All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Guwahati Admissions 2025: Courses, Fees, Cutoffs, Placements & Ranking

Institution Overview & History

AIIMS Guwahati is a centrally funded Institute of National Importance established in 2017 under the PMSSY scheme. The foundation stone was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 26, 2017, and the institute was inaugurated on April 14, 2023. Academic activities began in January 2021 with the first MBBS cohort of 50 students, initially hosted at GMCH’s temporary campus, before moving to its permanent campus by March 2022

Situated on a sprawling 189-acre site in Changsari, Guwahati, AIIMS Guwahati is equipped with a 750-bed multispecialty hospital featuring over 25 departments including AYUSH services 

Courses Offered & Seat Intake

• MBBS (Undergraduate): 100–125 seats annually, 5.5-year program including internship 

• B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing available, with approximately 60–75 seats 

• Postgraduate (MD/MS): About 35 seats across specializations such as Pathology, Radiology, General Medicine, Pediarics, and more 

• Other programs: Include Ph.D. and allied health courses (available as per institute brochure) 

Fees & Financials

• MBBS Total Tuition Fee: Approximately 26,352/- for the entire course plus a one-time bank draft payment of 5,856/- during admission 

• B.Sc Nursing: Roughly 3,165/- per annum 

• MD/MS: Costs are similarly economical, with total tuition around 26,352/- 

• Note: Alumni and fee structure details are subject to periodic updates; always refer to the official AIIMS Guwahati brochure for the most accurate numbers.

Admission Process & Important Dates

• Entrance Exams:

  • MBBS: NEET-UG, followed by MCC (AIQ) counselling 

  • B.Sc Nursing: AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Entrance Exam, with counselling by AIIMS Delhi 

  • MD/MS: INI CET, followed by allotment and reporting 

• 2025 Counselling Timeline (tentative):

  • NEET UG Round 1: Registration and choice filling from July 21–28, processing and result by July 31; further rounds extend into August–September 

  • INI CET Round 2 seat allotment results were out by July 10, 2025

AIIMS Guwahati NEET UG Cutoff Ranks – 2024 (MBBS, All-India Quota)

Preparation Tip:

To enhance your chances of securing a seat at AIIMS Guwahati:

• General category aspirants should aim for a rank well within the top 3,500.

• OBC and EWS candidates should target ranks below 5,000 and 7,500, respectively.

• SC/ST aspirants have a relatively wider bracket but should strive for the best possible rank—ideally under 30,000 (SC) or 50,000 (ST).

Expected NEET 2025 Cutoff Trends for AIIMS Guwahati (MBBS)

Based on historical data and the growing popularity of AIIMS Guwahati, the NEET 2025 cutoffs are expected to either remain stable or rise slightly (by 150–300 ranks), depending on:

• Increased number of applicants

• Difficulty level of NEET 2025

• Seat retention rates during counseling

These are safe estimates. A higher score is always more secure—especially for Round 1.

AIIMS Guwahati vs Other AIIMS Institutes – NEET 2024 Cutoff Comparison

AIIMS Guwahati is currently a mid-tier AIIMS by rank but offers nearly the same academic quality, infrastructure, and degree value as the top-tier ones.

NEET 2025 Score Strategy by Category

Here’s a quick score planning guide for aspirants:

Pro Tip: Secure a rank under 3,000 if aiming for Round 1 AIIMS Guwahati allocation, regardless of category.

• MBBS (NEET UG, All India Quota – General Category): Closing ranks ranged from 3,476 to 3,784 across multiple counselling rounds 

• INI CET (2025, General Category):

  • MD Radiology: Closing around 73–94 

  • MS General Medicine: Around 141–153 

  • Other specialties such as Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Pathology had varying closing ranks ranging from ~8,695 to upwards of 26,362 

These competitive cutoffs reflect the high demand and selectivity of AIIMS Guwahati’s medical programs.

Placements & Career Prospects

While standardized recruitment data is limited, AIIMS Guwahati offers robust clinical training and internship exposure through its 750-bed hospital. Placements and fellowships leverage the institute’s association with national medical services, research institutions, and centers of excellence. Reports suggest that salary packages in senior residencies or research posts may reach up to 20–32 LPA, though official data is not yet consolidated 

Recognition & Ranking

As part of the AIIMS network, AIIMS Guwahati comes under the umbrella of premier medical institutes funded by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. While NIRF rankings currently highlight older AIIMS branches, Guwahati’s strategic focus on infrastructure and program quality positions it for rapid upward movement in future assessments 

Hostel Life at AIIMS Guwahati

• Residential Campus: The institute is fully residential with hostel facilities for both UG and PG students within the campus in Changsari.

• Rooms: Spacious rooms (shared or individual based on year/availability), with attached bathrooms and balconies in some blocks.

• Amenities:

  • Central mess serving hygienic, nutritious meals.

  • Wi-Fi access across hostels and academic blocks.

  • Gym, indoor games, and TV/recreation rooms.

  • 24×7 security and wardens for student welfare.

• Culture:

  • Active student clubs (literary, sports, dance, photography, etc.)

  • Annual fests and AIIMS-wide inter-college events.

  • Strong bonding across batches due to smaller student groups.

Student Feedback: Hostel life is described as peaceful, disciplined, and academically supportive, with a healthy mix of fun and rigorous study.

Alumni & Career Opportunities

Since AIIMS Guwahati’s first MBBS batch began in 2021, alumni are yet to graduate (expected 2026). However, the AIIMS branding ensures:

• Robust PG & Residency opportunities:

  • High chances of PG seat allocation in AIIMS via INI-CET due to institute affiliation.

  • Preference in central residency placements.

• Fellowships & International Exams:

  • AIIMS graduates perform well in USMLE, PLAB, AMC due to solid clinical foundation.

• Networking Advantage:

  • Students will become part of the AIIMS national alumni network, which provides mentorship, references, and job referrals.

AIIMS Guwahati is rapidly emerging as a premier destination for medical education in Northeast India. From its inception in 2017 to its full-fledged campus in 2023, the institute offers high-quality, affordable education across UG and PG programs, backed by modern infrastructure and clinical opportunities. With competitive admission criteria, nominal fees, and a growing academic footprint, AIIMS Guwahati represents a compelling choice for aspiring medical professionals.