AIAPGET 2026 Admission has moved past registration and past the exam. NTA held the All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test on 22.08.2026 at about 205 centres in 104 cities for roughly 51,482 candidates, and ran a re-examination on 01.09.2026 for 49 of them. Provisional answer keys and the question papers with recorded responses went up on 03.09.2026, and the window to challenge them closed at 23:59 on 05.09.2026 at Rs 200 per question. The final answer key and the result had not been published when the NTA portal was checked on 11.09.2026. What follows is the record of this cycle, stage by stage.
Where AIAPGET 2026 stands now
| Stage | What NTA has done, and when |
|---|---|
| Examination | Held 22.08.2026 in computer based mode, about 205 centres across 104 cities, about 51,482 candidates |
| Re-examination | 01.09.2026 for 49 affected candidates in Jaipur. NTA’s notice of 22.08.2026 named Shri Satya Sai PG College as the venue, while the public notice of 03.09.2026 records the re-exam as held at Rajasthan College of Engineering for Women; admit cards for it were issued 29.08.2026 |
| Provisional answer key | Uploaded 03.09.2026 with the question papers and each candidate’s recorded responses |
| Challenge window | 03.09.2026 to 05.09.2026 up to 23:59, closed. Rs 200 per question, non-refundable, payable only by debit card, credit card or net banking. NTA says no challenge is entertained without the fee and none at all after that deadline |
| How challenges are settled | A panel of subject experts verifies them. A challenge found correct revises the key for every candidate, not just the one who raised it, and no candidate is told individually whether theirs was accepted |
| Final answer key and result | Not published as on 11.09.2026. The result is prepared on the final key |
| Helpline | 011-40759000, aiapget@nta.ac.in |
AIAPGET 2026 admit card
The National Testing Agency released the admit card on 18 August 2026, four days before the examination. It is a separate download from the advance city intimation slip issued earlier.
| Admit card question | Status on the NTA portal |
|---|---|
| Admit card status | Yes, released 18.08.2026 through the NTA candidate portal |
| AIAPGET 2026 exam | 22.08.2026 |
| Difference from the exam city slip | No. Advance city intimation was issued earlier and only names the city; it is not valid for entry |
| Needed to log in | Application number and date of birth or password created at registration |
| What must you carry to the centre | The printed admit card, a valid original photo ID and a recent photograph |
| If the admit card will not download | NTA issues a separate notice with a helpdesk number; do not rely on unofficial copies circulating online |
The direct official link is in the Important Links table at the end of this page — scroll down and use the labelled row rather than searching for it.
AIAPGET 2026 admission overview
| AIAPGET 2026 admission | AIAPGET 2026 official record |
|---|---|
| Exam | All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test 2026 |
| Conducting authority | National Testing Agency |
| Admission session | 2026–27 |
| Courses | Postgraduate MD/MS in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy |
| Application mode | Online |
| Exam mode | Computer-based test (CBT) |
| Exam date | 22.08.2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30.07.2026 up to 9:00 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | 30.07.2026 up to 11:59 PM |
AIAPGET 2026 application dates
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Online registration begins | 10.07.2026 |
| Application submission closes | 30.07.2026 up to 9:00 PM |
| Fee payment closes | 30.07.2026 up to 11:59 PM |
| Correction window | 01.08.2026 to 02.08.2026 |
| Advance city intimation | To be announced |
| Admit card | To be announced |
| Entrance examination | 22.08.2026, Saturday |
| Answer key and result | To be announced on the AIAPGET website |
| Application fee — General / UR | ₹2,700 |
| Application fee — General-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹2,450 |
| Application fee — SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender | ₹1,800 |
Important Links
| What this covers | Direct official link |
|---|---|
| Download the AIAPGET 2026 admit card | Download admit card |
| Check the advance city intimation slip | Check exam city |
| Answer key challenge page | Answer key, question paper and recorded responses. Page opens; the challenge link itself shut at 23:59 on 05.09.2026 |
| Public notice on the answer key | NTA notice of 03.09.2026. Carries the candidate count, the centre count and the challenge rules |
| NTA AIAPGET portal | exams.nta.nic.in/aiapget. This is where the final key and the result will appear |
Eligibility for AIAPGET 2026
A candidate must possess a recognized BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS or Graded BHMS degree, or a recognized provisional pass certificate under the applicable NCISM or NCH provisions. The candidate must also hold a permanent or provisional registration certificate issued by the relevant authority, State or Union Territory board.
