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All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal (AIIMS Bhopal) is a public medical institute and an Institute of National Importance, established in 2012 by the Government of India under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) Phase 2. It is governed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and is autonomous under the AIIMS Act. The institute is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is one of the new-generation AIIMS campuses established to expand high-quality medical education and public healthcare access across India. The institute comprises a Medical College, a Nursing College, and an Allied Health Sciences division.
As per NIRF Medical Ranking 2025, AIIMS Bhopal is ranked 25th in India among medical institutions. In NIRF Medical 2024, it was ranked 31st, reflecting consistent upward movement. The institute is also ranked 16th among medical colleges by India Today 2025.
The 170-acre campus is located at Saket Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462020. The campus integrates the medical college, nursing college, allied health sciences, and a 900-bedded super-specialty teaching hospital, all within a single campus boundary in the state capital. AIIMS Bhopal houses a BSL-3 biosafety laboratory and is a designated Centre of Excellence for Rare Diseases.
- MBBS: 125 NMC-approved seats, 5.5 years including compulsory rotating internship. Admission through NEET UG, MCC AIIMS counselling. Total fees approximately INR 7,640 for the entire 5-year programme (heavily subsidised by the Government of India).
- B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing: 4-year programme. Total fees INR 42,885.
- B.Optom: 4-year optometry programme. Total fees INR 6,365.
- B.Sc Allied Health Sciences: 3-year programmes in Anaesthesia and OT Technology, Cardiac Technology, Dialysis Therapy Technology, Emergency Medicine Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Neuro Electrophysiology, Radiotherapy, Respiratory Therapy, and Urology Technology. Total fees INR 4,805 per course.
- MD: 47 seats across 25+ specialities including General Medicine, Anaesthesiology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Pharmacology, and others. Admission through INI CET.
- MS: 13 seats across General Surgery, ENT, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Admission through INI CET.
- DM: Super-specialty programmes in Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology, Neonatology, Clinical Haematology, Infectious Diseases, and others.
- M.Ch: Super-specialty surgical programmes in Neuro Surgery, Urology, Surgical Gastroenterology, Surgical Oncology, CVTS, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and others.
- M.Sc: Nursing specialities (Cardiological Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynaecology Nursing, Oncology Nursing, and others) and medical science courses in Medical Biochemistry, Medical Laboratory Technology, and Translational Medicine.
- MDS: Master of Dental Surgery in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Public Health Dentistry.
- MHM: Masters in Hospital Management. Fees INR 1,80,000.
- Ph.D.: Research programmes in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Nursing, Orthopaedics, Pharmacology, Translational Science and Medicine, and Forensic Medicine. Total fees INR 9,175.
The MBBS programme at AIIMS Bhopal costs approximately INR 7,640 for the full 5-year programme, making it one of the most affordable undergraduate medical programmes in India due to heavy government subsidy. Allied Health Sciences B.Sc costs approximately INR 4,805 over 3 years. MD and MS residency fees are approximately INR 5,831 (3 years), with residents also receiving a monthly stipend from the institute.
AIIMS Bhopal Admission Dates 2027
AIIMS Bhopal MBBS admissions follow the national NEET UG cycle. The 2026-27 MBBS batch admissions have concluded through MCC AIIMS counselling. The next cycle for the 2027-28 batch opens with NEET UG 2027. Allied Health Sciences and Nursing admissions also follow national merit-based processes. PG admissions (MD, MS) are through INI CET, conducted twice yearly by AIIMS Delhi for all AIIMS and PGIMER institutes.
| Event | 2026-27 MBBS (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration | December 2025 to January 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam | May 2026 |
| NEET UG Result | June 2026 |
| MCC AIIMS Counselling (Round 1) | July to August 2026 |
| MCC AIIMS Counselling (Stray Vacancy Round) | September 2026 |
| MBBS Classes Commence | September to October 2026 |
| Event | 2027-28 MBBS (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration | December 2026 to January 2027 |
| NEET UG Exam | May 2027 |
| NEET UG Result | June 2027 |
| MCC AIIMS Counselling (Round 1) | July to August 2027 |
| MBBS Classes Commence | September 2027 |
INI CET for PG (MD, MS) is conducted biannually by AIIMS Delhi. DM and M.Ch super-specialty admissions follow NEET SS, conducted once a year by the National Board of Examinations.
