I didn't participated in round-1 INI SS counselling. Can I participate in second round?

No. Participation in round-1 counselling is prerequisite for second round INI SS counselling. However, you can participate in the open/spot round. Candidates have to register and declare choice for college and course to participate in seat allocation process. Registration can be done on the official website, aiimsexams.ac.in.

Has AIIMS released INI SS 2026 counselling dates for seat allotment?

Yes. AIIMS released INI SS 2026 counselling dates for seat allotment. Choices for round-1 counselling had to be done till December 26, 2025. It must be noted only those who qualify the exam can participate in the counselling process. Round-1 result was announced on December 29, 2025. A total of 3 rounds of counselling will be held for INI SS 2026 seat allotment for January session.

How many rounds of counselling will be held for INI SS seat allotment?

INI SS counselling was held in two rounds, followed by an open round of counselling. All the rounds were held in online mode. Candidates had to register on the official website and declare their choice for college and subject for seat allotment. It must be noted that candidates can declare as many choices as he/she wants.

What is INI SS exam all about?

INI SS stands for Institute of National Importance Super Speciality Entrance Test. It is a biannual exam conducted by AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) for admission to post-doctoral courses such as DM/MCh/MD-Hospital Administration at 11 institutes across India. The exam consists of 80 multiple-choice questions and is held in computer-based mode.

Does AIIMS send INI SS admit card to individual candidate?

No. AIIMS will not send INI SS to individual candidate. He/she will have to download admit card for INI SS from the official website by logging to the account, providing application number and password. The admit card comprises crucial details including name and address of exam centre. If a candidate doesn't receive admit card or finds some discrepancy in details, he/she should immediately contact the Assistant Controller of Examinations, AIIMS, New Delhi through email

When will AIIMS release admit card for INI SS 2026?

AIIMS released INI SS 2026 January session admit card on November 18, 2025. It must be noted AIIMS doesn't send admit card for INI SS 2026 to individual candidate but he/she will have to download it. Candidates will have to login to the official website to download the admit card for INI SS 2026.

What is exam format for INI SS?

INI SS exam is held in computer-based mode. The exam pattern comprises details about mode, medium, total number of questions, allotted time etc. INI SS stage-1 is held in English language. Total 80 questions are asked and candidates get 1.5 hours to answer them. For each correct reponse, 1 mark is awarded while for wrong response, -1/3 mark is deducted.

Who are eligible for stage-2 departmental assessment INI SS?

Candidates who seek admission to AIIMS have to appear for stage-2 INI SS. They have to qualify INI SS stage-1 srtitten exam to appear for departmental assessment exam. To qualify for AIIMS Seat allocation a candidate must obtain 50 percent or more marks in Stage-I & Stage-II combined. In case a candidate gets marks more than 50 percent in Stage-I but less than 50 percent marks in Stage I & II combined, he/she will not be treated as qualified for AIIMS Seats.

Is there negative marking in AIIMS INI SS exam?

Yes. There is a provision of negative marking in AIIMS INI SS exam as per the existing exam pattern. INI SS 2026 January session pattern was released along with the official information brochure. Candidates get +1 mark for right answer and -1/3 for wrong answer. INI SS 2026 exam was held on November 22, 2025.

Can I register offline for INI SS?

No, you cannot register offline for INI SS. Registration process is only available at official website and applicants are required to apply online before deadline. Offline applications or any other mode of application will not be accepted.

Does AIIMS conduct INI SS counselling in offline mode?

No, AIIMS conducts INI SS counseling in online mode. Candidates have to register and declare a choice for college and course to participate in the counseling. It must be noted only candidates who qualify for INI SS can participate in the counseling for seat allotment. A total of 3 rounds of counseling is held for seat allocation. AIIMS releases a separate result PDF for each round of counselling.

Is the INI SS result declared?

The authority will announce INI SS July 2026 result on May 2 for the stage 1 exam. The authority will update the result link online. Candidates have to provide the required credentials to check the INI SS result.

How many times is the INI SS conducted in a year?

