To be eligible for INI-CET, candidates must possess an MBBS degree recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) or a dental degree recognized by the Dental Council of India (for MDS courses). They must have completed or be completing their compulsory rotatory internship before the specified deadline. Candidates must also be registered with the NMC or the State Medical Council. Additionally, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying percentile in the INI-CET examination to be eligible for admission.