| Programme | Qualifying Exam | Counselling | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | NEET UG | MCC AIIMS Counselling | Once a year (September intake) |
| B.Sc Allied Health Sciences | AIIMS Allied Health Sciences Entrance | AIIMS Bhopal / AACCC portal | Once a year |
| B.Sc Nursing | AIIMS Nursing Entrance / Central pool | MCC / AIIMS portal | Once a year |
| MD / MS | INI CET | AIIMS INI CET Counselling | January and July sessions |
| DM / M.Ch | NEET SS | MCC SS Counselling | Once a year |
| MHM | Application to AIIMS Bhopal | AIIMS Bhopal portal | Once a year |
| Ph.D. | AIIMS PhD Entrance / UGC NET | AIIMS Bhopal portal | Twice yearly |
AIIMS Bhopal Courses and Fees
AIIMS Bhopal offers programmes from undergraduate level (MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, B.Sc Allied Health Sciences) through postgraduate (MD, MS, M.Sc) to super-specialty (DM, M.Ch) and doctoral (PhD). All fees are from the official fee structure for the 2026 cycle. AIIMS courses carry a heavy government subsidy, making them significantly cheaper than private institutions. MD and MS residents additionally receive a monthly stipend from the institute during residency.
| Course | Duration | Seats | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 5.5 years (incl. internship) | 125 | INR 7,640 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing | 4 years | Limited | INR 42,885 |
| B.Optom | 4 years | Limited | INR 6,365 |
| B.Sc Allied Health Sciences (9 specialities) | 3 years each | Per speciality | INR 4,805 per course |
| MD (25+ specialities) | 3 years | 47 total | INR 5,831 (+ monthly stipend) |
| MS (5 specialities) | 3 years | 13 total | INR 5,831 (+ monthly stipend) |
| DM (Multiple super-specialities) | 3 years | Limited | INR 5,831 |
| M.Ch CVTS / Paediatric Surgery | 6 years | Limited | INR 11,537 |
| M.Ch (other specialities) | 3 years | Limited | INR 5,831 |
| M.Sc Nursing (8 specialities) | 2 years | Per speciality | INR 20,335 |
| M.Sc (Medical Biochemistry, MLT, Translational Medicine) | 2 years | Limited | INR 3,855 |
| MDS (2 specialities) | 3 years | Limited | INR 5,831 |
| MHM | 2 years | Limited | INR 1,80,000 |
| Ph.D. (7 disciplines) | 3 years min | Limited | INR 9,175 |
The MBBS fee of INR 7,640 covers the full 5-year academic programme. This does not include hostel accommodation, mess, and personal expenses. AIIMS Bhopal provides subsidised hostel accommodation on campus. Hostel fees are additional and low relative to private institutions. MD and MS residents receive a monthly stipend of approximately INR 65,000 to INR 75,000 per month depending on year of residency, effectively making PG education net-zero cost or revenue-positive.
AIIMS Bhopal Admission Process
AIIMS Bhopal follows a purely merit-based, exam-driven admissions system for all programmes. There is no management quota, no NRI quota, no direct admission route, and no donation for any programme. The institute is government-funded and all admissions are strictly through national competitive examinations.
MBBS Admission
Eligibility requires 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum aggregate of 60% (50% for reserved categories). Candidates must qualify NEET UG and meet the minimum cutoff percentile. Admissions are through MCC AIIMS counselling where AIIMS institutes (Bhopal, Rishikesh, Jodhpur, Patna, Raipur, Bhubaneswar, Guntur, Nagpur, Mangalagiri, Kalyani, Bilaspur, Deoghar, Guwahati, Rajkot, Bathinda, Vijaypur) participate in a common counselling pool.
The NEET UG 2025 general category closing rank for AIIMS Bhopal MBBS was 634 (last round). In Round 1, the general category opening rank was 533 and the closing rank was 1,142. The historical trend shows the closing rank was 510 in 2024 and 621 in 2023, indicating AIIMS Bhopal typically admits general category candidates ranked between 500 and 700 in NEET UG.
