All India Institute of Medical Sciences Gorakhpur, an autonomous Institute of National Importance established in 2014, is a premier medical institution in Uttar Pradesh. Spread across 112 acres, it excels in medical education, patient care, and research. Offering flagship MBBS, MD/MS, and BSc Nursing programs, AIIMS Gorakhpur upholds high standards in healthcare training.
About All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS] Gorakhpur
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Gorakhpur is a central government medical institute located at Kunraghat in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2019 under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, it is part of the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana initiative to strengthen tertiary healthcare in the region. The institute functions as an autonomous AIIMS body with an attached teaching hospital and medical college.
AIIMS Gorakhpur is recognized as an apex healthcare and teaching institution offering MBBS and other medical education programmes, with student-centred, community-oriented training and a rapidly expanding hospital services network. It follows the academic and institutional mandate of the AIIMS group to emerge as a centre of excellence in medical education and research, and regularly conducts conferences, CME programmes and recruitment of faculty and residents to build its academic strength.
Key Highlights
Admission Dates 2026
AIIMS Gorakhpur MBBS admission for 2026 will run through the national NEET UG 2026 exam conducted by NTA, followed by MCC’s all-India counselling for seat allotment. Admissions to M.Sc Nursing and other AIIMS M.Sc (Medicine) programmes use the AIIMS Nursing / AIIMS M.Sc Entrance Examinations conducted by AIIMS New Delhi.
Admission Process
AIIMS Gorakhpur admits students to MBBS through NEET-UG counselling, and to postgraduate MD/MS, DM and MCh through INI-CET / INI-SS run by AIIMS, New Delhi and central counselling. BSc (Hons) Nursing and MSc Nursing use AIIMS Nursing / AIIMS MSc entrance tests and institute-level counselling.
MBBS Admission
Steps to Apply
- Register and apply for NEET-UG on the NTA NEET portal and download the admit card.
- Appear for NEET-UG and secure a qualifying score with AIIMS Gorakhpur as a preferred choice.
- Register for MCC All India Quota UG counselling and fill choices including AIIMS Gorakhpur.
- Check seat allotment result; if allotted AIIMS Gorakhpur, download the allotment letter.
- Report to AIIMS Gorakhpur on notified dates with original documents for verification.
- Pay first-year MBBS and hostel fees at AIIMS Gorakhpur to confirm admission.
MD/MS Admission
Steps to Apply
- Complete INI-CET application and registration on the AIIMS Exams portal.
- Appear for INI-CET and obtain a qualifying rank for the desired specialty.
- Register for INI-CET online seat allocation and include AIIMS Gorakhpur in choices.
- Check online seat allocation; if allotted AIIMS Gorakhpur MD/MS seat, download offer letter.
- Report to AIIMS Gorakhpur with original MBBS, internship and registration documents.
- Pay prescribed MD/MS fees and complete joining formalities in the department.
DM/MCh Admission
Steps to Apply
- Register for INI-SS on the AIIMS Exams portal for the relevant DM/MCh discipline.
- Appear in INI-SS and qualify with the required rank for AIIMS Gorakhpur.
- Participate in INI-SS counselling / online seat allocation and choose AIIMS Gorakhpur.
- Download allocation letter after seat is allotted in DM/MCh at AIIMS Gorakhpur.
- Report to AIIMS Gorakhpur with PG degree, registration and experience certificates.
- Deposit DM/MCh fees and complete departmental joining and bond formalities.
BSc (Hons) Nursing Admission
Steps to Apply
- Apply online for AIIMS BSc (Hons) Nursing entrance exam through AIIMS Exams portal.
- Download admit card and appear for the AIIMS Nursing entrance test.
- Check result and participate in centralised AIIMS Nursing counselling.
- Fill choices including AIIMS Gorakhpur and lock preferences.
- Report to AIIMS Gorakhpur after allotment with 10+2 and category documents.
- Pay BSc (Hons) Nursing fees and complete hostel/medical formalities.
MSc (Nursing / Allied) Admission
Steps to Apply
- Fill MSc entrance application (AIIMS MSc / institute notified) in online mode.
- Appear for MSc entrance examination and qualify with required marks.
- Attend MSc counselling and opt for AIIMS Gorakhpur where offered.
- Receive seat allotment and report to AIIMS Gorakhpur with BSc Nursing documents and experience proof.
- Submit originals for verification and pay MSc course fees.
- Complete registration with institute and respective department.
