Bhubaneswar is a lovely city and the campus is tranquil and beautiful, unlike the hustle and bustle of life at AIIMS Delhi. As you enter, you will see a blue-roof hospital. Next, you will have an orientation program that lasts for 10 days. Here is a year-wise glimpse of life at AIIMS Bhubaneshwar.

1st Year

• The first year at AIIMS Bhubaneshwar witnesses fast-paced studies and a very hectic schedule
• You have to wake up as early as 6 30 and be back to bed by 12 in the morning.
• There is very limited freedom and fun inside the campus and students go out occasionally for a break
• Around November, the restrictions on first-year students are relaxed a bit.
• The first year focuses more on studies and less on fun.

2nd Year

• This year begins with a fun-filled trip to JIPMER Spandan
• The 3rd-semester witnesses many fun events and you will be busy with a number o events lined up like Annual Day, Ganesh Puja, and Durga Puja Vacations.
• Many students fall back on their studies during this year because of too many extracurricular activities. So make sure you maintain a balance.
• Overall, the second year is more relaxed than the first year.

3rd Year : 

• This year is probably the most laid-back year 
• Many students start joining extracurriculars such as swimming classes 
• There are no evening classes
• Weekends are usually spent outside hanging out with friends
• The postings are also easy and flexible

The life of a student is how he fashions it and there is no fixed lifestyle. Some spend their days in the library reading while some prefer going out and exploring things for fun.

While AIIMS Delhi is the first choice for every medical student, my sister chose AIIMS Bhubaneswar over AIIMS Delhi. Here are a few reasons that made her take this bold decision.

• The primary most factor that should determine your choice of college should be its proximity to home. Bhubaneswar is just 6 hours by train and 45 minutes by flight from our home. She loved the fact that she could make surprise visits anytime.
• AIIMS Bhubaneshwar food is scrumptious and the taste is similar to homemade food.
• Food is just like home. My GIT is at peace now.
• Students of AIIMS Bhubaneshwar get huge PG hostel rooms right from Day 1. AIIMS Delhi does not allot rooms right away and you will have to stay temporarily outside the campus. 
• The hostel facilities at Bhubaneshwar are much better than in Delhi. This is the primary reason that made her choose AIIMS Bhubaneshwar as she wanted a peaceful hostel life.
• The hostels are well-secured even for girls with a security guard downstairs 24/7. You can easily access electrical and plumbing services in case of any issues.
• AIIMS Bhubaneshwar has flexible rules and you can take a stroll around campus or walk on the terrace, anytime.

I believe the choice of your college should depend on the level of comfort you feel there so that you can study in a healthy environment without getting frustrated.

Yes, the academic schedule at AIIMS Bhubaneswar is quite hectic and an average student may find it challenging to cope with the rigor. The first year witnesses weekly tests which consist of theory exams, vivas, and practical exams. However, these definitely ensure the academic growth of students.

Except on the third Monday of the month, you have to give 3 exams of 3 subjects every Monday. Additionally, there are the semester exams and pre-profs, and if you score 50% or above in the internals you are eligible for Professionals also.

A typical day for students at AIIMS Bhubaneswar starts from 8 in the morning till 5 in the evening and on weekdays there are field visits, Odia classes, English classes, Computer classes, and many more.

Apart from studies, AIIMS Bhubaneswar students also party and enjoy their weekends exploring the city in addition to the fun activities organized in the college itself.

Among the new AIIMS, AIIMS Bhopal tops the list of libraries as well as other facilities.AIIMS Bhopal has a modern-day library which is the best you can avail yourself of. If you need some strong points to believe this, I have listed them below:

• The massive library of AIIMS Bhopal covers 3 floors and has centralized air conditioning.

• The entrance to the library has a sensor-installed automatic door.

• A fully digitalized scanner has made issuing and returning books a hassle-free process

• The library also has desktop computers for browsing the Internet And reading eBooks.

• Hardcopies of Novels, Short Stories and Biographies are also Available.

• The first floor is for general reading. The second floor is for Medical and Nursing books. It also has a Conference Room for practicing Presentations, Discussion Room, and a Room Dedicated to Research Related Stuff. The third floor constitutes the e-library, Individual Reading area, and Computer Section.

• Free Wi-Fi facility is available on all 3 floors

• The top floor has Study Pods each with its own LAN Port and 2 Charging Port.

• On every floor, there is a washroom and a water cooler

Trust me once you step inside this library, you will not want to go back.

AIIMS is a group of autonomous public colleges offering higher education in the field of medical science. It is the dream college of most medical students. Every branch of AIlMS is an Institution of National Importance with the status of a University. If you have options for all AlIMS except in Delhi, it would be best to research and compare the facilities, faculty, and reputation of each institute before making a decision. 

In general, AlIMS Bhubaneswar is considered one of the top medical institutes in India and it has a good reputation. However, I have ranked all the AIIMS in accordance with their official rankings.

Here is a general comparison between the 2 colleges 

Location: AIIMS Rishikesh is the best choice for nature lovers and those who prefer an adventurous life. But if you prefer a hustle and bustle urban life and want to spend time shopping, partying, and watching movies then AIIMS Bhubaneswar offers the perfect ambiance for the same. It’s not that Bhubaneswar lacks natural beauty, it’s just that Rishikeshs beauty is incomparable.

 Population: Rishikesh has a less diverse student body being more of a tourist and cultural center. AIIMS Bhubaneswar has a very diverse student body as it’s located in the T hub of Eastern India. With more than 100 top colleges in the city, Bhubaneswar is more student-friendly offering cheap food to easy transport facilities. This promotes better collaboration and faculties go to their workshops, fests, research, etc. 

Culture: Bhubaneswar is a kind of metropolitan and people from all over the country can be found here so there isn’t much language problem and no cultural gap when it comes to food, festivals, or movies.

Connectivity: AIIMS Bhubaneswar obviously provides better connectivity than AIIMS Rishikesh. Rishikesh has both rail and air but the speed and efficiency is much better at Bhubaneswar. This directly affects the patient inflow.

Coaching Centre: Bhubaneswar with its high-pitched city life also has the best coaching institutes like DAMS and Bhatia.

However, the quality of education offered and the opportunities available are somewhat similar in both the AIIMS and I refuse to comment on that. The main deciding factor should be the kind of lifestyle that suits you.