After the INI SS 2026 upgrade freeze on June 29, 2026, students who accepted a seat under "Accept and Upgrade" must either report to their allotted institute or formally surrender or withdraw — no further upgrades are possible after this date.
INI SS 2026 counselling is conducted by AIIMS Delhi at aiimsexams.ac.in for DM, MCh, and MD Hospital Administration seats across Institutes of National Importance. Once the upgrade window closes, your allotted seat becomes final. Understanding the surrender and withdrawal process is critical — it determines whether you retain your security deposit and remain eligible for future INI SS sessions.
- Upgrade freeze date: June 29, 2026 — after this, all "Accept and Upgrade" seats convert to final allotments.
- Students who do not report to their allotted institute must formally surrender or withdraw via the AIIMS portal before the deadline.
- Security deposit refund depends on when you surrender — before or after joining formalities at the institute.
- Surrendering after the final round means exiting INI SS 2026 counselling entirely with no re-entry.
- Not responding at all after allotment leads to automatic seat cancellation and forfeiture of the security deposit.
| Direct Link: INI SS 2026 Official Counselling Portal — aiimsexams.ac.in |
Seat Acceptance Options: Freeze vs Upgrade
When INI SS 2026 seat allotment results are declared, each student with an allotted seat must respond through the portal within the stipulated deadline. You will typically see the following options:
| Option | What It Means | Eligible for Further Rounds |
|---|---|---|
| Accept and Freeze | You accept the current seat as final and exit upgrade consideration | No |
| Accept and Upgrade | You accept the current seat as a backup but remain in the pool for a better preference in the next round | Yes, until upgrade freeze date |
| Surrender or Withdraw | You give up the allotted seat and exit the current or all remaining rounds | Subject to round-specific rules |
Choosing "Accept and Upgrade" keeps you in contention for a higher-preference specialty or institute in subsequent rounds. However, once the upgrade freeze deadline passes, your current allotment becomes your final seat and no further changes are permitted through the upgrade mechanism.
What Happens at Upgrade Freeze
After June 29, 2026, the INI SS 2026 upgrade window closes permanently. All students who chose "Accept and Upgrade" in any earlier round will have their most recent allotment treated as a final, frozen seat. At this stage, you have two clear paths:
- Report for joining — proceed to your allotted institute with all required documents within the joining deadline. This confirms your admission for the session.
- Surrender or Withdraw — formally exit the counselling process through the AIIMS portal. This releases your seat, which may then be offered to waitlisted students in any subsequent vacancy round.
Students who neither report nor surrender after the upgrade freeze risk automatic seat cancellation. In such cases, the security deposit is typically forfeited and future participation in INI SS counselling may be restricted. Always complete the exit process formally through aiimsexams.ac.in — do not simply stop responding.
How to Surrender Your INI SS 2026 Seat
If you have an allotted seat in INI SS 2026 but decide not to join, you must surrender it online before the published deadline. Follow these steps on the official portal:
- Visit aiimsexams.ac.in and log in with your registered credentials.
- Open the INI SS 2026 Counselling section from your applicant dashboard.
- Select "Surrender Seat" or the equivalent option shown for your current round status.
- Read the refund and forfeiture terms displayed on screen before proceeding.
- Submit the declaration to confirm your surrender — this step is irreversible once completed.
- Download and save the surrender acknowledgement slip for your records.
Once a surrender is confirmed, your allotment is cancelled immediately and the seat is released back to the counselling pool. You cannot re-enter the same round or reverse a confirmed surrender through the portal.
