All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is one of the most prestigious and sought-after medical institutions in India. It was established with the aim of promoting excellence in medical education, research, and healthcare, and now it has grown into a network of autonomous public medical colleges across the country. With a reputation for world-class infrastructure, top-tier faculty, and rigorous academic standards, AIIMS stands as a symbol of excellence in Indian healthcare and medical education.

AIIMS History

The foundation stone of the first AIIMS was laid in 1952, and the institute was officially established in 1956 under the AIIMS Act. It was originally proposed to be set up in Calcutta, but the plan was shifted to New Delhi after the then Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, declined the proposal. AIIMS Delhi was later granted the status of an Institute of National Importance (INI), a prestigious recognition it continues to hold to this day.

In 2003, the Government of India introduced the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) with the aim of addressing regional disparities in access to quality healthcare. The initiative focused on setting up AIIMS like institutions across the country. Although the scheme was announced in 2003, its implementation began in 2006. Since then, AIIMS institutes have been developed in multiple phases, and over time, several new campuses have been established or proposed in various states.

List of AIIMS Institutes

All AIIMS branches, whether operational or under development, share a common vision to provide top-quality, affordable healthcare and medical education across India. While AIIMS New Delhi remains the renowned institution, newer institutes like AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Bhopal, Jodhpur, and Rishikesh are rapidly gaining reputation for clinical excellence, infrastructure, and academics. The consistent increase in MBBS seats across these institutes has also helped address the shortage of skilled doctors in India. Each AIIMS is designed with a hospital, college, and residential campus, and is governed under the central government’s umbrella with INI (Institute of National Importance) status.

Here is a list of AIIMS branches along with their establishment year and status:

S.No	Name of AIIMS	Year Established	Location	MBBS Intake
1	AIIMS New Delhi	1956	New Delhi	132
2	AIIMS Bhopal	2014	Madhya Pradesh	125
3	AIIMS Bhubaneswar	2014	Odisha	125
4	AIIMS Jodhpur	2014	Rajasthan	125
5	AIIMS Patna	2014	Bihar	125
6	AIIMS Raipur	2014	Chhattisgarh	125
7	AIIMS Rishikesh	2014	Uttarakhand	125
8	AIIMS Raebareli	2018	Uttar Pradesh	100
9	AIIMS Mangalagiri	2018	Andhra Pradesh	125
10	AIIMS Nagpur	2018	Maharashtra	125
11	AIIMS Kalyani	2019	West Bengal	125
12	AIIMS Gorakhpur	2019	Uttar Pradesh	125
13	AIIMS Bathinda	2019	Punjab	100
14	AIIMS Guwahati	2020	Assam	50
15	AIIMS Vijaypur	2020	Jammu & Kashmir	62
16	AIIMS Bilaspur	2020	Himachal Pradesh	50
17	AIIMS Madurai		Tamil Nadu	50
18	AIIMS Darbhanga	Under Construction	Bihar	–
19	AIIMS Awantipora	Under Construction	Jammu & Kashmir	–
20	AIIMS Deoghar	2019	Jharkhand	125
21	AIIMS Rajkot	2020	Gujarat	50
22	AIIMS Bibinagar	2019	Telangana	100
23	AIIMS Rewari	Under Construction	Haryana	100
24	AIIMS Manipur	Announced	Manipur	–

AIIMS New Delhi

• AIIMS New Delhi is the first and most prestigious AIIMS, established under the AIIMS Act in 1956.
• The institute is situated in the capital city and is widely recognized for delivering excellent medical education, cutting-edge research, and world-class patient care.
• It offers undergraduate (MBBS), postgraduate (MD/MS), superspecialty (DM/MCh), MSc, and PhD courses.
• The college has over 45 superspecialty departments, state-of-the-art simulation labs, and AI-powered diagnostic systems. It regularly contributes to national healthcare policies and medical research.

AIIMS Bhopal

• AIIMS Bhopal was one of the six AIIMS set up in the first phase of the PMSSY scheme.
• It is located in Madhya Pradesh, and provides quality healthcare and education in central India. The campus includes modern academic blocks, a functional hospital, and residential facilities.
• It emphasizes public health and rural outreach, and regularly hosts national-level academic and extracurricular events.
• The institute is growing in research reputation and academic performance.

AIIMS Bhubaneswar

• AIIMS Bhubaneswar serves the eastern region of India and is known for its robust academic structure and quality patient care. It offers MBBS, MD/MS, and several research opportunities.
• The institute has well-equipped OPD, IPD, and emergency care units, along with digital libraries and telemedicine services.
• It frequently organizes medical camps and outreach programs in Odisha, promoting community healthcare education and awareness.

