What is the eligibility criteria for Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research?

Eligibility Criteria Candidates must hold an MBBS degree for MD/MS/DM-6yrs/MCH-6yrs courses and a BDS degree for MDS courses. The degree must be from a university accredited by the National Medical Commission or the Medical Council of India. Candidates must also complete the required 12 months of compulsory rotating internship or practical training on or before 31st January 2026. Minimum Qualifying Marks SC/ST categories: 50% in aggregate OBC/EWS categories: 55% in aggregate

What is the cut-off for Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research?

INI CET 2026 cut-off is the minimum percentile you need to qualify for counselling. The cut-off percentile is set category-wise. General, EWS, Sponsored, and Foreign Nationals: 50th percentile. OBC, SC, ST, and PwD: 45th percentile. Bhutanese Nationals (PGI-Chandigarh only): 45th percentile. The actual cut-off score depends on several factors. These include the total number of candidates who appeared, the number who passed, the difficulty level of the paper, and the total number of seats.

Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research

PGIMER Chandigarh conducts the MSc/MSc MLT Entrance Examination for the January 2026 session, admitting eligible Indian nationals to postgraduate science courses.

Stream: Medical Level: PG Mode: Online (CBT) 14 sections with data

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PGIMER MSc and MSc MLT Entrance 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh will conduct the MSc/MSc MLT entrance examination for the January 2026 session. The application form was released on 4th November 2025. The last date to fill the application form is 21 November, by 11:00 PM.

PGIMER INI CET 2026 Application Process

The INI CET 2026 application form was released on the official website on November 4, 2025. Eligible candidates can complete INI CET 2026 registration till November 21, 2025, till 11 PM. The application process is online and must be completed through the website portal.

To register, visit the website aiimsexams.ac.in and navigate to the INI CET 2026 July session registration section. After clicking on it, a separate window will appear. Click on the new registration option and fill in all the necessary details.

After completing the stage 1 application process, an Exam Unique Code (EUC) will be generated. This code is essential for future purposes.

INI CET 2026 Application Fee

The application fee for General, OBC, Foreign National, and OCI candidates is INR 4000. The fee for SC, ST, and EWS candidates is INR 3200. The fee must be paid via credit card, debit card, or net banking.

INI CET 2026 Exam Pattern

The INI CET 2026 exam will be conducted in online Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The question paper will have objective type questions of varying types, including Single Correct Choice and Multiple Correct Choice questions.

Total questions: 200 MCQs
Marks per correct answer: +1
Deduction for incorrect answer: -1/3
Marks for unattempted question: 0
Exam duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)

INI CET 2026 Result and Cut-off

The INI CET 2026 result announcement date is May 25, 2026, which is within 6 days of the exam. The cut-off for General, EWS, and foreign candidates is the 50th percentile. The cut-off percentile for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) is the 45th percentile. If one or more students obtain similar marks, the INI CET 2026 tie-breaking policy will be implemented.

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Exam Highlights

PGIMER has been replaced with the INI CET exam. The highlights of the exam are as follows:

Particulars	Details
Name of Examination	INI CET 2026
Conducting Body	AIIMS, New Delhi
Official Website	aiimsexams.ac.in
Mode of Exam	Computer-based Test (Online)
Medium of Exam	English
Duration of Exam	3 hours
Course Offered	MD/MS/M.Ch.(6years)/ DM(6years)/ MDS
Application Mode	Online
Application Fee	General/ OBC Candidates/Foreign National/ OCI: INR 4000 SC/ ST/ EWS: INR 3200
Number of Questions	200
Total Marks	200
Marking Scheme	+1 for Correct Answers -1/3 for Incorrect Answers 0 for Unattempted

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Exam Dates

The INI CET 2026 exam dates for admission into PGIMER Chandigarh are detailed below:

Events	Dates
INI CET 2026 Application Form Release	November 4, 2025
Last Date to Submit INI CET 2026 Application Form	November 21, 2025 (till 11 PM)
Status of Registration and Basic information and last date of correction of rejected images	April 13 to April 15, 2026 (Tentative)
Final Status of INI CET 2026 Accepted Registration and Basic information	April 16, 2026 (Tentative)
INI CET 2026 exam unique code (EUC) generation and application correction window dates	April 5 to April 26, 2026 (Tentative)
Uploading of valid Certificate/Card: SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PwBD certificate and OCI Card	April 5 to April 19, 2026 (Tentative)
Last date of submission of required documents	May 2 to May 4, 2026 (Tentative)
INI CET 2026 July Session Admit Card Release Date	May 13, 2026 (Tentative)
INI CET 2026 Exam Date	May 19, 2026 (Tentative)
INI CET 2026 Result Declaration	May 25, 2026 (Tentative)

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Eligibility

PGIMER has been replaced with the INI CET 2026 exam. The eligibility criteria are as follows:

You must be an Indian national. An MBBS degree is required for MD/MS/DM-6yrs/MCH-6yrs courses. A BDS degree is required for MDS courses. The qualifying exam percentage benchmark for OBC/EWS categories is 55% aggregate. The benchmark for SC/ST categories is 50% aggregate.

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree for MD/MS/DM-6yrs/MCH-6yrs courses and a BDS degree for MDS courses. The degree must be from a university accredited by the National Medical Commission or Medical Council of India.

