How is AIIMS PG different from NEET PG?

AIIMS PG is conducted independently by AIIMS for admission to MD/MS/MDS/DM/MCh programs at all AIIMS institutes, whereas NEET PG is the national entrance for all other PG medical admissions in India. AIIMS PG uses a CBT format with random subject allocation, where candidates receive a unique set of questions from randomized subjects, making each paper different. AIIMS PG is considered extremely competitive given the limited AIIMS seats and the prestigious nature of an AIIMS PG degree. NEET PG has now been merged with other exams for most government medical colleges, but AIIMS continues to conduct its own entrance.

What specializations are available at AIIMS for MD/MS?

AIIMS offers MD/MS programs in a wide range of specializations including General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Anesthesia, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Radiodiagnosis, Radiotherapy, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Anatomy, Pharmacology, and Community Medicine. AIIMS New Delhi has the most seats and widest range of specializations. Seats in clinical specializations like Radiodiagnosis, Dermatology, and Ophthalmology are extremely competitive, while basic science specializations have relatively lower cutoffs.

What is the stipend for AIIMS PG students?

AIIMS PG students receive a monthly stipend that is among the highest for government medical PG programs in India. As of recent revisions, Junior Residents (1st year) receive approximately Rs. 95,000-1,00,000 per month, with increments in subsequent years. Senior Residents after MD/MS can earn Rs. 1,20,000 or more per month at AIIMS. In addition to stipend, PG students receive accommodation in AIIMS hostels, free or subsidized meals in the mess, and access to all AIIMS facilities. The AIIMS stipend is significantly higher than most state government and private medical college PG stipends.

How should I prepare for AIIMS PG?

AIIMS PG preparation requires comprehensive revision of all 19 subjects (Pre-clinical, Para-clinical, and Clinical) from MBBS, as the CBT randomly allocates subject combinations. High-yield topics across all subjects must be covered. Use standard references like Harrison's for Medicine, Nelson's for Pediatrics, Bailey & Love for Surgery, and subject-specific books. Solve 10+ years of AIIMS PG previous papers and comprehensive PG question banks. Take regular subject-wise and full-length mock tests. The key differentiator is understanding concepts deeply rather than superficial memorization.

How many AIIMS seats are available through AIIMS PG entrance?

The number of PG seats across all AIIMS institutes varies by session but typically ranges from 500 to 700 seats across all specializations in both January and July sessions combined. AIIMS New Delhi has the highest number of seats, with other AIIMS institutes (Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Jodhpur, Patna, Raipur, Rishikesh, Nagpur, Gorakhpur, Bathinda, Bibinagar, Deoghar, Kalyani, Mangalagiri, Rajkot) contributing additional seats. Competition is extremely fierce, with thousands of MBBS graduates competing for these highly prestigious positions.

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AIIMS PG Preparation Guide

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for AIIMS PG 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyVery Hard

Total Marks100

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Frequency

Twice a year (January and July sessions)

Next Exam Date

November 2026

EEligibility Criteria

MBBS from MCI/NMC-recognized institution with internship completion; valid NMC registration

ANumber of Attempts

No attempt limit; must renew registration if required

Study Plan by Subject

Pre-clinical Subjects

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Para-clinical Subjects

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Clinical Subjects (random allocation)

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Cover all 19 MBBS subjects systematically using a comprehensive timetable — divide subjects into Pre-clinical, Para-clinical, and Clinical groups and revise each group monthly.

Focus on high-yield image-based and concept-based questions as AIIMS PG CBT includes visual clinical cases; practice interpreting X-rays, ECGs, and histopathology images.

Use a good PG question bank (Mudit Khanna, ACROSS, or Prepladder) alongside standard textbooks; supplement with recent review articles for updated clinical guidelines.

Take at least 2 full-length AIIMS PG pattern mock tests per week in the final 3 months and rigorously analyze all mistakes to plug knowledge gaps.

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
Pre-clinical Subjects	33	33	30 min
Para-clinical Subjects	33	33	30 min
Clinical Subjects (random allocation)	33	33	30 min
Total	100	100	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

September 2026

Next Exam Date

November 2026

Conducted By

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

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