Institute of National Importance – Combined Entrance Test
Gateway to MD, MS, MCh & DM Programs in India
INI-CET is a national-level postgraduate medical entrance exam conducted by AIIMS for admission to MD, MS, MCh, and DM programs at India’s premier Institutes of National Importance.
Exam Level
National
Frequency
Twice a Year
Mode
Computer-Based
Conducted By
AIIMS
About INI-CET
What is INI-CET?
INI-CET is a national-level entrance examination for postgraduate medical admissions. It provides a single gateway to MD/MS and allied courses at Institutes of National Importance. Selection is strictly merit-based through centralized counselling.
Why Take INI-CET?
INI-CET is conducted for PG medical admissions at Institutes of National Importance. It evaluates clinical knowledge and problem-solving skills. The exam replaces multiple institute-level tests. A good score grants access to top medical institutions.
Key Highlights
Single entrance exam for AIIMS and INIs
Accepted by premier medical institutes in India
Merit-based centralized counselling
Covers PG and super-specialty courses
Accepted by premier medical institutes in India
Single entrance exam for AIIMS and INIs
Sectional time limits enforced
2 Lakh+
Approx Candidates
200
Maximum Score
20+
Institutes of National Importance
1,000+
PG & SS Seats
Eligibility Criteria
Mandatory
Educational Qualification
MBBS degree from a recognized medical institution
Mandatory
Internship Requirement
Completion of compulsory rotating internship
Mandatory
Registration Requirement
Valid NMC or State Medical Council registration
Mandatory
Nationality Requirement
Indian nationals, OCI, and eligible foreign candidates can apply
Flexible
Attempts
No limit on the number of attempts for INI-CET
Flexible
Age Limit
No upper age limit is prescribed for INI-CET
Application Process
Visit AIIMS official website
Fill application form
Pay application fee online
Register with email and mobile number
Application Process
Upload required documents
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before starting your application
Recent Passport-Size Photograph
Valid Photo ID
Class 12 Marksheet (or appearing certificate)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Scanned Signature
MBBS Degree / Provisional Certificate
Medical Council Registration
Scribe Request Letter (if required)
Exam Pattern
Understanding the structure and marking scheme
Sections: Clinical & Pre-Clinical Subjects
Skills Tested: Clinical reasoning & diagnosis
Exam Mode: Computer-Based
Marking Scheme: +1 correct, −1/3 incorrect
Total Marks: 200
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Duration: 3 Hours
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Important Dates
Keep note of the important dates regarding the examination.
Registration Opens : Sep–Oct / Mar–Apr
Exam Date : Jan & Jul
Counselling :Feb–Apr / Aug–Oct
Admit Card Release Date : Nov / May
Result Date : Feb / Aug
Preparation
Tips
Strengthen clinical concepts from MBBS
Focus on image-based questions
Revise high-yield topics regularly
Start Prep
Attempt full-length mock tests
Analyze mock test performance
Focus on image-based questions
Focus on image-based questions
Top Colleges
AIIMS New Delhi
PGIMER Chandigarh
JIPMER Puducherry
NIMHANS Bengaluru
AIIMS Bhopal
AIIMS Bhubaneswar
AIIMS Jodhpur
AIIMS Rishikesh
AIIMS Patna
AIIMS Raipur
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