INI SS is conducted twice a year in January and July. The January session exam is held in October, while the July session is held in April. INI SS exam is conducted as computer based test.

What is AIIMS INI SS admit card 2026 release date?

The authority has not announced the INI SS 2026 admit card release date. The registered candidates can download the admit card online after the official release.

What is INI SS 2026 July session exam date?

INI SS July session 2026 exam will be conducted on April 25, 2026. The exam is conducted in two stages. The entrance exam is conducted as computer based test for 90 minutes. While departmental assessment will be done through video conferencing.

What are the steps for INI SS registration?

Candidates need to follow the steps give below for INI SS 2026 registration for January session: Visit the official website of AIIMS, aiimsexams.ac.in and click on 'academic courses' Select 'INI SS DM/Mch course' In 'Login Page', click 'New Registration' Enter asked details such as name, date of birth, contact number, email id etc. A login credentials will be sent to registered e-mail id Candidates will have to change the password while logging for the first time

Who can apply for INI SS 2026 January session?

Candidates have to fulfill certain eligibility requirements to apply for INI SS 2026 exam. The eligibility criteria vary as per the course. For DM/MCh course, candidates should have completed MD/MS degree from a recognised university/college. Candidates should have completed MBBS degree for MD in hospital administration. Age criteria varies for admission at Institutes of National Importance (INI) and AIIMS.

What was INI SS 2026 January session exam date?

INI SS 2026 stage-1 exam was held online. Written test was conducted in computer-based mode. INI SS is conducted in two stages for candidates, stage-1 written and stage-2 departmental assessment. Stage-2 is valid for AIIMS applicants only while stage -1 is for admission to all Institutes of National Importance.

What were application dates for INI SS 2026 January session?

INI SS 2026 application form was released online. Candidates had to register first at aiimsexams.ac.in to access the applications for INI SS 2026 January session. INI SS 2026 application process was started with registration followed by filling up details in application form, uploading images, and paying online registration fee.

Where can I apply for INI SS?

Candidates have to apply online for INI SS exam. Application form was released at aiimsexams.ac.in. Candidates have to register and submit application form for INI SS exam.

What is application fee for INI SS exam?

Candidates have to pay online application fee for INI SS exam. AIIMS will release official brochure, providing details about INI SS 2026 application fee. As per the existing brochure, candidates will have to pay INR 4,000 application fee. Those who belong to PWBD category, don't need to pay any application fee. The application fee can be paid in online medium only through debit card/credit card or net banking.

AIIMS INI SS 2026 (July Session): Exam Date, Registration, Result, Counselling

45 Students Q&A

Exam On - 25 Apr '26

Updated on Mar 17, 2026 22:28 IST

By Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

AIIMS Delhi will soon commence the INI SS 2026 registration for July session. The authority will activate the INI SS July session 2026 form link online. Candidates who fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria for INI SSET can apply for the test. Institute of National Importance Super Speciality Entrance Test (INI SS) for July session is scheduled on April 25, 2026. The exam will be conducted in two stages - Entrance Exam and Departmental Assessment.

INI SS 2026 January session counselling rounds 1 and 2 were held from 20 December 2025 to February 21, 2026. The open round counselling for INI SSET 2026 was held from February 5 to February 23, 2026.

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What is INI SS?
INI SS 2026 Dates
INI SS 2026 Highlights
INI SS 2026 counselling
INI SS 2026 Registration/Application Form Process
INI SS 2026 Exam Pattern
INI SS 2026 Admit Card
INI SS 2026 Result
INI SS 2026: FAQs

What is INI SS?

INI SS 2026 Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of INI SS 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
25 Apr ' 26	INI SS 2026 July session exam date

Dates	Past Exam Dates
23 Feb ' 26 - 28 Feb ' 26	Open Round INI SS 2026 Reporting
21 Feb ' 26	Open Round INI SS 2026 Seat Allotment
05 Feb ' 26 - 12 Feb ' 26	Open Round INI SS 2026 Choice Filling
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