INI CET January 2026: Round 1 Seat Allocation Result to Be Published on December 18

The wait is almost over for INI CET January 2026 aspirants! The Round 1 Seat Allocation Result is set to be published on December 18, 2025. This crucial step determines admission to prestigious PG medical and dental courses (MD, MS, MDS) across all AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, NIMHANS, and SCTIMST. Candidates who successfully completed the choice filling and locking process by the December 13 deadline must prepare for the next steps: online acceptance and physical reporting. Stay calm, check your result on the official AIIMS website, and follow the prescribed timeline for a smooth admission journey into your desired specialty.

The medical and dental postgraduate aspirants, the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET) is the gateway to premier institutions like the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), JIPMER, PGIMER, NIMHANS, and SCTIMST. The crucial first step of the counselling process for the January 2026 session is nearing its climax, as the Round 1 Seat Allocation Result is scheduled for release on Thursday, December 18, 2025. This announcement is the moment of truth that determines the provisional specialty and institute allocated based on merit, seat availability, and the choices locked by the candidates. As the final choice-filling window closed on December 13, 2025, it's now time for the 32,374 eligible candidates to prepare for the subsequent stages of acceptance and mandatory physical reporting.

 Important Dates and How to Check Your Result

The AIIMS, New Delhi, which conducts the INI CET, has strictly outlined the post-result schedule. Aspirants must adhere to these dates to avoid forfeiting their allotted seat. The result will be released on the official AIIMS website, and candidates should only rely on the official communication for accuracy.

• Official Result Date: The Round 1 Seat Allocation Result will be announced on December 18, 2025 (Thursday).
• Online Acceptance Window: Successful candidates must perform the online acceptance of the allotted seat between December 19, 2025, and December 24, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM).
• Mandatory Physical Reporting: The crucial step of physical reporting, along with the submission of original documents and security deposit (if applicable), must be completed between December 19, 2025, and December 24, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM).

Steps to Check the INI CET Round 1 Allotment Result:

• Visit the official AIIMS Examination website: aiimsexams.ac.in.
• Navigate to the 'Academic Courses' section and click on the 'INI-CET' tab.
• Find and click the link for "Result of 1st Round of Online Seat Allocation for INI-CET Jan-2026 Session".
• The result will likely be published as a PDF merit list, containing the roll number, category, allotted institute, and specialty of the selected candidates.
• Log in to your candidate portal with your credentials to download your individual provisional allotment letter.

 Post-Allotment Process: Accept, Upgrade, or Decline

Once the seat allocation result is announced, successful candidates face a critical decision regarding their allotted seat. This is where strategic thinking and careful adherence to the counselling rules are paramount.

• Option 1: Accept & Freeze: If a candidate is satisfied with the allocated seat (Institute and Speciality) and does not wish to participate in subsequent rounds, they must choose this option. This decision is final, and they must proceed directly to the physical reporting stage.
• Option 2: Accept & Upgrade: This option is for candidates who accept the current seat but wish to be considered for a better-preferred seat (higher in their choice list) in Round 2. If upgraded in Round 2, they must mandatorily join the newly allotted seat. If not upgraded, the Round 1 seat remains confirmed.
• Mandatory Reporting: Irrespective of choosing to 'Freeze' or 'Upgrade,' all candidates provisionally allotted a seat must physically report to the designated Institute between December 19 and 24, 2025. Failure to report within the stipulated time will lead to the cancellation of the allotted seat and ineligibility for further rounds (except the Open Round, if held).

 Essential Documents for Physical Reporting

This stage is strictly non-negotiable. Candidates must have all required documents in original, along with a set of self-attested photocopies. Discrepancies or missing documents can lead to the cancellation of admission.

• INI CET January 2026 Admit Card and Result/Rank Letter.
• Provisional Allotment Letter downloaded from the portal.
• MBBS/BDS Degree Certificate.
• All professional examination mark sheets (MBBS/BDS).
• Internship Completion Certificate, ensuring completion by December 31, 2025.
• Permanent/Provisional Registration Certificate issued by MCI/NMC/State Medical Council/DCI.
• Proof of Date of Birth (High School/10th Certificate).
• Valid Category Certificate (OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwBD) issued by the competent authority as per AIIMS guidelines. Candidates must ensure the validity period of their reserved category certificates.
• Copy of the OTR (One Time Registration) form and application form printout.

Conclusion

The release of the INI CET January 2026 Round 1 Seat Allocation Result on December 18, 2025, is a defining moment for PG medical aspirants. Having meticulously filled and locked your choices, the focus now shifts to prompt action: checking your result, making a quick yet informed decision (Accept & Freeze or Accept & Upgrade), and preparing for the mandatory physical reporting. Ensure you keep all your original documents ready and adhere to the deadline of December 24, 2025, for online acceptance and physical reporting to secure your seat in one of the country's most prestigious medical institutions.

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