All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi

Delhi (NCT)
Fees: B.Tech: INR 7,53,000 (Total 4 years) | M.Tech: INR 2,00,000 – 2,98,000 (Total) | MBA: INR 2,98,000 (Total 2 years) | Integrated LLB: INR 7,00,000 (Total 5 years) | B.Sc.: INR 84,700/year | BBA/BCom: INR 1,35,000/year | MCA: INR 1,10,000/year | BCA: INR 1,00,000/year | B.Ed: INR 80,000/year | Ph.D.: INR 60,000/year | Online/ODL courses: INR 30,000–50,000/year
Average Package: INR 8 LPA (B.Tech Batch 2025, as per NIRF 2026)
Highest Package: INR 45 LPA (2025 Placement Season)

About All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi

All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (AIIMS Delhi) is India's most prestigious and consistently top-ranked medical institution, holding the #1 position in the NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) Medical Rankings 2024 and 2025. Established in 1956 through an Act of Parliament — the AIIMS Act, 1956 — it is an Institute of National Importance (INI) that operates as a fully autonomous medical university under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. AIIMS Delhi is empowered to award its own degrees, is not affiliated to any state or central university, and its qualifications are automatically recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). It is internationally listed among the world's best specialised hospitals by publications such as Newsweek, and is the undisputed Platinum Standard of medical education in India. Located on Sri Aurobindo Marg, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi – 110029, the institute occupies a sprawling 213.12-acre campus spread across five land parcels on the Ring Road in South Delhi, with a dedicated AIIMS Metro Station (Yellow Line, Delhi Metro) directly on campus. The campus functions as a self-contained medical city, comprising a world-class teaching hospital, academic blocks, research wings, residential hostels, sports facilities, and essential services including banks, cafeterias, and a post office. The hospital attached to AIIMS Delhi currently operates with over 2,084 beds (undergoing expansion to 5,000+ beds under the ₹9,053 crore Union Cabinet-approved Master Plan 2025), 50+ modular operation theatres including robotic surgery suites (Da Vinci), and handles an average daily OPD footfall of approximately 10,000–15,000 patients. Annually, AIIMS manages approximately 1.5 million outpatients, 80,000+ inpatients, and over 1,70,000 surgeries. Specialized centres within the campus include the Jai Prakash Narayan Apex Trauma Centre (Level-1, 24x7), the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute-Rotary Cancer Hospital (BRAIRCH), the Cardio-Thoracic and Neuro-Sciences Centre (CNTC), and the Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) at the Jhajjar campus is an extension facility. The MBBS programme at AIIMS Delhi admits 132 students annually (125 Indian Nationals + 7 Foreign Nationals) through NEET-UG scores and MCC All India Quota counselling exclusively — there is no state quota, management quota, or NRI quota. The total MBBS course fee for the 5.5-year programme is ₹5,856, making it one of the least expensive top-tier medical educations in the world. The internship stipend is ₹30,070 per month (effective from 01/01/2022, as per Ministry of Health and Family Welfare order). Upon completing MBBS, graduates face no service bond and are free to choose any career path. The single most transformative career advantage of AIIMS Delhi is its Institutional Preference (IP) Roster — approximately 50% of PG (MD/MS) seats are reserved for internal AIIMS Delhi graduates, assessed through INI-CET. This mechanism ensures that a very high percentage of AIIMS MBBS graduates secure a postgraduate seat at India's #1 medical institution. PG stipends range from approximately ₹90,000/month (JR-1) to ₹1,05,000/month (JR-3). Beyond PG, AIIMS Delhi graduates are the top feeders for US residency programmes via USMLE, UK registration via PLAB, WHO and ICMR advisory positions, UPSC Civil Services, and senior roles at premier private hospital chains. Teaching and research are conducted across 42 disciplines, with faculty routinely publishing 600+ indexed research papers annually and serving as national and international advisors to the PMO, WHO, and ICMR. Campus life is vibrant, anchored by PULSE — the largest medical cultural festival in South Asia, spanning 7 days with 400+ colleges participating. Clubs include Parivartan (social service), the Literary Society, Dramatics, and Dance societies. The campus is served by a cosmopolitan student community of state toppers from every corner of India, creating a high-performance intellectual environment that is both demanding and deeply rewarding.

