INI CET Exam Pattern 2025 (Available): Check Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme

Updated on Nov 9, 2025 13:39 IST

INI CET 2025 pattern for November exam was released along with the official information brochure. AIIMS uploaded the exam pattern on official website. INI CET 2025 November exam pattern comprises details about mode of the exam, duration, marking scheme, and the total number of questions. According to the INI CET pattern, the examination is conducted in an online mode. AIIMS INI CET test paper comprises 200 objective questions and candidates get three hours to answer them. INI CET Nov 2025 question paper is divided into 4 parts, with 50 questions each. Candidates get 45 minutes to solve each part. Read the article to know more about the exam pattern. INI CET 2025 November exam was held on November 9, 2025 in computer-based mode. Read more:

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INI CET 2025 Pattern November Exam: Highlights
INI CET Pattern: Explained
INI CET 2025 November Exam Pattern: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

INI CET 2025 Pattern November Exam: Highlights

Details	Features
Mode	Computer-based
Duration	3 hours (180 minutes)
Type of questions	Objective
Number of questions	200
Varying types of questions	Single correct answer Multiple correct answer
Negative marking	Yes

Commonly asked questions

Q: Can I mark more than one answer in INI CET exam?

No, candidates will have to mark only one answer for each question. There will be 200 multiple choice questions and candidates will be given 3 hours to answer them. The exam will be held in English language only. There is a provision of negative marking in the exam. -1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. INI CET 2025 November exam is scheduled to be held on November 9, 2025 in computer-based mode.

Q: Will there negative marking in 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 Pattern: Explained

According to the pattern of INI CET 2025 pattern, the examination will be conducted in a computer-based mode. The examination will be held at digital centres where each candidate will be allotted a separate system to attempt the examination. They will be issued separate login IDs for the exam day. Candidates will be allowed to log in to their accounts five minutes before the examination begins. The total duration for INI CET 2025 July session exam will be 180 minutes. On completion of the time, candidates will have to submit their tests online.

Type of Questions:

Questions for INI CET 2025 will be objective type. This implies that each question will have four response options. Candidates don't need to write a descriptive type answer, instead, they will have to choose the correct response from the given options.

However, more than one response can be correct for a given question. Such questions will fall under multiple correct answer type questions. Candidates will be marked according to the responses marked by them.

Single correct answer type question

Bile helps in __________

a) Digestion of proteins

b) Breaking down of nucleic acids

c) Emulsification of fats

d) Phagocytosis

The answer to the above question is ‘emulsification of fats’, thus candidate has to mark ‘c’. No other option given above is correct. Such type of questions will be called 'single-best answer' type questions.

Multiple correct answer type question

Such questions will have responses like

(1) If a, b, c are correct

(2) If a and c are correct

(3) If b and d are correct

(4) If all four (a, b, c, & d) are correct

Candidates should read and understand the question thoroughly to be able to answer such questions. Since more than one given option will be correct here, such questions are called 'multiple correct answer' type questions. Candidates must note that, though the question may have more than one correct answer, there is only one correct response even for these questions. Candidates will ahve to mark only one response on the OMR sheet for such questions.

INI CET 2025 Marking Scheme

AIIMS Delhi will release the official marking scheme for INI CET 2025 July session. As per the existing marking scheme, candidates will be getting -1/3 negative mark for every wrong answer in the exam. Check the details of the INI CET marking scheme in the table below:

Response Type	Marks Awarded
Correct answer	+1
Incorrect answer	-1/3
No response (unanswered questions)	0

INI CET 2025 Syllabus

INI CET 2025 syllabus comprises all subjects studied during MBBS. The syllabus mainly comprises three sections, clinical, pre and para clinical. All three sections comprise many subjects from anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology and others. Candidates should have idea about syllabus so that they have idea about what all subjcts have to be prepared to ace INI CET 2025 exam. Once candidates get an idea about the syllabus, they start plan, allocating time for each subjects.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Which part of INI CET syllabus is difficult to prepare?

All three subjects such as clinical, pre clinical, para clinical are equally difficult to prepare. Clinical topics are vast in comparison to pre and para clinical topics. Ideally candidates should focus on understanding the concept. Candidates should keep the fact in mind INI CET is one of the toughest exams so shallow preparation doesn’t work. They should have robust plan and strategy to crack the exam.

Q: How many marks will be deducted for wrong response in INI CET?