Applicants must complete 12 months of compulsory rotating Internship or Practical training on or before 31st January 2026 for all INIs. Candidates finishing their internship after 31st January 2026 cannot register for this examination.

SC/ST categories need a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
OBC/EWS categories need a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
For Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWBD), the minimum aggregate marks for their respective category apply.
Sponsored candidates must meet the same minimum aggregate marks in MBBS/BDS professional examinations as other candidates.
Indian nationals who graduated from foreign universities will have their FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) marks considered instead of aggregate marks. The minimum qualifying marks remain the same in this case.

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Application Form

The registration for INI CET 2026 exam has begun. The procedure to fill the online application form is given below.

Visit the official website aiimsexams.ac.in.
Go to the "Academic Course" section.
Click on 'INI CET 2026'.
Click on "Registration & Basic Candidate Information and Generation of Code".
Enter your name.
Provide a valid email ID and mobile number.
Choose your course (MD/MS/MCh/6 years, DM/6 years, or MDS).
Upload your photograph, signature, and left thumb impression.
An Exam Unique Code (EUC) will be generated. This code is required for further login along with your ID and password.

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Application Fee

The registration fee for INI CET 2026 varies by category. The fees are listed below.

Category	Fee (INR)
General/ OBC Candidates/ Foreign National/ OCI	INR 4000
SC/ ST/ EWS	INR 3200
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities	Exempted from payment of Examination fees

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Admit Card

The INI CET 2026 admit card will be issued on the official website from May 13, 2026. It is an essential document required on the exam day and can be downloaded only from the official website.

Follow these steps to download the INI CET 2026 admit card:

Go to the official website aiimsexams.ac.in.
Find and click on the "MyPage" link.
Enter your login credentials: Registration ID, Password, and Exam Unique Code (EUC).
View and download the admit card. Take printout copies.

Note: If you notice any discrepancies after downloading the admit card, contact the helpline at 1800117898. Helpline hours are Monday to Friday from 10.00 am to 05.00 pm and Saturday from 10.00 am to 01.00 pm, excluding National Holidays.

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Exam Pattern

INI CET 2026 will be conducted in online CBT mode. The exam pattern details are as follows:

Mode: Online (Computer-based Test)
Type of Questions: Objective type questions, including Single Correct Choice and Multiple Correct Choice questions
Number of Questions: 200
Total Marks: 200
Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)
Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answer, -1/3 per incorrect answer, 0 for unattempted
Medium of Question Paper: English

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Syllabus

The INI CET 2026 syllabus for MD and MS courses covers Pre-Clinical Phase, Para-clinical Phase, and Clinical Phase topics. The syllabus for MDS courses covers topics from Dental Science and Basic Clinical Science.

INI CET 2026 Syllabus for MD and MS Courses

Section	Units	Sub Topics
Pre Clinical Science	Biochemistry	Biological Cell Hormones and PH Enzymes Food Assimilation and Nutrition Biomolecules Molecular Biology Metabolic Pathways Environmental Biochemistry Physiological Buffer Systems Immunology Cancer and Cancer Makers
Pre Clinical Science	Anatomy	Microanatomy Gross Anatomy Neuroanatomy Embryology & Genetics

INI CET 2026 Syllabus for MBBS Course

The INI CET 2026 syllabus for the MBBS course is divided into three main sections: Pre-Clinical Science, Para Clinical Science, and Clinical Science Subjects. The table below lists the subjects and their specific topics for each section.

Pre-Clinical Science Subjects

Subject	Topics
Anatomy	General Anatomy Gross Anatomy Microanatomy Histology Embryology Neuroanatomy Radiological Anatomy
Physiology	Gastrointestinal System General Physiology Reproduction Nerve-Muscle Kidney Nutrition Blood Respiratory System Cardiovascular System Neurophysiology Sensory System The Visceral and Motivational System Motor System EEG Special Senses Yoga Sleep and Higher Nervous Functions

Para Clinical Science Subjects

Subject	Topics
Pharmacology	Neuropharmacology Psychopharmacology Toxicology Clinical Pharmacology Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology
Pathology	Complement System Coronary Artery Disease Tumour Markers Glomerulonephritis Flow Cytometry Barrett Esophagus Pedigree Analysis Sarcoidosis Thyroid Carcinoma Hypersensitivity
Forensic Medicine	Firearm Injuries Bloodstains Seminal Stains Types and Signs of Drowning IPC Sections Narcoanalysis Toxicology Bites of various insects Different doctrine Autopsy methods of organ’s removal Antemortem Rigor Mortis Cadaveric Spasm Blast Injuries Torture Methods
Microbiology	Vectors Immunodeficiency disorders Heterophile Antigen Lab diagnosis, species identification and relapse regarding Malaria Mycoplasma pneumonia Eggs in Parasitology Dimorphic fungi Viral Hepatitis Serology Life cycle
Community Medicine	-