Applicants must have completed the required one-year internship or be likely to complete it according to the applicable NCISM or NCH notification. NTA has also published a separate notice on the internship-completion cut-off date. Candidates should read that latest notice before submitting the form because eligibility for the examination and eligibility for admission are checked under the applicable regulatory and counselling rules.
There is no age limit mentioned for appearing in AIAPGET 2026. Qualifying the examination alone does not guarantee admission. Candidates must also satisfy the requirements of NCISM, NCH and the relevant central, state or Union Territory counselling authority.
AIAPGET 2026 exam pattern
| Feature | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer-based test |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Questions | 120 multiple-choice questions |
| Maximum marks | 480 |
| Correct answer | +4 marks |
| Incorrect answer | -1 mark |
| Unattempted question | 0 marks |
| Ayurveda medium | Hindi and English |
| Siddha medium | Tamil and English |
| Unani medium | Urdu and English |
| Homoeopathy medium | English only |
AIAPGET syllabus and curriculum links
The NTA Information Bulletin says that the syllabus will cover the subject and knowledge areas prescribed under the graduate-level education regulations of the respective discipline. NTA directs candidates to the NCISM or NCH website for the complete curriculum. A single common syllabus PDF for every discipline is not listed on the NTA page, so applicants should use the curriculum relevant to their course.
Registration steps for the entrance form and application number
- Open the official NTA AIAPGET website.
- Register for the online application and note the system-generated application number.
- Create a password and complete personal, course, qualification and examination-city details.
- Upload the live photograph, scanned photograph, signature and applicable identity or PwBD documents.
- Pay the examination fee online before the payment deadline.
- Confirm that the confirmation page has been generated.
- Download and save multiple copies of the confirmation page.
Use an active email address and mobile number because NTA will send communications through the registered details. Only one application should be submitted. Check the name, date of birth, gender, category, photograph and qualification details carefully because changes after the correction period will not be accepted.
Official application and documents
| Official application | AIAPGET 2026 official record |
|---|---|
| AIAPGET 2026 apply online | Official NTA application service |
| Registration notice | Published 10.07.2026 |
| Application public notice | Official NTA notice |
| Information Bulletin | Eligibility, pattern and instructions |
| Internship cut-off extension notice | Latest eligibility-related notice |
What happens after AIAPGET
NTA will conduct the examination, display recorded responses and answer keys, process challenges and declare the score and merit list. The scorecard will be available online; it will not be sent individually by post or email. Counselling and admission will be handled by the relevant counselling authorities. Candidates must verify seat, reservation, domicile, internship and qualification conditions before joining a course.
For the examination, carry the admit card, a valid original photo ID, a recent photograph and any applicable PwBD document. Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, books, notes, bags and other prohibited items are not allowed inside the examination centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is AIAPGET 2026?
AIAPGET 2026 is the NTA entrance test for postgraduate MD/MS admission in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy for the 2026–27 session.
What is the last date to apply for AIAPGET 2026?
The application deadline is 30.07.2026 up to 9:00 PM. The fee payment deadline is 30.07.2026 up to 11:59 PM.
When will AIAPGET 2026 be conducted?
The entrance examination is scheduled for 22.08.2026 in computer-based test mode.
How many questions are in AIAPGET 2026?
The examination has 120 MCQs for a maximum of 480 marks and a duration of 120 minutes.
Is there negative marking in AIAPGET 2026?
Yes. Four marks are awarded for a correct answer and one mark is deducted for an incorrect answer.
What is the AIAPGET 2026 application fee?
The fee is ₹2,700 for General, ₹2,450 for General-EWS/OBC-NCL and ₹1,800 for SC, ST, PwBD and Third Gender candidates, excluding applicable charges.
What qualification is required for AIAPGET 2026?
Candidates need a recognized BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS or Graded BHMS qualification and the required registration and internship status.
Is there an age limit for AIAPGET 2026?
No age limit is mentioned for appearing in AIAPGET 2026, but admission eligibility is governed by the applicable authorities.
Where can I download the AIAPGET syllabus?
NTA directs candidates to NCISM/NCH curriculum pages. The post provides the official NCISM Ayurveda and NCH Homoeopathy syllabus links along with the NTA bulletin.
Where is the official AIAPGET 2026 application link?
Apply through the NTA AIAPGET portal: https://exams.nta.nic.in/AIAPGET/