AIIMS Delhi Schedules PhD Entrance Exam for January 2026 Session on November 29

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Content Writer | Updated On - Oct 5, 2025

The registration process needs your personal details, academic information, and a valid email ID and phone number for communication.

AIIMS Delhi Schedules PhD Entrance Exam for January 2026 Session

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi is set to conduct the Doctorate Entrance Examination for the January 2026 session. The exam will take place on November 29, 2025, and candidates can expect the results to be declared on December 5, 2025. Registrations for the examination will open shortly on the official AIIMS examination portal aiimsexams.ac.in.

The AIIMS Doctorate Entrance Exam is a crucial step for candidates aspiring to pursue doctoral-level research programs in medical and allied health sciences. This exam evaluates applicants on a range of subjects pertinent to their chosen specialisation and is recognised for its stringent evaluation standards.

Candidates interested in applying are advised to keep a close watch on the official AIIMS website for the registration dates and guidelines. The registration process typically requires submission of personal details, academic credentials, and a valid email ID and phone number for further communications. Early registration is recommended as the application window is often limited and highly competitive.

AIIMS PhD January 2026 Session Dates

Candidates can check the important dates related to registration, examination, and result declaration below.

Particulars	Dates (Tentative)
Entrance Examination (Stage I)	29th November, 2025
Result Notification	05th December, 2025
Departmental Assessment (Stage II)	Dates will be declared later
Final Result Notification	Dates will be declared later

AIIMS PhD Eligibility Criteria 2026 - January Session

To be eligible, candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline:

Medical fields: MD/MS/DM/MCh or equivalent from a recognised university.
Allied health/biomedical sciences: M.Sc., M.Tech., M.Pharm, or equivalent in the relevant subject.

Candidates should have secured a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates) in their qualifying degree. Typically, there is no upper age limit, and candidates must be Indian citizens, although some seats may be reserved for foreign nationals under specific guidelines. Certain programs may require prior research experience or publications, depending on the department.