Clinical Science Subjects

Subject	Topics
Obstetrics	Preeclampsia Postpartum Haemorrhage Antepartum Haemorrhage Uterine rupture Uterine inversion Biophysical profile Induction of labour Indications of caesarean section Hyperemesis gravidarum
Pediatrics	Acute respiratory insufficiency program Respiratory distress syndrome Developmental milestones Autism Neonatal jaundice Neonatal sepsis Neonatal resuscitation Tetralogy of Fallot Bronchial Asthma Nephrotic syndrome Vitamins and mineral deficiency Dengue fever Paediatrics
Gynaecology	Symptoms of ovulation Process to manage Fibroid uterus and prolapse of the uterus Details of Trichomonas, Candida, Gonococcus Bacterial vaginosis Emergency contraception Contraception and sterilization Supports of uterus Menstrual cycle Menopause Postmenopausal bleeding
Clinical Postings	Internal Medicine Paediatrics General Surgery Orthopaedics Ophthalmology Family Welfare Clinic Health Education Unit Elective Posting
Community Medicine	Man, and Medicine Concept on Health and Disease Environment and Health Medicine and Social Science Screening for Disease Hospital Waste Management Concept on Epidemiology Epidemiology on commutable and non-commutable disease Demography and family planning Nutrition and Health Types of preventive medicine for paediatrics obstetrics and geriatrics Genetics and Health Mental Health
Surgery and allied subjects	Anaesthesiology E.N.T Ophthalmology Orthopaedics
Medicine and allied subjects	Psychiatry Dermatology

INI CET 2026 Syllabus for MDS Course

The INI CET 2026 syllabus for the MDS course covers Dental Science subjects. The table below lists the units and their specific topics.

Section	Units	Sub Topics
Dental Science	Dental Materials	Amalgam Caries sealants Composite resin Dental biomaterials Glass-ionomer cement Gutta percha Mineral trioxide aggregate
	Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology	Biostatistics Histology Applied Gross Anatomy of Head and Neck Oral and general Physiology Cell Biology Biochemistry General Microbiology Basic Immunology Systematic Microbiology Virology Oral Biology Basic Histotechniques and microscopy Oral and Clinical Pathology Dermatology Oral Oncology Oral Microbiology and Immunology Forensic Odontology Oral Pathology

PGIMER INI CET 2026 Syllabus

The INI CET 2026 syllabus covers subjects taught in the MBBS programme. The questions are based on the standard MBBS curriculum.

The table below lists the main subjects and the topics included in the syllabus.

Subjects and Topics

Subject	Topics
Oral Medicine and Radiology	Pigmentations of oral tissues Gingival enlargements Diseases of tongue Granulomatous diseases Sexually transmitted diseases Diseases of salivary glands Diseases of Para nasal air sinuses Orofacial pain Acute and chronic infections of orofacial region Dental caries Periodontal diseases Periapical lesions Growth factors in acute inflammation Homeostasis Hypersensitivity Anaphylaxis Type II hypersensitivity Type III hypersensitivity Drugs acting on the CNS Haematinics Anti-diabetics Vitamins A, B complex, C,D,E,K Steroids
Biostatistics	Types of Data Measures of Central Tendencies Types of Distribution Importance and factors of Determination
Basic Clinical Science	Embryology & Oral Histology General human physiology

Embryology & Oral Histology Topics

Role of Sperm
Molecular Alterations
Endometrial Receptivity
The Epididymis
Dental hard tissues
Periodontium
Oral mucosa
Eruption
Shedding and salivary glands

General Human Physiology Topics

Circulatory system
Properties of the blood
Medical physiology
Cell physiology
Comparative physiology
The Tissue Level of Organization

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Result

The INI CET 2026 result will be declared on May 25, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their result on the official website, aiimsexams.ac.in.

Follow these steps to check the INI CET 2026 result:

Visit the official website, aiimsexams.ac.in
Click on "INI CET 2026 Result for July Session PDF" link
View and download INI CET 2026 result along with the roll number
Take a printout copy of INI CET 2026 result for further uses

PGIMER (INI CET) 2026 Cut Off

The INI CET 2026 cut off marks for admission into PGIMER will be released after the result is declared. The category-wise expected cut off percentiles are given below.

Categories	INI CET 2026 Cut Off
General/ Unreserved, EWS, Sponsored & Foreign Nationals	50th Percentile
OBC, SC, ST, PwD	45th Percentile
Bhutanese Nationals (PGI-Chandigarh only)	45th Percentile

INI CET 2026 Cut Off Factors

The cut off score is the minimum marks a candidate must obtain to be eligible for counselling. The cut off will depend on several factors.

Total number of candidates appeared in INI CET 2026 entrance examination
Total number of candidates who passed INI CET 2026
Difficulty level of INI CET 2026 question paper.
Total number of seats.

PGIMER Chandigarh Counselling

Counselling and seat allotment will be done in order of the INI CET 2026 cut off marks. Candidates must attend counselling on the date and time allotted to them.

All certificates and documents will be verified at the counselling center. The candidate must appear for counselling in person with all the necessary documents. No other person can appear on behalf of the candidate.

Counselling Process

The counselling process will be conducted in offline mode. Students must be present in person for the counselling.

The counselling will be held in four rounds. Seats will be distributed based on scores obtained in the entrance exam.

Only candidates shortlisted based on the Entrance Test will be eligible for the counselling process. They will be informed about their counselling schedule via email.

