Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program are notably low, with total expenses for the entire 5.5-year course approximately ranging from Rs. 1,650 to Rs. 7,200, inclusive of all costs. Annual tuition fees are often reported at around Rs. 1,080, with other fees, such as hostel registration, adding approximately Rs. 720 each year. A refundable security deposit of Rs.
1,000 is required at enrollment. Hostel charges stand at about Rs. 2,500 for the full duration, accommodating amenities like gym facilities and library access. Electricity fees, if charged, are minimal, with figures quoted as Rs. 3 per month. For international students, the fee structure significantly differs at Rs. 25 lakhs per year. Scholarships are available, such as merit-cum-means scholarships, and others funded by various educational trusts, although the already minimal fees make them often unnecessary.
Intern stipends range from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000 monthly.
About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
AIIMS Delhi offers 5.5-year MBBS program with 132 seats, including 125 seats for Indian nationals and 7 seats for foreign nationals. Admission is through NEET-UG 2026, with seats filled via MCC AIQ (All India Quota) counselling. The annual academic fee is INR 1,628. Ranked 1st in the NIRF Medical Rankings 2025, AIIMS Delhi is India's highest-ranked medical college.
📋 Admission Status: NEET-UG results out on 16 July 2026, MCC Medical counselling begins 21 July 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Clinical training includes rotations across major medical and surgical specialties at AIIMS Delhi and affiliated teaching centres.
- MBBS program includes a compulsory 12-month rotating internship with postings in AIIMS departments and community health centres.
- MBBS students can participate in ICMR and DBT-funded clinical research projects
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Fees 2026
| Fee Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee (Non-Refundable) | 25 |
| Caution Money (Refundable) | 100 |
| Tuition Fee | 1,350 |
| Laboratory Fee | 90 |
| Student Union Fee | 63 |
| Total Academic Fee | 1,628 |
- Hostel charges of INR 4,228 per year are billed separately from tuition fees.
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Registration | 8 February - 11 March 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Original Exam (Cancelled) | 3 May 2026 |
| NTA Cancellation of NEET UG 2026 | 12 May 2026 |
| Re-NEET UG 2026 Admit Card | 14 June 2026 |
| Re-NEET UG 2026 Exam | 21 June 2026 |
| Re-NEET UG 2026 Result | 16 July 2026 |
| MCC Counselling Registration | Expected July 21, 2026 |
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | Must have completed or will complete 17 years of age on or before 31 December of the admission year. |
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 or equivalent with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as subjects. Candidates who studied Biology as an additional subject are also eligible. |
| Appearing Candidates | Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination may apply, provided they produce proof of passing with the required subjects and minimum marks at the time of admission. |
| Minimum Marks | General/OBC: 60% aggregate in English, Physics, Chemistry & Biology; SC/ST: 50%; PwBD: 45%. |
| Foreign Board Qualification | Candidates with foreign or equivalent qualifications must produce an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) or the concerned Indian university. |
| Foreign Nationals | Must secure at least 60% aggregate in English, Physics, Chemistry & Biology in the qualifying examination and qualify NEET-UG |
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Admission Process
AIIMS Delhi MBBS admission is based solely on NEET UG, followed by MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling. AIIMS Delhi does not conduct a separate entrance exam for MBBS admission.
- Appear for NEET UG and obtain a valid score.
- Meet the AIIMS Delhi cutoff, which typically requires a top All India Rank.
- Register for MCC AIQ counselling after the NEET UG result.
- Fill AIIMS Delhi as your preferred choice during choice filling.
- Complete document verification and pay the admission fee after seat allotment to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- NEET AIR is within the top 200 General category for a near-certain allotment
- Near-zero tuition for a full government MBBS degree is a priority
- Career goal is research-intensive or academic clinical medicine
- Training across 36 speciality departments of a 2,400-bed tertiary hospital matters most
✗ Skip if
- NEET AIR is beyond the top 500 for General category
- Management quota flexibility at a private medical college is preferred
- State-specific medical practice after graduation is the primary objective
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Scholarship 2026
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) | Students meeting merit and income criteria | Annual scholarship through NSP |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC) | SC students | Tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (ST) | ST students | Tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Eligible minority students | Financial assistance through NSP |
| Top Class Education Scheme | Eligible OBC, EBC & DNT students | Tuition fee support and other benefits |
Note: All scholarships are offered under Government of India schemes and can be applied for through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). AIIMS Delhi issues notifications for eligible students from time to time.
As mentioned, AIIMS Delhi offers admission to MBBS program based on NEET rank. AIIMS Delhi NEET Cutoff 2025 rank is 48 for the General category. Further, NEET cutoff rank is 207 for OBC , 644 for SC , 1405 for ST and 254 for EWS category. Check AIIMS Delhi Cutoff
AIIMS Delhi MBBS Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in AIIMS Delhi MBBS Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the AIIMS Delhi MBBS program in 2025 was closed at the 785618 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 398369 across all categories.
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| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 48 | 47 |
| OBC | 206 | 186 |
| SC | 644 | 647 |
| ST | 1405 | 1150 |
| EWS | 254 | 214 |
| GeneralPwD | 4801 | 18603 |
| NRI | 9332 | |
| STPwD | 296155 | 141178 |
| OBCPwD | 230983 | 27356 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, AIIMS Delhi ranks 1 out of 630 colleges in India and 1 in state Delhi NCR for its MBBS program.
- 1 out of 20 under India Today Medical Ranking 2025.
- 1 out of 44 under The Week Medical Ranking 2025.
- 1 out of 50 under NIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
- 1 out of 70 under IIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
- 1 out of 13 under Outlook Medical Ranking 2024.
Read more on AIIMS Delhi Rankings here
AIIMS Delhi MBBS FAQs
Ques. What NEET-UG rank is needed to secure MBBS at AIIMS Delhi in General category?
Ans. General category candidates typically need an All-India Rank below 50 to 60 to secure a seat at AIIMS Delhi MBBS. The closing rank has historically fallen between 47 and 61 across counselling rounds. The exact cutoff shifts each year based on exam difficulty and the number of applicants. Candidates with ranks beyond 100 in General category are unlikely to receive a seat allotment here.
Ques. Does AIIMS Delhi have management quota or NRI quota seats for MBBS?
Ans. No. All 125 MBBS seats for Indian nationals at AIIMS Delhi are filled exclusively through MCC All India Quota counselling. There is no management quota, institutional quota, or NRI quota for MBBS at AIIMS Delhi. The seven seats for foreign nationals are filled through a separate process. There is no option to secure admission outside the merit-based NEET-UG counselling route.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation compulsory for AIIMS Delhi MBBS students?
Ans. Hostel accommodation is not formally compulsory at AIIMS Delhi, but it is strongly recommended. MBBS students are expected to attend early clinical rounds, emergency duties, and late postings at short notice, making on-campus living practically essential. Hostel charges are INR 4,228 per year and are billed separately from tuition. Students who choose to live off campus must arrange all transport on their own.
Ques. What is the monthly internship stipend for MBBS students at AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. AIIMS Delhi MBBS students receive a monthly internship stipend of INR 30,070 during the compulsory 12-month Rotating Medical Internship. No stipend is paid during the first 4.5 years of the MBBS programme.
Ques. What postgraduate career options are available after MBBS from AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. MBBS graduates from AIIMS Delhi typically appear for INI-CET for MD or MS seats at AIIMS and allied institutes, or for NEET-PG for other government and deemed university seats. Other career paths include defence medical services, central government hospital positions, research fellowships, and internationally recognised residency programmes given the institute’s global academic standing.