Admission Process

Admissions to SASTRA Deemed University are conducted entirely online through the official website (sastra.edu). For B.Tech, seats are allocated in two streams: Stream 1 (50% seats) based on equal weightage of JEE Main 2025 score and Class XII aggregate; Stream 2 (50% seats) based solely on Class XII aggregate. Regional seat distribution: Thanjavur & Trichy (20%), Tamil Nadu (40%), All India (40%). For 5-Year Integrated LLB programmes (B.A. LL.B., B.Com. LL.B., B.B.A. LL.B.), admission is based on CLAT scores with 50% weightage and Class XII marks with 50% weightage. For M.Tech programmes, merit in qualifying UG degree is considered; GATE-qualified candidates receive priority with 50% tuition fee waiver. For MBA, scores from CAT/XAT/CMAT are accepted. For M.Sc. and other PG programmes, merit in qualifying UG degree is the basis, with CUET considered if available. All other UG and PG programmes in Sciences, Arts, Commerce, and Education are merit-based. Application fee: INR 600 (online). Counselling is conducted online after Board results, typically in June.

Cutoffs

B.Tech CSE (General): JEE Main rank ~500–900 (2025 estimate). B.Tech ECE/IT: Slightly higher ranks. 30% seats filled on Class XII merit alone (Stream 2). Regional seat reservations apply: Thanjavur & Trichy (20%), Tamil Nadu (40%), All India (40%). LLB Integrated (B.A./B.Com./B.B.A.): Based on CLAT rank combined with Class XII marks; CLAT score carries 50% weightage.

Rankings & Recognition

NIRF 2025: #51 Overall | #29 University | #40 Engineering | #11 Law | QS Asia 2026: #419 | THE World University Rankings 2024: 1201-1500 | CWUR 2025: #1878 Globally | Collegedunia 2026: #82 Overall, #7 B.Tech in Tamil Nadu

Top Recruiters & Placements

AIIMS Delhi (Internal PG – 50% Institutional Preference Roster),Other AIIMS Institutes across India (Jodhpur, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Rishikesh, etc.),PGIMER Chandigarh,JIPMER Puducherry,Armed Forces Medical Services (Army Medical Corps),Central Government Health Services (CGHS),Indian Railway Medical Service,WHO (World Health Organization) – Consulting / Deputation Roles,ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research),US Residency Programs (USMLE Match – Top feeder institution for H1-B visas),NHS UK (PLAB Route – British Medical Council),Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Healthcare, Medanta, Max Healthcare,UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) – Civil Services,National Health Mission (NHM),Premier International Academic Institutions (Harvard, Johns Hopkins – Fellowships)

Scholarships

1. Merit Scholarship: Awarded to students ranking in the top 3–10% of semester examinations. 2. GATE Scholarship (M.Tech): 50% tuition fee waiver plus monthly stipend for all GATE-qualified M.Tech students. 3. National Scholarship Portal: SASTRA students are eligible to apply for all Government of India scholarships including Post-Matric Scholarship, National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS), and others via scholarships.gov.in. 4. SASTRA Excellence Award: Special recognition and scholarship for outstanding academic performers. 5. Sports Quota Scholarship: Available for students with outstanding achievements in national/state-level sports.

Student Life & Campus

Student life at SASTRA Deemed University is vibrant and well-structured. The university hosts a series of flagship annual events: Kuruksastra (one of South India's grandest cultural festivals), Daksh (National Technical Symposium), Colosseum (Inter-Institutional Sports Festival), Biotikos (Biotechnology & Life Sciences Fest), and Plasma Compendium (Science & Research Fest). Active clubs and societies include the IIChE Student Chapter, ASME Student Chapter, NCC, NSS, Anti-Drug Club, Dance & Drama Clubs, Photography Club, Music Club, Entrepreneurship Cell, and more. Sports facilities include a large indoor stadium named 'Maruti', a gym, yoga centre, and outdoor courts for basketball, badminton, volleyball, tennis, football and cricket. The campus is fully residential with dedicated hostel blocks for boys and girls, an in-campus hospital, and vegetarian mess facilities. A student counselling centre supports mental health. The strictly disciplined and safe residential campus environment fosters academic focus while offering a balanced extracurricular ecosystem.

