ALL INDIA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE DEOGHAR is a premier autonomous institution located in Deoghar, Jharkhand, established in 2019. An Institute of National Importance, it offers MBBS and B.Sc. Nursing programs, known for its focus on medical education, patient care, and research within its 110-acre campus.
About All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS] Deoghar
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Deoghar (AIIMS Deoghar) is a central government medical institute established in 2019 in Deoghar, Jharkhand. It functions as an autonomous Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, as part of the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY). The institute operates from its permanent campus at Devipur, Deoghar, and offers high-quality medical education and tertiary healthcare services.
AIIMS Deoghar is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the University Grants Commission (UGC). It offers MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, MD, MS and other postgraduate programmes, with an annual MBBS intake of 125 students. The institute has started full academic and hospital operations, including OPD, IPD and academic blocks, and is actively expanding its faculty and postgraduate course offerings.
Key Highlights
Admission Process
AIIMS Deoghar offers admission to MBBS, B.Sc (Hons) Nursing, MD/MS, DM/M.Ch and PhD through national-level exams like NEET UG, INI-CET, INI-SS, AIIMS B.Sc Nursing and AIIMS PhD, followed by central or institute-level counselling and on-campus reporting. All seats are strictly merit-based with no direct admission.
MBBS Admission
Steps to Apply
- Register and apply for NEET UG on the NTA portal and appear for the exam.
- Check NEET UG result and register for MCC All India counselling.
- Fill choices and select AIIMS Deoghar MBBS during MCC choice filling.
- Download MCC provisional allotment letter if allotted AIIMS Deoghar.
- Report at AIIMS Deoghar Devipur campus with documents and demand drafts institute notice.
- Complete medical examination, document verification and fee payment to confirm admission.
B.Sc (Hons) Nursing Admission
Steps to Apply
- Apply online for AIIMS B.Sc (Hons) Nursing entrance exam on AIIMS Exams portal.
- Appear for the AIIMS B.Sc Nursing CBT and check result.
- Participate in AIIMS B.Sc Nursing counselling and opt for AIIMS Deoghar.
- Download allotment letter for AIIMS Deoghar if allotted.
- Report at AIIMS Deoghar OPD/Devipur campus on scheduled dates for medical exam and verification.
- Submit documents and pay course fee to finalize admission.
MD/MS Admission
Steps to Apply
- Register for INI-CET on AIIMS Exams website and appear for the exam.
- Check INI-CET result and register for INI-CET counselling.
- Fill choices and select AIIMS Deoghar and desired MD/MS specialities.
- Download allotment letter if AIIMS Deoghar seat is allotted.
- Report to AIIMS Deoghar with internship, MBBS documents and INI-CET records.
- Complete verification and pay academic fees to secure the MD/MS seat.
DM/M.Ch Admission
Steps to Apply
- Apply for INI-SS super-speciality exam through AIIMS Exams portal.
- Appear for INI-SS and check result for the relevant DM/M.Ch discipline.
- Participate in INI-SS counselling and give preference to AIIMS Deoghar.
- Obtain allotment letter for AIIMS Deoghar if selected.
- Report at AIIMS Deoghar with MD/MS degree, experience and other required documents.
- Complete document check and fee payment to confirm DM/M.Ch admission.
PhD Admission
Steps to Apply
- Check PhD notification on AIIMS Deoghar / AIIMS Exams site and download prospectus.
- Fill online PhD application form and upload required certificates.
- Appear for AIIMS PhD entrance test (and use valid national fellowships if applicable).
- Attend interview/departmental assessment if shortlisted.
- On selection list publication, report to AIIMS Deoghar academic section.
- Submit original documents, pay fees and complete registration formalities.
Eligibility Criteria & Fees
Documents Required
- NEET UG / INI-CET / INI-SS / AIIMS B.Sc Nursing / AIIMS PhD admit card and score card (as applicable)
- Provisional allotment letter / counselling seat allotment letter
- Class 10 certificate (date of birth proof)
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate
- MBBS degree, all MBBS marksheets and internship completion certificate (for MD/MS, DM/M.Ch, PhD medical)
- PG degree certificates (MD/MS/MDS/DM/M.Ch/MSc, where applicable)
- Transfer certificate / migration certificate
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in prescribed format, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Government photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport/Driving Licence/PAN)
- Passport-size photographs (as specified in admission notice)
- Demand drafts / online payment proof for admission fees AIIMS Deoghar notice
Cutoff 2025
AIIMS Deoghar 2025 NEET UG closing ranks for MBBS under All India Quota show that the institute remains moderately competitive, with General category seats closing below 10,000 rank in later rounds. Compared with previous years, Round 4 closing ranks indicate a slight relaxation, especially for reserved categories, reflecting increased seat availability and broader access.
