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AIIMS Delhi admits students in 2026 only through merit lists based on national entrance exams and centralized counselling. MBBS admission is through NEET UG and MCC counselling, while MD and MS admission is through INI-CET. The MBBS total tuition fee shown in the peer comparison is INR 5,356, and the annual tuition mentioned for AIIMS New Delhi is INR 1,628.
All 132 MBBS seats at AIIMS New Delhi are filled under the 100 percent All India Quota. AIIMS conducts separate counselling for its PG and super-specialty courses, so MCC does not handle MD, MS, DM, MCh or other AIIMS postgraduate allotments.
- MBBS through NEET UG 2026: The answer key and result stages have been handled through the NTA process, and MBBS counselling is being conducted through MCC.
- DM/MCh, 3-year, through INI-SS: The Round 1 seat allocation result has been released.
- MD/MS through INI-CET: Round 1 and Round 2 seat allocation stages have been released, and acceptance and reporting are handled as per AIIMS counselling rules.
- B.Sc Nursing (Hons) and Paramedical: AIIMS conducts separate entrance and counselling steps for Nursing and Paramedical admissions.
- AIIMS New Delhi is an Institute of National Importance. Its 132 MBBS seats are fully under the All India Quota.
- AIIMS New Delhi manages counselling for PG and super-specialty courses on its own. MCC is not involved in AIIMS PG or super-specialty admission.
- B.Sc (Hons) Nursing at AIIMS New Delhi is offered only to female candidates.
- 7 supernumerary Foreign National MBBS seats are allotted separately through MCC.
- PhD admission is held twice every year, once for the January session and once for the July session, through a Computer-Based Test.
AIIMS Delhi Admission Portal 2026: aiimsexams.ac.in
AIIMS Delhi does not provide admission through management quota or NRI quota.
AIIMS Delhi Admission 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Reporting | September 12 to 18, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Verification of Joined Candidates Data and Sharing of Data by MCC | September 19, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix | September 21, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Registration and Payment | September 22 to 27, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Choice Filling and Locking | September 23 to 28, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Processing of Seat Allotment | September 28 to 29, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Result | September 30, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Reporting | October 1 to 9, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Verification of Joined Candidates Data and Sharing of Data by MCC | October 10, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Online Stray Vacancy Round Registration and Payment | October 12 to 14, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Online Stray Vacancy Round Choice Filling and Locking | October 12 to 15, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Online Stray Vacancy Round Processing of Seat Allotment | October 15 to 16, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Online Stray Vacancy Round Result | October 17, 2026 |
| MCC NEET UG 2026 Online Stray Vacancy Round Reporting | October 19 to 26, 2026 |
| AIIMS B.Sc (Hons) Nursing Open Round Seat Allotment Result | September 19, 2026 |
| AIIMS B.Sc Allied and Health Care Courses Open Round Result | September 23, 2026 |
| AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Open Round Online Acceptance and Reporting | September 24 to 28, 2026 |
| AIIMS Delhi PhD January 2027 Session Next Application Window | December 2026 (Tentative) |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
AIIMS Delhi UG Admission 2026
AIIMS Delhi offers UG admission mainly through MBBS, B.Sc (Hons) Nursing, Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing and Paramedical courses. MBBS uses NEET UG and MCC counselling, while Nursing and Paramedical admission is based on AIIMS entrance exams. NEET UG is not needed for B.Sc Nursing or Paramedical admission at AIIMS New Delhi.
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Admission 2026
MBBS admission at AIIMS New Delhi depends only on NEET UG rank. MCC allots the 132 MBBS seats through centralized counselling. AIIMS has not held a separate MBBS entrance exam since 2019-20. The General category cutoff has remained one of the tightest in India, with recent MCC counselling closing between AIR 47 to 53.
- General category admission has closed between AIR 47 to 53 in recent MCC counselling rounds.
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Category | Minimum PCB Marks (Class 12) | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR/EWS) | 50% | Pass Class 12 or equivalent with PCB/Biotechnology and English separately, and qualify NEET UG |
| SC / ST / OBC | 40% | |
| PwD (General/UR-EWS) | 45% | |
| Foreign Board Candidates | 50% |
- AIIMS Delhi MBBS seat distribution is UR 55, OBC 32, SC 18, ST 9, EWS 11, and Foreign Nationals 7. The total is 132 seats.
- There is no upper age limit for MBBS admission at AIIMS New Delhi.
- Students appearing in the final year of 10+2 can take NEET UG, but admission is confirmed only after they pass the qualifying exam.