Facilities

2,500+ Bed Multi-Specialty Teaching Hospital (Undergoing Expansion to 5,000 Beds under ₹9,053 Crore Master Plan 2025),Jai Prakash Narayan Apex Trauma Centre (JPNATC) – 24x7 Level-1 Trauma Care,Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute-Rotary Cancer Hospital (BRAIRCH) – Dedicated Oncology Centre,Cardio-Thoracic and Neuro-Sciences Centre (CNTC),Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences,National Cancer Institute (NCI), Jhajjar Campus,50+ Modular Laminar-Flow Operation Theatres,Robotic Surgery Suite (Da Vinci Surgical System),PET-MRI, PET-CT, Gamma Knife, and Linear Accelerator (LINAC),24x7 Emergency & Casualty Wing with Mass Casualty Handling Capacity,Intensive Care Units: Medical ICU, Surgical ICU, NICU, PICU, CTVS-ICU, Neuro-ICU, Burns ICU,Blood Bank & Component Therapy Centre,Round-the-Clock Central Laboratory with Advanced Diagnostics,Nuclear Medicine Department with SPECT/CT,Bone Marrow Transplant Unit,Renal Transplant & Dialysis Unit,AIIMS-Standard Multi-Storey Fully Air-Conditioned Academic Complex,Fully-Equipped Pre-Clinical Labs (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry),Para-Clinical Labs (Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine),State-of-the-Art Simulation & Skill Lab with Mannequins, OSCE Stations,Central Library: 10,000+ Books, 150+ Print Journals, PubMed, ClinicalKey, UpToDate, NML-ERMED Digital Access,4–6 Gallery-Type Lecture Theatres (Capacity 200–350 each), Central Auditorium (500–700 capacity),CPCSEA-Registered Central Animal House,Separate Modern Hostels for Boys (Hostel 18 & others), Girls, and PG Residents,Wi-Fi Campus (NKN – National Knowledge Network Connectivity),Sports Complex: Cricket Ground, Basketball, Tennis, Volleyball, Football,Fully-Equipped Gymnasium and Yoga Hall,SBI / Canara Bank Branch and ATM on Campus,Amul Cafeteria, Stationery Shop, Student Mess (Veg + Non-Veg),Rajgarhia Vishram Sadan, Satya Sai Vishram Sadan, Surekha Vishram Sadan (Patient Guest Houses – 412+ Beds),Ashray Facility for Outstation OPD Patients (Overnight Stay),HMIS (Hospital Management Information System) – Fully Integrated,CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) Security and CCTV Surveillance,Student Wellness Wing & Counselling Centre,Hospital Management Board & Ethics Committee,Centre for Community Medicine (Preventive & Social Medicine),College of Nursing,Biostatistics & Medical Records Division

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a State Quota for Delhi or any state students at AIIMS Delhi?

No. AIIMS Delhi is an Institute of National Importance (INI) established under the AIIMS Act, 1956. 100% of its MBBS seats (125 for Indian Nationals + 7 for Foreign Nationals = 132 total) are filled through All India merit via NEET-UG and MCC counselling. A student from Delhi has exactly the same chance as a student from any other state.

How much does the MBBS course actually cost at AIIMS Delhi?

The total academic fee for the entire 5.5-year MBBS course is ₹1,628 (non-refundable). Hostel and other charges are ₹4,228 (one-time, includes hostel rent, gymkhana, electricity, and caution deposit). Total MBBS course fee: approximately ₹5,856. Living expenses (mess + personal) are approximately ₹3,000–₹5,000 per month, which are student-managed and subsidized.

What is the MBBS intake and seat distribution at AIIMS Delhi?

Total MBBS intake: 132 seats (125 Indian Nationals + 7 Foreign Nationals). Category-wise for Indian seats: General/UR – 46 seats, OBC – 32 seats, SC – 18 seats, ST – 9 seats, EWS – 13 seats (approx.), with 5% horizontal PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) reservation across categories.

What is the Institutional Preference (IP) system for PG at AIIMS Delhi?

Approximately 50% of PG (MD/MS) seats at AIIMS Delhi are reserved preferentially for internal candidates (i.e., AIIMS Delhi MBBS graduates) under the Institutional Preference Roster. This is the single biggest career advantage of studying MBBS at AIIMS Delhi, as it significantly improves the probability of securing a PG seat in India's #1 medical institution.

Is there a service bond after MBBS at AIIMS Delhi?