AIIMS Jodhpur

• AIIMS Jodhpur is situated in Rajasthan, and has emerged as a reputed centre for medical learning and clinical excellence in western India.
• The institute features a large hospital, advanced diagnostic units, and simulation labs. It offers UG and PG courses, with strong involvement in rural health programs.
• It is also recognized for pioneering research in AI-based diagnostics and personalized medicine.

AIIMS Patna

• AIIMS Patna is a premier institute serving Bihar and nearby regions.
• It was established to reduce the migration of patients to metropolitan cities by providing top-tier medical services locally.
• The campus includes a modern hospital, residential blocks, and research facilities.
• The college regularly conducts health awareness drives and has a growing research base focused on regional diseases and community health.

AIIMS Raipur

• AIIMS Raipur is Located in Chhattisgarh, and caters to the healthcare needs of tribal and rural populations.
• It features modern academic infrastructure and a fully operational hospital.
• The institute emphasizes paperless administration, telemedicine, and community health programs.
• It has earned recognition for research in tribal medicine and healthcare IT.

AIIMS Rishikesh

• AIIMS Rishikesh is located in Uttarakhand, combines academic excellence with a commitment to disaster and hill-region healthcare.
• It offers UG and PG courses, fellowships, and hosts CMEs and training programs.
• The institute is a hub for simulation-based learning and rural health internships.
• It plays a vital role in the Himalayan belt’s healthcare strategy.

AIIMS Raebareli

• AIIMS Raebareli is the second AIIMS in Uttar Pradesh and was developed to enhance medical access in central India.
• Its academic and hostel facilities are functional, while hospital services continue to expand.
• The institute emphasizes maternal and child health research and conducts regular health outreach camps in surrounding districts.

AIIMS Mangalagiri

• AIIMS Mangalagiri is located in Andhra Pradesh, and serves the populous Vijayawada-Guntur region.
• It has a growing reputation for promoting health literacy and integrated learning.
• With modern classrooms, labs, and partnerships with state health agencies, it provides immersive field exposure and community-centric training.

AIIMS Nagpur

• AIIMS Nagpur addresses the medical needs of Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region.
• The institute emphasizes research in public health, cancer awareness, and nutrition.
• Its teaching methods focus on problem-based learning and early clinical exposure. It is emerging as a medical and research hub in central India.

AIIMS Kalyani

• AIIMS Kalyani, located in West Bengal, plays a crucial role in serving the healthcare and educational needs of eastern and north-eastern India.
• The institute offers high-quality medical education along with steadily expanding hospital facilities.
• It is known for its advanced digital infrastructure, student-centric teaching approach, and active promotion of medical research and healthcare innovation.
• The college also conducts regular community outreach and health awareness programs.
• With its strategic location and growing capabilities, AIIMS Kalyani is becoming a key player in strengthening regional healthcare systems.

AIIMS Gorakhpur

• AIIMS Gorakhpur was established to strengthen the healthcare system in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
• It conducts community-based medical research and public health initiatives.
• Though hospital expansion is ongoing, the institute already plays a key role in MBBS education and regional health awareness.

AIIMS Bathinda

• AIIMS Bathinda is located in Punjab, and provides medical education and healthcare in the north-western region.
• The academic setup is functional, with plans to expand clinical departments and begin PG programs.
• It is helping reduce patient load on Delhi-based hospitals.

AIIMS Guwahati

• AIIMS Guwahati is the first such institute in Assam and caters to the northeast region.
• With a focus on tribal and remote healthcare, the institute began its MBBS program and is gradually expanding its hospital infrastructure.
• It aims to become a hub for indigenous disease research.

AIIMS Vijaypur (Jammu)

• AIIMS Vijaypur began classes with a vision to improve medical access in the Jammu division.
• The college’s clinical facilities are under development, and promotes healthcare research focused on regional needs.

AIIMS Bilaspur

• AIIMS Bilaspur serves Himachal Pradesh with a focus on hill-area healthcare.
• With a growing MBBS program and faculty strength, the institute promotes digital health, public health training, and rural outreach.
• It aims to serve as a healthcare training centre in the region.

AIIMS Madurai

• Although the college’s construction is underway, AIIMS Madurai has started academic operations at a temporary campus.
• It is expected to reduce the dependency on Chennai and Bengaluru for tertiary care in southern Tamil Nadu.
• It aims to emerge as a premier institute for healthcare and research in the state.

