INI CET July 2026 SC category cutoff is expected between 95 and 130 marks and ST category cutoff between 85 and 120 marks out of 200, based on INI CET 2025 counselling trends across broad specialties at all participating Institutes of National Importance.
INI CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test) July 2026 is conducted by AIIMS New Delhi for admission to MD, MS, MDS, DM, MCh, and MHA programs at AIIMS campuses, PGI Chandigarh, JIPMER Puducherry, NIMHANS Bengaluru, and SCTIMST Thiruvananthapuram. SC students benefit from 15% reservation and ST students from 7.5% reservation in the total seat matrix. Specialty-wise closing marks vary by program popularity and seat availability at each institute. The figures below reflect expected estimates based on INI CET 2025 counselling trends and will be updated once the official July 2026 cutoff is released at aiimsexams.ac.in.
- SC category qualifying marks for INI CET July 2026 are expected around 90 out of 200 across broad clinical specialties.
- ST category qualifying marks are expected around 80 out of 200 — roughly 8 to 12 marks lower than SC closing marks for the same specialty.
- Competitive specialties like General Medicine, Radiodiagnosis, and General Surgery carry the highest SC/ST closing marks; DM and MCh super-specialty programs are comparatively lower.
- AIIMS New Delhi has the most competitive SC/ST closing marks among all participating INIs, followed by PGI Chandigarh and JIPMER Puducherry.
- The official INI CET July 2026 SC and ST cutoff will be published at aiimsexams.ac.in after result declaration.
| Direct Link — INI CET July 2026 Official Website (Active) |
INI CET SC and ST Cutoff 2026: Quick Overview
INI CET July 2026 grants admission to MD, MS, MDS, DM, MCh, and MHA programs at AIIMS New Delhi, PGI Chandigarh, JIPMER Puducherry, NIMHANS Bengaluru, SCTIMST Thiruvananthapuram, and all newer AIIMS campuses. The exam consists of 200 multiple-choice questions carrying 1 mark each (total 200 marks) with one-third negative marking. The table below summarises expected qualifying and closing marks for SC and ST students.
| Category | Reservation | Expected Qualifying Marks (out of 200) | Expected Closing Marks Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 15% | ~90 | 95–130 |
| ST | 7.5% | ~80 | 85–120 |
| General (for reference) | — | ~130 | 130–155 |
All figures above are expected based on INI CET 2025 counselling trends. Closing marks represent the minimum score at which the last seat was filled in a category during counselling. They are subject to change depending on exam difficulty, number of applicants, and the July 2026 seat matrix.
Previous Year INI CET SC and ST Category Closing Marks
INI CET 2025 SC and ST category closing marks provide the most reliable baseline for predicting July 2026 figures. Broad clinical branches such as General Medicine, Radiodiagnosis, and General Surgery attract the most SC and ST students and therefore carry the highest closing marks in each session. Super-specialty programs (DM and MCh) close at lower marks due to a smaller pool of eligible students and fewer reserved seats.
| Specialty | Program | SC Closing Marks (Based on 2025 Trends) | ST Closing Marks (Based on 2025 Trends) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | MD | 120–128 | 110–118 |
| Radiodiagnosis | MD | 118–126 | 108–118 |
| General Surgery | MS | 115–125 | 105–115 |
| Obstetrics and Gynecology | MD | 112–122 | 102–112 |
| Pediatrics | MD | 110–120 | 100–110 |
| Orthopedics | MS | 108–118 | 98–110 |
| Anesthesiology | MD | 105–115 | 95–108 |
| Psychiatry | MD | 100–112 | 90–105 |
| Cardiology | DM | 95–108 | 88–100 |
| Neurology | DM | 95–110 | 85–100 |
| Hospital Administration | MHA | 90–105 | 80–98 |
Expected INI CET July 2026 SC and ST Cutoff by Specialty
The INI CET July 2026 SC and ST category cutoffs are expected to rise marginally by 2 to 5 marks in high-demand specialties compared to the previous session. If the July 2026 paper is moderately difficult, overall marks may stay in a similar range. All values below are expected estimates based on 2025 trends and are not official figures.
