Scoring 180 marks in INI CET July 2026 places you in the top 0.5% of all appearing candidates, with an expected General category rank between 100 and 250 and a percentile of approximately 99.6 to 99.8, based on INI CET July 2025 trends.
INI CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test) is conducted by AIIMS New Delhi twice a year for admission to MD, MS, DM (6 years), MCh (6 years), and MDS programs at premier institutions including all AIIMS campuses, JIPMER Puducherry, PGI Chandigarh, NIMHANS Bengaluru, and SCTIMST Trivandrum. The July 2026 session exam was held on June 27, 2026. A score of 180 out of 200 — that is, 90% of the total — is an exceptional result that opens doors to most specialties at newer AIIMS institutes and to selective departments at AIIMS New Delhi and JIPMER.
- Total marks in INI CET July 2026: 200 (200 MCQs at +1 per correct; −1/3 per wrong answer)
- 180 marks = 90% of the total — a score that very few candidates achieve
- Expected percentile at 180 marks: approximately 99.6 to 99.8 based on July 2025 session data
- Expected General category rank: approximately 100 to 250
- At this rank, most MD/MS specialties at JIPMER, PGI Chandigarh, NIMHANS, and newer AIIMS are accessible; select departments at AIIMS New Delhi are also within reach
- Qualifying percentile: 50th percentile for General/EWS; 45th percentile for OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD
| Direct Link — INI CET July 2026 Result and Scorecard at aiimsexams.ac.in |
INI CET July 2026 Exam Pattern and Scoring
INI CET is a computer-based test (CBT) of 200 objective-type questions with a duration of 3 hours. Each correct answer earns +1 mark; each wrong answer deducts −1/3 mark; unanswered questions carry 0. The maximum total score is therefore 200 marks. Ranks are determined using a percentile-based system — your standing relative to all appearing candidates, not just your raw score. At the top of the rank list, even a difference of 2 to 3 marks can shift your rank by 50 to 100 positions, so accuracy matters as much as attempt count.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Wrong Answer | −1/3 mark |
| Unanswered | 0 marks |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Mode | Computer-based test (CBT) |
| Qualifying Percentile — General and EWS | 50th percentile |
| Qualifying Percentile — OBC, SC, ST, PwBD | 45th percentile |
180 Marks in INI CET July 2026: Expected Rank and Percentile
A score of 180 out of 200 is equivalent to 90% of the total marks and typically corresponds to a percentile of 99.6 to 99.8 in INI CET — meaning you have outperformed at least 99.6% of all test takers. Based on INI CET July 2025 session analysis, this percentile translates to a General category rank in the range of approximately 100 to 250. The table below maps score bands to expected ranks and percentiles based on previous session trends.
| Marks Range (out of 200) | Expected Percentile | Expected General Category Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 190–200 | 99.9 and above | 1–50 |
| 180–189 | 99.6–99.9 | 51–250 |
| 170–179 | 99.0–99.6 | 251–600 |
| 160–169 | 98.0–99.0 | 601–1,200 |
| 150–159 | 96.0–98.0 | 1,201–2,500 |
| 140–149 | 93.0–96.0 | 2,501–4,500 |
| 130–139 | 88.0–93.0 | 4,501–7,000 |
All rank figures above are expected estimates based on INI CET July 2025 trends. Actual ranks in July 2026 will vary depending on the total number of appearing candidates, exam difficulty, and score distribution specific to this session.
Category-wise Expected Rank for 180 Marks in INI CET July 2026
INI CET generates separate merit lists for each category — General (UR), OBC, EWS, SC, and ST. Your category rank is always lower than your overall rank, which significantly improves your institute and specialty options if you belong to a reserved category. At 180 marks, SC and ST category students in particular are positioned to access top-demand specialties at AIIMS New Delhi that would otherwise require a General category rank in the top 50.
| Category | Expected Rank Range at 180 Marks | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 100–250 | Most specialties at newer AIIMS accessible; selective departments at AIIMS Delhi |
| EWS | 60–130 | Strong access to AIIMS Delhi mid-tier and newer AIIMS top specialties |
| OBC | 40–90 | Good access to competitive specialties at AIIMS Delhi and JIPMER |
| SC | 15–40 | Broad access including Radiodiagnosis and Medicine at AIIMS Delhi |
| ST | 5–18 | Top choice of specialties and institutes available |
These are expected figures based on INI CET 2025 session data and category-wise participation patterns. Students in reserved categories at 180 marks are in a strong position across almost all institutes and most specialty choices in the counselling process.