Withdrawal Process and Consequences
Withdrawal from INI SS 2026 counselling is a complete exit — unlike surrendering a seat in one round, withdrawal means you opt out of all remaining INI SS 2026 activity. The consequences vary by the stage at which you withdraw:
| Stage of Withdrawal | Implication |
|---|---|
| Before accepting any allotted seat | Exit from all rounds; full security deposit refund typically applicable |
| After accepting a seat, before upgrade freeze | Exit all remaining rounds; refund subject to AIIMS Delhi’s stated deduction policy |
| After upgrade freeze, before joining the institute | Seat released to the pool; partial refund expected after processing fee deduction |
| After joining the allotted institute | Security deposit typically forfeited; institute’s own exit process must also be followed |
| No response (neither report nor withdraw) | Automatic seat cancellation; deposit forfeited; possible bar on future INI SS participation |
Students withdrawing after they have physically joined an institute must also submit a written application to the Dean or Academic Section at that institute, in addition to updating their status through the AIIMS portal. Both steps are required for the exit to be treated as formal.
Security Deposit Refund Policy
INI SS 2026 students pay a security deposit at the time of counselling registration. Refund eligibility is linked directly to the stage at which you exit the process:
| Stage of Surrender or Withdrawal | Expected Refund Status |
|---|---|
| Before accepting any allotted seat | Full refund after counselling cycle closes |
| After accepting, before upgrade freeze (June 29, 2026) | Full or partial refund — subject to AIIMS Delhi’s deduction schedule for 2026 |
| After upgrade freeze, before joining | Partial refund — processing or administrative fee typically deducted |
| After joining the allotted institute | No refund — security deposit forfeited in most cases |
The exact refund amounts and processing timelines for INI SS 2026 will be published in the official counselling information bulletin at aiimsexams.ac.in. Refunds are credited back to the original payment source and typically take 15 to 30 working days after the counselling cycle ends. Contact the AIIMS Delhi Academic Section if a refund is not received within this period.
Key Dates and Deadlines
The following schedule is based on the INI SS 2026 counselling calendar. Always verify the latest dates at aiimsexams.ac.in as timelines are subject to revision:
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Upgrade freeze — final round seat acceptance | June 29, 2026 |
| Last date for online seat surrender (post upgrade freeze) | To be notified on aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Joining or reporting deadline at allotted institute | To be notified on aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Security deposit refund processing | 15–30 working days after the counselling cycle ends |
INI SS 2026 Seat Surrender and Withdrawal FAQs
Ques. Can I re-enter INI SS 2026 counselling after surrendering my seat?
Ans. If you surrender a seat during an intermediate round and subsequent rounds are scheduled, you may be eligible to participate in those rounds. However, surrendering after the final round or after the upgrade freeze date means you exit INI SS 2026 counselling completely with no option to re-enter. Check the round-specific rules on the AIIMS portal for clarity.
Ques. What is the difference between seat surrender and withdrawal in INI SS 2026?
Ans. Seat surrender means giving up a specific round’s allotment while potentially remaining eligible for subsequent rounds. Withdrawal is a complete exit from all remaining INI SS 2026 counselling activity. Both must be done formally through the AIIMS portal — do not simply stop responding to allotments.
Ques. Will I get my security deposit back if I surrender after the upgrade freeze?
Ans. A partial refund is expected if you surrender after the upgrade freeze but before joining the allotted institute. The exact refund amount and any administrative deductions are detailed in the INI SS 2026 information bulletin at aiimsexams.ac.in. No refund is typically issued after you have physically joined the institute.
Ques. What happens if I do not respond after receiving an INI SS 2026 seat allotment?
Ans. If you neither accept, surrender, nor withdraw within the response deadline, your allotment is automatically cancelled. The security deposit is forfeited in such cases and you may face a bar on participation in future INI SS counselling sessions. Always respond formally — even if your decision is to exit.
Ques. Can I withdraw from INI SS 2026 after physically joining an institute?
Ans. Yes, but you must submit a written withdrawal application to the Dean or Academic Section of the institute in addition to updating your status on the AIIMS portal. The security deposit is generally forfeited after joining. The institute’s own internal withdrawal deadlines and procedures will also apply alongside the portal process.
Ques. How long does the INI SS 2026 security deposit refund take?
Ans. Refunds are typically processed within 15 to 30 working days after the INI SS 2026 counselling cycle is fully completed. The amount is credited to the original payment source. If the refund is not received within this period, contact the AIIMS Delhi Academic Section with your surrender acknowledgement as proof.
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