Required Documents

The following documents/certificates are required:

MBBS Degree Certificate
Internship Certificate
No Objection Certificate (if applicable)
3 copies of latest passport size photograph
PGIMER 2021 Admit Card
Photo Identity Card
Proof of Date of Birth
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Conduct Certificate
Migration Certificate
Class X certificate or its equivalent

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must also complete the required 12 months of compulsory rotating internship or practical training on or before 31st January 2026.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

SC/ST categories: 50% in aggregate
OBC/EWS categories: 55% in aggregate

Application Process

PGIMER 2024 Application Form Highlights

The PGIMER 2024 application form is expected to be released in the 1st week of June 2024. Only candidates who have successfully submitted the application form can make changes to it. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria before filling out the application form.

The online application fee must be paid using the online mode of payment only. The PGIMER 2024 entrance exam for M.Sc, M.Sc. MLT, and Fellowship/Post Doctoral Fellowship courses will be conducted in the 1st week of August 2024.

PGIMER 2024 Application Fee

The application fee for PGIMER 2024 is INR 1500 for the open category and INR 1200 for SC/ST candidates. PwD candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.

Open category: INR 1500
SC/ST category: INR 1200
PwD candidates: Exempted

The form correction window will open after the closing of PGIMER registration 2024.

PGIMER 2024 Registration Dates

PGIMER 2024 application form dates for DM/MS courses are given below. The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh conducts a bi-annual entrance exam for its Training branch on various disciplines.

Events	Dates
Release of Application Form	1st week of June 2024
Last date to register for DM/MCh courses	Last week of June 2024
Form Correction for PGIMER 2024	1st week of July 2024
PGIMER 2024 Admit Card release	Last week of July 2024
PGIMER 2024 Exam Date	1st week of August 2024
Declaration of Result	Last week of August 2024

PGIMER Eligibility Criteria

PGIMER is the conducting body for the PGIMER 2024 entrance exam and it lays down the eligibility criteria for applicants. Candidates must follow these guidelines while applying, or their application will be deemed invalid.

Candidates must have completed their MBBS from a university/institution recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI).
They must have completed or be due to complete their 12 months of rotating internship on or before December 31 for the January session and June 30 for the July session.
Students must be registered with the Central or State Medical Council of India.

Eligibility Criteria for Sponsored or Deputed Candidates

Candidates must be a permanent or regular employee of the deputing or sponsoring authority and should have been working for the past three years on or before December 31 for the January session and June 30 for the July session.
After getting admission and training in PGIMER, Chandigarh, the candidate will be suitably employed by the deputing or sponsoring authority to work for at least five years in the specialty in which the candidate has received training at PGIMER, Chandigarh.
No financial liabilities in the form of emoluments, stipends, etc. will be given out by PGIMER, Chandigarh during the entire period of the course. Such payments will be the sole responsibility of the sponsoring authority.

How to Fill PGIMER 2024 Application Form

The PGIMER 2024 application form is to be filled online on the official website of AIIMS – aiimsexams.org. Candidates can fill the exam form by following the steps listed below.

Step 1 - Creating an Account (Basic Registration)

Candidates will have to create a login id and password first with their valid email id.

Step 2 - Filling up the Form

Once the Login ID and Password are created, candidates will have to open the application form and fill in the details like:

Name
Date of Birth
Address for correspondence
Contact details
MBBS Details
Internship details

Step 3 - Selecting the Course

Candidates will now have to select the courses they are applying for. The term of the courses is 2-3 years. Given below is the list of courses from which candidates have to select a course:

MD
MS
DM
M. Ch
MHA
Fellowship Course
MPH
M. Sc Medical Laboratory Technology
M. Sc
PhD
PGDPHM
B. Sc
Various para medical courses

Step 4 - Uploading Documents

Candidates will now have to upload the following documents as proof of validation for the information they have given in the application form.

Scanned and Original Copy of their Internship Certificate
Recent Passport Size color photograph (Scanned and Original)
Scanned Copy of their Signature
Rural Service Area certificate (if applicable)
Category certificate (If applicable)
Sponsorship certificate (If applicable)
No Objection certificate (if applicable)

Step 5 – Payment of Application Fee

Eligible candidates can apply for DM, M. Ch, MHA, Fellowship Course, MPH, M. Sc Medical Laboratory Technology, M. Sc, Ph.D., PGDPHM, B. Sc, and various paramedical courses from the official website of PGIMER Chandigarh. The application fee must be remitted using the online mode of payment only.

PGIMER 2024 Application Fee

The PGIMER 2024 application fee depends on the candidate's category and the course applied for. Payment can be made online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Category	DM / M. Ch / MD / MS	MHA / Para medical courses	MPH / M.Sc	M.Sc MLT / Fellowship/ PGDPHM
General / OBC	1500	1000	1000	1000
SC / ST	1200	800	800	1000
PwD	Exempted	Exempted	Exempted	Exempted

Final Steps in the Application Process

Candidates who cannot finish the application in one session can save the draft and log out. The form is saved as is, and they can log in later to complete it and make the payment.

Paying the fee is the final step of the application process. Once the fee is paid, no changes to the application form are allowed.

Candidates must keep the printout of the eChallan or iCollect receipt for all future reference related to PGIMER 2020 admission until admission to the chosen course is complete.

Guidelines for Uploading Photograph and Signature

Candidates must upload a scanned passport-size photograph and signature as per the specifications set by the PGIMER conducting body. The scanner resolution should be set to a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch).

