AIIMS all over India have some of the best hostels, but none can compare with the facilities at AIIMS Delhi hostels. I completed my MBBS from AIIMS Patna, so I’ll inform you a bit about our hostels-

The boys’ hostels do not follow any in-time. This is because the college library is functional 24*7, so the boy students are not bound to hostel timings. Boys can bring their relatives to their hostel room, but they need to mention it in the guards’ register. Girls aren’t allowed in boys’ hostels, and vice versa. The girls’ hostels are comparatively more strict and restrictive.

Having said all this, AIIMS hostels are filled with all the freedom and necessary facilities. Its hostels will be the last reason for you to dislike an AIIMS.

Junior residency at AIIMS Delhi would provide you with a great opportunity to learn and grow as a medical professional. Junior residency (Non-academic) at AIIMS is a great option because

• It is one of the highest paid jobs for a fresher
• You are doing it from one of the most reputed government institutes of the country
• You will have to spend only fixed hours of work which is around 48 hrs/ week.

Here, you will get an idea of the academic environment and proficiency of the residents. You will also get hands-on experience in performing surgeries that you read in textbooks like osteomyocutaneous flap and replantations. Joining AIIMS as a JR(NA) would be beneficial if you are looking for any of the following things 

• If you are planning to do PG adorn here but first want to get an insight into the specialty of interest
• If you want to earn money before your Post Graduation.
• If you are studying alongside working. Many students shared that working made it easier to clear the AIIMS PG exam as most of the questions asked were related to the work they did.
• If you are saving money for commerce or academic purposes
• If you are planning to open your own hospital and want to get an idea of the way services are provided.

However, ultimately the decision of whether or not it is good for you would depend on your own specific goals and circumstances.

The best branch/department to pursue MD/MS in at AlIMS Delhi is highly subjective and can vary depending on your personal interests and career goals. However, some of the top departments at AlIMS Delhi include:

• Department of Anatomy
• Department of Biochemistry
• Department of Pharmacology
• Department of Microbiology
• Department of Forensic Medicine

In addition to these, AIIMS has a separate dedicated center for Ophthalmology, RP Centre. For those interested in Ophthalmology, this department is the best place for you. The credibility of this department can be proved by the fact that Prof L P Agarwal, the founder director and first Chief of RP Centre was the one who laid down the foundation for the National Program for Control of Blindness. Amazingly enough, India was the first country to launch such a program.

One of my friends told me that while preparing for the PG exams, all the textbook cases she came across were similar to the cases she dealt with in her residency. This helps us to relate and makes the learning process easier.

The academic focus is intense with academic rounds twice a week. During these rounds, e important topics including the latest research are discussed by consultants. These discussions play a vital role in exams.

The first surgical experience at RP Centre, AIIMS, takes place by the end of the first semester. It is an extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE) under the supervision of a senior resident. After doing a couple of those, you get to perform your first suture-less cataract surgery s in the second semester.

The department has the finest infrastructure and lab facilities with modern microscopes, and machines 

Ultimately, the best branch depends on your personal preferences. At the end though, the best branch/department depends upon one's personal choice.

My friend visited AIIMS Delhi for the first time in her life for an open counseling session of MBBS. When she finally stood before the no. 1 medical college in India, rightly called the Harvard of the East, she felt goosebumps and could not believe her eyes. A strange feeling took over her as she looked at the massive campus and fast-paced life there.

It clearly was the epitome of the best healthcare services, the patient inflow a solid proof of the same. She understood why exactly this institute is the dream college of many. However, she knew her rank would not allow her to get admission here so she ended up at AIIMS Hyderabad.

As she took her leave and gave the buildings a last glance, she pledged to come back as a PG student. But life has other plans for her. Recently when I met her, she seemed quite satisfied and said that over the years she came to realize that it is not the institution but your knowledge that makes you a good Doctor.

Yes, AIIMS Delhi is definitely worth it considering the fact that it is one of the most prestigious medical colleges in India, and thus an MBBS degree from there is highly respected. What makes it worth it is the excellent faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong research programs. However, the actual worth of an institution depends on the individual's goals and preferences. 

It’s difficult to comment on whether joining AIIMS Delhi would bring joy to you in comparison to other state medical colleges because not many students have experienced both college lives and those who have experienced loved the overall program rather than the institute. In reality, the colleges don’t differ much and these little differences don’t affect your learning experience to a great extent. Everyone considers their college to be the best or worst when in reality every institute has its own strengths and weaknesses.

Every college you go to will be the best and offer a great learning experience. So don’t worry too much about your college and focus on what is being taught. 

Many AIIMS Delhi students have reported that the academic rigor and resources at AIIMS Delhi are top-notch and that the campus community is very supportive. Some students may find the high competition and pressure to be stressful, but others may thrive in that environment. It ultimately depends on an individual's personal preferences and learning style.