INI CET January 2026: Candidates Await Round 1 Seat Allocation Scheduled for December 18

The highly anticipated INI CET January 2026 Round 1 Seat Allocation Result, the gateway to MD, MS, MCh (6 years), DM (6 years), and MDS courses in premier Institutes of National Importance (INIs), is scheduled for release on December 18. Aspirants who completed the choice filling must now prepare for the crucial next phase: online acceptance and mandatory physical reporting. This comprehensive guide covers the official timeline, the dual decision options (Freeze or Upgrade), the complete list of documents required, and the essential steps to secure your seat successfully at institutions like AIIMS, JIPMER, and PGIMER.

The admission process for the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET) January 2026 session is approaching its most crucial juncture. After the successful completion of the choice filling and locking window, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, is set to declare the Round 1 Seat Allocation Result on Wednesday, December 18, 2025. This result will provisionally determine the institute and specialty allocated to candidates based on their merit rank and preferences. The subsequent steps of online acceptance and mandatory physical reporting will confirm the candidates' postgraduate medical seats, kicking off the academic session at the country's most esteemed medical institutions.

Post-Result Timeline and Mandatory Actions

The period immediately following the seat allocation result is highly time-bound, requiring quick and informed decisions from all successful candidates. Failure to meet any deadline will result in the forfeiture of the allotted seat.

• Result Declaration: The provisional result will be published on December 18, 2025, on the official AIIMS Examinations website.
• Online Acceptance Window: Successful candidates must log in and exercise their option (Accept & Freeze or Accept & Upgrade) between December 19 and December 24, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM).
• Physical Reporting: The mandatory physical reporting and document submission at the allocated institute must be completed within the same window: December 19 to December 24, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM).

Key steps after seat allocation:

• Option 1: Accept & Freeze: Choose this if you are fully satisfied with the current allocation and do not wish to participate in subsequent rounds. This confirms your seat.
• Option 2: Accept & Upgrade: Choose this if you accept the current seat but wish to be considered for a higher preferred choice in Round 2. If upgraded, the Round 1 seat is automatically cancelled.
• Crucial Note: Regardless of the option chosen ('Freeze' or 'Upgrade'), physical reporting to the Round 1 allotted institute is compulsory to retain the seat.

Essential Documents for Physical Reporting

Document verification during physical reporting is a non-negotiable step. Aspirants must carry the complete set of original documents, along with at least two sets of self-attested photocopies, to the designated institute.

• Allotment Documents: INI-CET Rank Card/Scorecard, Admit Card, and the Provisional Seat Allotment Letter (downloaded after online acceptance).
• Identity and Academic Proofs:
  • Valid Photo ID and Date of Birth Proof (Class 10 Certificate).
  • MBBS/BDS Degree Certificate, Internship Completion Certificate (by Jan 31, 2026), and Mark Sheets of all professional examinations.
  • Permanent/Provisional Registration Certificate issued by NMC/SMC/DCI.
• Category Specific Certificates: Valid SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS Certificate (OBC-NCL/EWS must be valid for the current academic session in the prescribed format) and PwBD Certificate (if applicable).

INI CET January 2026 Counselling Schedule Overview

Aspirants must keep track of the entire counselling calendar, especially if they are looking forward to securing a seat in the second round.

Conclusion: Securing Your PG Seat

The announcement of the INI CET January 2026 Round 1 seat allocation marks a significant milestone for all eligible postgraduate medical aspirants. The next six days will determine the final enrollment for those who have secured a seat. Prompt online acceptance followed by mandatory, timely physical reporting with verified documentation is absolutely essential. Candidates are strongly advised to download their Provisional Allotment Letter immediately upon release and visit the official website, aiimsexams.ac.in, regularly for the latest notifications, reporting instructions, and any last-minute schedule changes.

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