INI CET November 2025 Round 1 Admission Process Concludes Across AIIMS

The admission process for the first round of the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET) November 2025 session has officially come to an end. This cycle, which facilitates entry into prestigious postgraduate programs (MD/MS/MCh/DM/MDS) for the January 2026 session, saw thousands of medical aspirants reporting to their respective institutes. With the reporting window now closed, the focus shifts toward the assessment of vacant seats and the commencement of subsequent counseling rounds.

Final Reporting and Document Verification Highlights

The conclusion of Round 1 reporting marks the completion of the first major hurdle for many successful candidates. Those who secured an allotment were required to confirm their acceptance and physically report to their designated AIIMS or other participating INIs like JIPMER, PGIMER, and NIMHANS.

• Reporting Deadline: Candidates had to complete all admission formalities at their allotted institutes by December 24, 2025.
• Verification Process: Reporting involved a rigorous check of original academic certificates, internship completion status, and medical registration documents.
• Security Deposits: For those choosing to upgrade, the submission of the mandatory security deposit and the exercise of "Option 2" was essential during this window.

Seat Acceptance Statistics and Key Dates

Following the declaration of the Round 1 seat allotment on December 18, 2025, AIIMS New Delhi observed a high rate of seat acceptance across top specialties like Radio-diagnosis, Medicine, and Pediatrics. The transition to the next phase is outlined in the following schedule:

Essential Checklist for Round 2 Aspirants

As the admission section prepares to release the vacancy status for Round 2, candidates who opted for "Accept & Upgrade" or those waiting for fresh allotments must remain prepared. The competition remains stiff for the remaining seats in premier institutes.

• Document Readiness: Ensure you have original copies of your MBBS/BDS degree, internship completion certificate, and category certificate (if applicable).
• Portal Monitoring: Aspirants must check the official AIIMS exam portal frequently for the updated seat matrix.
• Choice Filling: While the primary choice filling occurred earlier, understanding the seat vacancy trends is crucial for those entering the open round later.

The conclusion of this round signifies the beginning of a new chapter for many future specialists. Candidates are advised to regularly monitor the official AIIMS Exams portal for any notices regarding seat vacancies or changes in the Round 2 schedule to ensure they do not miss critical deadlines.

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