Allied Health Sciences and Nursing Admission
B.Sc Allied Health Sciences seats are filled through a centralised entrance process for AIIMS institutes. B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing admissions are through a separate AIIMS Nursing Entrance process. Eligibility requires 10+2 with relevant science subjects and minimum 55% aggregate.
MD and MS Admission (INI CET)
AIIMS Bhopal MD and MS admissions are through INI CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test), conducted by AIIMS Delhi. INI CET is held biannually for January and July sessions. Eligibility requires MBBS with a minimum 55% aggregate and valid NMC registration. AIIMS Bhopal offers 47 MD seats across 25+ specialities and 13 MS seats across 5 specialities. INI CET rank is the single selection criterion, followed by a centralised AIIMS INI CET counselling.
DM, M.Ch, and Super-specialty Admission
DM and M.Ch admissions are through NEET SS (Super Specialty) conducted by the National Board of Examinations. Candidates must hold a relevant MD or MS degree. AIIMS Bhopal offers DM in Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology, Neonatology, and multiple other super-specialities, and M.Ch in Neuro Surgery, Urology, Surgical Gastroenterology, Surgical Oncology, CVTS, and others.
AIIMS Bhopal Career Outcomes
AIIMS Bhopal, like other AIIMS institutes, does not hold conventional campus placement drives. The career trajectory for MBBS graduates follows the national medical career pathway. As a government-funded AIIMS, graduates may have an institute-specific service commitment, and the subsidised education creates an implicit expectation of public health service. Graduates from all new AIIMS institutes are among the strongest competitors for INI CET PG seats.
| Career Stage or Pathway | Typical Compensation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS Internship | INR 17,500 to 25,000 per month (stipend) | Rotating internship at AIIMS Bhopal hospital |
| MD/MS Residency at AIIMS | INR 65,000 to 75,000 per month (stipend) | Via INI CET at AIIMS Bhopal or other AIIMS |
| Senior Resident | INR 75,000 to 1,00,000 per month | At AIIMS Bhopal or other government institutes |
| Government Medical Officer | INR 60,000 to 1,20,000 per month | MP state health services, central health services |
| Consultant (post-MD/MS, private sector) | INR 1.5 to 5 LPM | Private hospitals in Tier 1 and 2 cities |
AIIMS Bhopal MBBS graduates carry the AIIMS brand name, which is a strong differentiator in INI CET competition, fellowship applications, and overseas postgraduate placements. The institute’s research infrastructure, including a BSL-3 lab, Centre of Excellence for Rare Diseases, and funded research projects, creates additional pathways in medical research and academic medicine. Faculty at AIIMS Bhopal have filed 7+ patents (2023) and published approximately 300 PubMed-indexed papers per year.
AIIMS Bhopal Rankings
AIIMS Bhopal has shown consistent improvement in NIRF rankings, moving from 31st in NIRF Medical 2024 to 25th in NIRF Medical 2025. The institute is an Institute of National Importance and participates in NIRF annually.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Medical | 25 | 2025 |
| NIRF | Medical | 31 | 2024 |
| India Today | Medical Colleges | 16 | 2025 |
AIIMS Bhopal Campus and Infrastructure
AIIMS Bhopal is spread over a 170-acre campus at Saket Nagar, Bhopal, a well-connected residential area in the state capital, approximately 8 km from Bhopal Junction railway station and 14 km from Raja Bhoj Airport. The campus houses the Medical College, Nursing College, Allied Health Sciences division, staff quarters, student hostels, and the main teaching hospital.
The 900-bedded super-specialty teaching hospital provides OPD, emergency, IPD, ICU, and surgical services across all major clinical departments. The hospital runs a telemedicine facility and a Regional Virology Laboratory. AIIMS Bhopal houses a BSL-3 biosafety laboratory established in 2019, enabling research on high-risk infectious agents. The institute is a designated Centre of Excellence for Rare Diseases by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The campus has 225 faculty members in the Medical College and 11 in the Nursing College. Research output as of 2023 stands at approximately 300 PubMed-indexed publications per year with 7 active patents.
