Entrance Tests

Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI-CET) 2025

Purpose

INI-CET is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admissions to postgraduate medical courses (MD/MS/M.Ch./DM) and dental courses (MDS) offered by various Institutes of National Importance (INIs) in India.

Conducting Authority

The exam is conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).

Eligibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold an MBBS degree or a Diploma recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI).
  • Minimum Marks: There is no minimum marks requirement for INI-CET.
  • Residency: Candidates must be Indian nationals or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI).
  • Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for INI-CET.
  • Number of Attempts: Candidates can attempt the exam up to three times in consecutive years.

Exam Schedule

  • Notification Release: 4th week of January 2025
  • Application Form Release: 1st week of March 2025
  • Last Date to Apply: 3rd week of April 2025
  • Correction Window: 2nd week of May 2025
  • Admit Card Availability: 1st week of June 2025
  • Exam Date: March 29 and 30, 2025
  • Result Declaration: 2nd week of July 2025
  • Counselling and Seat Allocation: Begins immediately after result declaration

Application Process

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the NBE website (nbe.edu.in).
  2. Register: Complete the registration process by entering the required details.
  3. Fill the Application Form: Fill out the INI-CET application form and upload scanned documents.
  4. Pay the Application Fee: Pay the fee using credit/debit cards or net banking.
  5. Submit the Form: Submit the application form and print a hard copy for future reference.

Application Fee

  • General Category Candidates: ₹4,250
  • SC/ST/PwD Candidates: ₹3,000

Exam Pattern

  • Mode: Computer-based Test (CBT)
  • Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (210 minutes)
  • Total Questions: 200 multiple-choice questions
  • Total Marks: 800 marks
  • Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Medium: English

Syllabus

The syllabus is based on the MBBS curriculum. Here are the main subjects and topics covered:

Pre-clinical Subjects

  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Biochemistry

Clinical Subjects

  • Pharmacology
  • Pathology
  • Microbiology
  • Forensic Medicine
  • Community Medicine
  • General Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Paediatrics
  • Anaesthesia
  • Orthopaedics
  • Ophthalmology
  • Otorhinolaryngology
  • Dermatology and Venereology
  • Radiology
  • Psychiatry

Preparation Tips

  1. Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus and focus on the important topics.
  2. Create a Study Plan: Allocate time for each subject and stick to your schedule.
  3. Practice Previous Year Papers: Solve previous year question papers to understand the exam pattern and difficulty level.
  4. Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to assess your preparation and improve your speed and accuracy.
  5. Focus on Concepts: Strengthen your understanding of fundamental concepts rather than rote learning.
  6. Seek Guidance: Consider joining coaching classes or seeking guidance from teachers and mentors.
  7. Stay Healthy: Ensure you get enough sleep, eat healthy, and take breaks during your study sessions.
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