INI-CET November 2025 Round-1 seat allotment underway; candidates required to confirm acceptance online
Marks a decisive phase for medical and law aspirants nationwide. While INI CET Round 1 seat allotment shifts into the physical reporting stage for prestigious institutes like AIIMS and JIPMER, state-level NEET PG counselling in Odisha and Maharashtra is also hitting peak activity. Concurrently, law students are focused on the SLAT 2026 Test 1 and ongoing CLAT 2026 preference locking. This busy weekend requires aspirants to be meticulous with document verification and deadline management to secure their seats. For real-time notifications and reliable guidance, follow Only Education News to stay updated on critical admission timelines.
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has officially commenced the Round 1 Seat Allotment process for the INI CET January 2026 session. Candidates who appeared for the entrance exam for MD, MS, M.Ch (6 years), DM (6 years), and MDS courses can now view their allotment status on the official portal. This marks the beginning of a high-stakes week where candidates must finalize their admission to premier institutes like AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, and NIMHANS.
For regular updates follow Only Education News as we track the shifting seat matrices and upcoming second-round vacancies.
Mandatory Seat Acceptance Options
Upon logging into the portal, allotted candidates must select one of the following two options to proceed. Failure to select an option will result in the forfeiture of the allotted seat.
- Option 1: Accept the allotted seat and DO NOT wish to participate in further rounds of seat allocation.
- Option 2: Accept the allotted seat and WISH TO PARTICIPATE in the 2nd Round of seat allocation.
Critical Timelines for Round 1
Aspirants must strictly adhere to the following schedule to ensure their candidature remains valid:
| Event | Start Date | End Date/Time |
|---|---|---|
| Online Acceptance of Allotted Seat | Dec 20, 2025 | Dec 24, 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Reporting & Submission of Documents | Dec 20, 2025 | Dec 24, 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Verification of Candidate Credentials | Ongoing | Dec 26, 2025 |
Physical Reporting & Document Checklist
Candidates who select either Option 1 or Option 2 must report to the respective allotted AIIMS/INI for the verification of original documents. If a candidate is unable to produce original documents at the time of reporting because they are submitted at another college, they must provide a Security Deposit of ₹3 Lakh via electronic fund transfer.
Essential Documents for Reporting:
- Offer Letter and Seat Allocation Letter.
- Final Registration Slip and Admit Card issued by AIIMS.
- MBBS/MDS Professional Degree Certificate.
- Detailed Marksheets of MBBS/MDS professional examinations.
- Internship Completion Certificate (showing completion by Jan 30, 2026).
- Provisional/Permanent Medical Registration (MCI/NMC/State Council).
- High School/Higher Secondary Certificate (for Date of Birth proof).
- Relevant Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in the prescribed Central Government format.
Important Note for Upgrading Candidates
If you choose Option 2 and report to your allotted institute, your original documents will be held by that institute. If you are upgraded in Round 2, you will receive a relieving letter from the first institute to join the second one. However, if you do not join the allotted seat in Round 1 after selecting an option, you will be ineligible for the subsequent rounds.
Stay tuned to Only Education for detailed insights into the Round 2 opening and closing ranks.
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