Student hostels are available on campus for MBBS and postgraduate students. The Bhopal location gives students access to the city’s healthcare and professional ecosystem, including state government hospitals, private tertiary care centres, and Madhya Pradesh state health services, all of which serve as professional networks for residency and employment after graduation.
AIIMS Bhopal vs AIIMS Rishikesh vs AIIMS Jodhpur
AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Rishikesh, and AIIMS Jodhpur are three of the six new AIIMS established under PMSSY Phase 1 and Phase 2. All three hold Institute of National Importance status, offer the same highly subsidised fee structure, and admit MBBS students through NEET UG at similar general category closing rank bands (typically 300 to 900). Candidates typically prefer to differentiate them by geography, NIRF ranking trajectory, hospital infrastructure, and speciality strengths.
| Parameter | AIIMS Bhopal | AIIMS Rishikesh | AIIMS Jodhpur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Location | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | Rishikesh, Uttarakhand | Jodhpur, Rajasthan |
| NIRF Medical 2025 Rank | 25 | Approx 13 to 17 | Approx 16 to 20 |
| MBBS Seats | 125 | 100 | 100 |
| Hospital Beds | 900+ | 960+ | 750+ |
| NEET 2025 General Closing Rank | 634 | Approx 200 to 350 | Approx 350 to 500 |
| MBBS Total Fees | INR 7,640 | INR 1,628 (approx) | INR 7,125 (approx) |
AIIMS Rishikesh and AIIMS Jodhpur consistently rank above AIIMS Bhopal in NIRF Medical and attract slightly better NEET cutoff ranks. However, AIIMS Bhopal has more MBBS seats (125 vs 100), which gives more candidates an opportunity. The BSL-3 laboratory and Rare Diseases Centre at AIIMS Bhopal are distinctive research differentiators. All three provide the same calibre of government AIIMS education and INI CET pathway for PG.
AIIMS Bhopal FAQs
Ques. What is the NEET UG cutoff for AIIMS Bhopal MBBS?
Ans. The NEET UG 2025 general category closing rank for AIIMS Bhopal MBBS was 634 in the last round of MCC AIIMS counselling. In Round 1, the general category opening rank was 533 and closing rank was 1,142. Historical closing ranks were 510 in 2024 and 621 in 2023, placing the typical general category range at 500 to 700.
Ques. What is the MBBS fee at AIIMS Bhopal?
Ans. The total MBBS fee at AIIMS Bhopal is approximately INR 7,640 for the full 5-year programme. This is heavily subsidised by the Government of India. Hostel and mess charges are additional and also heavily subsidised. There is no management or NRI quota at AIIMS Bhopal, so all 125 MBBS seats are at this government rate.
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of AIIMS Bhopal?
Ans. As per NIRF Medical Ranking 2025, AIIMS Bhopal is ranked 25th in India. In NIRF 2024, it was ranked 31st. India Today ranks it 16th among medical colleges in 2025. AIIMS Bhopal is an Institute of National Importance and regularly participates in NIRF rankings.
Ques. How is PG admission done at AIIMS Bhopal?
Ans. MD and MS admissions at AIIMS Bhopal are through INI CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test), conducted by AIIMS Delhi. INI CET is held twice a year for January and July sessions. AIIMS Bhopal offers 47 MD seats and 13 MS seats across multiple specialities. DM and M.Ch super-specialty admissions follow NEET SS via MCC Super Specialty Counselling.
Ques. When was AIIMS Bhopal established?
Ans. AIIMS Bhopal was established in 2012 by the Government of India under PMSSY Phase 2. It launched its first department in September 2012 and started postgraduate courses in January 2017. It is an Institute of National Importance located in Saket Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh on a 170-acre campus.
Ques. Does AIIMS Bhopal have a service bond for MBBS graduates?
Ans. AIIMS Bhopal MBBS graduates are not required to pay a security bond. However, as a government institute with heavily subsidised education, the broader expectation for AIIMS graduates is to contribute to national healthcare. There is no compulsory rural service bond enforced as a contractual condition. Graduates are free to pursue NEET PG or INI CET and postgraduate training immediately after completing the compulsory rotating internship.
