The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has begun the online choice-filling process for candidates seeking admission to its BSc (Hons.) Nursing and BSc Allied & Health Care courses for the August 2026 session. Meanwhile, the institute has also announced the revised schedule for MSc Nursing admissions, with the first round of seat allotment results expected on August 6, 2026.
Understanding AIIMS Nursing Admissions
AIIMS Delhi is one of the premier medical institutes in India, offering highly sought-after nursing programs. The BSc Nursing and Allied Health Care courses prepare students for careers in healthcare, focusing on patient care, clinical skills, and allied medical services. MSc Nursing is a postgraduate program designed to deepen nursing knowledge and open doors to advanced clinical and academic roles.
Admission to these programs is competitive and conducted through a counselling process based on entrance exam performance. Candidates must complete choice filling to indicate their preferred AIIMS institutes and specialities, which influences seat allotment.
Key Dates and Details for 2026 Counselling
- The choice-filling window for BSc (Hons.) Nursing and BSc Allied & Health Care courses opened on July 30, 2026, and will remain open until August 6, 2026.
- Choice filling applies to all counselling rounds except the open round, if conducted.
- Seat allotment dates for BSc courses have not yet been announced.
- For MSc Nursing admissions, the first round seat allotment result will be declared on August 6, 2026.
- Candidates allotted seats in the first round must accept the seat online and complete reporting, document submission, and security deposit payment between August 7 (11 am) and August 12, 2026.
- The list of vacant seats after round 1 will be published on August 19, followed by the second round seat allotment on the same day.
- Second round seat acceptance and reporting for MSc Nursing will be from August 20 (11 am) to August 25, 2026.
- Reporting hours at allotted institutes are Monday to Friday until 4 pm and Saturdays until 12 noon.
- No fresh choice filling will be allowed for the second round; choices submitted in the first round will be considered automatically.
Why These Updates Matter for Nursing Aspirants
For students aiming to join AIIMS nursing programs, timely completion of the choice-filling process is crucial. The choices submitted directly affect seat allotment, so candidates must carefully select their preferred institutes and specialities. Missing the deadline could mean losing the chance to secure a seat in these competitive courses.
The clear schedule for MSc Nursing admissions helps candidates plan their next steps, including document preparation and reporting. Understanding the reporting timelines and procedures ensures a smooth admission process without last-minute complications.
AIIMS’s decision to carry forward first-round choices into subsequent rounds without fresh submissions simplifies the process but also means candidates should be strategic and deliberate when filling choices initially.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can candidates access the choice-filling portal for AIIMS nursing admissions?
A: Candidates can log in to the counselling portal through the "MyPage" section using the credentials created during their entrance exam application.
Q: Is fresh choice filling allowed for the second round of counselling?
A: No, fresh choice filling is not permitted for the second round. Choices submitted during the first round will automatically be considered for seat allotment.
Q: What are the reporting hours for candidates allotted seats at AIIMS?
A: Reporting at allotted institutes is allowed Monday to Friday until 4 pm, and on Saturdays until 12 noon.
