INI CET: Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test 2025

Overview

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi holds the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET) for admission into the Post Graduate Medical Courses such as MD, MS, DM, MCh, MDS at different All India Institutes of Medical Sciences. As it is a gateway exam to AIIMS institutes, JIPMER Puducherry, PGI Chandigarh, NIMHANS Bengaluru and SCTIMST Trivandrum, the exam is conducted twice a year, in January and July.

Important Dates and Schedule

Event	Date
Open Round Counselling Registration & Choice Filling	January 24 – January 31, 2025
Open Round Seat Allotment Result	February 21, 2025
Open Round Institute Reporting & Admission Confirmation	February 22 – February 28, 2025
Round-2 Seat Allotment Result	January 8, 2025
Round-2 Reporting	January 13, 2025
Round-1 Reporting	December 20 – December 24, 2024
Exam Date	November 10, 2024
Result Declaration	November 16, 2024

Highlights

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET)
Conducting Authority	AIIMS Delhi
Exam Level	Postgraduate (National)
Exam Frequency	Twice a year (January & July)
Mode of Examination	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Courses Offered	MD, MS, DM, MCh, MDS
Exam Fees	INR 4,000 (General); INR 3,200 (SC/ST)

Counselling

The open round counselling schedule for INI CET 2025 January session is released by AIIMS Delhi. In the case of counselling process there are four rounds namely mock, round 1, round 2 and open round.

Seat Matrix

A total of 1,479 seats are available for the January 2025 session. The institute-wise seat matrix is as follows:

Institute	Total Seats
AIIMS New Delhi	223
AIIMS Bhopal	92
AIIMS Bhubaneswar	58
AIIMS Jodhpur	86
AIIMS Nagpur	45
AIIMS Patna	42
AIIMS Rishikesh	78

Cutoff

The cutoff is the minimum percentile required to qualify for counselling.

Category-wise Qualifying Cutoff

Category	Minimum Percentile
General	50
OBC/SC/ST	45

Previous Year Cutoff Trends

Category	Round-1 MD/MS/MCh/DM	Round-2 MD/MS/MCh/DM
UR	8,932	13,058
OBC	15,662	26,181
SC	30,572	31,709
ST	31,978	30,970
EWS	27,162	23,951

INI CET 2025 Result

The result of this INI CET 2025 January session was announced on November 16, 2024 via website in PDF format on the official website of AIIMS. Roll number, category, percentile, and rank are mentioned in the merit list of the candidates. It is the candidates who are qualified that are allowed for the counselling process..

Exam Analysis

Students found the INI CET 2025 exam moderately difficult. The question distribution was:

60% difficult
20% moderate
20% easy

Most questions were clinical and covered subjects such as Anatomy, Pathology, Pharmacology, Medicine, and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Admit Card

The admit card for INI CET 2025 was released on November 4, 2024. It contains:

Official Site of INI CET 2025 : CLICK HERE

Candidate’s details
Exam center details
Exam schedule
Important instructions

INI CET 2025 Exam Centers

The list of test cities is provided in the information brochure. Candidates must carry their admit card and valid ID proof to the exam center.

INI CET 2025 Question Paper & Answer Key

The question paper and answer key are not released by the AIIMS officially. But coaches institutes offer memory based solution, which assists the candidate to understand their performance.

INI CET 2025 Exam Pattern

Mode: Computer-based test
Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
Number of Questions: 200
Type: Objective (MCQs)
Marking Scheme:
- Correct Answer: +1
- Incorrect Answer: -1/3
- Unanswered: 0

INI CET 2025 Syllabus

The syllabus is based on the MBBS curriculum and is divided into the following sections:

Pre-Clinical Phase

Anatomy
Biochemistry
Physiology

Para-Clinical Phase

Pharmacology
Pathology
Microbiology
Forensic Medicine

Clinical Phase

Medicine
Surgery
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Pediatrics
Ophthalmology
ENT

INI CET 2025 Preparation Tips

Follow the latest exam pattern and syllabus
Create a study plan that covers all subjects strategically
Practice previous year question papers and mock tests
Give special attention to clinical concepts
Time management is key; focus on weaker areas

Recommended Colleges for INI CET Aspirants

Below are some of the top colleges preferred by INI CET aspirants:

Top INI CET Colleges

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), Puducherry
NIMHANS, Bangalore
SCTIMST, Thiruvananthapuram

Other Popular Medical Colleges

Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences, KIIT, Bhubaneswar
- Courses Offered: 19
- Fees: ₹18.75 L – ₹69 L
School of Medical Sciences and Research (SMSR), Sharda University, Greater Noida
- Courses Offered: 14
- Fees: ₹29.31 L – ₹76.22 L
A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Mangalore
- Courses Offered: 16
- Fees: ₹3.09 L – ₹37.92 L
Sharda University, Greater Noida
- Courses Offered: 14
- Fees: ₹29.31 L – ₹76.22 L
Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur
- Courses Offered: 230
- Fees: ₹36K – ₹49.09 L
Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya
- Courses Offered: 15
- Fees: ₹3.09 L – ₹21.42 L
Rama University, Hapur
- Courses Offered: 8
- Fees: ₹61.89 L
Akash Group of Institutions, Bangalore
- Courses Offered: 10
- Fees: ₹5.71 L – ₹21.42 L
Government Medical College, Kolkata
- Courses Offered: 20
- Fees: Not Available
NRI Institute of Medical Sciences, Visakhapatnam

Courses Offered: 11
Fees: ₹1.84 L – ₹12.96 L

INI CET 2025 Counselling Process

Candidates who qualify for the exam and meet the cutoff are eligible for counselling.
AIIMS releases a merit list and candidates are allotted seats based on ranks.
The counselling process involves choice filling, document verification, and seat allotment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is a good score in INI CET?
A: A good score depends on the competition and varies each year. Generally, a score above 75 percentile is considered safe for top institutes.

Q: Is there a limit on attempts for INI CET?
A: No, candidates can attempt INI CET multiple times.

Q: What is the PAAR facility for INI CET?
A: PAAR (Prospective Applicants Advanced Registration) is a two-step process that simplifies registration.

Q: Can I apply for INI CET if I complete my internship after January 31, 2025?
A: No, candidates must complete their internship before the deadline to be eligible.

The instruction gives INI CET 2025 all the necessary details. Get notified about AIIMS for GP, follow a planned preparation way to secure admission into the best medical colleges.

Conclusion

INI CET 2025 January is an important medical entrance exam for post grad students to engineering admissions to AIIMS and other prestigious institutions. Candidates should read all the official notifications to ensure that they are fully informed and then participate enthusiastically in the counseling process to get seat in their intended institute.