No. There is NO compulsory service bond after MBBS at AIIMS Delhi. Graduates are completely free to pursue PG, go abroad, or take any career path after completing MBBS. However, if a student leaves their MBBS seat mid-course, a penalty of ₹1 Lakh is applicable. For PG seats, a penalty of approximately ₹3 Lakhs is charged if a student abandons the PG seat midway. There is no PG service bond either.

What is the internship stipend at AIIMS Delhi?

The MBBS internship stipend at AIIMS Delhi is ₹30,070 per month, effective from 01/01/2022 as per Ministry of Health & Family Welfare order, implemented at AIIMS New Delhi via Office Memorandum dated 05/09/2023. Payment is regular, usually credited by the 5th–10th of each month.

What is the PG (MD/MS) stipend at AIIMS Delhi?

PG stipends at AIIMS Delhi: Junior Resident Year 1 (JR-1) – approx. ₹90,000/month; Junior Resident Year 2 (JR-2) – approx. ₹97,000/month; Junior Resident Year 3 (JR-3) – approx. ₹1,05,000/month. These are 7th Pay Commission-aligned stipends inclusive of HRA.

How is admission to AIIMS Delhi conducted? Is there a separate exam?

Admission to MBBS at AIIMS Delhi is through NEET-UG scores (conducted by NTA), followed by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) All India Quota counselling. There is no separate AIIMS entrance exam since 2020. For PG (MD/MS), admission is through INI-CET (conducted by AIIMS Delhi). For Super-Specialty (DM/MCh), admission is via NEET-SS / INI-CET Super-Specialty. For Nursing and Paramedical, admission is via AIIMS BSc Nursing/Paramedical Entrance Exam.

Do I get a single room in the hostel?

Not immediately. First-year UG students are generally allotted double or triple-sharing rooms. Single rooms are typically available from the 6th semester or Internship phase onwards. PG residents generally get single-occupancy AC rooms. Hostel is effectively compulsory for junior years due to clinical schedules.

Is attendance strict at AIIMS Delhi?

Yes. A minimum of 75% attendance in theory and 80% attendance in clinical postings is mandatory to become eligible for the Professional Examinations. Attendance is monitored strictly.

Courses & Fees

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - Academic Fee: ₹1,628 (entire course, one-time). Hostel & Other Charges: ₹4,228 (one-time, includes hostel rent, gymkhana, pot fund, electricity, and caution deposit). Total MBBS Course Fee (5.5 Years): ₹5,856 for Indian Nationals. Foreign Nationals: USD 75,000 for the full course, payable in three phases. No annual tuition fee. No management quota. No NRI quota. 100% merit-based central government allocation.
  • Doctor of Medicine / Master of Surgery / Master of Dental Surgery - Nominal government fees. PG Stipend: Year 1 (JR-1) – approx. ₹90,000/month; Year 2 (JR-2) – approx. ₹97,000/month; Year 3 (JR-3) – approx. ₹1,05,000/month. Admission via INI-CET (conducted by AIIMS Delhi). 50% of PG seats are reserved for internal institutional candidates (AIIMS Delhi MBBS graduates) under the Institutional Preference (IP) Roster.
  • Doctorate of Medicine / Magister Chirurgiae - Nominal government fees. Approx. 50+ seats per session across Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Neuro-Surgery, Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Urology, and other super-specialties. Admission via NEET-SS / INI-CET (Super-Specialty). Counselling by MCC.
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing - Nominal government fees. Duration: 4 Years. Open only to female candidates. Admission via AIIMS BSc Nursing Entrance Exam (conducted by AIIMS Examination Section). Placement: Nursing Officer (NO) posts at AIIMS and Central Govt hospitals; starting salary ₹70,000–₹85,000/month. High placement rate via NORCET.
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Post-Basic) - Nominal government fees. Duration: 2 Years. For registered nurses seeking degree upgrade.
  • Bachelor of Science in Optometry - Nominal government fees. Duration: 3 Years. Admission via AIIMS BSc Paramedical Entrance Exam.
  • Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology - Nominal government fees. Duration: 3 Years. Admission via AIIMS BSc Paramedical Entrance Exam.
  • Bachelor of Science in Operation Theatre Technology - Nominal government fees. Duration: 3 Years. Admission via AIIMS BSc Paramedical Entrance Exam.
  • Bachelor of Science in Dental Operating Room Assistance - Nominal government fees. Duration: 3 Years. Admission via AIIMS BSc Paramedical Entrance Exam.
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Sciences / Life Sciences / Biomedical Research) - Nominal government fees. Admission via AIIMS PhD Entrance Examination. Available across 42 disciplines. JRF/SRF fellowship stipends provided as per DST/ICMR/DBT norms.

