The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has officially opened the editing window for Department/Centre preference for candidates who qualified the SRD-CET January 2026 examination. This is a critical post-result step that directly impacts final department and centre allocation.
Many candidates lose preferred postings every year due to missed deadlines, improper choice order, or misunderstanding the rules. This article provides a complete, exam-oriented, problem-solving explanation so that no eligible candidate makes avoidable mistakes.
The notice has been issued by the AIIMS Examination Section and applies only to qualified candidates as per Result Notification No. 60/2026 dated 23 January 2026.
🔍 What Is SRD-CET Centre / Department Choice Editing?
After the declaration of SRD-CET results, AIIMS allows qualified candidates to edit or update their preferences for:
- 📌 Department
- 📌 Centre / Place of Posting
- 📌 Order of preference
This process ensures merit-based allocation, considering:
- Rank in SRD-CET
- Order of preferences submitted
- Applicable reservation rules
⚡ Quick Review – At a Glance
- 🗓️ Editing Window Opened: 24 January 2026
- 🗓️ Last Date: 27 January 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
- 🖥️ Mode: Online only
- 🎯 Eligible Candidates: SRD-CET Jan 2026 qualified candidates
- 🏥 Applies To: Departments with seats at more than one centre
- ❌ No Changes Allowed After Deadline
🗓️ Important Dates for SRD-CET Centre Choice Editing 2026
- 🟢 Opening of Online Portal: 24 January 2026
- 🔴 Closing of Online Portal: 27 January 2026 (5:00 PM sharp)
⏰ The portal automatically disables editing after the deadline.
🧭 Step-by-Step Process to Edit AIIMS SRD-CET Preferences
🔐 Step 1: Login to Examination Portal
- Use your Login ID and Password
- Access via the candidate login dashboard
📝 Step 2: Edit Department / Centre Preferences
- Update choices only where applicable
- Arrange order of preference carefully
💾 Step 3: Review & Save Final Choices
- Double-check all selections
- Save final submission before deadline
⚠️ Unsaved choices will not be considered.
🚨 Important Rules Candidates Must Not Ignore
❗ If You Do NOT Edit Choices
- Your original preferences submitted during application will be used
- No further opportunity will be provided
❗ Applicable Only in Certain Cases
- Choice editing applies only to departments with multiple centres
- Single-centre departments are not eligible
❗ Strict Deadline Policy
- No extension
- No email requests
- No representations after 5:00 PM on 27 January 2026
🧠 How AIIMS Will Allocate Departments & Centres
Allocation will be done strictly based on:
- 🥇 Merit / Rank in SRD-CET
- 🔢 Order of preference submitted
- 🧾 Reservation and category norms
There is no manual intervention in allocation.
⚠️ Common Problems Faced by Candidates (And How to Avoid Them)
❌ Problem 1: Forgetting to Edit Choices
✔️ Solution: Login even if satisfied with old choices and re-save them.
❌ Problem 2: Wrong Preference Order
✔️ Solution: Place your most desired centre at the top, not based on availability rumors.
❌ Problem 3: Missing Deadline
✔️ Solution: Complete editing at least one day early.
❌ Problem 4: Assuming AIIMS Will Correct Errors
✔️ Solution: AIIMS does not entertain post-deadline corrections.
📧 Important Advisory from AIIMS
- Regularly check:
- 🌐 Official AIIMS website
- 📩 Registered email ID
- AIIMS is not responsible if candidates miss updates due to negligence.
📌 Key Takeaways for SRD-CET Candidates
- This is your final chance to influence posting location
- Preference order matters as much as rank
- Portal closes automatically
- One small mistake can cost a preferred centre
🌐 Important Links
- Download Official Notification Pdf Here
- Official Website: aiimsexams.ac.in
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can I edit choices after 27 January 2026?
❌ No. Editing is permanently disabled after 5:00 PM.
Q2. Is choice editing mandatory?
⚠️ Not mandatory, but highly recommended.
Q3. Will AIIMS send reminders?
❌ No individual reminders. Candidates must track updates themselves.
Q4. Does higher rank guarantee preferred centre?
❌ No. Allocation depends on rank + preference order + availability.
🔚 Final Advice
Treat the AIIMS SRD-CET Centre Choice Editing as seriously as the exam itself. Spend time analyzing departments, locations, and career goals before submitting final preferences. A well-planned choice can significantly impact your training quality, exposure, and future prospects.
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