Eligibility Criteria & Fees
Documents Required
- Class 10 marksheet and certificate
- Class 12 marksheet and certificate
- MBBS degree and marksheets (for MD/MS, DM/MCh)
- Internship completion certificate (for MD/MS, DM/MCh)
- Medical Council/State Council registration certificate
- BSc Nursing degree and experience certificate (for MSc Nursing)
- NEET-UG / INI-CET / INI-SS / AIIMS Nursing scorecard and admit card
- Allotment letter from MCC/AIIMS counselling
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
- PwD certificate if applicable
- Transfer and Migration certificates
- Government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport/Driving Licence)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Fee payment proof / demand draft as specified in admission notice
Cutoff 2025
AIIMS Gorakhpur admissions in 2025 show competitive NEET-UG ranks for MBBS through All India Quota, with General category closing ranks around the low 2000s, while OBC and EWS close slightly later. INI-CET and AIIMS Paramedical 2025 cutoffs for PG and B.Sc. courses indicate much tighter ranks for high-demand specialisations compared with other branches.
Rankings & Accreditations
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Gorakhpur does not feature in the NIRF 2025 Medical ranking list and is also absent from major national magazine and global rankings for medicine up to 2025. The institute is relatively new (established 2019), so older and more established AIIMS campuses dominate the published rankings.
NIRF 2025
Other Rankings
Scholarships & Financial Aid
AIIMS Gorakhpur students primarily access financial aid through central government schemes hosted on the National Scholarship Portal, especially for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The institute issues specific notices and facilitates NSP applications for these schemes.
Institute Scholarships
Government Scholarships
External Scholarships
- Ministry of Tribal Affairs – National Fellowship & Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students: Full funding of approved fees and allowances for eligible ST students of AIIMS Gorakhpur applying through NSP with institute verification
Comparison
AIIMS Gorakhpur is a new-generation central government AIIMS in Uttar Pradesh, so it is best compared with similar recently established AIIMS like AIIMS Nagpur and AIIMS Bhopal. All three offer MBBS with centrally funded infrastructure, comparable intake through NEET-UG and similar AIIMS branding, making them realistic alternatives for high NEET scorers seeking government medical colleges.
Key Strengths
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS] Gorakhpur: New AIIMS with rapidly expanding hospital services in eastern UP, very low MBBS fee and strong central government support.
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS] Nagpur: Strategically located in Maharashtra with modern campus and super-speciality services developing under AIIMS network.
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS] Bhopal: Older among new AIIMS with better-established departments, research output and NIRF medical ranking within top national government colleges.
Campus & Infrastructure
AIIMS Gorakhpur is located in Kunraghat, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, on a large campus developed under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana. The campus is green, well-planned, and Wi-Fi enabled with modern academic and medical infrastructure.
Campus Details
Academic Facilities
- Library: More than 500 books, access to e-journals and online resources
- Labs: Separate laboratories for Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Forensic Medicine, and other departments
- Classrooms: Multiple smart classrooms and lecture theatres with ICT facilities
Hostel
Other Facilities
- 500-seater auditorium with modern audio-visual systems
- Basketball court, football ground, volleyball court, badminton court, tennis court
- Cafeteria and canteens serving meals at nominal rates
- On-campus medical centre providing 24×7 emergency and first-aid services
- Wi-Fi across academic blocks, hostels, OPD, and AYUSH block
- Recreation rooms and seminar halls
Frequently Asked Questions
What entrance exam do I need for MBBS at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
MBBS admission at AIIMS Gorakhpur is through NEET-UG conducted by NTA. Candidates must qualify NEET with the required percentile and participate in MCC All India counselling for AIIMS seats under the 15% All India Quota.
What is the NEET cutoff rank for MBBS at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
For NEET UG 2025 Round 3, the MBBS closing rank for AIIMS Gorakhpur under All India General quota is around 2600. Earlier cycles mention an open rank near 1200 and closing around 4500 for General category, with separate cutoffs for OBC, SC, ST and EWS.
What is the basic eligibility for MBBS at AIIMS Gorakhpur in terms of Class 12 marks and age?
Candidates must pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, with at least 50% aggregate in PCB for General/EWS and lower relaxations for reserved categories. Minimum age is 17 years on or before 31 December of the admission year.
How many MBBS seats are there at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
AIIMS Gorakhpur offers 125 MBBS seats for Indian nationals. Reservation follows Government of India norms for SC, ST, OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer), EWS and PwD within the total 125 seats.
