Both these AIIMS were established in 2012, both are centrally funded, and there are very minor differences between the two. Both AIIMS Rishikesh and AIIMS Raipur will offer good research facilities to you. 

Location is another important factor. AIIMS Rishikesh offers a scenic landscape, while AIIMS Raipur offers a rich city life. AIIMS Rishikesh has theory exams, while AIIMS Raipur has MCQ based exams.

Hospital wise, AIIMS Rishikesh has a slight advantage, but academics and infrastructure wise, both are equally good. 

Thus, you can opt for AIIMS Raipur without any hesitation.

My friend is joining AIIMS Rishikesh this year and is super excited about his new life in his dream college. He has to go through tough counseling rounds before finally making it into AIIMS Rishikesh and the moment he saw the campus, all the efforts seemed to have paid off. 

He is excited to be part of the AIIMS family and its medical fraternity. He is looking forward to studying M.B.B.S. in a serene environment surrounded by natural beauty that will be a great stress buster. The tranquil weather and peaceful campus combined with a talented student body are what attracted him the most. He is excited to meet his seniors, batchmates, and faculties and explore opportunities on his way!.

AIIMS Rishikesh is one of the rapidly advancing medical colleges in terms of academics, research facilities, and hospital services. The strategic location of the college makes it accessible to most of Uttarakhand and western UP.

The campus is green and tranquil.  The calm environment on campus and the presence of Ganga, right out of the main gate of the institute are unique to AIIMS Rishikesh. The night-life of Rishikesh isn’t too happening, but the hostel life certainly is. Overall, AIIMS Rishikesh offers an enriching learning experience.