AIAPGET Exam 2026

The All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET) 2026 is the mandatory national-level entrance exam for admission to MD/MS/PG Diploma courses in various AYUSH systems. Below are the key highlights:

• Exam Name: AIAPGET 2026
• Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
• Exam Level: Post Graduate (National Level)
• Courses Offered: MD/MS/PG Diploma in Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy
• Mode of Exam: Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Frequency: Once a Year
• Exam Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)

Candidates should keep track of the following tentative schedule for the AIAPGET 2026 session:

• Online Registration Starts: May 2026
• Last Date to Apply: June 2026
• Admit Card Release: July 2026
• AIAPGET 2026 Exam Date: July 2026
• Provisional Answer Key: August 2026
• Result Declaration: August 2026
• Counselling Commencement: September 2026

AIAPGET is a single window entrance examination for admission to AYUSH MD/MS/PG Diploma courses for all AYUSH Colleges, Institutions, and Universities across India. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Ministry of AYUSH. No other entrance examination, either at the state or institutional level, is valid for admission to PG AYUSH courses.

The full form of AIAPGET is the All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test. It serves as the common entrance platform for postgraduate aspirants in the fields of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy.

While AIAPGET is technically a PG entrance exam, it is the primary gateway for UG (BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BSMS) graduates to advance their careers. Over the years, the exam has transitioned from a paper-based format to a highly secure Computer Based Test (CBT). The number of participating candidates has seen a steady increase, reflecting the growing demand for specialized AYUSH practitioners in India's healthcare system.

To be eligible for AIAPGET 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a BAMS/ BUMS/ BSMS/ BHMS/ Graded BHMS degree or provisional pass certificate recognized by NCISM/ NCH.
• Internship: Completion of one year of compulsory rotatory internship by the specified cutoff date (usually July 31, 2026).
• Registration: Candidates must have a permanent or provisional registration certificate issued by NCISM/ NCH/ State Board/ Universities.

The application process for AIAPGET 2026 is entirely online. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official NTA AIAPGET website.
2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill out the application form with personal and academic details.
4. Upload scanned documents (Photograph, Signature, and Category Certificate if applicable).
5. Pay the examination fee via online payment gateways.
6. Print the confirmation page for future reference.

The exam covers subjects studied during the undergraduate (UG) professional course. The primary streams include:

• Ayurveda: Kayachikitsa, Shalya Tantra, Shalakya Tantra, Prasuti & Stri Roga, etc.
• Homeopathy: Materia Medica, Organon of Medicine, Repertory, Pharmacy, etc.
• Unani: Moalajat, Jarahat, Amraz-e-Niswan, etc.
• Siddha: Maruthuvam, Sirappu Maruthuvam, Kuzhandhai Maruthuvam, etc.

The syllabus for AIAPGET 2026 comprises the entire curriculum of the respective UG courses (BAMS/BHMS/BUMS/BSMS) as prescribed by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH). Candidates should focus on both clinical and non-clinical subjects taught during their 4.5 years of academic study.

Understanding the pattern is crucial for preparation:

• Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Number of Questions: 120
• Total Marks: 480
• Marking Scheme: +4 for each correct answer; -1 for each incorrect answer.
• Medium: Ayurveda (English & Hindi), Homeopathy (English only), Unani (English & Urdu), Siddha (English & Tamil).

The admission process involves several stages:

1. Entrance Test: Appearing for AIAPGET 2026.
2. Result Declaration: NTA releases the merit list and scorecards.
3. Counselling Registration: Qualified candidates must register for AACCC or State counselling.
4. Seat Allotment: Based on rank, preference, and availability.
5. Reporting: Verification of documents at the allotted college.

Prominent institutions accepting AIAPGET scores include:

• National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur
• Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA), Jamnagar
• National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata
• National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM), Bengaluru
• National Institute of Siddha (NIS), Chennai
• Various State Government and Private AYUSH Medical Colleges.

The AIAPGET 2026 Result will be declared on the official NTA website. The result is typically presented as a scorecard containing the candidate's total marks, percentile score, and All India Rank (AIR). Candidates are advised to download and preserve the scorecard as it is required during the counselling process.

Once results are announced, candidates must determine their eligibility for various quotas. You should:

• Check the All India Quota (AIQ) merit list.
• Register on the AACCC portal for 15% AIQ seats.
• Keep an eye on respective State AYUSH departments for the 85% State Quota seats.
• Prepare original documents for physical verification.

Counselling is conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) for AIQ seats and by State authorities for state seats. The process includes:

• Online registration and fee payment.
• Choice filling and locking of preferred colleges/specialties.
• Seat allotment rounds (Round 1, 2, 3, and Mop-up).
• Final admission and document verification.

The qualifying criteria for AIAPGET 2026 are as follows:

• General/EWS: 50th Percentile
• OBC/SC/ST: 40th Percentile
• UR-PH: 45th Percentile
• SC/ST/OBC-PH: 40th Percentile

Note: Meeting the cutoff only makes a candidate eligible for counselling; it does not guarantee a seat.

For queries regarding the application or exam, candidates can contact NTA:

• Official Website: aiapget.nta.nic.in
• Helpline Number: 011-40759000
• Email: aiapget@nta.ac.in
• Address: NSIC-MDBP Building, First Floor, Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi-110020