Candidates seeking admission to reputed institutions such as JPIMER, AIIMS, etc., for postgraduate medical courses must first clear the INI-CET exam. Several candidates apply for this exam every year. INI-CET registration and application procedures are entirely online, and candidates must carefully check all fields when applying.

Even a minor error in the application procedure can lead to rejection of your form. Thus, candidates should understand the application procedure in detail and also meet the eligibility criteria to proceed. Keep reading to know more about the INI-CET eligibility criteria, application procedure, and fee structure of INI-CET.

Who is Eligible for INI-CET Registration 2026?

Before applying for the INI-CET exam, candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria. It includes a valid MBBS or BDS degree from a recognised institute; completion of a mandatory 12-month internship; provisional or permanent registration with NMC, MCI, or DCI; and a minimum of 55% and 50% for general and SC/ST categories, respectively. 

Candidates should meet the eligibility criteria before applying for INI-CET registration or filling out the form. If they do not meet the eligibility criteria, they will be disqualified. So, here are the criteria that an eligible candidate should fulfil:

• Qualification

Candidates should have a valid MBBS degree from a reputable institute or university recognised by the NMC (National Medical Commission). Those who are applying for the MDS program should have a BDS degree from an institution recognised by the DCI (Dental Council of India).

• Internship

Candidates should have completed a 12-month mandatory rotating internship or practical training. The official INI CET PG 2026 announcement for 2026 sessions will specify the deadline by which the internship must be finished. For instance, the deadline may be set around September 31, 2025, for the November 2026 session. Applicants must show proof that they have finished their internship before the deadline.

• Registration 

Candidates applying for INI-CET should have registered with NMC (National Medical Commission), MCI (Medical Council of India), DCI (Dental Council of India), or a State Medical or Dental Council. Although provisional registration will be accepted during the application period, permanent registration is required for counselling or admission.

• Minimum Marks

General, EWS, or OCI candidates should have secured an aggregate of 55% marks in MBBS or BDS examinations to become eligible for INI-CET registration. For SC/ST candidates, it is 50%, and PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) should have secured an aggregate of 50% marks across all categories.

• Age Limit

Like most of the postgraduate medical entrance examinations in India, INI-CET does not include any upper age limit.

• Nationality

Indian citizens as well as OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) are eligible for the exam. Besides, foreign nationals can also apply for the examination by fulfilling specific procedures and criteria, which involve sponsorships and nominations. They are not allowed for the entrance examination. Their selection is made based on the recommendations and academic records.

How to Apply for INI-CET Registration 2026?

Candidates can apply for the INI-CET registration in a few easy steps. First, they need to complete the one-time registration process by entering personal details on the AIIMS portal. After successful registration, they need to fill out the application form and select the exam city. Next, they need to pay the fee and take a printout of the confirmation page after submission of the application form.

Here are the steps to follow for INI-CET registration and application:

Step 1: One-time Registration

Log in to the AIIMS portal and enter your personal details, upload a scanned signature, photo, thumb impression, etc., to complete the registration procedure.

Step 2: Registration Status Check

AIIMS will accept the registration after verification. In case of rejection, you need to rectify the errors within the provided correction window.

Step 3: Complete the Application Form

Fill out the application form and provide your academic and internship details, along with any other necessary information. Before submitting, cross-check all the entries to ensure accuracy.

Step 4: Select Examination Centre

Choose your preferred cities in priority order where you can take the exam. It will appear after you have completed the form.

Step 5: Fee Payment

Pay the application fee using a credit card, debit card, or net banking as per your preference. Once the payment is successfully made, your application will be completed.

Step 6: Submission and Printout

Now click the submit option, and the confirmation page will appear. Download the page and take a printout of the admission procedure for future reference.

What are the Fee Structure for INI-CET Registration?

The fee structure for INI-CET registration varies depending on the candidate’s category. General and OBC candidates need to pay Rs.4,000, SC/ST/OBC candidates need to pay Rs.3,200, and for PwBD candidates, the application is free of cost.

The authorities have decided a fixed application fee for the INI-CET exam, based on the candidate’s category. The table below shows the fee structure for each category:

Category	Application Fee (in Rupees)
PwBD	Nil
SC, ST, or EWS	3,200
General or OBC	4,000

Note: Before paying the fee, confirm it with the official sources. 

What are the Documents Required for INI-CET Registration?

When applying for INI-CET registration, candidates must provide a few documents. This includes an MBBS or BDS degree certificate, an internship certificate, a registration certificate, valid ID proof, a category certificate, and an OCI card. They also need to upload their recent photographs, signature, and thumb impression. 

Here is the list of all the documents required for INI-CET registration:

• Certificate of MBBS or BDS degree
• Recent passport-size photograph, left thumb impression, signature
• Certificate of internship completion
• Registration certificate
• OCI card (if required)
• Category certificate (if required)
• NOC (No Objection Certificate) for foreign nationalists
• Certificate of sponsorship (for sponsored candidates only)
• Valid ID proof
• FMGE certificate (if applicable)

FAQs about INI-CET Registration

1. What are the requirements to apply for the 2026 AIIMS INI CET?

Candidates must complete their internship by November 30, 2025, and hold an MBBS degree from an MCI-accredited college. If their internship is finished by this date, final-year students are also eligible to apply. There’s no age restriction. An equivalency certificate is necessary for foreign nationals.

2. What documents are needed for INI-CET registration?

A recent passport-sized photo, a scanned signature, an internship completion certificate, an MBBS degree or provisional certificate, a valid category certificate (if applicable), a PwBD certificate (if applicable), and a valid government ID must all be uploaded by candidates.

3. How can I apply for the 2026 AIIMS INI CET?

Candidates must go to aiimsexams.ac.in, select “Academic Courses,” fill out the basic registration form with personal information, upload a passport-sized photo, signature, and thumb impression, create an Exam Unique Code (EUC) upon acceptance, complete the final application form, pay the registration fee, and save the confirmation slip.

4. What is the AIIMS INI CET 2026 reservation policy?

15% of seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribe (ST), 27% for OBC-NCL, 10% for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and 5% for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in all categories. The remaining are for the general categories.

5. How much is the AIIMS INI CET 2026 application fee?

For General and OBC applicants, the fee is INR 4,000; for SC, ST, and EWS applicants, it is INR 3,200; and for PwBD applicants, there is no fee.

Conclusion

Candidates applying for the INI-CET exam should have a complete understanding of the application procedure to avoid future hassles. However, before INI-CET registration, candidates should prepare themselves for the examination.

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