AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026 (January Session)
AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026 notification has been officially released for the January 2026 session. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi invites online applications from eligible candidates for admission to its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program across 30+ departments. This prestigious program offers research opportunities in cutting-edge medical and life sciences fields with project funding from ICMR, DBT, SERB, and other national agencies.
The application process is completely online through the official AIIMS exams portal. Candidates can apply for up to three specialties/departments. The selection involves a three-stage process including computer-based test and departmental assessment. With 38 Fellowship Available (FA) seats and 39 Own Fellowship (OF) seats (total 77 seats), this AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026 provides excellent research opportunities for medical and non-medical graduates.
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Important Dates for AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
| Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Last date for Ministry of Health to forward “No Objection” for Foreign Nationals | 30th January, 2026 (upto 05:00 p.m) | Friday |
| Status of application & rejected applications with reason | 30th January, 2026 | Friday |
| Finalization of Centres and allotment of Roll Nos./Admit Card | 4th February, 2026 | Wednesday |
| Written Test through CBT (Online mode) | 7th February, 2026 | Saturday |
| Expected date of declaration of Result | 17th February, 2026 | Tuesday |
| Departmental Assessment | 24th & 25th February, 2026 | Tuesday, Wednesday |
| Final Result Declaration | 3rd March, 2026 | Tuesday |
| Last date for joining the PhD Program | 31st March, 2026 | Tuesday |
Exam Pattern & Structure for AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) [Online] |
| Duration of Examination | 90 Minutes (Stage I & II combined) |
| Date of Examination | 7th February, 2026 (Saturday) |
| Centre of Examination | Delhi/NCR only |
| Number of Shifts | 01 (One) |
| Timing of Examination | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (1.5 hr.) |
| Language of Paper | English |
| Type of Examination | Objective Type (MCQs) |
| Number of Questions | Stage I: 30 + Stage II: 40 = Total 70 |
| Marking Scheme | Correct Answer: +1 mark Incorrect Answer: -1/3 mark Unanswered/Marked for Review: 0 |
| Eligibility for Stage III | Minimum 35 marks in Stage I & II (Combined) |
Stage Details:
- Stage I (Aptitude): 30 MCQs covering English, Biostatistics, Research Methodology, Cell Biology, Lab Technology (40 minutes duration)
- Stage II (Subject Related): 40 MCQs of MD/MS/MDS/M.Sc. Entrance level (50 minutes duration)
- Candidates applying for multiple subjects attempt Stage I only once, but Stage II separately for each subject
Department-wise Seat Matrix for AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
| S.No. | Department/Centre | FA Seats | OF Seats | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anaesthesiology | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | Anatomy | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 3 | Biochemistry | 2 | 6 | 8 |
| 4 | Biophysics | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 5 | Biotechnology | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 6 | Cardiology | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 7 | Dermatology & Venereology | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 | Emergency Medicine (JPNATC) | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 9 | Endocrinology & Metabolism | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 10 | Forensic Medicine and Toxicology | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 11 | Gastroenterology & HNU | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 12 | Laboratory Medicine | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 13 | Laboratory Oncology (Dr. BRA IRCH) | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 14 | Medical Oncology (Dr. BRA IRCH) | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 15 | Microbiology | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 16 | Neuro-Biochemistry (NSC) | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 17 | Neurology | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 18 | Neuropathology (Neuroscience Centre) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 19 | Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 20 | Ophthalmology (Dr. R. P. Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 21 | Oral Pathology & Microbiology (Centre for Dental Education & Research-CDER) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 22 | Pathology | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 23 | Pediatrics | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 24 | Pharmacology | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 25 | Physiology | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| 26 | Plastic, Reconstructive & Burns Surgery | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 27 | Preventive Oncology | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 28 | Preventive Oncology (NCI Jhajjar) | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 29 | Psychiatry | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 30 | Stem Cell | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 77 | 38 | 39 |
Eligibility Criteria for AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
A. Medical Candidates
- MBBS/BDS with minimum 55% aggregate marks
- MD/MS/MDS/DM/M.Ch. in the subject concerned
- Diplomat of National Board of Examination
- Degrees must be from MCI/DCI recognized institutions
B. Nursing Candidates
- M.Sc. degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks in Nursing Speciality
C. Non-Medical Candidates
- Master’s Degree (two-year course) with at least 60% marks
- M.Sc. (except Nursing), M.Tech, BAMS, BHMS eligible
- Distance learning Master’s degrees are NOT eligible
- Specific degree requirements vary by department/project
Age Limit Examples (Department Specific):
- Anaesthesiology: Up to 35 years
- Anatomy: Up to 30 years
- Biochemistry: Up to 28-35 years (varies by project)
- Biophysics: Up to 30-35 years
- Cardiology: Up to 35 years
- Dermatology: Up to 35 years
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Special Weightage for Non-Medical Candidates:
- 10 marks added for candidates with valid National Entrance Test fellowship
- Eligible tests: CSIR-UGC NET JRF, ICMR-JRF, DBT-JRF, NBHM screening test
- Fellowship must be tenable at AIIMS, New Delhi
- Result must be declared between January 2024 and January 2026
Application Fee for AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC Category | Rs. 2000/- + Transaction Charges |
| SC/ST/EWS Category | Rs. 1600/- + Transaction Charges |
| PWBD Candidates | Exempted from any Fee |
Important: No amendment/rectification is allowed in Name, Date of Birth, Community, Department and PWBD status after payment of application fee. Uploaded images cannot be changed later.