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Selection Criteria 2026
AIIMS Delhi selects MBBS students only through NEET UG rank. MCC prepares category-wise merit lists and allots seats through an online preference-based system.
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Closing Ranks 2025
- General: AIR 48
- OBC: AIR 206 to 207
- EWS: AIR 254
- SC: AIR 644
- ST: AIR 1405
- AIIMS New Delhi does not conduct an interview, group discussion or extra test for MBBS admission.
- Candidates enter their institute choices on mcc.nic.in. Placing AIIMS Delhi high in the preference list can improve allotment chances.
Note: The General category closing rank at AIIMS Delhi has stayed between AIR 47 to 53 for the last 3 years. Students targeting AIIMS Delhi should aim for a NEET score of 715 or above. Filling AIIMS Delhi as the first MCC choice is advised.
How to Apply for MBBS at AIIMS Delhi?
- Register for NEET UG on neet.nta.nic.in and fill out the application form.
- Take NEET UG on the scheduled date and download the scorecard after the result.
- Use the NEET roll number and rank to register for counselling on mcc.nic.in.
- Pay the MCC counselling registration fee before the deadline.
- Fill and lock institute preferences, keeping AIIMS New Delhi among the top choices.
- Check the allotment result on mcc.nic.in and accept the allotted seat within the given time.
- Join AIIMS New Delhi on the reporting date with original documents.
AIIMS Delhi B.Sc Nursing and Paramedical Admission 2026
AIIMS New Delhi conducts its own entrance tests for B.Sc (Hons) Nursing and Paramedical courses. The institute offers 96 B.Sc Nursing seats for female candidates and more than 170 Paramedical seats across different specialities.
AIIMS Delhi B.Sc Nursing and Paramedical Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Programme | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
B.Sc (Hons) Nursing | Only female candidates can apply. They must pass 10+2 with PCB and English, with 55% marks for Gen/OBC/EWS or 50% for SC/ST. Minimum age is 17 years by December 31, 2026. | AIIMS B.Sc Nursing entrance exam merit |
Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing | GNM diploma from an INC-recognised institute. Registration as RN and RM with any State Nursing Council. | AIIMS Post-Basic Nursing exam merit |
Paramedical Courses | 10+2 with PCB/PCM and English, with at least 50% for Gen/OBC/EWS or 45% for SC/ST. Minimum age is 17 years by December 31, 2026. | AIIMS Paramedical entrance exam merit |
AIIMS Delhi B.Sc Nursing and Paramedical Selection Criteria 2026
B.Sc (Hons) Nursing and Paramedical seats are allotted on entrance exam merit. Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing also includes an interview or assessment stage.
- Paramedical: 90 multiple-choice questions, 90 marks and 90 minutes.
- B.Sc (Hons) Nursing: 100 multiple-choice questions, 100 marks and 120 minutes, which is 2 hours.
- B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic): 90 minutes duration.
- One-third mark is deducted for each wrong answer in these exams. No mark is cut for questions not attempted.
- B.Sc Nursing (Hons) seats at AIIMS Delhi are UR 37, OBC 25, SC/ST 20, EWS 9 and PwBD 5. The total is 96 seats.
- The final category-wise merit list is published on aiimsexams.ac.in.
- AIIMS New Delhi directly conducts counselling and final seat allotment.
Note: AIIMS B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic) has a personal interview or assessment stage carrying 30 marks along with the written exam. No interview is held for B.Sc (Hons) Nursing and Paramedical admission.
How to Apply for B.Sc Nursing and Paramedical at AIIMS Delhi?
- Register on aiimsexams.ac.in during the announced registration window.
- Pay the application fee online and upload the required documents with the form.
- Download the admit card from the official portal before the exam.
- Appear for the AIIMS Nursing or Paramedical entrance test on the given date.
- Check the result and merit rank on aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Join AIIMS counselling and report to AIIMS Delhi with original certificates if a seat is allotted.
AIIMS Delhi PG Medical Admission 2026
AIIMS Delhi PG admission covers MD, MS, MDS, DM (6-year) and MCh (6-year) through INI-CET. The institute has 192 PG seats, which is the highest among all INIs in India. AIIMS counselling is separate from MCC counselling.
For 3-year DM and MCh super-specialty courses, students must take INI-SS and then participate in AIIMS counselling. NEET SS and MCC are not used for AIIMS Delhi PG or super-specialty admission.
