Registrations are now open for AIIMS MBBS entrance. Here’s a look at how you can gain admission in 15 top institutions, plus an update on NEET and JIPMER…
The notification for AIIMS MBBS 2019 comes as good news for prospective applicants as six new AIIMS have been added, taking the number of institutions to 15 (See Box) and consequent increase in seats. The exam will be held on May 25 and May 26, 2019 at more than 300 centres in 155 cities across 29 states and three Union Territories.
The newly introduced facility of Prospective Applicants Advanced Registration (PAAR) helps candidates avoid last minute rush and possible rejections. There has also been a change in the eligibility for PwD candidates with a reduction in minimum marks required in the qualifying examination.
Eligibility
The information bulletin will be published only on January 29. However, details regarding educational qualification are available. Indian Nationals, Nonresidents of India (NRIs), Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) must qualify Class 12 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English. In the qualifying examination, a minimum of 60% in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English is required for General and OBC candidates, at least 50% for SC/ST and 45% for PwD.
Applicants should also have completed 17 years of age on or before December 31, 2019.
When and how to apply?
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