A significant highlight of this year's notification is the detailed breakdown of age limits and region-specific eligibility, which are crucial for high school students in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi and across India.
Eligibility and Age Limits for Medical Aspirants
The university has set specific age caps for different categories of programs as of August 1, 2026:
| Program Category | Age Limit (Upper Cap) | Specific Date Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS / BAMS / BHMS | 25 Years | Must be 25 or under by Dec 31, 2026 |
| BDS / Other UG Programs | 21 Years | Calculated as of Aug 1, 2026 |
| Postgraduate (MD/MS) | 35 Years | For programs requiring graduation |
Minimum Age Requirement: For all undergraduate medical courses (MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS), candidates must have attained the age of 17 years on or before December 31, 2026.
Academic Requirements and Qualifying Marks
Candidates must have passed the Class 12 (10+2) examination or equivalent from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English (Core/Elective/Functional).
- General/EWS Category: Minimum 50% marks aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology.
- SC/ST/OBC Category: Minimum 40% marks aggregate in the same subjects.
- Individual Passing: Candidates must pass in each of the four core subjects individually to be eligible for the counseling process.
Regional Quota and Domicile Rules
GGSIPU follows a strict seat distribution policy that prioritizes local students for specific colleges:
- Delhi Region (85% Quota): Reserved for candidates who have passed their qualifying examination (11th and 12th) from a recognized school located within the NCT of Delhi.
- Outside Delhi Region (15% Quota): Open to candidates from schools outside Delhi, regardless of their current residence.
- Special Note for BDS: For the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program, the university emphasizes that candidates must have studied 11th and 12th regularly from a Delhi-based school to claim a seat under the Delhi quota.
Counseling Authority and Registration
- MBBS & BDS: While GGSIPU sets the eligibility, the actual counseling for these seats is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the DGHS, Government of India.
- BAMS & BHMS: Admissions are typically handled through the university's centralized online counseling based on NEET-UG ranks.
- Application Fee: The university registration fee for the academic session is ₹2,500 plus applicable taxes.
For regular updates on the start of the online registration and the release of the seat matrix for 2026, follow Only Education News.
Aspirants are advised to ensure that their personal details on the GGSIPU application exactly match their NEET-UG 2026 records to avoid rejection during document verification. For a full list of affiliated medical colleges and their fee structures, visit the Only Education Medical Exams List or explore the Medical Course List.