INI CET July 2026 Institute and Specialty Chances at 180 Marks
At an expected General category rank of 100 to 250, you are a strong contender for the majority of MD/MS seats at newer AIIMS campuses, JIPMER Puducherry, PGI Chandigarh, NIMHANS Bengaluru, and SCTIMST Trivandrum. At AIIMS New Delhi, the highest-demand specialties typically close within the top 50 to 80 General category ranks. However, mid-range and emerging clinical specialties remain accessible around ranks 150 to 250, as observed in INI CET July 2025 Round 1 seat allocation data.
| Institute | Expected Specialty Access at General Rank 100–250 (Based on 2025 Trends) |
|---|---|
| AIIMS New Delhi | Emergency Medicine, Transfusion Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Nuclear Medicine, select surgical sub-specialties |
| JIPMER Puducherry | Most MD/MS specialties including Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, General Surgery, Radiodiagnosis |
| PGI Chandigarh | Most clinical and pre-clinical MD/MS specialties; Radiodiagnosis and Internal Medicine are competitive even here |
| NIMHANS Bengaluru | Psychiatry, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Clinical Neurosciences, Biophysics |
| AIIMS Bhopal, Jodhpur, Bhubaneswar, Rishikesh | Broad availability across MD/MS specialties including Radiodiagnosis, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Surgery, Dermatology |
| Newer AIIMS (Nagpur, Gorakhpur, Kalyani, Mangalagiri, Deoghar, Bibinagar, Vijaypur) | All offered MD/MS specialties available; seat intake expanding progressively each session |
| SCTIMST Trivandrum | Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Biomedical Technology, and related disciplines |
Specialties that typically close earliest at AIIMS New Delhi — often within the top 30 to 50 General ranks — include Radiodiagnosis, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, and Ophthalmology. For SC and ST students scoring 180 marks, these top-demand specialties at AIIMS Delhi are a realistic target.
INI CET counselling runs across multiple rounds: Round 1, Round 2, and an Open Round. Seats unfilled after each round roll over, giving you additional chances to secure a preferred institute or specialty even if your first-round allocation is not ideal.
INI CET July 2026: 180 Marks Rank FAQs
Ques. What is the total marks in INI CET July 2026?
Ans. INI CET consists of 200 objective-type MCQs with +1 mark for each correct answer, making the maximum total marks 200. Each wrong answer deducts 1/3 mark. A score of 180 marks represents 90% of the total.
Ques. What rank can I expect at 180 marks in INI CET July 2026?
Ans. Based on INI CET July 2025 trends, 180 marks is expected to correspond to a General category rank of approximately 100 to 250 and a percentile of 99.6 to 99.8. Actual rank for the July 2026 session depends on the number of appearing candidates and overall difficulty level.
Ques. Can I get AIIMS New Delhi at 180 marks in INI CET July 2026?
Ans. Yes, select specialties at AIIMS New Delhi are accessible at a General rank of 100 to 250, including Emergency Medicine, Transfusion Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Nuclear Medicine based on 2025 trends. The highest-demand specialties such as Radiodiagnosis, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Pediatrics at AIIMS Delhi typically require a rank within the top 50 to 80 for General category students.
Ques. What is the qualifying percentile for INI CET July 2026?
Ans. The minimum qualifying percentile is the 50th percentile for General and EWS students, and the 45th percentile for OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD students. A score of 180 marks is well above the qualifying threshold across all categories.
Ques. How is rank calculated in INI CET?
Ans. INI CET ranks are based on a percentile scoring formula: percentile = (number of candidates who scored equal to or less than you divided by total candidates) multiplied by 100. Separate percentile scores and ranks are generated for each category. In the top 200 ranks, a 2 to 3 mark difference in raw score can shift your rank by 50 to 100 positions.
Ques. Which institutes can I target at 180 marks in INI CET July 2026?
Ans. At 180 marks and an expected General rank of 100 to 250, you can target most MD/MS specialties at JIPMER Puducherry, PGI Chandigarh, NIMHANS Bengaluru, and AIIMS Bhopal, Jodhpur, Bhubaneswar, and Rishikesh. Select specialties at AIIMS New Delhi are also accessible. Reserved category students at 180 marks have access to a wider range of top specialties including at AIIMS Delhi.
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