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With INI CET 2025 July session scheduled on May 17, candidates are advised to revise regularly and appear in the mock test. The article comprises tips for last 15-days preparation.
INI CET 2025 July session will be conducted on May 17 at designated centres across the country by All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). The exam will be held in computer-based mode. The test paper will comprise 200 multiple choice questions and the exam time will be 3 hours. Candidates are advised to answer only those questions where they have confidence of correct answers as negative marking may take toll on the overall score. The tips given in the article will help candidates to utilise the remaining time in the best possible manner, enabling them to score well in INI CET 2025 July session exam.
- Prepare a checklist
- Revise vigorously
- Study with prepared notes
- Practice mock test
- Check previous year question papers
- Don’t try to learn new concepts
- Get your doubts cleared
- No need to be in study mode always, relax and unwind too
- Don’t let negativity overpower you
Prepare a checklist
This is one of the first steps in the direction of carving out the last 15-days preparation strategy for the INI CET 2025 exam. Candidates need to check what all have been covered completely and which topic needs some more attention. This will help them to make a strategy accordingly to complete all tasks in a systematic manner.
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Revise vigorously
The last few days must be dedicated for thorough revision. Whatever has been studied till date, must be revised to retain them for a longer period of time. One must aim for at least two revisions before INI CET 2025 exam which will boost your confidence. Try to revise in combinations like a lengthy topic with a smaller one and any other combinations whatever suits you. Time should be managed in a manner so that every topic of INI CET 2025 syllabus gets revised before the D-day.
Aspirants should know the INI CET 2025 pattern, as it gives them an idea of the question paper. They get to know about the exam and make a strategy accordingly. The exam pattern comprises details such as the mode and medium of the exam, the total number of questions and their types, the exam duration, and the marking scheme. AIIMS releases the exam pattern along with the information brochure. The INI CET exam is usually held in November and May in computer-based mode. There will be 200 questions, and the exam duration will be 3 hours.
A good number of questions were asked from topics such as Biochemistry, Surgury, Microbiology etc. There were few questions from OBS Gynae, Ortho etc. Questions were one liner and concept based as well. There were some repeated questions as well. The overall difficulty level of the INI CET 2025 July session question paper was moderate.
Study with prepared notes
Those notes which were prepared during the initial days of INI CET 2025 preparation prove very handy while doing revision. These self-made topic-wise notes contain important points which help candidates to remember facts easily. Rather than studying the whole material again for revision, candidates get an insight of the whole topic through these highlights in the notes.
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Practice mock test
A mock test is something that helps candidates to do reality check of their preparation. It is like testing yourself against whatever you have learned. Practice mock test at regular intervals and evaluate your score. Do an honest analysis each time after finishing the mock test. This will help candidates to work on their weak areas.
Check previous year question papers
The previous year's question paper provides candidates an insight into the INI CET 2025 exam. Candidates get to know about INI CET 2025 pattern and the type of questions. As INI CET was held for the first time in November 2020, candidates can check the previous three years’ PG question papers of AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER, PGIMER, and NIMHANS. This exercise will help candidates to get an idea about the topic from which more questions are asked.
AIIMS releases INI CET pattern along with the information brochure. The question paper pattern comprises details about the mode, medium of the exam, total number of questions asked, type of questions, allotted time, and marking scheme. INI CET exam is held in computer-based mode in English medium. According to INI CET 2025 paper pattern, a total of 200 multiple choice questions are asked and candidates get 3 hours to answer them. Candidates get 1 mark for every right answer while -1/3 for every wrong answer. It must be noted that the official question paper and answer key are not released for INI CET exam.
Yes, there will be negative marking in INI CET 2025 exam. According to INI CET pattern, -1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. For right answer, +1 mark will be awarded to candidates. Candidates are advised to answer only those questions where they feel confident of answer as negative marking may put toll on overall score. INI CET 2025 July session is scheduled to be held on May 18 in computer-based mode. Registration for INI CET 2025 July will begin most likley in the third week of March 2025.
INI CET exam format is 200 multiple choice questions and total allotted time is 3 hours. The exam is held in computer-based mode once a year. The meium of INI CET exam is English only. AIIMS releases INI CET pattern along with the official information brochure. The exam pattern comprises details such as mode and medium, total number of questions, allotted time, marking scheme etc. According to the existing marking scheme, candidates will get +1 mark for right answer and -1/3 for each wrong response. Due to negative marking, candidates are advised to attempt only questions where they feel confident of correct response.
Don’t try to learn new concepts
This is completely no before the exam. One month before the exam, candidates should not focus their energy on learning new concepts, rather they should aim for polishing whatever been studied to date. Learning a new concept will take lots of time which could be used for other important tasks related to the revision part. Fine-tuning already learned concepts is more important than starting something new.
