Overview


All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi is India’s most prestigious medical institution and the country’s undisputed leader in medical education, patient care, and biomedical research. Established in 1956 by an Act of Parliament and operating as an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, AIIMS New Delhi has been ranked #1 in the Medical category of the NIRF Rankings for eight consecutive years (2018–2025), and stands 8th in the Overall category of NIRF 2025 with an impressive score of 91.80.
The institute is globally recognized for its world-class faculty, cutting-edge research infrastructure, and the AIIMS hospital complex that serves over 10,000 outpatients daily. Spread across the Ansari Nagar campus in South Delhi and its associated centres including the JPNA Trauma Centre, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, Cardiothoracic Centre, and the New OPD Block, AIIMS offers an unmatched clinical exposure to its students. The upcoming 3000-bed hospital under the campus master plan will further strengthen its position as a healthcare powerhouse.
AIIMS New Delhi offers a comprehensive range of programmes through MBBS, B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing, B.Sc Paramedical courses, MD, MS, MDS, DM, M.Ch, M.Sc, MHA, and Ph.D across more than 50 specializations. Admission to MBBS is through NEET-UG, while PG and super-speciality admissions are through INI-CET, making it one of the most competitive institutes in the world with an acceptance rate of less than 0.1%.
What truly sets AIIMS apart is its remarkably affordable fee structure — the entire MBBS course costs less than ₹10,000 — making world-class medical education accessible to meritorious students from every economic background. With a legacy of producing India’s finest doctors, surgeons, researchers, and healthcare leaders, AIIMS New Delhi remains the ultimate destination for aspiring medical professionals.
Rankings
- NIRF 2025: Ranked #1 in Medical category with a score of 91.80 — 8th consecutive year at the top (2018–2025)
- NIRF 2025: Ranked #8 in the Overall category among all Indian institutions
- Status: Institution of National Importance, established by an Act of Parliament (1956), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
- India Today Rankings: Consistently ranked #1 among medical colleges in India
- Times Higher Education / QS: Featured among the top institutions globally in clinical and medical subjects
- Recognition: Medical Council of India (NMC) approved; degrees recognized worldwide
- Research Output: Among the highest citation records and publication volume of any Indian medical institution
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS (5.5 Years) | ₹6,075 – 8,140 (Total) | 10+2 with PCB + NEET-UG |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Nursing (4 Years) | ~₹4,065 (Total) | 10+2 + AIIMS Nursing Exam |
| B.Sc (Post Basic) Nursing (2 Years) | ~₹2,245 (Total) | 10+2 + GNM |
| B.Sc Paramedical / B.Optom (3–4 Years) | ₹900 – 1,200 (Total) | 10+2 with Science |
| MD (29 Specializations, 3 Years) | ₹750 – 2,491 (Total) | MBBS + INI-CET |
| MS (General Surgery & Specialities, 3 Years) | ~₹1,567 (Per Year) | MBBS + INI-CET |
| MDS (5 Specializations, 3 Years) | ₹1,567 – 2,027 (Per Year) | BDS + NEET MDS/INI-CET |
| DM (Super Speciality, 3 Years) | ~₹3,330 (Total) | MD + INI-SS |
| M.Ch (Super Speciality, 3 Years) | ~₹3,330 (Total) | MS + INI-SS |
| M.Sc (15 Specializations, 2 Years) | ~₹1,400 (Total) | Graduation in relevant subject |
| MHA (Hospital Administration, 2–3 Years) | ~₹2,000 (Total) | Graduation |
| Ph.D (25+ Specializations, 3 Years) | ~₹2,045 (Per Year) | Post Graduation |
| Fellowships (10+ Programmes, 1 Year) | Varies by programme | Post Graduation |
Placements
- 100% Career Placement: AIIMS graduates are absorbed into the institute’s own hospital system as Junior Residents and Senior Residents, with residents receiving monthly stipends
- Internship Stipend: MBBS interns receive a stipend of approximately ₹23,000 – ₹26,000 per month during the rotating internship
- Residency Stipends: Junior Residents earn around ₹90,000+ per month (as per 7th Pay Commission), with Senior Residents earning significantly higher
- Global Recognition: AIIMS degrees are valued worldwide; alumni practice and hold faculty positions at leading hospitals and universities across the US, UK, Canada, and Europe
- Faculty & Research Careers: A large share of graduates join premier institutions like PGIMER, JIPMER, and AIIMS campuses as faculty, scientists, and researchers
- Speciality Practice: DM/M.Ch super-speciality graduates command top positions in cardiology, neurology, oncology, gastroenterology, and transplant surgery across India and abroad
- Public Health & Administration: MHA graduates are placed in hospital management, WHO, UNICEF, and national health programmes
- Alumni Network: AIIMS alumni lead AIIMS institutions across India, ICMR, national health missions, and some of the world’s best research labs