What is the approximate annual fee for MBBS including hostel at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
Fee structure follows AIIMS New Delhi norms. An institute document for MBBS mentions around ₹3,027 at admission for those opting hostel and about ₹1,067 for those not opting hostel, excluding caution money and other minor charges.
How is the fee paid for new admissions at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
At the time of admission, fees are collected either through demand draft in favour of “AIIMS Gorakhpur” payable at Gorakhpur or via online transfer. The receipt is generated by the institute after successful payment.
Is hostel compulsory for MBBS students at AIIMS Gorakhpur and what does it cost?
Hostel is offered to UG and PG students subject to availability and is effectively compulsory for most outstation MBBS students. The MBBS admission instructions mention a hostel-related component, with separate amounts for single and married hostel accommodation AIIMS rules.
What is the monthly hostel rent for PG residents at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
For PG residents, an institute notice mentions hostel accommodation charges plus about ₹650 per month for married hostel accommodation. This is charged in addition to the standard admission and tuition-related fees.
What kind of clinical exposure and departments are available at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
AIIMS Gorakhpur runs a functional teaching hospital with departments such as Otolaryngology (ENT) established in 2019, along with pre‑clinical, para‑clinical and clinical departments. Students get exposure through OPD, IPD and specialty services within the attached AIIMS hospital.
How is the faculty quality and teaching pattern for MBBS at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
Faculty are full‑time AIIMS-appointed doctors and teachers, many with prior experience from central institutes. Teaching follows the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum with lectures in modular lecture theatres, practicals in anatomy, physiology and biochemistry labs, and small-group tutorials.
What research or lab facilities do UG students get access to?
First-year students use dedicated histology labs with microscopes, a dissection hall with multiple cadavers, and physiology and biochemistry laboratories. Senior students access diagnostic and research labs within clinical departments and can participate in small projects under faculty guidance.
How are the hostels and rooms for MBBS students at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
Hostels are newly built with twin-sharing rooms, individual cupboards, study tables and chairs for each student. Rooms are well finished with attached washrooms in several blocks, and students report clean, spacious accommodation with good ventilation.
What facilities are available on campus (Wi‑Fi, sports, library, etc.)?
The campus is fully Wi‑Fi enabled in hostels, academic blocks, OPD and AYUSH block. Facilities include air‑conditioned lecture theatres, e‑library with hundreds of computers, multiple canteens, cricket and football grounds, basketball and badminton courts, and an auditorium for events.
How is the mess food and general living quality at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
Student reviews describe mess food quality around 6/10 to “very delicious” compared to many medical colleges, with unlimited servings in some hostels. Canteens offer additional options, and hostels are considered clean and well maintained with reliable basic amenities.
Is AIIMS Gorakhpur safe, and how is its location within the city?
The campus is described as highly clean and green with a secure boundary and controlled gates. It is located near Ramgarh Lake and close to Gorakhpur airport, with good approach roads and an internal transport system used by staff and students.
Can I do part-time work or coaching while studying MBBS at AIIMS Gorakhpur?
MBBS at AIIMS is full-time and very demanding with mandatory attendance, postings and regular assessments. There are no institute-approved part-time jobs, and students rarely manage external work beyond occasional online tutoring or content work during lighter periods.
Is there a dress code or compulsory uniform for MBBS students?
MBBS students follow a professional dress code: formal clothes in classrooms and white apron/coat during practicals and hospital postings. Many departments insist on closed shoes and proper identity card display inside hospital and academic areas.
Do I need to bring my own laptop to AIIMS Gorakhpur?
Laptops are not mandatory but strongly recommended for accessing e‑library resources, online classes, recorded lectures and research work. The central library has desktops, yet most students prefer a personal laptop or tablet for notes, presentations and exam preparation.
How does AIIMS Gorakhpur compare with older AIIMS or top state government medical colleges?
AIIMS Gorakhpur is a newer AIIMS (operational from 2019) but follows the same central funding, faculty recruitment norms and MBBS curriculum as older AIIMS. Infrastructure, hostel quality and hospital exposure are comparable to many established government medical colleges, with the advantage of AIIMS branding and national-level postings.
What are the career prospects after MBBS from AIIMS Gorakhpur?
Graduates become eligible for internships, state or central residency, INI‑CET and NEET‑PG for MD/MS, and government services. AIIMS status improves chances for competitive PG seats and central institutes, and many graduates target INI‑CET for residency in AIIMS and related institutions.