Rankings & Accreditations
AIIMS Deoghar is a newly established Institute of National Importance and does not feature in the NIRF 2025 Medical rankings. It has not yet secured a position in major national or international rankings such as QS, THE, India Today, or Outlook for 2025.
NIRF 2025
Accreditations
- NAAC: Not Accredited Yet
- NBA: Not Accredited Yet
Scholarships & Financial Aid
AIIMS Deoghar students receive targeted financial support through an in‑house merit‑cum‑means scholarship and can also apply for central and state government schemes hosted on the National Scholarship Portal, subject to institute registration and scheme-specific eligibility. Education costs at AIIMS Deoghar are already relatively low, so scholarships mainly support economically weaker yet meritorious students.
Institute Scholarships
Government Scholarships
External Scholarships
- ICMR Project Support: Around ₹30,000 for selected students participating in ICMR-backed research projects to support research-related expenses, in addition to regular course funding.
Comparison
AIIMS Deoghar is a new-generation Institute of National Importance under PMSSY, similar to AIIMS Kalyani and AIIMS Rajkot. All three are centrally funded AIIMS started in the last decade, follow the same MBBS curriculum and NEET-based admission, and target students looking for newer AIIMS with relatively lower fees and developing facilities.
Key Strengths
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS] Deoghar: Emerging AIIMS with Institute of National Importance status offering low-fee MBBS and growing super-speciality services in Jharkhand.
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS] Kalyani: Newer AIIMS strategically located in West Bengal with central funding and expanding clinical departments serving the eastern region.
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS] Rajkot: Centrally funded AIIMS for Saurashtra–Kutch region with modern infrastructure and strong focus on tertiary healthcare and UG medical training.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the entrance exam and eligibility for MBBS at AIIMS Deoghar?
MBBS admission runs through NEET-UG counselling by MCC. Candidates need 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, minimum 50% for General, 45% OBC and 40% SC/ST, and must be at least 17 years old by 31 December of the admission year.
What NEET rank is usually needed to get an MBBS seat in AIIMS Deoghar?
For MBBS 2025, NEET-UG All India quota general category cut-off for AIIMS Deoghar has been in the range of roughly AIR 2,000–3,500 in early rounds, with later stray rounds going up to around AIR 9,000–10,000 for General and higher ranks for reserved categories.
How do I apply specifically for AIIMS Deoghar after NEET?
First register for MCC UG counselling using your NEET-UG score, then choose “AIIMS Deoghar” in your college preferences. If allotted, you download the allotment letter and physically report at AIIMS Deoghar with documents and fee within the given dates in the institute’s MBBS admission notice.
What is the approximate MBBS academic fee at AIIMS Deoghar?
AIIMS Deoghar follows the central AIIMS fee pattern, so the MBBS tuition and other academic charges together are around ₹5,500–₹6,000 for the whole course, excluding hostel and mess. Recent viral student videos mention a total MBBS course fee of about ₹5,586.
How much does the hostel and mess cost per month for MBBS students?
Official hostel components include ₹990 hostel rent, ₹220 gymkhana, ₹1,320 pot fund, ₹198 electricity, plus refundable securities of ₹500 (mess) and ₹1,000 (hostel), along with around ₹10,500 mess charges per semester. This works out to a very low effective monthly living cost compared with private colleges.
Are any scholarships or fee waivers available for AIIMS Deoghar students?
AIIMS Deoghar is a centrally funded institute with already subsidised tuition; MBBS fee itself is only a few thousand rupees for the entire course. Students mainly use external schemes like state or central government scholarships and education loans rather than institute-level tuition waivers.
Does AIIMS Deoghar provide internships and what stipend do MBBS interns get?
