All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Guwahati

Assam
Fees: B.E.: ₹ 84,500 per year (Approx); M.Tech/M.E.: ₹ 40,000 per year (Approx).
Average Package: ₹ 4.0 LPA
Highest Package: ₹ 12.5 LPA

About All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Guwahati

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Guwahati, is a premier central government medical institution established in 2017 under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) — a flagship Government of India initiative aimed at correcting regional imbalances in quality tertiary healthcare and to augment facilities for quality medical education in underserved parts of the country. Located at Changsari, District Kamrup, Assam, AIIMS Guwahati is one of the 22 new AIIMS established under PMSSY and the sole Institute of National Importance (INI) dedicated to medicine in the Northeast Indian region. The institute was designated an Institute of National Importance (INI) under an Act of Parliament, and its degrees carry the full autonomous authority of the AIIMS brand — without affiliation to any external university. The academic session commenced in January 2021 with an initial intake of 50 MBBS students, which has since grown to 125 seats annually. The permanent campus at Changsari was inaugurated in 2023, and the institution has rapidly expanded its academic portfolio. As of 2024–25, AIIMS Guwahati offers MBBS (125 seats), B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing (75 seats, commenced August 2024), Postgraduate MD/MS programmes (commenced January 2024, approximately 40–50 seats per session across 13+ specialties via INI-CET), and PhD programmes (commenced August 2024). Super-specialty DM and M.Ch. courses are currently in the planning and approval stage. The attached multi-specialty teaching hospital has a current operational bed strength of 750+ beds, expanding towards 1,000, with a dedicated OPD tower, IPD wards across 27 specialty departments, and a newly inaugurated Trauma and Emergency Block (December 2025). Advanced diagnostic infrastructure includes a 3T MRI scanner, a multi-slice CT scanner, modular operation theatres, an automated Central Laboratory, a dialysis unit, and a Cath Lab. The hospital receives approximately 1,500–2,500 OPD patients daily, with clinical exposure growing rapidly as the institution matures. One of the institution's most compelling academic advantages is its fee structure. The total tuition fee for the entire 4.5-year MBBS course is approximately ₹26,352 — heavily subsidised by the Central Government — making the total 5.5-year cost (including hostel and living expenses) approximately ₹2–8 lakhs. This represents an exceptional return on investment, particularly for students who subsequently secure PG seats. MBBS interns receive a monthly stipend of ₹30,070, the highest in the Northeast region, paid via Central Government payroll. PG residents earn ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month under Central Govt Pay Matrix Level 10. A defining feature of AIIMS Guwahati is its 50% Institutional Preference policy for PG seats: AIIMS Guwahati's own MBBS graduates are eligible for 50% of available MD/MS seats via INI-CET, subject to merit and roster — a formidable advantage that makes the MBBS-to-PG pipeline exceptionally strong. Unlike state government medical colleges in Assam and neighbouring states, AIIMS Guwahati imposes no mandatory rural service bond after MBBS; graduates are free to pursue any career path immediately after completing their internship. The campus is fully residential and set in the semi-urban Changsari area, approximately 22–25 km from the Guwahati city centre. The Changsari campus environment is serene, green, and relatively pollution-free — ideal for focused academic work. The small batch size of 125 ensures a favourable student-faculty ratio of approximately 1:4, facilitating personalised mentoring. The annual cultural and academic fest 'AAROHAN' is growing as a regional medical student event, reflecting the institution's vibrant though nascent student community. AIIMS Guwahati is ranked 90th in India in the Medical category by Collegedunia (2025), 48th by IIRF (2025), and #17 in Nursing nationally — consistently ranked 1st in Assam in both categories. As the institution completes its first full academic cycle and infrastructure, its clinical and academic output is expected to rise sharply, cementing its position as the premier medical institution of Northeast India.

Admission Process

For UG, candidates must qualify MHT-CET or JEE Main and participate in DTE Maharashtra CAP rounds. For PG, a valid GATE score is required followed by DTE counseling.

Cutoffs

MHT-CET (General Home State) for CSE usually ranges between 60-75 percentile.

Rankings & Recognition

Ranked among top private engineering colleges in Amravati Division.

Top Recruiters & Placements

AIIMS Network (New Delhi, Rishikesh, Patna, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Kalyani — for PG and Senior Resident posts),All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Guwahati (Junior/Senior Resident posts),Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Guwahati,Central Government Health Services (CGHS),Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS),Apollo Hospitals (Pan-India),Fortis Healthcare (Pan-India),Tata Medical Center, Kolkata,PGIMER Chandigarh (for PG/Senior Resident positions),JIPMER Puducherry (for PG/Senior Resident positions)

Scholarships

Government scholarships available for SC/ST/OBC and EBC category students as per Maharashtra state norms.

Student Life & Campus

Active student life with technical clubs, NSS, annual cultural gatherings, and a strong focus on sports via the indoor stadium.