Reviews & Ratings

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Pros

  • Ranked #1 Medical Institution in India by NIRF 2024 and 2025 — consistently holds the top spot for years
  • Institutional Preference (IP) Roster: ~50% of PG (MD/MS) seats reserved for internal AIIMS Delhi graduates — the single most powerful career advantage in Indian medical education
  • No service bond after MBBS or PG — complete career freedom post-graduation
  • Practically free education: total MBBS course fee for 5.5 years is ₹5,856 (among the lowest in the world for a top-ranked institution)
  • Unmatched clinical exposure: rare diseases (Wilson's, Cushing's, rare genetic syndromes) are seen as routine referrals from across India and neighbouring countries
  • World-class equipment: Robotic Surgery (Da Vinci), PET-MRI, Gamma Knife, 50+ OTs, Level-1 Trauma Centre, dedicated Cancer Hospital (BRAIRCH)
  • Brand value: The 'AIIMSian' tag opens doors globally — US residency (USMLE), UK (PLAB), Corporate hospitals, WHO/ICMR consultancy roles, PMO advisory
  • Faculty are national and international icons — HODs regularly serve as advisors to WHO, PMO, ICMR; Padma Shri and Dr. BC Roy Award recipients
  • PULSE Fest — the largest medical cultural festival in South Asia (7 days, 400+ colleges)
  • Campus is a self-contained medical city with a direct Metro station (AIIMS Yellow Line) — no external city commute needed
  • 100% career placement rate (PG, government service, or international opportunities) for MBBS graduates

Cons

  • Extremely intense academic pressure — you are competing with the top 0.01% of India every day; Imposter Syndrome is very common in the first year
  • Hospital is severely overcrowded — OPD footfall of ~10,000–15,000 patients/day makes the corridors chaotic, smelly, and exhausting for students and patients alike
  • Hostel rooms are basic — first-year UGs typically get double/triple sharing; single rooms come much later
  • Mess food is frequently rated below average; students often rely on the canteen, Amul cafeteria, or food delivery
  • Some senior faculty are extremely busy with research, national advisory roles, and international conferences, leading to irregular UG classroom sessions
  • Non-Hindi speakers face initial difficulty — ~85% of OPD patients speak Hindi or rural dialects from UP, Bihar, Haryana, and Bengal; basic Hindi is essential within 2 months

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Notifications & Updates

  • NEET-UG 2026 – MCC All India Quota Counselling for AIIMS Delhi MBBS (2026-06-21)
  • INI-CET January 2026 Session – PG Admission (2026-01-01)

Location

Sri Aurobindo Marg, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi – 110029

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Contact Details

Phone: +91-4362-264101 / +91-4362-350001

Email: admissions@sastra.edu

Medical Details & Hospital Load

Bed Count: N/A, Daily Patients: Approximately 10,000–15,000 OPD patients per day. Annually: ~1.5 million outpatients and ~80,000 inpatients (official AIIMS data).

OPD Load: Extremely High – Approximately 10,000–15,000 OPD patients per day (one of the highest OPD loads of any single institution in the world). Annually, AIIMS manages approximately 1.5 million outpatients. Patients arrive from across India and neighbouring countries including Nepal, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. The daily footfall is projected to double over the next 20–30 years per the Master Plan 2025., IPD Load: Very High – 2,084+ inpatient beds (expanding to 5,000+). Approximately 80,000+ inpatient admissions annually, with over 1,70,000 surgeries performed per year across 50+ OTs. Virtually every complex and rare disease condition in India is eventually referred to AIIMS Delhi, creating unmatched inpatient clinical exposure.

Bond Years: 0, Bond Penalty: MBBS Mid-Course Seat Leaving Penalty: ₹1,00,000 (₹1 Lakh) if a student abandons the MBBS seat after admission. PG Mid-Course Seat Leaving Penalty: Approx. ₹3,00,000 (₹3 Lakhs) if a student abandons the PG (MD/MS) seat midway. These are seat-abandonment penalties, NOT service bonds. There is no rural posting obligation, no government service obligation, and no debarment penalty.