Ques. What are the Allied Health Sciences programmes at AIIMS Bhopal?
Ans. AIIMS Bhopal offers B.Sc (3-year) programmes in Anaesthesia and OT Technology, Cardiac Technology, Dialysis Therapy Technology, Emergency Medicine Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Neuro Electrophysiology, Radiotherapy, Respiratory Therapy, and Urology Technology. Total fees for each B.Sc Allied Health Sciences course is INR 4,805 over 3 years. Admissions are through a centralised entrance process for AIIMS institutes.
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MBBS at AIIMS Bhopal is a 4-year 6-month degree. The course is offered On Campus as a full-time program. The total fees for AIIMS Bhopal's MBBS Program are INR 4,788. AIIMS Bhopal offers a total of 125 seats for MBBS. Candidates must have at least 10+2 with 50% + NEET to be eligible for admissions. Admissions are offered based on NEET.
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The new admisison registration at the AIIMS Bhopal has been closed for the academic session 2024-25.
AIIMS Bhopal MBBS Brochure/ Handbook can be obtained by searching it on your web browser. On searching, there will be AIIMS Bhopal official website containing the MBBS Brochure.
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Admissions to B.Sc (Hons) Nursing and M.Sc (Hons) Nursing are based on merit/score in the AIIMS Entrance Examination conducted by AIIMS Delhi. AIIMS Bhopal B.Sc & M.Sc Admission 2024 is open for Nursing & Paramedical courses. AIIMS B.Sc Nursing 2024 Exam will be held on June 8 & 9, 2024. You must have done 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with an aggregate of 60% from a recognized university or board.
AIIMS Bhopal B.Sc & M.Sc Admission 2024 is open for Nursing & Paramedical courses. AIIMS B.Sc Nursing 2024 Exam will be held on June 8 & 9, 2024. You must have done 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with an aggregate of 60% from a recognized university or board. AIIMS Bhopal has a total intake capacity of 100 for B.Sc (Hons) Nursing
For admission to Bachelor of Homeopathy Medicine and Surgery, it is mandatory for aspirants to qualify the NEET- UG entrance exam after completing 10+2 or equivalent examination. AACCC of the Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India is the governing body which conducts the counselling process for BHMS degree programmes.
AIIMS Bhopal does not have any policy of Rural Bond Service. There is no bond of Deputing at rural areas by AIIMS Bhopal in pursuance of the agreement entered into by the government.
Depending on the previous year data, the expected AIIMS Bhopal B.Sc. Nursing cutoff can be 55 marks for General Category. Besides this, the expected cutoff score for OBC category can be 45 to 50 marks.
Admissions to B.Sc (Hons) Nursing and M.Sc (Hons) Nursing are based on merit/score in the AIIMS Entrance Examination conducted by AIIMS Delhi. AIIMS Bhopal B.Sc & M.Sc Admission 2024 is open for Nursing & Paramedical courses. AIIMS B.Sc Nursing 2024 Exam will be held on June 8 & 9, 2024. You must have done 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with an aggregate of 60% from a recognized university or board. All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS], Bhopal does not offer the GNM course.
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AIIMS Bhopal Admission to MBBS is based on NEET UG scores followed by counseling. The institute offers UG degrees in MBBS and B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing courses. AIIMS Bhopal conducts computer-based tests and personal interviews for PhD and PDCC courses. Admissions to B.Sc (Hons) Nursing and M.Sc (Hons) Nursing are based on merit/score in the AIIMS Entrance Examination conducted by AIIMS Delhi. AIIMS Bhopal accepts INI CET and INI SS for MD, MS, and M.Ch program admissions.
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The entrance exam for AIIMS Bhopal viz. NEET will be held in May 5th 2024.
You need to submit your 12th marksheet/certificate, 10th marksheet/certificate, migration, SLC, conduct, caste, domicile and pwd certificate(if any), entrance exam score and passport size photographs.
Admission to AIIMS Bhopal is done based on NEET exam and INICET for paramedical courses followed by counselling.