Facilities

Modern multi-storey academic complex — fully air-conditioned with smart lecture halls (200–350 capacity each),State-of-the-art AV systems and digital smart boards in all lecture theatres,Central auditorium (500–700 capacity) for conferences, CMEs, and events,Dedicated pre-clinical block: Anatomy (dissection hall + museum), Physiology, Biochemistry,Para-clinical block: Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology,Simulation and Clinical Skills Laboratory with OSCE stations and mannequins (NMC-mandated),Animal House (CPCSEA registered),Research wing with dedicated laboratory spaces for faculty and PhD scholars,Central Library — 24×7 reading room, 10,000+ textbooks, 150+ print journals, full digital access (PubMed, ClinicalKey, UpToDate, NML-ERMED Consortium), e-library terminals, thesis archive,Multi-specialty Teaching Hospital — 750+ beds (expanding towards 1,000),Separate OPD tower with speciality and super-speciality OPD blocks,IPD wards across 27 speciality departments,Emergency and Trauma block (newly inaugurated 2025 — adds 100+ beds),Modular Operation Theatres,ICU, MICU, SICU, NICU, PICU,3T MRI (high-field), multi-slice CT Scanner,Fully automated Central Laboratory,Blood Bank,Dialysis Unit,Hospital Management Information System (HMIS),Separate Boys' and Girls' Hostels (mandatory residential campus),AC rooms for senior students and PG residents; double-seater rooms for UGs,Attached bathrooms, 24×7 hot water (geyser), RO purified drinking water,Hostel mess (vegetarian + non-vegetarian; student-managed mess committee; subsidised at ₹3,500–₹4,500/month for 4 meals/day),Campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi (NKN — National Knowledge Network connectivity),Sports complex: cricket ground, basketball court, tennis court, volleyball court, football ground,Fully equipped gymnasium and yoga hall,SBI/Canara Bank ATM on campus,Amul cafeteria and stationery shop,Bank branch on campus,24×7 security and CCTV surveillance,Anti-Ragging Committee and Squad (separate first-year hostel blocks)

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total MBBS fee at AIIMS Guwahati?

The total tuition fee for the entire 4.5-year MBBS course at AIIMS Guwahati is approximately ₹26,352 — one of the most subsidised medical education fees in the world. Students also pay a one-time bank draft of ₹5,856 at admission and hostel/mess charges of ₹3,500–₹4,500 per month. The total 5.5-year cost (including hostel and personal expenses) is estimated at ₹2–8 lakhs.

Is there a service bond after MBBS at AIIMS Guwahati?

No. Unlike state government medical colleges, AIIMS Guwahati does not impose a mandatory rural service bond after MBBS. Graduates are free to pursue PG, join private practice, or work anywhere immediately after completing their 1-year rotatory internship. A Seat Leaving Penalty of ₹5,00,000 applies only if a student exits after the final counselling round and before completing the course.

Is hostel compulsory at AIIMS Guwahati?

Yes. AIIMS Guwahati is a fully residential campus. All MBBS students (boys and girls) must reside in the hostels as per the official prospectus. Separate, modern hostel towers are provided for boys and girls with double-seater rooms, attached bathrooms, hot water, RO water, and a mess facility.

How is MBBS admission conducted at AIIMS Guwahati?

MBBS admission is conducted through NEET-UG scores via centralised All India Quota (AIQ) counselling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at mcc.nic.in. There are no state quota, management quota, or NRI quota seats — 100% of the 125 MBBS seats are merit-based under central reservation norms (UR 40.5%, OBC 27%, SC 15%, ST 7.5%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5% within category).

How is PG (MD/MS) admission conducted at AIIMS Guwahati?

Postgraduate (MD/MS) admission is through INI-CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test), conducted twice a year (January and July sessions). AIIMS Guwahati offers approximately 40–50 PG seats per session across 13+ specialties. Notably, 50% of PG seats are reserved under 'Institutional Preference' for AIIMS Guwahati's own MBBS graduates, subject to INI-CET merit and roster.

What is the MBBS internship stipend at AIIMS Guwahati?

MBBS interns at AIIMS Guwahati receive a monthly stipend of approximately ₹30,070 — the highest in the Northeast India region and among the highest nationwide for MBBS interns. This is paid via Central Government payroll and is highly regular.

What is the NEET UG cutoff for AIIMS Guwahati?

For the General/UR category, the NEET UG AIQ closing rank for AIIMS Guwahati in 2024 was approximately AIR 3,476 (Round 1). The NEET 2025 cutoff rank was approximately AIR 3,177 (General category). EWS category closed at approximately AIR 5,035 in 2024. Candidates should target a NEET UG score in the top 3,000–5,000 rank range for a realistic chance.

What is the language barrier situation for non-Assamese students?

The academic and teaching medium is strictly English at AIIMS Guwahati. However, OPD patient interaction is predominantly in Assamese and Bengali. Most students report that basic Assamese/Bengali communication is picked up within 3–4 months of joining. The language barrier is manageable but may require initial adjustment, particularly for students from South and West India.