Get your doubts cleared
Doubts are something that jeopardises the whole preparation strategy. As INI CET 2025 is PG level entrance test that tests candidates’ thorough knowledge of concepts, candidates must clear doubts. Candidates could seek the advice of seniors, professors, or any other colleague to make them understand doubt in any particular topic.
No need to be in study mode always, relax and unwind too
This is the time when candidates need to fine-tune things for the INI CET 2025 and they don’t need to be in the study mode always. Ideally, candidates should study 6-8 hours a day with proper strategy. That is enough. Studying with full concentration with a small break in between. It is very important to let the mind relax too. Candidates must find some time to do what he/she wants to do I.e listening favourite music or watching shows on TV etc.
Don’t let negativity overpower you
Candidates must not let negative thoughts in. Don’t think too much about the performance in the INI CET 2025 exam. Negative thoughts make you nervous. Always think about the fact that your preparation is the best and you will definitely score well in INI CET 2025 exam. Be cool, calm, and composed. Eat healthy, sleep well and study in a systematic manner.
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INI CET Nov 2025 exam will be held on November 9, 2025. The exam will be held in computer-based mode at allotted test centres across country. Other dates for INI CET 2025 November exam including application, elligibility, pattern will be released along with the official brochure. The application for
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Answered a month ago
No, the INI CET is compulsory for admission to the MD programme at AIIMS Hyderabad. Candidates must qualify in this exam and hold a valid scorecard to proceed to the counselling stage. Without clearing this exam, students will not be considered for seat allocation in the MD courses at the institute.
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Answered 2 months ago
AIIMS Mangalagiri admissions for majority of the courses are held on the basis of prescribed entrance tests. Students achieving a decent scoring of 85% can apply for entrance tests such as NEET or INI CET and opt for their preferred courses. However, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Mangalagi
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Answered 2 months ago
Listed below are the top specializations offered by various INI CET accepting Medical colleges in India:
| Top Specialisations | No. of Colleges |
|---|---|
| Community Medicine | 12 |
| General Surgery | 12 |
| Anatomy | 10 |
| Obstetrics | 10 |
| Orthopaedics | 10 |
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Listed below are the top government Medical colleges in India accepting INICET score along with their tuition fees:
Public/Govt. Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
AIIMS Delhi Admission | INR 2,110 – INR 3,330 |
PGIMER Chandigarh Admission | INR 7,110 – INR 19.5 lakh |
AIIMS Rishikesh Admission | INR 2,110 – INR 5,780 |
JIPMER Puducherry Admission | INR 6,600 – INR 46,580 |
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Admission | INR 1.05 lakh |
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology Admission | INR 1.89 lakh |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary.
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Answered 2 months ago
Yes, joining the best Medical colleges accepting INI CET in India can be worthwhile for you. For that, you need to check its ROI. Listed below are some colleges along with their tuition fees and average placement package:
Top Colleges | Tuition Fee | Average Placement Package |
|---|---|---|
AIIMS Delhi Courses | INR 2,110 – INR 3,330 | INR 22 LPA |
PGIMER Chandigarh Courses | INR 7,110 – INR 19.5 lakh | INR 18 LPA |
AIIMS Rishikesh Courses | INR 2,110 – INR 5,780 | INR 24.1 LPA |
JIPMER Puducherry Courses | INR 6,600 – INR 46,580 | INR 24 LPA |
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Courses | INR 1.05 lakh | INR 15 LPA |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ N
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Answered 2 months ago
Yes, it is estimated that joining the best Medical colleges accepting INICET in India can be affordable, as most colleges have tuition fees of less than INR 1 lakh. Listed below are some colleges along with their tuition fees:
| Low-cost Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | INR 2,110 - INR 3,330 |
| PGIMER Chandigarh | INR 7,110 |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | INR 2,110 - INR 5,780 |
| JIPMER Puducherry | INR 6,600 - INR 46,580 |
| AIIMS Jodhpur | INR 2,110 - INR 6,080 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary
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As per popularity basis, listed below are the top INI CET accepting Medical colleges in India along with their tuition fees:
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | INR 2,110 - INR3,330 |
| PGIMER Chandigarh | INR 7,110 - INR 19.5 lakh |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | INR 2,110 - INR 5,780 |
| JIPMER Puducherry | INR 6,600 - INR 46,580 |
| NIMHANS Bangalore | INR 1.5 Lacs - INR 1.56 lakh |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ NIRF website and may vary.
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About 10+ best Medical colleges in India accepting INI CET score, all of which are owned by public/government organisations. INI CET is one the popular accepting entrance exam in the best Medical colleges in India. Some of the popular colleges include AIIMS Delhi, PGIMER Chandigarh, AIIMS Rishikesh,
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AIIMS doesn't release the sectional weightage for INI CET exam. However, experts believe clinical section comprises maximum weightage in the exam especially medicine and surgery. Both medicine and surgery comprises more than 80 percent questions in the exam. A good number of questions are asked from pathology as well.