduate (MD/MS/M.Ch/DM/MDS) |
| Conducting Body | AIIMS, New Delhi |
Tip: Accuracy matters! Since there’s negative marking, avoid random guessing.
AIIMS INI CET January 2026 Syllabus: Topics to Cover
The AIIMS INI CET syllabus is based on the MBBS/BDS curriculum prescribed by the Medical Council of India.
- Pre-Clinical Subjects
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Para-Clinical Subjects
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Microbiology
- Forensic Medicine
- Community Medicine (SPM)
- Clinical Subjects
- Medicine (including Psychiatry, Dermatology, and Venereology)
- Surgery (including Orthopaedics, Anaesthesia, and Radiology)
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Paediatrics
- Ophthalmology
- Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
Important Instructions for AIIMS INI CET 2026 Candidates
- Reach the exam centre at least one hour before reporting time.
- Carry a printed admit card and photo ID proof.
- Electronic devices, smart watches, calculators, and study materials are strictly prohibited.
- Follow all health and COVID-19 protocols (if applicable).
- Read the exam instructions carefully before attempting questions.
Final Advice for Aspirants
The AIIMS INI CET 2026 is a highly competitive exam that opens doors to India’s most reputed medical institutions. Candidates should revise high-yield topics from all three subject sections, practise previous-year papers, and take mock tests regularly.
Once the admit card link goes live, visit aiimsexams.ac.in immediately to download it and verify all details.
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