Passport Size Photograph Image

The photograph should be recent, coloured, and clicked against a light-coloured or white background.
The image should be a front-faced photo without any red eye.
If wearing spectacles, there must be no reflection on the glasses and the eyes must be clearly visible.
Caps, hats, and dark glasses are not acceptable. Religious headwear is allowed, but it must not cover the face.
The file format should be .jpg or .jpeg.

Signature Image

The signature should be done on white paper with a black inked pen only.
The file format should be .jpg or .jpeg.

Details in the PGIMER 2024 Application Form

The table below lists the details required in the PGIMER 2024 application form.

Name	As per their Class X certificate
Guardian's Name	Name of their father/mother/guardian as per the Class X certificate
Date of Birth	As per Class X certificate
Category	First appropriate category - Gen/SC/ST
Gender	Male or Female
Qualifying Exam	Details of last qualifying exam - MBBS
Nationality	Indian/NRI/Foreign Student
Address	Correct address of communication with Pin Code
Communication Details	Correct phone number and email id
Photograph and Signature	Recent passport size photograph and signature in the given format
Internship Details	Internship details of 12 months rotating internship

Exam Pattern

INI CET 2026 Exam Mode

The INI CET 2026 exam will be held in online Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.

INI CET 2026 Question Paper Details

The question paper contains objective type questions. These include Single Correct Choice and Multiple Correct Choice questions.

The exam has 200 questions in total. Each question carries 1 mark.

The exam duration is 3 hours (180 minutes). The medium of the question paper is English.

INI CET 2026 Marking Scheme

+1 mark for every correct answer
-1/3 mark for every incorrect answer
0 marks for unattempted questions

Syllabus

INI CET 2024 Exam Pattern

PGIMER 2024 admission for the MD/MS curriculum will be done through the INI CET 2024 exam. The INI CET 2024 exam pattern includes a total of 200 MCQ-based questions. The question paper is set in English.

The INI CET 2024 exam is conducted online as a computer-based test (CBT). The percentile scores in INI-CET will determine eligibility for admission to postgraduate seats in all participating INIs and PGIMER. The INI CET 2024 syllabus includes topics from pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical science.

Practicing INI CET 2024 mock test series can help you get familiar with the exam pattern, question paper, and weightage. No separate sign-in is required for practicing the INI CET 2024 mock test series.

As per analysis of the past few years, 57.4% of questions were easy to solve, but they had confusing choices. On the other hand, 22.2% of questions were difficult to solve.

INI CET 2024 Exam Pattern Highlights

The table below shows the important information regarding the INI CET 2024 exam pattern:

Particulars	Details
Total Number of Questions	200
Type of Questions	Single Correct Choice Multiple Correct Choice questions
Time Duration	3 hours or 180 Minutes
Marking Scheme	+1
Negative Marking	-1/3
Unattempted Answer	0

INI CET 2024 Marking Scheme

The INI CET 2024 marking scheme has been mandated by the officials as mentioned in the table below:

Types of Response	Marks
Correct Answer	+1
Incorrect Answer	-1/3
No Response	0

Type of Questions in INI CET 2024

All the questions in the paper will be MCQ type questions. These are further divided into two types as mentioned below.

Single Correct Answer Type Question

This type of question will have 4 options.
Out of 4 options, only 1 option is correct.

Multiple Correct Choice Questions

In this type of question, more than one response can be correct for a given question.
Such questions fall under the multiple correct answer type.

INI CET 2024 Syllabus

Check the INI CET 2024 syllabus from the table below:

Subjects	INI CET Syllabus
Pre-clinical	Physiology, Biochemistry, Anatomy
Para-clinical	Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Pharmacology, Community Medicine
Clinical	Obstetrics, Gynecology, Community Medicine, Paediatrics, Clinical Postings, Surgery & Allied Subjects, Medicine and allied subjects
MDS	Biostatistics, General Human Physiology, Embryology and Oral Histology, Dental Materials, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology

INI CET 2024 Preparation Books

The books that can be taken as a reference by candidates appearing for the INI CET 2024 exam are given below:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the INI CET 2024 marking scheme?

The paper of INI CET 2024 includes a total of 200 questions. For every correct answer, you will be marked with +1 and 0 for unattempted questions. There is also a provision of negative marking of -1/3 for answering a question incorrectly.

How much time is required to prepare for INI CET 2024?

Six months is enough time to prepare for the INI CET overall. This comprises two months for editing work and four months for in-depth research. Making a study plan is the first and most important thing a candidate should do when preparing to take the INI CET.

Which section of the INI CET 2024 syllabus is difficult?

Clinical, pre-clinical, and para-clinical are all equally challenging disciplines to prepare for. Compared to pre- and para-clinical themes, clinical issues are far more extensive. Candidates should ideally concentrate on comprehending the concept. Since the INI CET is one of the hardest tests, shoddy study is ineffective. Candidates ought to have a solid game plan and approach to ace the test.

INI CET 2024 Recommended Books

These books are useful for INI CET 2024 preparation. The table lists the book name and its author.

Book	Author
AIIMS Essence	Pritesh Singh
Self-Assessment and Review of INI-CET	Manoj Chaudhary
Situation Ethics: The New Morality	Joseph F. Fletcher

INI CET 2024 Last Minute Tips

Focus on revision and practice in the final days. Avoid starting new topics to reduce stress.