AIIMS Delhi PG Medical Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Programme | Eligibility Criteria | Admission Route |
|---|---|---|
| MD / MS / MDS / DM (6-year) / MCh (6-year) | MBBS or BDS degree with NMC/DCI registration, at least 55% for Gen/EWS/OBC or 50% for SC/ST, and completed internship or internship completion within 30 days of the exam. | INI-CET + AIIMS counselling |
| DM / MCh (3-year) | MD/MS or an equivalent PG degree in the relevant specialty recognised by NMC, with the marks required for INI-SS. | INI-SS + AIIMS counselling |
AIIMS Delhi PG Medical Selection Criteria 2026
INI-CET rank is the only basis for AIIMS Delhi PG selection. A 200-point Roster Model is used to decide the order of institute and subject allotment.
- INI-CET is a Computer-Based Test with 200 questions, 200 marks and 180 minutes.
- Qualifying percentile is 50% for General/EWS, 45% for OBC and 40% for SC, ST and PwD.
- For a tie, the candidate with fewer wrong answers is ranked higher. If the tie remains, the older candidate is preferred.
Key point: INI-SS and NEET SS are different exams. AIIMS New Delhi DM and MCh super-specialty seats are allotted only to INI-SS qualified candidates through AIIMS counselling. NEET SS score is not accepted for AIIMS Delhi super-specialty admission.
How to Apply for PG Admission at AIIMS Delhi?
- Register for INI-CET on aiimsexams.ac.in within the notified window.
- Pay the application fee online while completing registration.
- Download the admit card and take INI-CET on the exam date.
- Check the result and rank on aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Register for counselling and join the mock choice-filling round.
- Lock institute and subject choices during the Round 1 choice-filling period.
- Accept the allotment and either report with original documents or deposit INR 3,00,000 within the given deadline.
AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
AIIMS New Delhi offers PhD admission in January and July sessions. Medical and non-medical postgraduates can apply across more than 30 departments. Every PhD applicant has to go through a Computer-Based Test conducted by AIIMS.
AIIMS Delhi PhD Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Applicant Type | Qualifying Degree | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Graduates | MBBS or BDS with NMC or DC registration. MD, MS, MDS, DM or MCh in a relevant discipline is also accepted. | 55% aggregate in the qualifying degree |
| Non-Medical Postgraduates | MSc except Nursing, MTech, BAMS or BHMS in a field related to the department applied for. | 60% aggregate in the qualifying degree |
AIIMS Delhi PhD Selection Criteria 2026
AIIMS Delhi PhD selection has 3 stages. It is not decided only by the CBT score.
- Stage 1, aptitude for 30 marks, and Stage 2, subject-specific for 40 marks, together form a 90-minute CBT of 70 marks.
- Shortlisted candidates appear for Stage 3, which is a departmental clinical, practical or lab-based assessment for 20 marks.
- The final merit list is prepared using the combined score of Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3, along with category.
- GATE or NET score is not required.
- Final seat allotment depends on supervisor and project capacity in each department.
- Reservation is followed as per central government rules for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwD categories.
How to Apply for PhD at AIIMS Delhi?
- Visit aiimsexams.ac.in during the application window for the January or July session.
- Choose the department and PhD specialisation from the available options.
- Upload degree certificates, mark sheets and NMC or DC registration proof.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form before the deadline.
- Download the admit card and take the CBT on the announced date.
- Check the result on aiimsexams.ac.in and follow the reporting instructions if selected.
AIIMS Delhi Admission Peer Comparison
The table compares AIIMS New Delhi, JIPMER Puducherry and MAMC New Delhi for MBBS admission. NEET toppers often compare these institutes while filling choices.
| Particulars | AIIMS New Delhi | JIPMER Puducherry | MAMC New Delhi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance Exam | NEET UG | NEET UG | NEET UG |
| Counselling Body | MCC (100% AIQ) | MCC (100% AIQ) | MCC for 15% AIQ; DGHS Delhi for 85% state quota |
| Domicile Requirement | None (all-India) | None (UT institution) | Delhi domicile for 85% state quota seats |
| Total MBBS Seats | 132 | 182 | 250 |
| Total Tuition Fee | INR 5,356 | INR 35,075 | INR 14,125 |
| NEET AIR 2025 (General) | 48 | 258 | 103 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Note: AIIMS New Delhi is the most competitive among these 3 institutes because its NEET UG closing rank is the lowest. JIPMER Puducherry is less competitive than AIIMS but remains highly selective. MAMC New Delhi gives an advantage to Delhi domicile candidates through its 85% state quota, while the remaining 15% seats are filled through MCC All India Quota counselling.
