Master of Science [M.Sc]
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 Master of Science [M.Sc]
AIIMS Delhi offers M.Sc programs across 15 specializations in biomedical, nursing, and allied health sciences, each spanning 2 years of full-time study. Total program fees are a uniform INR 2,830 for every specialization. Admission is through the AIIMS MSc Entrance Exam, with 57 seats distributed across all programs.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Round 1 seat allotment was announced on 22 July 2026. Round 2 seat allotment is scheduled for 12 August 2026.
Key Points
- The total 2-year fee is INR 2,830 across all specializations, covering tuition, lab charges, and a refundable caution deposit.
- AIIMS Delhi runs a dedicated MSc CBT separate from INI-CET, testing subject-specific knowledge in each biomedical discipline.
- Nursing MSc specializations are delivered within AIIMS’s functioning tertiary hospital, giving direct bedside clinical exposure at scale.
- M.Sc Medical Anatomy and M.Sc Medical Biochemistry each admit only 6 candidates per year, making them among the most selective science master’s programs in India.
AIIMS Delhi M.Sc Fees 2026
All M.Sc specializations at AIIMS Delhi carry a uniform total fee of INR 2,830 for the two-year duration: tuition INR 1,400, other charges INR 1,330, and a refundable caution deposit of INR 100.
| Course Name | Total Fees |
|---|---|
| M.Sc Medical Anatomy | INR 2,830 |
| M.Sc Medical Biochemistry | INR 2,830 |
| M.Sc Medical Physiology | INR 2,830 |
| M.Sc Medical Pharmacology | INR 2,830 |
| M.Sc Biophysics | INR 2,830 |
| M.Sc Perfusion Technology | INR 2,830 |
| M.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology | INR 2,830 |
| M.Sc Clinical Embryology and Reproductive Biology | INR 2,830 |
| M.Sc Nursing and nursing specializations | INR 2,830 |
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
AIIMS Delhi M.Sc Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opened | April 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 24 April 2026 |
| AIIMS MSc Entrance Exam | 13 June 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 20 June 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling | 14 to 18 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | 22 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Reporting | 27 July to 1 August 2026 |
| Round 2 Allotment | 12 August 2026 |
| Round 2 Reporting | 13 to 21 August 2026 |
- SC/ST/EWS candidates pay a reduced application fee.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- A Bachelor’s degree of at least three years in a relevant science or health discipline with 60% for General, OBC, and EWS candidates and 55% for SC/ST candidates.
- MBBS and BDS holders are eligible with 55% for General and 50% for SC/ST.
- Final-year students may apply provisionally, subject to meeting the marks requirement at admission.
Admission Process
- Register on aiimsexams.ac.in, complete final registration with fee payment, and select an exam city.
- Appear for the AIIMS MSc CBT: 90 MCQs in 90 minutes with negative marking.
- Check the merit list on the portal and proceed to the online seat allocation.
- Submit institute and specialization choices during the Round 1 choice filling window.
- Accept the allotted seat online and report with original documents and a security deposit of INR 1,00,000.
- Unfilled seats are offered in Round 2 using the same choices submitted in Round 1.
AIIMS Delhi M.Sc vs Other Colleges
Here is how AIIMS Delhi M.Sc compares with similar institutions on fees, exams, cutoff, and salary.
| College | Fees | Exams | Cutoff | Salary | CD Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | INR 2,830 | AIIMS MSc Entrance | Rank 2 to 16, General (2026) | Not Disclosed | 4.3/5 |
| PGIMER Chandigarh | 6.4K | GAT-B PGIMER CBT | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | 3.9/5 |
| NIMHANS Bangalore | 24.1K | NIMHANS Entrance | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | 4.0/5 |
| JNU New Delhi | INR 692 | CUET PG GAT-B | CUET PG 52 to 94, General (2026) | Not Disclosed | 3.6/5 |
✓ Opt for this if
- Research exposure inside India’s premier clinical hospital is the goal.
- A total fee under INR 3,000 fits a tight budget.
- A PhD or academic career in biomedical sciences is the next step.
- MBBS or BDS degree and a parallel science master’s is the plan.
- A nursing specialization with real AIIMS-level patient volume is needed.
✗ Skip if
- Industry placement with structured campus recruitment is the priority.
- Flexibility in entrance exam choice beyond the AIIMS MSc CBT is required.
- A program with a published industry-placement record is the preference.
- Relocation to New Delhi full-time is not possible.
AIIMS Delhi M.Sc Scholarships 2026
M.Sc students at AIIMS Delhi can access institutional and government scholarship schemes.
| Scholarship Name | Amount | Eligibility | How to Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMSONIANS Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | INR 10,000 per annum | Merit and income criteria set by AIIMS | AIIMS Academic Section |
| Winnie Sun Scholarship for Girls | Not Disclosed | Female students with merit and financial need | AIIMS Academic Section |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC | As per government norms | Reserved category students within income limits | National Scholarship Portal |
| Central Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | As per government norms | Top 20% in entrance merit with family income INR 2.5 to 8 lakh per annum | National Scholarship Portal |
- Scholarship amounts and criteria are subject to revision each year.
AIIMS Delhi M.Sc FAQs
Ques. How does the AIIMS MSc Entrance Exam differ from INI-CET?
Ans. These are two distinct exams. INI-CET is for MD, MS, and MCh clinical seats at Institutes of National Importance. The AIIMS MSc Entrance Exam is a separate CBT held annually for M.Sc science and nursing programs only. It covers 90 MCQs in 90 minutes from subject-specific syllabi. M.Sc applicants must register for the MSc test, not INI-CET.
Ques. With only 6 seats in Medical Anatomy or Medical Biochemistry, what rank is needed?
Ans. Closing ranks for M.Sc Medical Anatomy at AIIMS Delhi have ranged between rank 2 and 16 across categories in recent cycles. All India candidates share one merit list, so competition is intense. Nursing specializations with more seats close at relatively higher ranks. Choice-filling strategy during counselling matters as much as the rank.
Ques. Can MBBS graduates apply for M.Sc science programs at AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. Yes. MBBS and BDS graduates are eligible and sit the same AIIMS MSc Entrance Exam. General category needs 55% and SC/ST needs 50%. No separate quota exists. Common choices include M.Sc Medical Anatomy, Medical Biochemistry, and Clinical Embryology, which align with undergraduate training and open academic or research pathways.
Ques. What career paths do M.Sc graduates from AIIMS Delhi typically pursue?
Ans. These are research and academic pathways, not industry-placement programs. Graduates pursue PhD programs at AIIMS or other institutions on GATE, CSIR-NET, or ICMR scores. Other routes include research fellow positions in clinical trials, teaching in medical college basic-science departments, and supervisory roles in diagnostic laboratories. Nursing MSc graduates often advance to head nursing roles in tertiary hospitals.
Ques. What happens if the preferred specialization is not allotted in Round 1?
Ans. AIIMS runs a two-round seat allocation process. Round 1 allotment is based on merit and submitted choices. A Round 1 seat can still be upgraded in Round 2, which fills vacated seats using the same original choices. After both rounds, original documents and a security deposit of INR 1,00,000 must be submitted at the allotted campus.
Ques. Does the INR 2,830 total fee cover all costs at AIIMS Delhi?
Ans. The INR 2,830 covers tuition (INR 1,400), other institutional charges (INR 1,330), and a refundable caution deposit (INR 100). Hostel fees, mess charges, and personal living costs in Delhi are billed separately. The academic fee is one of the lowest for any central government postgraduate program at this institutional level.