The All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH), a leading autonomous institution under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, has released its admission notification for the academic year 2025-26. Aspiring students looking to make a career in Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology, and Special Education should take note of the crucial dates and application procedures.
Important Dates at a Glance:
- Online Application Opening Date: March 5, 2025
- Online Application Closing Date (B.ASLP & M.Sc. Aud./SLP): May 15, 2025
- Computer-Based Entrance Test Date (B.ASLP & M.Sc. Aud./SLP): May 28, 2025
- Offline Application Closing Date (B.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI) & PGDAVT): June 10, 2025
- Offline Application Closing Date (M.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI)): July 10, 2025
- Offline Entrance Examination Date (M.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI)): July 29, 2025
- Admit Card Release Date (for online entrance exams): May 21, 2025
Courses Offered:
AIISH offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs tailored to address various aspects of communication disorders. These include:
- Undergraduate Programs:
- Bachelor of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (B.ASLP)
- Bachelor of Education Special Education (Hearing Impairment) [B.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI)]
- Postgraduate Programs:
- M.Sc. (Audiology)
- M.Sc. (Speech-Language Pathology)
- Master of Education Special Education (Hearing Impairment) [M.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI)]
- PG Diploma Programs:
- Post Graduate Diploma in Auditory Verbal Therapy (PGDAVT)
- PG Diploma in Clinical Linguistics for SLP (PGDCLP)
- PG Diploma in Forensic Speech Sciences & Technology (PGDFSST)
- PG Diploma in Neuro Audiology (PGDNA)
- PG Diploma in Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Diploma Programs:
- Diploma in Hearing Aid & Ear Mould Technology (DHA & ET)
- Diploma in Early Childhood Special Education (Hearing Impairment) (DECSE(HI))
- Diploma in Hearing, Language and Speech (DHLS)
- Doctoral Programs:
- Ph.D. (Audiology)
- Ph.D. (Speech-Language Pathology)
- Ph.D. (Speech & Hearing)
- Ph.D. (Special Education)
- Ph.D. (Linguistics)
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Application Process:
For B.ASLP and M.Sc. (Audiology/Speech-Language Pathology) programs, applications are invited online. For programs like B.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI), M.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI), and PGDAVT, offline applications are required. Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the comprehensive prospectus for 2025-26, available on the official AIISH website (www.aiishmysore.in), for detailed eligibility criteria, application procedures, fees, and required documents.
Entrance Examination Details:
The entrance examination for B.ASLP and M.Sc. (Aud./SLP) will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT). The syllabus for the undergraduate entrance exam (B.ASLP) will primarily be based on the CBSE syllabus of 11th and 12th standards, covering Physics, Chemistry, and either Biology or Mathematics. The postgraduate entrance exams will be based on graduation-level syllabi.
Application Fees:
- B.ASLP & M.Sc. (Aud./SLP): ₹1,625/- (General/OBC), ₹1,225/- (SC/ST/PWD)
- B.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI) & PGDAVT: ₹1,100/- (General/OBC), ₹700/- (SC/ST/PWD)
- M.Ed. Spl. Ed. (HI): ₹1,625/- (General/OBC), ₹1,225/- (SC/ST/PWD)
Key Information for Applicants:
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
- The application fee is non-refundable.
- Admit cards for the online entrance exam were released on May 21, 2025, and can be downloaded from the official website using registered login details.
- Results and answer keys will be announced on the AIISH website. No individual communication will be sent.
- Selected candidates will be admitted on the day of counseling upon full payment of fees and submission of original documents for verification.
AIISH, with its state-of-the-art facilities and a rich history of over 50 years, continues to be a premier institution in training professionals to address communication disorders. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about contributing to the field of speech and hearing. For any admission-related queries, candidates can contact AIISH at 0821-2502228 / 2594 / 2163 / 2168 or email admission@aiishmysore.in.