According to INI CET pattern, there is a provision of negative marking in the exam. Candidates will get +1 mark for every right answer while there will be a deduction of -1/3 mark for every wrong answer. Candidates are advised to answer only those questions where they feel confidence of right answer otherwise negative score may reduce the overall total score in INI CET 2025 exam.

INI CET 2025 November Exam Pattern: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Commonly asked questions

Q: How many questions to be answered to get a good rank in the INI CET exam?

Out of total 200 questions, candidates should attempt at least 170 questions to get good rank in INI CET exam. Though ranking depends on number of factors including overall difficulty level, candidates should answer minimum 150 questions correctly to get top rank in the exam.

Q: Why knowing INI CET exam pattern is important?

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.

Q: Do questions repeat in the INI CET exam?

At times, questions get repeated in the INI CET exam. But candidates are advised to prepare thoroughly so that they can answer every possible question in the exam. As the INI CET is one of the toughest exams, candidates should focus on concepts. At least two revisions are required before the exam date. After finishing the INI CET syllabus, candidates should appear in a mock test and solve previous question papers. Appearing in the mock test and analyzing their performance will boost their confidence.

Q: What is the format of INI CET exam?

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.

Q: Has AIIMS released pattern for INI CET 2025 November exam?

Yes. AIIMS released INI CET 2025 Nov exam pattern along with the official information brochure. The exam pattern comprises details about exam such as mode, medium, total number of question their type, marking scheme etc. The exam is scheduled to be held on November 9, 2025 in computer-based mode. A total of 200 qustions will be asked and candidates will be provided 3 hours to answer them.

Q: What will be the duration of INI CET 2025 exam?

Candidates will be given three hours or 180 minutes to attempt INI CET 2025 November exam question paper. According to INI CET 2025 exam pattern, a total of 200 multiple choice questions will be asked. Candidates will get 1 mark for every right answer and -1/3 for every wrong answer. No mark will be awarded or deducted for unanswered questions. Exam pattern is released along with the official information brochure.

Q: What is INI CET 2025 November exam date?

AIIMS has announced INI CET 2025 exam date for November exam. The exam will be held on November 9, 2025 in computer-based mode. AIIMS INI CET application process begins with basic registration. Candidates will have to complete the basic registration to proceed for the final registration. Candidates are advised to read the official information brochure once to know all about application process, eligibility criteria, exam pattern and the mrking scheme.

Q: Will INI CET exam be held in online or offline mode?

INI CET 2025 November exam will be conducted in computer-based mode. Candidates will be informed about name and address of the exam centre through INI CET 2025 Nov admit card. INI CET Nov 2025 exam is scheduled to be held on November 9, 2025. INI CET 2025 November question paper will comprise a total of 200 multiple choice questions and candidates will have 3 hours to answer them. Candidates must note that there is a provision of negative marking in the exam.

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Voltage by Vector Electromagnetic Spectrum Electromagnetic Waves Displacement Current Total Internal Reflection Refraction through a Prism Optical Instruments Derivation of Lens Formula Reflection of Light by Spherical Mirrors Refraction at Spherical Surface and by Lenses Derive Equation of Motion by Calculus method Alternating Current Overview Mole Concept and Molar Mass STOICHIOMETRY AND STOICHIOMETRIC CALCULATIONS Percentage Composition Laws of Chemical Combination Atomic and Molecular Masses Properties of Matter and their Measurement Importance of Chemistry Overview Overview Atomic Models Discovery of Sub Atomic Particles Towards Quantum Mechanical Model of Atom Quantum Mechanical Model of Atom Electronic Configuration Types of Elements Periodic Table Electronic Configuration of Element Periodic Trends in Properties of Elements Genesis of Periodic Classification Nomenclature of Elements with Atomic Numbers Present Form of Periodic Table Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure 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INI CET Nov 2025 exam was held on November 9, 2025. INI CET exam was conducted from 9 am to 12 pm. The exam was held for computer-based mode.

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When will AIIMS open correction window for INI CET Nov 2025 exam?

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AIIMS opened correction window for INI CET Nov 2025 exam on October 24, 2025. Candidates could modify/correct details through correction window. The last date for correction window for INI CET 2025 November exam was October 26, 2025. Deadline to submit application form was October 21, 2025.

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What is INI CET 2025 November exam date?

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INI CET Nov 2025 exam was held on November 9, 2025 at around 130 test cities. The exam was conducted in computer-based mode at allotted test centres across country. AIIMS will upload INI CET 2025 result on November 15, 2025.

Kartik Khanna

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Can I join AIIMS Bibinagar MD course without INI CET?

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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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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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