AIIMS INI CET Jan 2026 Open Round Registration Closes Today

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, is closing the registrationand choice-filling window for the INI CET January 2026 Open Round today, 30 January 2026.Eligible medical graduates must complete their applications and deposit the mandatorysecurity fee by 5:00 PM to compete for the remaining 498 vacant postgraduate seatsacross AIIMS and other Institutes of National Importance. The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has issued a final alert for candidates participating in the INI CET January 2026 session. As of today, 30 January 2026, the online registration and choice-filling portal for the Open Round of seat allocation will remain active only until 5:00 PM. This final phase of counselling is designed to fill the 498 vacant seats remaining after the conclusion of Round 2, covering specialized MD, MS, M.Ch (6 years), DM (6 years), and MDS programs across all Institutes of National Importance (INIs).

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, is closing the registrationand choice-filling window for the INI CET January 2026 Open Round today, 30 January 2026.Eligible medical graduates must complete their applications and deposit the mandatorysecurity fee by 5:00 PM to compete for the remaining 498 vacant postgraduate seatsacross AIIMS and other Institutes of National Importance.

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has issued a final alert for candidates participating in the INI CET January 2026 session. As of today, 30 January 2026, the online registration and choice-filling portal for the Open Round of seat allocation will remain active only until 5:00 PM. This final phase of counselling is designed to fill the 498 vacant seats remaining after the conclusion of Round 2, covering specialized MD, MS, M.Ch (6 years), DM (6 years), and MDS programs across all Institutes of National Importance (INIs).

Final Deadline and Mandatory Security Deposit

Candidates who have not yet locked their choices or completed their registration must act immediately. A critical component of the Open Round is the mandatory security deposit of ₹3.00 Lakh, which must be submitted via RTGS/NEFT before the evening deadline.

• Registration & Choice Filling End: 30 January 2026 (5:00 PM).
• Security Deposit Deadline: 30 January 2026 (5:00 PM).
• Seat Allocation Announcement: 20 February 2026.
• Online Acceptance Period: 21 February to 28 February 2026.

Eligibility Criteria for Open Round

To participate in this final allotment phase, candidates must meet the minimum percentile requirements set by AIIMS New Delhi. The board has clarified that only those who appeared in the INI CET exam held in November 2024 and achieved the qualifying cutoff are eligible to register.

• UR/EWS/Foreign National: 50th percentile.
• OBC/SC/ST/PwBD: 45th percentile.
• Special Provision: Candidates who have already joined a seat in Round 1 or 2 are generally ineligible for the Open Round unless they have resigned as per the rules.
• Reference: Candidates can verify their eligibility and vacant seat positions on the AIIMS Exam portal.

Strategic Seat Selection and Reporting

With nearly 500 seats available, the Open Round offers a significant chance for students to enter premier medical institutions. However, the choice-filling process requires careful consideration of the merit rank and specialty availability.

• Automated Choice Locking: The system will automatically lock the last saved preferences at 5:00 PM today.
• Physical Reporting: Allotted candidates must report to their respective colleges in late February with original documents.
• Document Verification: Proof of internship completion must be dated on or before 31 January 2026.
• Official Schedule: For a detailed breakdown of the remaining session events, visit Medical Dialogues.

Conclusion

The closing of the INI CET Open Round registration today marks the final milestone in the January 2026 admission cycle. For medical aspirants, these last few hours are crucial for securing a place in India’s most prestigious medical institutions. Once the portal closes at 5:00 PM, no further entries or security deposits will be accepted. Candidates are advised to perform a final check of their saved choices and payment status on the official AIIMS website to ensure their participation in the upcoming February 20 seat allocation result.

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