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INI-CET

Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test

AIIMS / JIPMER / PGI / NIMHANS

Combined entrance for AIIMS, JIPMER, PGI Chandigarh and NIMHANS PG programmes — India's most competitive medical exam.

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Exam at a Glance

Frequency

Twice yearly (May & Nov)

Eligibility

MBBS with internship completion

Format

200 MCQs in 3 hours

Pass Mark

Institute-specific cutoff

Syllabus & Subjects

Phase 1 — Pre-Clinical (Year 1)3 subjects
Human Anatomy
Physiology
Biochemistry
Phase 2 — Para-Clinical (Year 2)5 subjects
Pharmacology
Pathology
Microbiology
Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Community Medicine
Phase 3 Part 1 — Clinical (Year 3)7 subjects
General Medicine
General Surgery
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Pediatrics
Ophthalmology
Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
Orthopedics
Phase 3 Part 2 — Clinical (Final Year)8 subjects
General Medicine (Advanced)
General Surgery (Advanced)
Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Advanced)
Pediatrics (Advanced)
Psychiatry
Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
Respiratory Medicine
Anesthesiology
Additional — INI-CET Specific4 subjects
Research Methodology
Biostatistics
Bioethics
Evidence-Based Medicine

High-Yield TopicsFocus here first

Based on analysis of recent exam papers and the NMC curriculum framework. Prioritise these during revision.

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General Medicine — Image-based clinical scenarios, recent landmark trials (higher difficulty than NEET PG)

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Pharmacology — Mechanism-based questions, recent drug approvals, pharmacogenomics

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Pathology — Histopathology images, molecular pathology, haematological malignancies

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Research Methodology — Study design, biostatistics, evidence-based medicine, bioethics scenarios

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Community Medicine — Epidemiological calculations, National Health Programmes, recent policy changes

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MCQ Bank

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Thousands of exam-pattern MCQs mapped to the INI-CET syllabus. Each question has detailed explanations covering why each option is right or wrong, difficulty tagging (Easy/Medium/Hard), and subject-topic mapping for targeted revision.

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Flashcards & Mnemonics

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AI-generated spaced-repetition flashcards for every high-yield topic. Includes visual mnemonics, memory aids, and auto-scheduling that adapts to your retention patterns. Never forget what you've studied.

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Clinical Notes

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Structured, exam-focused notes written by senior clinicians. Each topic broken into key facts, clinical pearls, recent advances, and examination tips. Covers all 19 MBBS subjects.

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Drug Formulary

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1,853 drugs with adult and paediatric monographs, interactions checker, and dosing guidelines. Pharmacology questions account for 30-40 marks — master them with our integrated formulary.

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105 Clinical Calculators

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SOFA, NEWS2, GCS, CHA₂DS₂-VASc, Wells Score, APACHE II, and 99 more. Practice the calculations that appear in clinical scenario questions and build confidence for ward-based assessments.

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ECG & X-Ray Atlas

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105 annotated ECG strips across 16 categories and 90+ X-ray cases across 16 patterns. Difficulty-graded from beginner to advanced with interactive quizzes. ECG alone accounts for 10-12% of the exam.

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AI Clinical Reasoning

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Our DDx engine presents clinical vignettes and guides you through differential diagnosis step-by-step — the fastest-growing question format in Indian medical exams. Build the clinical thinking examiners reward.

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Viva Coach & OSCE Stations

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AI-powered viva practice with instant feedback on your clinical reasoning. OSCE station simulations with mark schemes, examiner frameworks, and communication skills guidance for practical assessments.

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Audio Learning

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Listen to topic summaries and revision podcasts on the go. Perfect for commutes, gym sessions, or winding down before sleep. Every high-yield topic available in audio format for passive revision.

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Video Lectures

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Concise video explanations by subject specialists covering core concepts, clinical demonstrations, and exam-focused walkthroughs. Annotated diagrams and animations for complex topics.

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📊 DifficultyVery High
📅 Next sittingMay 2026
✅ Pass markInstitute-specific cutoff

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