Selection Process for AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
Three-Stage Selection Process:
- Stage I & II (Written Test – CBT):
- 70 MCQs (30 Aptitude + 40 Subject Specific)
- Minimum 35 marks required to qualify for Stage III
- Negative marking: -1/3 for wrong answers
- Special Weightage Marks:
- Medical/Dental/Nursing: 10 marks added if eligible for Stage III
- Non-Medical: 10 marks added for valid National Entrance Test fellowship
- Stage III (Departmental Assessment):
- 3 times candidates called as number of seats
- Clinical/Practical/Laboratory-based assessment (20 marks)
Final Merit & Seat Allocation:
- Candidates must secure minimum 50% marks in combined Stages I, II, III including special weightage
- All seats in a department are clubbed together
- Candidates can apply for maximum 3 departments
- Allocation based on merit order in entrance examination
- Candidates with Own Fellowship (OF) can choose from both FA and OF seats
- Candidates without fellowship can choose only FA seats
Tie-breaking Rule: In case of tie, older candidate (by date of birth) gets preference over younger candidate.
Course Duration & Regulations for AIIMS Delhi PhD 2026
- Minimum Duration: 3 years from registration to thesis submission
- Maximum Duration: 5 years (can be extended to 5.5 years in exceptional circumstances)
- Extension beyond 5 years: Maximum 6 months with Dean Committee approval
- Extension beyond 5.5 years: Only in highly exceptional circumstances (medical exigencies, natural calamities) with Academic Committee approval
- Cancellation: Registration cancelled if thesis not submitted within maximum period
Leaves Entitlement:
- 30 days leave per year
- Leave beyond 30 days treated as Extraordinary Leave (EOL)
- Maximum EOL: 3 months in entire 5-year registration period
- Maternity leave as per existing rules for female candidates
- Study leave for project work outside AIIMS: Maximum 6 months in entire registration
Application Process & Documents for AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
Online Registration Steps:
- Visit official website: www.aiimsexams.ac.in
- Read Prospectus and Help Manual carefully
- Register with mandatory details and pay fee online
- Fill application form step by step
- Upload required documents and images
- Submit and take print of Registration Form
Documents Required:
- Recent color passport photograph (3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background)
- Signature (6 × 3 cm box, black/blue pen, not in CAPITAL letters)
- Left Thumb Impression
- Valid National Entrance Test award letter (for OF category)
- No Objection Certificate from employer (if employed)
- Sponsorship Certificate (for sponsored candidates)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWBD)
Application Tools
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Image Specifications:
- Photograph: Recent color passport size (not older than 6 months), 3.5×4.5 cm, white background, 10KB-100KB
- Signature: In box of 6×3 cm, black/blue pen, not initials or CAPITAL letters, 10KB-50KB
- Left Thumb Impression: Clear impression on white paper
Critical Warning: No additional opportunity will be provided to upload or correct documents if invalid photo/signature/thumb impression is uploaded. Application will be rejected without correspondence.
Important Instructions:
- Do not register more than three applications
- Duplicate applications will lead to cancellation
- Check application status regularly on “MyPage”
- Download and retain copy of Registration Form till admission completion
- Admit cards will be available online only (not sent by post)
- Any discrepancy should be reported within 24 hours of examination
Disclaimer: This information is based on the official AIIMS Delhi PhD Admission 2026 Prospectus for January session. Candidates must verify all details from the official website www.aiimsexams.ac.in before applying.
