AIIMS New Delhi has released the INI CET January 2027 notification and the last date to apply is October 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The exam is scheduled for November 1, 2026, for admission to MD, MS, MDS, MCh, DM and MHA programs at Institutes of National Importance.
INI CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test) is a national-level postgraduate entrance exam conducted by AIIMS New Delhi twice a year. The January 2027 session admits students to PG medical and dental programs at AIIMS campuses, JIPMER Puducherry, PGIMER Chandigarh and NIMHANS Bengaluru. Registrations opened on September 16, 2026 under Admission Notice No. 148/2026 and the application window closes today — if you are eligible, apply now before the portal shuts at 5:00 PM.
- Last date to apply: October 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM — portal closes today.
- INI CET January 2027 exam is scheduled for November 1, 2026 (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM).
- Results are expected on November 7, 2026; counselling is expected in December 2026.
- Eligibility requires MBBS/BDS with completed internship and a minimum of 55% for General/OBC/EWS or 50% for SC/ST.
- The exam has 200 MCQs in 3 hours with a negative marking of -1/3 per wrong answer.
| Direct Link to INI CET January 2027 Official Notification (OUT) |
INI CET January 2027 Overview
INI CET is the single gateway for PG medical and dental admissions at all Institutes of National Importance. The January 2027 session is conducted under Admission Notice No. 148/2026 and offers seats across 10 premier institutes including AIIMS New Delhi, JIPMER, PGIMER and NIMHANS. A single exam score covers all participating INIs, making this one of the most efficient routes to a top PG medical seat in India.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | INI CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test) |
| Conducting Body | AIIMS New Delhi |
| Session | January 2027 |
| Admission Notice | No. 148/2026 |
| Level | National |
| Programs Offered | MD, MS, MDS, MCh (6-year), DM (6-year), MHA |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Official Website | aiimsexams.ac.in |
INI CET January 2027 Important Dates
The application window is in its final hours. Registrations close today — October 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM. After submission, you can check your application status between October 17 and 19 and download the admit card on October 26.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Start Date | September 16, 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | October 13, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Status Check Window | October 17–19, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | October 26, 2026 |
| INI CET Exam Date | November 1, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | November 7, 2026 |
| Counselling | December 2026 (expected) |
INI CET January 2027 Eligibility Criteria
You must meet all conditions before filling the form. AIIMS New Delhi verifies all documents during counselling — students found ineligible after selection are disqualified at that stage.
| Program | Degree Required | Minimum Marks in Degree |
|---|---|---|
| MD / MS | MBBS from NMC-recognised college + completed one-year rotating internship | 55% (General/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST) |
| MDS | BDS from DCI-recognised college + completed rotating internship | 55% (General/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST) |
| MCh (6-Year) / DM (6-Year) | MBBS + completed internship (direct integrated super-specialty program) | 55% (General/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST) |
| MHA | MBBS or equivalent medical degree + completed internship | 55% (General/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST) |
- Internship completion is mandatory. Confirm the exact internship cutoff date from the official notification at aiimsexams.ac.in.
- There is no upper age limit for INI CET January 2027.
- Qualifying percentile to be ranked: 50th for General/OBC/EWS and 45th for SC/ST/PwD students.
How to Apply for INI CET January 2027
The application is entirely online at aiimsexams.ac.in. Today is the last day — the portal closes at 5:00 PM on October 13, 2026. Follow the steps below to complete your registration without errors.
- Go to the official website at aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Click on Academic Courses and select INI CET January 2027.
- Register with your email ID and mobile number to create a new account if you have not already done so.
- Log in and fill in all personal, academic and internship details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents: recent photograph, signature, MBBS/BDS degree certificate and internship completion certificate in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee online via net banking, credit/debit card or UPI.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for your records.
After submitting, check your application status on October 17–19, 2026. Your admit card will be available for download on October 26, 2026 from aiimsexams.ac.in.
INI CET January 2027 Exam Pattern
INI CET is a single-session Computer Based Test (CBT) from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Negative marking applies to every wrong answer — be strategic with your attempts.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 hours (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Question Type | Single Best Response MCQs |
| Marks for Correct Answer | +1 |
| Negative Marking | -1/3 per wrong answer |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Language | English |
| Exam Date | November 1, 2026 |
The exam covers all subjects of the MBBS/BDS curriculum — Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical and Clinical subjects. AIIMS New Delhi does not publish a separate INI CET syllabus; prepare from the standard MBBS/BDS curriculum.
INI CET January 2027 Participating Institutes
All 10 Institutes of National Importance listed below accept INI CET scores. The programs and number of seats available vary by institute; your final allotment depends on your rank and the choices you fill during online counselling.
| Institute | Location |
|---|---|
| AIIMS New Delhi | New Delhi |
| AIIMS Bhopal | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| AIIMS Jodhpur | Jodhpur, Rajasthan |
| AIIMS Patna | Patna, Bihar |
| AIIMS Raipur | Raipur, Chhattisgarh |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | Rishikesh, Uttarakhand |
| JIPMER | Puducherry |
| PGIMER | Chandigarh, Punjab |
| NIMHANS | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
INI CET January 2027 FAQs
Ques. What is the last date to apply for INI CET January 2027?
Ans. The last date to apply for INI CET January 2027 is October 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Applications must be submitted online at aiimsexams.ac.in before the portal closes.
Ques. When is the INI CET January 2027 exam date?
Ans. The INI CET January 2027 exam is scheduled for November 1, 2026. It is a single-session Computer Based Test from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Ques. What is the eligibility for INI CET January 2027?
Ans. You must hold an MBBS from an NMC-recognised college with a minimum of 55% (50% for SC/ST) and have completed your one-year rotating internship. For MDS, you need a BDS from a DCI-recognised institution with a completed rotating internship.
Ques. Which institutes accept INI CET January 2027 scores?
Ans. Ten Institutes of National Importance accept INI CET scores: all 7 AIIMS campuses (New Delhi, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Jodhpur, Patna, Raipur, Rishikesh), JIPMER Puducherry, PGIMER Chandigarh and NIMHANS Bengaluru.
Ques. What is the exam pattern for INI CET January 2027?
Ans. INI CET January 2027 has 200 single best response MCQs to be attempted in 3 hours. Each correct answer carries +1 mark and each wrong answer has a penalty of -1/3, for a total of 200 marks.
Ques. When will the INI CET January 2027 result be declared?
Ans. The INI CET January 2027 result is expected on November 7, 2026. Counselling for seat allotment is expected to begin in December 2026.
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