| Specialty | Program | Expected SC Cutoff — July 2026 | Expected ST Cutoff — July 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | MD | 122–130 | 112–120 |
| Radiodiagnosis | MD | 120–128 | 110–120 |
| General Surgery | MS | 117–127 | 107–117 |
| Obstetrics and Gynecology | MD | 114–124 | 104–114 |
| Pediatrics | MD | 112–122 | 102–112 |
| Orthopedics | MS | 110–120 | 100–112 |
| Anesthesiology | MD | 107–117 | 97–110 |
| Psychiatry | MD | 102–114 | 92–107 |
| Cardiology | DM | 97–110 | 90–103 |
| Neurology | DM | 97–112 | 87–102 |
| Hospital Administration | MHA | 92–107 | 82–100 |
INI CET Participating Institutes and SC/ST Competitiveness
INI CET July 2026 SC and ST closing marks are not uniform across all institutes. AIIMS New Delhi consistently records the highest closing marks even for reserved categories. Students with SC or ST category scores in the 95 to 110 range who may not secure AIIMS Delhi can still qualify at newer AIIMS campuses or other participating INIs for the same specialty.
| Institute | SC/ST Competitiveness | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS New Delhi | Highest | SC/ST closing marks 10–15 marks above other INIs across most specialties |
| PGI Chandigarh | High | Second most competitive; SC/ST closing marks closely follow AIIMS Delhi |
| JIPMER Puducherry | Moderate–High | SC/ST closing marks broadly comparable to PGI Chandigarh |
| NIMHANS Bengaluru | Moderate | Specific to Psychiatry and Neuroscience programs; moderate SC/ST closing marks |
| AIIMS Bhopal, Jodhpur, Rishikesh | Moderate | SC/ST closing marks 8–12 marks lower than AIIMS Delhi for the same specialty |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Patna, Raipur | Lower | More accessible for SC/ST students; closing marks are lower across most specialties |
| SCTIMST Thiruvananthapuram | Moderate | Cardiology and Neurology focus; moderate SC/ST closing marks |
Factors Affecting INI CET SC and ST Cutoff
Several variables determine where INI CET July 2026 SC and ST closing marks settle after all counselling rounds are complete. Understanding these factors helps students set realistic targets before filling their choices.
- Number of SC/ST applicants: A larger pool of qualified SC and ST students scoring above the qualifying threshold pushes closing marks upward in popular specialties.
- Exam difficulty level: A harder July 2026 paper lowers raw scores across all categories; closing marks shift downward accordingly, benefiting students who scored below the typical range.
- Seat matrix for July 2026: Any increase or reduction in SC/ST reserved seats at participating INIs directly changes closing marks for that specialty and institute combination.
- Choice-filling patterns: Heavy preference for AIIMS Delhi and high-demand specialties raises closing marks at those spots; less-preferred branches close at lower marks for SC and ST students.
- Mop-up and stray vacancy rounds: Additional counselling rounds extend the closing mark lower for unfilled SC/ST seats and give students with slightly lower scores a second opportunity.
INI CET July 2026 SC ST Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected INI CET July 2026 SC category cutoff for General Medicine?
Ans. Based on INI CET 2025 trends, the SC category closing marks for General Medicine (MD) are expected between 122 and 130 out of 200. The exact cutoff will be confirmed on aiimsexams.ac.in after the official result and counselling round for July 2026.
Ques. Is the INI CET ST cutoff lower than the SC cutoff for the same specialty?
Ans. Yes. ST category closing marks are generally 8 to 12 marks lower than SC closing marks for the same specialty and institute. This reflects the difference in reservation percentage: 7.5% for ST students versus 15% for SC students.
Ques. Which INI CET July 2026 specialty has the lowest SC/ST closing marks?
Ans. Hospital Administration (MHA) and less-popular DM and MCh super-specialties tend to have the lowest SC/ST closing marks — expected around 92 to 107 for SC and 82 to 100 for ST students based on 2025 trends.
Ques. Where will the official INI CET July 2026 SC/ST cutoff be published?
Ans. The official INI CET July 2026 cutoff and merit list for SC and ST categories will be published on aiimsexams.ac.in. Check the counselling section of the official portal after the result is declared.
Ques. Does the INI CET SC/ST cutoff differ across institutes for the same specialty?
Ans. Yes. AIIMS New Delhi has the highest SC/ST closing marks, followed by PGI Chandigarh and JIPMER. Newer AIIMS campuses and other participating INIs have relatively lower closing marks for the same specialty and category, giving students with moderate scores more options.
Ques. What is the total marks for INI CET 2026?
Ans. INI CET 2026 consists of 200 multiple-choice questions carrying 1 mark each, for a total of 200 marks. There is negative marking of one-third mark for each incorrect response. Unattempted questions carry no penalty.
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