AIIMS Delhi Scholarships
AIIMS New Delhi students can apply for government and institutional scholarships. Since the annual tuition fee is INR 1,628, AIIMS is already among the most affordable medical colleges in India. The available scholarship options include:
- Top Class Scholarship for SC and ST: This scholarship covers tuition and living expenses at premier institutions such as AIIMS. Applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- PM-YASASVI Scholarship: OBC, EWS and DNT students can apply for support for annual educational expenses through the National Scholarship Portal.
- AIIMSONIANS Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: Students with academic merit and financial need can receive INR 10,000 per year from the AIIMS alumni trust.
- INSPIRE Fellowship (PhD): PhD scholars can receive INR 80,000 per year. The Department of Science and Technology awards it to top performers in science and medical research.
- AIIMS Research Travel Grants: Students presenting research at national or international conferences can receive INR 20,000 to INR 80,000. Applications are made through the student's department.
AIIMS Delhi Admission FAQs
Ques. What NEET UG rank range should a General category student target for AIIMS Delhi MBBS?
Ans. General category students usually need a NEET AIR between 47 and 53, based on 2024 to 2025 MCC counselling data. OBC closing rank has been AIR 186 to 255, EWS has been AIR 200 to 260, SC has been AIR 600 to 750, and ST has been AIR 1,400 to 1,800.
Ques. Is direct or paid-seat admission available at AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. No. AIIMS New Delhi has no management quota and no NRI quota for any course. MBBS admission to all 132 seats is through NEET UG merit and MCC counselling only. There is no direct admission option.
Ques. How much does MBBS cost at AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. AIIMS New Delhi charges an annual tuition fee of INR 1,628. Hostel charges are INR 3,728, including security deposit. Mess charges are paid separately and depend on usage. Students should check the official fee notice on aiimsexams.ac.in for the exact current structure.
Ques. Which entrance test is used for AIIMS Delhi MD and MS seats?
Ans. AIIMS New Delhi uses INI-CET for MD, MS, MDS, DM (6-year) and MCh (6-year) admission. Counselling is conducted by AIIMS, not MCC. Applicants must have completed an MBBS or BDS degree and must hold NMC or DC registration.
Ques. Do MBBS applicants need Delhi domicile for AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. No. AIIMS New Delhi is an Institute of National Importance, and all 132 MBBS seats are under the 100 percent All India Quota. Students from any Indian state can compete for AIIMS Delhi MBBS seats through NEET UG.
Ques. Does B.Sc Nursing admission at AIIMS Delhi use NEET UG?
Ans. No. AIIMS New Delhi conducts its own AIIMS B.Sc Nursing entrance exam. For B.Sc (Hons) Nursing, only female candidates are eligible. They must pass 10+2 with PCB and English and need at least 55% marks in the General category. AIIMS Delhi has 96 B.Sc Nursing seats.
Ques. Who can apply for PhD admission at AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. Medical graduates with MBBS or BDS and 55% marks can apply. Candidates with MD, MS, MDS, DM or MCh are also eligible. Non-medical applicants need MSc, MTech, BAMS or BHMS with 60% marks. GATE or NET is not needed. Selection has 3 stages: Stage I aptitude for 30 marks, Stage II subject-specific for 40 marks, and Stage III departmental assessment for 20 marks. Admission is held in January and July sessions.
Ques. Can NEET SS be used for AIIMS Delhi DM or MCh admission?
Ans. No. For 3-year DM and MCh super-specialty courses at AIIMS Delhi, candidates must qualify INI-SS conducted by AIIMS. NEET SS is used for non-INI institutions and is followed by MCC counselling. AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER and PGIMER Chandigarh use INI-SS only, so a NEET SS score cannot be used for AIIMS Delhi super-specialty admission.
Ques. Are Foreign National students allotted MBBS seats at AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. Yes. AIIMS New Delhi has 7 supernumerary MBBS seats for Foreign National candidates. These seats are allotted separately through MCC. Candidates must satisfy NEET UG eligibility or an equivalent standard recognised by the National Medical Commission.
Ques. What is the PG seat intake for AIIMS Delhi through INI-CET?
Ans. AIIMS New Delhi offers 192 PG seats for the INI-CET July 2026 session, the highest among all Institutes of National Importance. These seats cover more than 50 MD and MS specialties. Candidates must qualify INI-CET and register for AIIMS counselling on aiimsexams.ac.in.
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