The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has opened the registration window for the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI-CET) January 2026 session. Eligible candidates can now apply online through the official portal: aiimsexams.ac.in. The INI-CET is conducted for admission to postgraduate medical courses, including MD, MS, DM (6 years), MCh (6 years), and MDS programmes across AIIMS institutions and other leading medical institutes such as JIPMER Puducherry, PGIMER Chandigarh, NIMHANS Bengaluru, and SCTIMST Trivandrum.
AIIMS INI CET January 2026: Important Dates
The key dates for the INI CET January 2026 session have been officially announced by AIIMS.
AIIMS INI CET January 2026: Documents Required
Candidates must ensure they upload valid and updated documents during the registration process:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Certificate for the financial year 2025–26
- EWS Category: Income and asset certificate issued between April 1 and October 21, 2025
- SC/ST/Other Reserved Categories: Valid supporting certificates
Failure to upload the correct documents will lead to application rejection.
How to Apply for AIIMS INI CET January 2026?
Applicants can complete the INI CET January 2026 registration in the following steps:
- Visit aiimsexams.ac.in
- Click on “Academic Courses” → “INI-CET (MD/MS/MCh/DM) January 2026”
- Complete basic registration by entering personal details, contact information, and uploading a photograph & signature
- Fill in educational qualifications and choose the preferred exam centre
- Upload the required certificates and make the payment
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page
Direct Link to Apply for INI CET 2026
About AIIMS INI CET
The INI CET serves as a common entrance test for admission to postgraduate medical courses at top national institutes. The examination is considered one of the most competitive in the medical field, with thousands of aspirants applying for limited seats every year. Institutes accepting INI CET scores include:
- AIIMS New Delhi and other AIIMS institutes across India
- JIPMER Puducherry
- PGIMER Chandigarh
- NIMHANS Bengaluru
- SCTIMST Trivandrum
The upcoming exam will be conducted on November 9, 2025, for the January 2026 academic session.