Revise notes on important topics written during preparation. This helps recall difficult areas.
Practice is key. Solve as many mock tests and previous year question papers as possible.
Do not touch new topics at the last moment. It adds unnecessary stress. Practice what is already learnt.
Avoid stress. Take breaks when needed and keep yourself healthy.

INI CET 2024 Marking Scheme

The INI CET 2024 paper has 200 questions in total. Each correct answer gives +1 mark.

Unattempted questions get 0 marks. An incorrect answer leads to a negative marking of -1/3.

INI CET 2024 Preparation Time

Six months is enough time to prepare for the INI CET. This includes two months for editing work and four months for in-depth research.

Making a study plan is the first and most important step for a candidate preparing for the INI CET.

INI CET 2024 Syllabus Difficulty

Clinical, pre-clinical, and para-clinical are all equally challenging disciplines to prepare for. Clinical topics are far more extensive than pre- and para-clinical themes.

Candidates should focus on understanding the concept. The INI CET is one of the hardest tests, so poor study is ineffective. A solid game plan and approach are needed to ace the test.

Cut-offs

INI CET 2026 cut-off is the minimum percentile you need to qualify for counselling. The cut-off percentile is set category-wise.

General, EWS, Sponsored, and Foreign Nationals: 50th percentile.
OBC, SC, ST, and PwD: 45th percentile.
Bhutanese Nationals (PGI-Chandigarh only): 45th percentile.

The actual cut-off score depends on several factors. These include the total number of candidates who appeared, the number who passed, the difficulty level of the paper, and the total number of seats.

Results

PGIMER (INI CET) 2024 Result

PGIMER Chandigarh will consider the INI CET 2024 result for admission to MD/MS/M.Ch. (6 years)/DM (6 years)/MDS courses. The INI CET 2024 July session result declaration date is May 25, 2024.

The merit list will be published along with the result. All candidates who appeared for the INI CET 2024 exam can check the result PDF on the website aiimsexams.ac.in. You can check your result using your roll number.

INI CET 2024 Cut Off

The INI CET 2024 cut off for General/Unreserved, EWS, Sponsored and Foreign Nationals is the 50th percentile. The cut off for OBC, SC, ST and PwD categories is the 45th percentile.

Students who secure the INI CET 2024 cut off percentile will be eligible for the PGIMER Chandigarh spot counselling round. The cut off percentile will differ by category.

INI CET 2024 Result Dates

The INI CET 2024 result date for the July session has been announced.

Events	Dates
INI CET 2024 Result Declaration Date	May 25, 2024
PGIMER Chandigarh Counselling through INI CET 2024 Result	June 2024

How to Check PGIMER (INI CET) 2024 Result

Checking the INI CET 2024 result does not require a separate login process. Follow these steps to check the result:

Visit the official website, aiimsexams.org
Navigate and click on the 'Results' option
Click on the INI CET 2024 result PDF
Check the result along with your INI CET 2024 roll number
Download and take a printout for further procedures

Details on PGIMER (INI CET) 2024 Score Card

The marks and percentile achieved by candidates are given on the PGIMER 2024 scorecard. The scorecard is a necessary document and must be presented during counselling and other procedures.

The details on the INI CET 2024 result scorecard are listed below:

Candidates Name
INI CET 2024 roll number
Overall rank
Category
PwBD (wherever applicable)
Allotted subject or speciality
Category/Roster Point of Allocated Seat

PGIMER (INI CET) 2024 Merit List

The PGIMER (INI CET) 2024 merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the entrance examination. Students will be ranked in the merit list based on their scores. The All India Institute of Medical Sciences will prepare the merit list.

The tie-breaking criteria for preparing the merit list are:

Firstly, candidates with fewer incorrect responses or less negative marks will be ranked higher
If the tie persists, older candidates will be considered for merit

PGIMER (INI CET) 2024 Cut Off Criteria

The INI CET 2024 cut off is the minimum qualifying marks a student must obtain to qualify the examination. The cut off will be decided based on the following factors:

Total number of candidates appearing for the exam
The difficulty level of the paper
Number of candidates who passed the exam
Previous year cut off marks
Average scores obtained by candidates in the entrance test
Reservation criteria of the Institute

PGIMER Cut Off for MD/MS/MDS Courses

Category of applicant	INI CET 2024 Cut Off
General/Unreserved, EWS, Sponsored & Foreign Nationals	50th Percentile
OBC, SC, ST, PwD	45th Percentile
Bhutanese Nationals (PGI-Chandigarh only)	45th Percentile

PGIMER Chandigarh 2024 Counselling

Any reserved seats that remain vacant after the spot counselling round will be available for the open general category based on merit. Absentees at the time of spot counselling will not be considered for admission.

All supporting documents must be carried on the day of counselling along with the INI CET 2024 result. Sponsored candidates for MD/MS course admission must furnish the sponsored or NOC certificates with their application through their respective employer or sponsored authority.

PGIMER 2024 Counselling

Candidates who clear the INI CET 2024 entrance examination are called for counselling. Seats are given based on the candidate's score in the entrance exam.

Candidates must be physically present at the PGIMER 2024 counselling. If a candidate is absent, the seat is given to another candidate.

Documents Required for Counselling

Candidates must bring the following documents for verification at the time of counselling.