After completing the 4.5-year MBBS, students undergo a compulsory rotating internship of 12 months at AIIMS Deoghar and associated hospitals. Interns receive a monthly stipend similar to other new AIIMS, generally in the range of ₹25,000–₹30,000 depending on central norms.
What kind of clinical exposure do students get during MBBS at AIIMS Deoghar?
Clinical postings are held in the AIIMS Deoghar hospital with established departments in Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and others. Students attend OPDs, wards, emergency and OT postings, with substantial patient inflow from Deoghar and neighbouring districts.
How is the faculty quality and teaching pattern at AIIMS Deoghar?
Faculty members are full-time central government appointees, many with MD/MS and DM/MCh from institutes like AIIMS New Delhi and PGIMER. Teaching follows the NMC CBME curriculum with small-group tutorials, integrated teaching, skills lab sessions and regular internal assessments.
Does AIIMS Deoghar offer B.Sc or paramedical courses and what are their cut-offs?
AIIMS Deoghar runs B.Sc (Hons) Nursing and several B.Sc paramedical programmes such as Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiology and Anaesthesia Technology. For 2024–25, General All India category paramedical closing ranks were roughly between 656 and 1,186 in AIIMS Paramedical counselling, with MLT being the most competitive.
What hostel facilities do students actually get (room type, Wi‑Fi, furniture)?
Hostel rooms are single-occupancy for MBBS students in new batches, furnished with bed, cupboard, study table and revolving chair, with 24×7 electricity and campus Wi‑Fi. Viral student tours mention a room rent of ₹15 per month and electricity contributions of about ₹4 per month.
Is hostel compulsory for first-year MBBS students at AIIMS Deoghar?
For most outstation MBBS students, hostel accommodation is the default and strongly encouraged because of the tight schedule and 24×7 duties. Day scholars from Deoghar city and very nearby areas can stay off-campus but must manage late postings and night duties on their own.
How is the food quality in the AIIMS Deoghar mess?
The central mess provides vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals with fixed weekly menus including chapati, rice, dal, sabzi and egg/chicken items on designated days. Students’ videos and reviews mention adequate quality and hygiene, with mess charges of around ₹10,500 per semester for regular three-time meals.
Is there any strict dress code or uniform for AIIMS Deoghar students?
There is no coloured uniform like nursing colleges, but MBBS students must wear formal clothes with a white apron during classes and postings. During clinical postings, closed footwear, proper apron and ID card are compulsory, and jeans, slippers and flashy clothing are discouraged in hospital areas.
What is the campus environment like in terms of safety and ragging?
AIIMS Deoghar has a UGC-compliant anti‑ragging committee, CCTV-covered hostels and faculty wardens. Freshers and seniors share common academic and hostel spaces, but any physical or verbal ragging is banned; new batches report a largely friendly environment with ice‑breaking sessions organised by faculty.
How is Deoghar city for a 5‑year stay in terms of connectivity and lifestyle?
Deoghar is a small tier‑3 city in Jharkhand, known for the Baidyanath Dham temple, with an airport (Deoghar Airport), railway station and bus connectivity to Patna, Ranchi, Kolkata and other cities. Daily needs, eateries and basic entertainment are available, though big malls and metro-style nightlife are limited.
Can students work part-time or do coaching while studying at AIIMS Deoghar?
The MBBS schedule is intensive with full-day classes, evening postings and on‑call duties, so part-time jobs are practically not feasible. Some students manage short online tutoring or exam prep during lighter postings, but the institute prioritises attendance and clinical responsibilities.
How does AIIMS Deoghar compare with older AIIMS for MBBS?
AIIMS Deoghar shares the same central government status, low fees and national-level NEET cut-offs as other newer AIIMS, though its hospital and super-speciality services are still expanding compared with AIIMS Delhi or PGI‑like centres. Academic curriculum and degree are recognised equally across all AIIMS.
Is choosing AIIMS Deoghar better than taking MBBS in a top state government college?
AIIMS Deoghar offers significantly lower fees, centrally funded infrastructure, single-occupancy hostels and national-level exposure, whereas top state colleges might have stronger local alumni and older hospitals. Students with All India ranks in the AIIMS range often prefer AIIMS Deoghar over many state colleges for brand value and living facilities.