🟡 Last Updated: 29 May 2026, 11:37 AM
Result Status: ✅ Declared at aiimsexams.ac.in
Exam Date: May 16, 2026 (Computer-Based Test)
Qualifying Percentile (General/EWS/OBC): 50th percentile
Qualifying Percentile (SC/ST/PwD): 40th percentile
Courses: MD / MS / MDS / DM (6 yrs) / MCh (6 yrs)
Conducting Body: AIIMS New Delhi
Official Website: aiimsexams.ac.in
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) New Delhi has officially declared the INICET May 2026 Result on aiimsexams.ac.in. The result has been released for the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET) May 2026 session which was conducted on May 16, 2026 as a Computer Based Test (CBT) for admission to postgraduate medical and dental courses MD, MS, MDS, DM (6 years) and MCh (6 years) at 19 AIIMS, JIPMER Puducherry, PGIMER Chandigarh, NIMHANS Bengaluru, and SCTIMST Trivandrum.
Notably two candidates scored a perfect 100 percentile in the INICET 2026 May exam. The result has been released in PDF format as an All India Merit List containing roll numbers All India Rank (AIR), percentile score, category and qualifying status for each branch. The number of candidates eligible for participating in INI CET counselling is eight times the number of seats available meaning only top ranked candidates will secure admission.
INICET May 2026 Result Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | INI CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test) May 2026 |
| Conducting Body | AIIMS New Delhi |
| Exam Date | May 16, 2026 |
| Result Declared | ✅ Declared at aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Qualifying Percentile (General/EWS/OBC) | 50th percentile |
| Qualifying Percentile (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD) | 40th percentile |
| Perfect 100 Percentile Scorers | 2 candidates |
| Candidates for Counselling | 2,900 shortlisted |
| Courses | MD / MS / MDS / DM (6 yrs) / MCh (6 yrs) |
| Participating Institutes | 19 AIIMS + JIPMER + PGIMER + NIMHANS + SCTIMST |
| Official Website | aiimsexams.ac.in |
How to Download INICET May 2026 Scorecard Step by Step
- Visit the official website aiimsexams.ac.in
- On the homepage click on “INI CET May 2026 Result” or “Download Scorecard”
- Enter your INI CET Login ID and Password
- Click “Submit” to log in
- Your INICET May 2026 scorecard will appear on screen
- Verify all details roll number, rank, percentile, category, qualifying status
- Download and print the scorecard PDF it is required for counselling registration
Note: AIIMS does not release the names of candidates in the result PDF. The merit list contains roll numbers, All India Rank, percentile scores and category details. The direct result PDF link is: aiimsexams.ac.in/result/69c8069d80ef498688f01438
Also Read: UPSC Prelims 2026 Question Paper (GS Paper 1 & CSAT): Answer Key,
Details on INICET May 2026 Scorecard
The INICET 2026 scorecard / merit list PDF contains the following information
- Candidate Roll Number
- Category (General / EWS / OBC / SC / ST / PwD)
- Course applied for (MD / MS / MDS / DM / MCh)
- Percentile Score
- All India Rank (AIR) overall
- Category Rank
- Qualifying Status Qualified / Not Qualified for counselling
- Branch-wise merit list separate PDFs for each course
INICET May 2026 Qualifying Cut-Off Percentile Category Wise
The qualifying percentile for INI CET is 50th percentile for General / EWS / OBC and 40th percentile for SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwD candidates.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 50th percentile |
| EWS | 50th percentile |
| OBC / OBC-NCL | 50th percentile |
| SC | 40th percentile |
| ST | 40th percentile |
| PwD (Divyangjan) | 40th percentile |
Important: Meeting the qualifying percentile is only the first requirement. The number of candidates eligible for participating in INI CET counselling is eight times the number of seats available. In practice you need a significantly higher percentile than the minimum cut-off to have a realistic chance of seat allotment at a preferred AIIMS or institute.
How INICET Percentile Score is Calculated
The formula for calculating percentile scores is 100 × Number of candidates with their score equal to or less than the candidate ÷ Total number of candidates who appeared for the examination.
Marking Scheme INICET May 2026
| Answer Type | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct answer | +1 mark |
| Wrong answer | 1/3 mark (negative marking) |
| Unattempted | 0 (no penalty) |
The final merit list and rank are based solely on the total marks scored on the May 16, 2026 exam after applying the marking scheme (+1 for correct, –1/3 for wrong).
Also Read: UPSC Exam Timing 2026: Complete Guide UPSC Prelims 2026 Question Paper
INICET May 2026 Tie Breaking Rules
As per the INI CET tie breaking criteria if two or more candidates score the same marks the candidate with fewer negative marks will get a better rank. If the tie still remains the older candidate will be given preference and awarded the higher rank.