Degree Certificate
10th certificate or mark sheet
12th certificate or mark sheet
Migration certificate
Character certificate
Certificate of Internship
INI CET 2024 admit card
Date of Birth certificate
Caste certificate
Rural certificate
3 copies of latest passport size photograph

Admit Card

PGIMER admit card 2024 is expected to be released in the last week of July 2024. PGIMER exam date 2024 is likely to start in the 1st week of August 2024. You can download the admit card 2024 online from the official website using your login credentials created during PGIMER registration 2024.

PGIMER Admit Card contains the exam date, timing, exam centre, exam day guidelines and other basic information. It is mandatory to carry PGIMER admit card along with any proof during the time of the exam.

After the downloading PGIMER Admit Card if you see any error on your admit card immediately contact the the help desk related to the discripency.

PGIMER Admit Card Link 2024 *(Will be updated soon)*

PGIMER 2024 Exam Date

PGIMER 2024 Admit card Dates

PGIMER 2024 contains a series of tests which are held on different dates for different courses. The schedule for examinations to be held in a particular year is notified by the institute, on its official website. Let’s have a look at the schedule of PGIMER 2024 for various courses: -

Events	Dates
Release of Application Form	1^st week of June 2024
Last date to register for DM/MCh courses	Last week of June 2024
Form Correction for PGIMER 2024	1^st week of July 2024
PGIMER 2024 Admit Card release	Last week of July 2024
PGIMER 2024 Exam Date	1^st week of August 2024
Declaration of Result	Last week of August 2024

How to Download PGIMER Admit Card

How to download PGIMER 2024 Admit Card?

PGIMER 2024 Admit Card will be available on June 18 for DM/MCh Courses in online mode only. The hall ticket of PGIMER 2024 Chandigarh will not be sent offline/by post to any candidate.

Candidates can follow the steps listed below to download the Admit Card for PGIMER 2024: -

Go to the official website of AIIMS, New Delhi, aiimsexams.org.
From the home page, scroll down, to the section of ‘Information for Candidates.’
Click on ‘View All’.
Now from the list, select the notification for Admit Card for the respective course.
Now a login page will appear
Enter your user ID and Password
Click on ‘Sign In.’
View and Download PGIMER 2024 Admit Card.
Candidates are advised to take at least 2 colored print outs of hall ticket, for examination purpose as well as for future reference.

Details on PGIMER 2024 Admit Card

Admit Card for PGIMER will mention all the important details regarding the exam. Candidates are advised to see and check the information clearly on the Admit Card.

The Admit Card for PGIMER 2024 will feature following details: -

Personal details of Candidate	Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Category, Date of Birth
Contact Details	Mobile Number, Email ID, Address
PGIMER 2020 Details	Registration Number, Roll Number, Examination Center, Examination Time, Course, Guidelines

Discrepancies in PGIMER 2024 Admit Card

PGIMER 2024 Discrepancy in Admit Card

The process of generating and distributing PGIMER 2024 Hall Ticket is completely online, so chances of any error in the Admit card are very less. However, if still there arises a case where there is any problem in the Admit Card, candidates may refer to following contact details of PGIMER Chandigarh: -

Phone Number for Exam Cell	91-11-26588500, 26588700, 26589900
Technical Support – Email ID	exams.ac@gmail.com
Fax Numbers	91-11-26588663, 26588641
Postal Address of AIIMS Delhi	Examination Section, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110608

Documents required with PGIMER 2024 Admit Card

Candidates will be required to carry ID proof for verification along with PGIMER 2024/INI CET 2024 hall ticket, while entering the examination hall. Without any Photo ID Proof (in original), no candidate will be allowed to enter the examination hall. Following documents can serve the purpose of a valid ID proof, if carried in original, along with the Admit Card: -

Aadhaar card
Voter ID card
Driving License
PAN card
College ID card

PGIMER Exam Center 2024

PGIMER 2024 Exam Center

The Cities where the PGIMER 2024 January session for MD/MS will be conducted are given below:

Exam Centers
Chandigarh	Bhubaneshwar
Bhopal	Bengaluru
Chennai	New Delhi
Guwahati	Hyderabad
Jalandhar	Jammu
Kolkata	Mumbai
Thiruvananthpuram	-

PGIMER Exam Day Instructions

PGIMER 2024 Exam Day Instructions

Since candidates prepare months for their PGIMER exam, it is not good that they miss the test due to some silly or avoidable mistakes. Therefore, candidates are advised to keep some little but important things in mind so that they do not become ineligible to appear in the exam at the final moments.

So here are some guidelines that candidates need to keep in mind while going for PGIMER 2024 January: -

Candidates must not forget to carry PGIMER 2024 Admit Card along with their original photo id proof.
It may happen that Admit card produced in examination hall may be retained by the invigilator; candidates are advised to keep at least one extra copy of Admit card safe with them, at home or anywhere else, as it may be needed in future.
Students must reach the exam hall at least one hour before the starting time of examination.
They must read the instructions communicated to them before the start of exam.
Candidates are not allowed to carry any electronic device like a mobile phone or a calculator inside the examination hall.
They must not indulge in any kind of unfair practices regarding the exam.

