The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) will close registration for the INI CET January 2026 session today, October 21, 2025 . Candidates seeking admission to postgraduate medical courses must complete their applications by 5 PM. The Common Entrance Test (CET) is scheduled for November 9, 2025 . All applicants must visit the official AIIMS examination portal, aiimsexams.ac.in, to register.
The INI CET examination is a unified entrance test. It facilitates admission to Doctor of Medicine (MD), Master of Surgery (MS), Master of Dental Surgery (MDS), Doctorate of Medicine (DM), and Master of Chirurgiae (MCh) courses. These programs are offered across AIIMS institutions and other Institutes of National Importance (INIs) in India. Failure to register by the deadline means exclusion from the January 2026 session.
Key Dates for INI CET January 2026
Candidates must adhere to the following timeline for the INI CET January 2026 session:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration for Application Last Date | October 21, 2025 |
| Status of Registration and Last Date for Correction of Rejected Images / Incorrect Details | October 26, 2025 |
| Final Status of Online Registration and Uploading of Admit Card on AIIMS Website | November 1, 2025 |
| Date of Examination | November 9, 2025 |
INI CET January 2026 Registration Process
The online application involves several specific steps. Candidates should follow these instructions precisely for successful registration:
- 1. One Time Registration (OTR): All applicants must complete the OTR process. This step requires basic personal details. The information provided in OTR establishes a permanent profile. Details submitted here apply to all future AIIMS examinations. OTR details cannot be changed at later stages. Candidates can verify basic information through Digi-Locker, if available.
- 2. Filling the Registration Form: After OTR, candidates proceed to the detailed application form. This section requests educational qualifications, internship experience, and other relevant details. All entries must be accurate.
- 3. Payment of Registration Fees: The specified registration fee must be paid online. Payments must be completed within the designated dates. Applications without fee payment are considered incomplete and will not be processed.
- 4. Uploading Images: Candidates must upload a recent passport-size photograph, a signature, and a thumb impression. Each image file must meet AIIMS’s specific format and size requirements. Incorrect image formats or sizes will lead to rejection. Rejected images must be corrected by the stated deadline.
- 5. Final Submission: Before final submission, candidates must thoroughly review all entered information. Any discrepancies or errors can lead to registration rejection. Once submitted, the application form is locked, and further changes are not possible.
Important Reminders for Applicants
Accurate information is required throughout the application process. Candidates whose registration details or uploaded images are rejected must correct them by October 26, 2025 . Uncorrected rejected details will result in disqualification from the examination. The final status of registration will be made available by November 1, 2025 . On this date, admit cards will also be uploaded to the AIIMS website.
Applicants must download and print their admit cards. The admit card is mandatory for examination hall entry on November 9, 2025 . Without a valid admit card, candidates will not be permitted to appear for the test.
For all official notifications, detailed guidelines, and to access the direct application link, candidates must refer only to the AIIMS examination website: aiimsexams.ac.in. Relying on unofficial sources for critical dates or application procedures is not advised.