Tie-breaking order
- Fewer wrong answers (fewer negative marks) → higher rank
- If still tied → older candidate gets higher rank (date of birth)
INICET May 2026 Exam Pattern (For Reference)
The INI CET May 2026 was conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) on May 16, 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Wrong Answer | 1/3 mark |
| Unattempted | 0 |
| Subject Coverage | All subjects of MBBS curriculum |
| Medium | English only |
Subject-wise question distribution: The INICET paper covers all major MBBS subjects with higher weightage to clinical subjects
| Subject Group | Approximate Weightage |
|---|---|
| Medicine & Allied (Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Pharmacology) | 35–40% |
| Surgery & Allied (General Surgery, Ortho, Ophthalmology, ENT, Anaesthesia) | 30–35% |
| Pre & Para Clinical (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, FMT) | 25–30% |
Also Read: LIC HFL Admit Card 2026 Released: Download Junior Assistant Hall Ticket at lichousing.com, Exam June 6
Participating Institutes INI CET May 2026
INICET May 2026 offers admission to PG seats at the following prestigious institutions
19 AIIMS Institutes: AIIMS New Delhi, AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Bhubaneswar, AIIMS Jodhpur, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Raipur, AIIMS Rishikesh, AIIMS Nagpur, AIIMS Mangalagiri, AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Bathinda, AIIMS Bibinagar, AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Darbhanga, AIIMS Guwahati, AIIMS Jammu, AIIMS Kalyani, AIIMS Madurai, AIIMS Rajkot
Other INI (Institute of National Importance) Institutes
- JIPMER Puducherry
- PGIMER Chandigarh
- NIMHANS Bengaluru
- SCTIMST Trivandrum
AIIMS New Delhi, PGIMER Chandigarh, and NIMHANS Bengaluru are the most competitive — they have the fewest seats and attract top-ranked candidates.
INICET May 2026 Expected Counselling Schedule
AIIMS will soon release the counselling schedule choice filling dates and seat allotment details on the official website. Based on previous year patterns the INICET May 2026 counselling is expected to follow this timeline
| Stage | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Result Declaration | ✅ Declared — May 2026 |
| Counselling Registration Opens | June 2026 |
| Choice Filling (Institute & Course Preferences) | June 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 2026 |
| Round 1 Reporting & Joining | June–July 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment (if vacant seats) | July 2026 |
| Final Round / Mop-Up | July 2026 |
| Session Commencement | August 1, 2026 |
Counselling is conducted entirely online. Qualified candidates must register on the AIIMS counselling portal fill in their course and institute preferences and participate in seat allotment based on rank preference and availability.
Also Read: IISER IAT 2026 Admit Card Released: Download Hall Ticket, Exam on June 7
INICET May 2026 Total Seats Available
The total PG seats across all participating INI institutes for the May 2026 session
| Institute Type | Approximate Seats |
|---|---|
| 19 AIIMS (all combined) | 1,500+ seats |
| JIPMER Puducherry | 200 seats |
| PGIMER Chandigarh | 300 seats |
| NIMHANS Bengaluru | 100 seats |
| SCTIMST Trivandrum | 50 seats |
| Total (approx.) | 2,150–2,200 seats |
With approximately 2,900 candidates shortlisted for counselling for 2,200 seats the counselling is competitive. Not all shortlisted candidates will secure a seat preference category and course choice matter significantly.
How to Register for INICET May 2026 Counselling
Once AIIMS releases the counselling schedule on aiimsexams.ac.in follow these steps
- Visit aiimsexams.ac.in and log in with your INI CET credentials
- Register for counselling within the announced window
- Pay the counselling registration fee if applicable
- Fill in your institute and course preferences in order of priority
- Submit your choices before the deadline choices cannot be changed after submission
- Wait for Round 1 Seat Allotment result
- If allotted a seat pay the seat acceptance fee and report to the allotted institute
- If not allotted in Round 1 participate in Round 2 / Mop-Up round
Documents needed for INICET 2026 counselling
- INICET May 2026 scorecard downloaded from aiimsexams.ac.in
- MBBS degree certificate or provisional certificate
- MBBS final year marksheets
- Internship completion certificate
- Medical Council Registration certificate
- Category certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwD if applicable)
- Date of birth certificate Class 10
- Aadhaar card
- Passport-size photographs
Also Read: REET Mains Result 2026 Declared Today: Download Level 1 & Level 2 Scorecard at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in
INICET vs NEET PG Key Differences
Many candidates appear for both INICET and NEET PG. Here is how they differ
| Parameter | INICET | NEET PG |
|---|---|---|
| Conducted by | AIIMS New Delhi | NBE (National Board of Examinations) |
| Institutes covered | AIIMS + JIPMER + PGIMER + NIMHANS + SCTIMST | All other medical colleges in India |
| Result format | Percentile + AIR | Percentile + rank |
| Qualifying cut-off | 50th percentile (General) | 50th percentile (General) |
| Frequency | Twice a year (May & November) | Once a year |
| Prestige | Highest AIIMS seats | Very high largest PG medical exam |
Candidates who qualify INICET but do not secure their preferred seat can also participate in NEET PG counselling if they have appeared for NEET PG as well.
