AIIMS 2026 – Counselling 

The counselling process for AIIMS 2026 nursing courses is a crucial component following the declaration of results. It determines the seat allotment for B.Sc. Nursing (Hons.) and Post-Basic Nursing candidates across various AIIMS campuses. The AIIMS counselling process is merit-based, transparent, and conducted online through multiple rounds to ensure fair seat distribution.

1. Counselling Process Overview

• AIIMS 2026 counselling starts approximately one month after the release of results.
• Candidates who qualify the entrance exam are eligible for counselling.
• The counselling is conducted online on the official website: aiimsexams.ac.in.
• The process involves registration, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, and admission confirmation.

2. Steps Involved in AIIMS 2026 Counselling

Step 1: Registration for Counselling

• Qualified candidates must register for counselling on the official portal using their login credentials.
• Personal details and preferences for AIIMS campuses must be submitted during registration.

Step 2: Choice Filling and Locking

• Candidates select and lock their choices (AIIMS campuses and courses) based on preference.
• This step determines the seat allocation as per merit and availability.

Step 3: Seat Allotment

• Based on merit rank, category, and choices filled, seats are allotted.
• Seat allotment results are published online.

Step 4: Seat Acceptance

• Candidates can either accept the allotted seat and withdraw from further rounds or accept the seat and participate in subsequent rounds for possible upgradation.
• If candidates accept the seat and wish to join, they must complete document verification and fee payment at the allotted AIIMS within the specified timeline.

Step 5: Subsequent Counselling Rounds

• If seats remain vacant, second and third counselling rounds are conducted.
• A spot round or open round may be held offline for leftover seats.

3. Document Verification and Admission

• Candidates must report to the allotted AIIMS campus with original documents for verification.
• Mandatory documents include entrance result/scorecard, category certificate, identity proof, academic qualifications, and others as specified.
• Biometric verification is conducted to confirm candidate identity.
• Upon successful verification and fee payment, admission is confirmed.

4. Seat Reservation and Eligibility

• Reservation policies apply, including a 5% reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD), subject to medical clearance.
• Foreign nationals are eligible only for AIIMS New Delhi and are exempted from the entrance exam.

Important Notes for Candidates

• Failure to join the allotted seat within the stipulated period or not completing document verification may lead to forfeiture of the seat.
• Candidates are advised to keep track of counselling schedules regularly on the official AIIMS exam website.

FAQs

Q1. When does the AIIMS 2026 nursing counselling process begin?

Ans. The AIIMS counselling process typically begins about one month after the AIIMS entrance exam results are declared.

Q2. How can candidates register for AIIMS 2026 nursing counselling?

Ans. Eligible candidates must register online at the official AIIMS exam portal (aiimsexams.ac.in) using their entrance exam credentials to participate in counselling.

Q3. What documents are required during AIIMS counselling for nursing courses?

Ans. Candidates must carry original documents such as their AIIMS result, academic certificates, category certificate (if applicable), identity proof, and other specified documents for verification.

Q4. Is biometric verification part of the AIIMS counselling process?

Ans. Yes, biometric verification is performed at the time of reporting to the allotted AIIMS campus to authenticate the candidate's identity.

Q5. What happens if a candidate does not accept the allotted seat during counselling?

Ans. If a candidate declines or fails to accept the allotted seat within the specified timeframe, the seat may be forfeited, and the candidate might not be allowed to participate in further rounds.