What is the PG stipend at AIIMS Guwahati?

PG residents (MD/MS) at AIIMS Guwahati receive a monthly stipend of approximately ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 as per the Central Government Pay Matrix Level 10. This is among the highest PG resident stipends in India and is paid via central payroll on a highly regular basis.

Is ragging an issue at AIIMS Guwahati?

No. AIIMS Guwahati maintains a strict zero-tolerance anti-ragging policy in compliance with Supreme Court directives. An active Anti-Ragging Committee and Squad monitor the campus. First-year students are housed in separate, guarded hostel blocks. Violations invite immediate cancellation of admission, suspension, and monetary fines up to ₹10,000, in addition to legal proceedings.

Courses & Fees

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - Total tuition fee for entire MBBS course: ₹26,352 (Central Government subsidised). One-time bank draft of ₹5,856 at time of admission. Hostel: ₹3,500–₹4,500 per month (mess charges, 4 meals/day). Security deposit ₹1,000 (refundable). Estimated total 5.5-year cost including hostel and personal expenses: ₹2–8 lakhs.
  • MD – General Medicine - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month (Central Govt Pay Matrix Level 10). Admission via INI-CET (January and July sessions).
  • MS – General Surgery - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month (Central Govt Pay Matrix Level 10).
  • MD – Paediatrics - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MS – Orthopaedics - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Radiodiagnosis - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Anaesthesiology - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Pathology - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Community Medicine - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Anatomy - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Physiology - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MD – Microbiology - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • MS – ENT (Otorhinolaryngology) - Tuition fee: ₹2,927 per session (Government subsidised). PG Stipend: ₹90,000–₹1,10,000 per month.
  • B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing - Total course fee: ₹6,260 (Government subsidised, as per AIIMS schedule). Hostel charges: ₹3,500–₹4,500 per month. Programme commenced August 2024. Admission via AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam (conducted by AIIMS Delhi / NTA).
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – Medical Sciences - Fees as per AIIMS Guwahati PhD prospectus (Government subsidised). JRF/SRF fellowship applicable for funded candidates. Programme commenced August 2024.

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Pros

  • Institute of National Importance (INI) status — AIIMS brand adds immense value to the CV, resume, and career trajectory
  • Near-zero tuition fee (₹26,352 for entire MBBS course) — the highest ROI in Indian medical education
  • No mandatory rural service bond after MBBS — graduates are free immediately after internship
  • Highest internship stipend in Northeast India — ₹30,070/month via Central Government payroll
  • 50% Institutional Preference quota for own MBBS graduates in PG (INI-CET) — significant advantage for in-house PG
  • PG stipend of ₹90,000–₹1,10,000/month among the highest in India
  • State-of-the-art infrastructure: 3T MRI, modular OTs, NKN Wi-Fi, simulation labs, and HMIS
  • Small batch size (125 MBBS seats) — personalised faculty attention; excellent student-faculty ratio of ~1:4
  • Serene, green campus in Changsari — low pollution, low traffic, conducive academic environment
  • Rapidly growing hospital (750+ beds, expanding to 1,000) with increasing clinical case diversity

Cons

  • Located ~22–25 km from Guwahati city centre — campus can feel semi-isolated; limited public transport options at night
  • Newer institute (est. 2017) — still in a developing phase; some super-specialty departments still building faculty strength
  • Patient load is moderate for UG students compared to older, well-established AIIMS campuses (Delhi, Patna, Bhopal)
  • Language barrier in OPD — patients speak predominantly Assamese and Bengali; non-regional students require initial adjustment
  • No Student Union as of 2024–25 session — student grievance redressal relies solely on administration
  • Vacations and leave are minimal (10-hour daily academic schedules typical)
  • Some under-construction infrastructure areas visible on campus as of early 2025

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Notifications & Updates

  • NEET UG 2025 — MBBS Admissions via MCC AIQ Counselling (2025-07-01)
  • INI-CET July 2025 — PG MD/MS Counselling at AIIMS Guwahati (2025-07-10)
  • PhD Admissions January 2026 — Applications Open (2025-12-26)

Location

Changsari, District Kamrup, Assam – 781101

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Contact Details

Phone: 07264-243274

Email: principal@aecc.ac.in

Medical Details & Hospital Load

Bed Count: N/A, Daily Patients: 1,500–2,500 OPD patients per day across all speciality departments; emergency load increasing with Trauma Block operationalisation

OPD Load: 1,500–2,500 OPD patients per day (growing annually as institute matures); speciality and super-speciality OPDs active across 27 departments, IPD Load: 750+ operational beds (expanding towards 1,000); newly added 100+ bed Trauma and Emergency Block (Dec 2025); consistently increasing bed occupancy across Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, and OBG

Bond Years: 0, Bond Penalty: MBBS Seat Leaving Penalty: ₹5,00,000 (if seat vacated after final round of MCC counselling). PG Security Deposit Forfeiture: ₹3,00,000 (partially or fully forfeited if PG candidate leaves within 6 months).