Year Wise INICET Qualifying Percentile Trend
| Session | Qualifying % (General) | Qualifying % (SC/ST/PwD) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | 50th percentile | 40th percentile |
| November 2025 | 50th percentile | 40th percentile |
| May 2025 | 50th percentile | 40th percentile |
| November 2024 | 50th percentile | 40th percentile |
The qualifying percentile has remained consistent at 50th General and 40th (SC/ST/PwD) across all recent sessions. The qualifying percentile may be reduced by AIIMS in case seats remain vacant after all counselling rounds.
Also Read: Kerala Plus Two Result 2026 OUT: +2 Result 2026 Direct Link: Check Plus Two School wise Result
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Has INICET May 2026 result been declared? Yes. AIIMS New Delhi has officially declared the INICET May 2026 result at aiimsexams.ac.in. Two candidates scored a perfect 100 percentile in the May 2026 exam.
Q2. What is the qualifying percentile for INICET May 2026? The qualifying percentile is 50th percentile for General, EWS and OBC categories. For SC, ST, OBC-NCL and PwD candidates the qualifying percentile is 40th percentile.
Q3. How do I download my INICET May 2026 scorecard? Visit aiimsexams.ac.in click on the INI CET Result link log in with your INI CET ID and password and download the scorecard PDF.
Q4. What courses are offered through INICET May 2026? INICET May 2026 offers admission to MD, MS, MDS, DM (6 years) and MCh (6 years) programmes at 19 AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, NIMHANS and SCTIMST.
Also Read: JEE Advanced 2026 Response Sheet & Answer Key Out: Download at jeeadv.ac.in, Result June 1
Q5. How many candidates are shortlisted for INICET May 2026 counselling? Approximately 2,900 candidates have been shortlisted for the counselling process for approximately 2,150–2,200 total seats across all participating institutes.
Q6. What is the tie-breaking rule for INICET May 2026? If two candidates score the same marks the one with fewer wrong answers gets a higher rank. If still tied the older candidate (by date of birth) is ranked higher.
Q7. When will INICET May 2026 counselling begin? AIIMS is expected to release the counselling schedule in June 2026. Candidates must monitor aiimsexams.ac.in regularly for the official announcement.
Q8. What documents are needed for INICET May 2026 counselling? Key documents include INICET scorecard MBBS degree/provisional certificate internship completion certificate medical registration certificate, category certificate if applicable, Aadhaar and marksheets.
Q9. How is the INICET percentile calculated? Percentile = 100 × (Number of candidates scoring equal to or less than you ÷ Total candidates who appeared). It is based on raw marks after applying +1 for correct and 1/3 for wrong answers.
Q10. Can I appear for both INICET and NEET PG? Yes. Many candidates appear for both. INICET covers only AIIMS and a few premier institutes. NEET PG covers all other medical colleges. Qualifying INICET does not affect NEET PG eligibility.
Also Read: Plus Two Result 2026 School Wise OUT! Check School Wise Direct Link
About INI CET Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test
The Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET) is conducted twice a year in May and November by AIIMS New Delhi on behalf of all participating Institutes of National Importance. It serves as the gateway for admission to MD, MS, MDS, DM and MCh postgraduate medical and dental programmes at 19 AIIMS, JIPMER Puducherry, PGIMER Chandigarh, NIMHANS Bengaluru and SCTIMST Trivandrum. These institutions represent the pinnacle of medical education in India making INI CET one of the most competitive postgraduate medical entrance examinations in the country.
Author Profile
- Abdul is a Passionate Content Writer at ZeroToScaled, Covering the Latest Updates on Education, Board Results, Recruitment News, He Focuses on Creating Simple, Accurate and User Friendly Content that Helps Readers Stay Updated with Important Announcements.
Latest entries
Sarkari JobJune 10, 2026India Post GDS 4th Merit List 2026 Out: State Wise PDF Download, Selection List & DV Dates
Education NewsJune 10, 2026WBCAP Merit List 2026 OUT: Download 1st Seat Allotment at wbcap.in, Confirm Admission by June 15
Admit CardJune 9, 2026RRB NTPC Admit Card 2026 Released Today: Download Phase 2 Hall Ticket at rrb.digialm.com, Exam June 13–20
Education NewsJune 9, 2026CUET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key OUT: Download PDF, Response Sheet, Objection Link