The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, have taken a crucial step in the admission process for super-speciality medical courses. The institutes have officially published the list of candidates who have been shortlisted for the second stage of the Institute of National Importance Super-Speciality (INI SS) selection process for the January 2026 academic session.
Who Has Qualified for the Next Round?
This shortlist is specifically for Stage-II, the Departmental Assessment, for candidates seeking admission to DM and M.Ch courses. The selection is based on the performance in the INI SS Online Computer-Based Test (CBT), which was held on Saturday, 22nd November 2025. Only those candidates who successfully cleared Stage-I of this highly competitive examination find their names on this list.
The authorities prepared the roster strictly according to the information submitted by candidates during their online registration. The process also adheres to all the guidelines and rules specified in the official prospectus for the departmental assessments.
Key Details of the Stage-II Assessment
In a significant update, the conducting bodies have decided to hold the Stage-II evaluation virtually. The Departmental Clinical, Practical, and Lab-Based Assessment will be conducted exclusively through video conferencing. This move ensures a streamlined and accessible process for candidates across the country.
The assessment window for all shortlisted aspirants is set between 9th December 2025 and 13th December 2025. However, candidates must note that a separate, detailed notice outlining the exact date and department-wise schedule for each candidate will be published later. All such vital updates will be posted on the official AIIMS examinations portal.
How to Download the INI SS Shortlist
Aspiring super-specialists can follow a straightforward process to access the list and verify their selection:
- Visit the official website: www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
- On the homepage, locate the 'Notifications / Results / Announcements' section.
- Search for the notice titled: “List of candidates called for Stage-II (Departmental Assessment) – DM/M.Ch. Courses January 2026 Session”.
- Click on the link to open the PDF or webpage containing the list.
- Download and save the file for your records.
- Carefully check your name, registration number, and applied course details in the list.
It is highly recommended that candidates keep a digital and a printed copy of the shortlist for easy reference during the upcoming assessment.
What Should Candidates Do Next?
The most critical task for shortlisted candidates now is to monitor the AIIMS website regularly for the subsequent notice detailing their individual assessment schedule. The official portal, www.aiimsexams.ac.in, will be the sole platform for all future communications regarding the date and time of the video conference assessment.
This announcement marks a pivotal phase in the INI SS recruitment process for 2025, bringing candidates one step closer to securing a seat in the prestigious DM and M.Ch programs offered by these institutes of national importance.