Biology Sample Paper

Biology is the highest-return block in the PGIMER BSc Nursing entrance, because it shares the same 25 question weight as Physics and Chemistry but rewards NCERT reading far more than tricky calculation. This is the section where a nursing aspirant should aim for almost every mark.

Solving the PGIMER BSc Nursing Biology sample paper 2026 is the fastest way to turn your NCERT reading into exam-ready recall. Each paper here is free, built on the Class 11 and 12 NCERT syllabus and the latest exam pattern, with detailed step-by-step solutions.

Official website: pgimer.edu.in

PGIMER BSc Nursing Biology Sample Papers 2026

Download the free PGIMER BSc Nursing Biology sample paper PDFs below. Each paper has 25 questions matching the real exam, with full solutions so you can check not just your answer but the exact NCERT line behind it. Solve each one with a timer to build the speed you need in the Biology block.

Chapter	Questions	Difficulty	What to Watch For
Human Physiology (Digestion, Circulation, Excretion, Nervous & Endocrine)	5-6	Moderate	Learn hormone names, organ functions and disorder pairs, a favourite MCQ trap
Genetics and Evolution	4-5	Moderate to Hard	Monohybrid and dihybrid ratios, sex-linkage and DNA structure are tested directly
Cell Structure, Function and Division	3-4	Easy to Moderate	Organelle functions and the stages of mitosis and meiosis, pure recall marks
Reproduction (Plant and Human)	3-4	Easy to Moderate	Flower parts, gametogenesis and menstrual cycle diagrams come up often
Plant Physiology and Diversity of Living Organisms	4-5	Easy to Moderate	Photosynthesis, transport and the five-kingdom classification, easy if revised
Ecology, Biotechnology and Human Welfare	4-5	Easy	Ecosystem terms, diseases and applications, quick direct-fact marks

Sample Paper	PDF Download
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 15 (Latest)	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 14 (Latest)	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 13 (Latest)	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 12 (Latest)	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 11 (Latest)	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 10	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 9	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 8	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 7	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 6	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 5	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 4	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 3	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 2	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Chemistry Sample Paper 1	Download PDF

Chapter Group	Questions	Difficulty	What to Watch For
Physical Chemistry (Mole concept, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Kinetics, Electrochemistry, Solutions)	8-9	Moderate to Hard	Numerical-heavy, watch units and significant figures
Organic Chemistry (GOC, Hydrocarbons, Haloalkanes, Alcohols, Carbonyls, Amines, Biomolecules)	8-9	Moderate	Reactions and mechanisms, learn named reactions and reagents well
Inorganic Chemistry (Periodicity, Bonding, p-block, d and f block, Coordination)	7-8	Easy to Moderate	Mostly direct NCERT recall, revise trends and exceptions

Chapter	Questions	Difficulty	What to Watch For
Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary (synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution)	5-7	Easy to Moderate	The fastest marks in the section; read the passage once and answer directly without overthinking.
English Grammar and Sentence Correction (tenses, articles, prepositions, agreement)	4-6	Moderate	Revise the common error rules; most questions test the same handful of grammar traps.
Static General Knowledge (history, geography, polity, economy)	5-7	Moderate	Cover the standard facts like capitals, constitution basics and important dates that repeat every year.
Current Affairs (national and international events, awards, sports)	4-6	Moderate to High	Focus on the last six to eight months of appointments, schemes, awards and major events.
General Science and Health and Nursing Awareness	2-4	Easy to Moderate	Basic science facts and health day themes; quick marks if you follow general science news.

Sample Paper	PDF Download
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 12 (Latest)	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 11 (Latest)	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 10	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 9	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 8	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 7	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 6	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 5	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 4	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 3	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 2	Download PDF
PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics Sample Paper 1	Download PDF

Chapter	Questions	Difficulty	What to Watch For
Mechanics (Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work-Energy)	6-7	Moderate to Hard	Watch sign conventions and units, the biggest source of silly errors
Electricity and Magnetism	5-6	Moderate	Ohm's law, circuits and magnetic force formulas are tested directly
Optics and Modern Physics	4-5	Moderate	Lens and mirror formula, photoelectric effect, easy marks if formulas are memorised
Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory	3-4	Easy to Moderate	Gas laws and heat formulas, mostly direct substitution
Waves, Oscillations and Units	3-4	Easy	Quick conceptual marks, do not over-think dimensional analysis

PGIMER Paper	Question Paper PDF	Solution PDF
PGIMER B.Sc Nursing Question Paper 2026	Download PDF	Check Solution
PGIMER B.Sc Nursing (Post Basic) Question Paper 2026	Download PDF	Check Solution

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	PGIMER B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam 2026
Papers	B.Sc Nursing (4 Years) B.Sc. Nursing (Post Basic)
Conducting Body	Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) — Single Correct
Duration	90 Minutes
Total Questions	100
Total Marks	100
Marks per Correct Answer	+1 Mark
Negative Marking	-0.25 marks per wrong answer
Language	English

Subject	Questions	Difficulty	What to Watch For
Physics	25	Moderate to Hard	Numerical-heavy, manage time and avoid silly unit mistakes
Chemistry	25	Moderate	Mix of theory and reactions, NCERT lines are tested directly
Biology	25	Easy to Moderate	Highest scoring, fact-based, revise NCERT diagrams and tables
English and General Knowledge	25	Easy	Quick marks, do not over-think grammar and current affairs