AIIMS Darbhanga

• AIIMS Darbhanga, whose foundation was laid in 2024, will serve north Bihar’s medical needs.
• It is expected to reduce the region’s reliance on AIIMS Patna and other metro hospitals.
• Once completed, it will offer UG, PG, and specialty services.

AIIMS Awantipora

• AIIMS Awantipora is under development in Kashmir and aims to provide quality medical education and tertiary care in the valley.
• It is expected to play a vital role in stabilizing the region’s healthcare system and generate medical employment locally.

AIIMS Deoghar

• AIIMS Deoghar Located in Jharkhand, and provides healthcare access to tribal and remote regions.
• It has a fully functional academic campus and hospital services are expanding.
• The college focuses on maternal health, malnutrition, and rural outreach programs.

AIIMS Rajkot

• AIIMS Rajkot caters to the western belt of Gujarat.
• It has operational academic facilities, and hospital construction is ongoing.
• The institute encourages interdisciplinary research and is expected to emerge as a medical education hub in the region.

AIIMS Bibinagar

• AIIMS Bibinagar is Telangana’s first AIIMS, located near Hyderabad, Bibinagar and it began its academic programs while hospital facilities continue to grow.
• The institute is expected to relieve pressure on Hyderabad’s healthcare system and offer modern MBBS training.

AIIMS Rewari

• AIIMS Rewari is being built to address the medical education and treatment gap in southern Haryana.
• Once operational, it will serve as a tertiary care centre and offer UG, PG, and super specialty courses.
• Construction is progressing steadily.

AIIMS Manipur

• AIIMS Manipur was announced under the Atmanirbhar Bharat scheme, and is in a planning and site selection stage.
• It will be the first AIIMS in the state and will play a key role in strengthening the healthcare system in the northeast region.

MBBS Cutoff 2024

As per NEET 2025 data, AIIMS Delhi remains the most competitive, with a cutoff rank of 47 for the General category and 186 for OBC. In contrast, newer AIIMS like Rajkot and Bibinagar have much higher cutoff ranks, going up to 40,000+ for SC/ST candidates.

This trend highlights that top ranks are still needed for admission into AIIMS Delhi and other older branches. However, the newer campuses are creating more opportunities for students with mid to lower ranks, especially those from reserved categories, thereby expanding access to quality medical education across a wider region of India.

College	UR	OBC	SC	ST
AIIMS – Delhi	47	186	647	1150
AIIMS – Jodhpur	374	695	4472	10281
AIIMS – Bhubaneswar	655	1276	7879	24240
AIIMS – Bhopal	510	1135	42010	15865
AIIMS – Rishikesh	781	1139	8300	20500
AIIMS – Raipur	1130	2062	13250	29500
AIIMS – Patna	1476	2004	28000	43000
AIIMS – Nagpur	953	1801	10774	23000
AIIMS – Bhatinda	1609	2797	16000	40000
AIIMS – Bibinagar	2558	4020	28136	40200
AIIMS – Mangalgnj	1930	3575	23000	42000
AIIMS – Gorakhpur	2461	2850	22000	43000
AIIMS – Rajkot	2194	3826	29000	43600

Admission Process

Admission to MBBS programs at AIIMS is done through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidate must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
• A minimum of 50% aggregate marks for General, 40% for SC/ST/OBC.
• Must qualify NEET UG with required cutoff percentile.

Application Process:

1. Register for NEET UG on the official NTA portal.
2. Appear for NEET on the scheduled date.
3. Once results are announced, register for AIQ counselling through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee).
4. Participate in the AIIMS seat allotment based on rank, preferences, and availability.
5. Upload documents, pay the fees, and report to the allotted AIIMS for admission.

Postgraduate Admissions:

Admission to MD/MS and super-specialty courses across all AIIMS is conducted through INI-CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test), held twice a year (January & July sessions). AIIMS Delhi and other branches also offer MSc, MCh, DM, and PhD programs through their respective entrance tests and counselling.

Conclusion

AIIMS is not just a network of medical colleges, it is a legacy of healthcare excellence that has transformed India’s medical education and service delivery. From its historic roots in New Delhi to the growing presence in every region of the country, AIIMS continues to lead with its uncompromised standards, cutting-edge research, and commitment to public health. With many more AIIMS in development, the future of Indian healthcare is in safe hands well-trained, well-equipped, and well-distributed.