GMC Patiala admits students through entrance exam merit and centralised counselling. All 250 MBBS seats require a valid NEET UG rank. MCC allocates 38 All India Quota seats, while BFUHS Faridkot manages 212 Punjab State Quota seats.

The main programmes include MBBS and B.Sc Nursing. The annual tuition fee is INR 1,83,000 for MBBS and INR 85,000 for B.Sc Nursing. Admission does not include an interview, management quota, or college-level entrance test.

GMC Patiala Admission Portal 2026: gmcpatiala.edu.in/admissions

Admission update:

  • MBBS admission uses NEET UG merit, with MCC handling the All India Quota and BFUHS conducting Punjab State Quota counselling.
  • MD and MS applicants must qualify through NEET PG before taking part in MCC or BFUHS counselling.
  • B.Sc Nursing selection is based on PPMET merit, followed by counselling conducted by BFUHS.
  • Applicants need Punjab domicile for the 85 percent state quota. Students who completed Classes 11 and 12 in Punjab are also eligible for this quota.
  • The BFUHS counselling registration fee is INR 5,900 for the General category and INR 2,950 for the SC category.
  • Within the state quota, 25 percent of seats are reserved for SC candidates and 10 percent for OBC candidates.
  • General category applicants need at least 50 percent in PCB to meet the NEET UG eligibility requirement. The minimum for SC, ST, and OBC applicants is 40 percent.

Direct MBBS admission is not available at GMC Patiala because the college has no management quota. NEET UG centralised counselling conducted by MCC and BFUHS fills all 250 seats.

GMC Patiala MBBS Admission 2026

Each year, NEET UG merit determines admission to the 250-seat MBBS programme at GMC Patiala. The General category closing ranks in 2025 were 7,512 for the All India Quota and 17,605 for the Punjab State Quota.

GMC Patiala MBBS Eligibility Criteria

A valid NEET UG 2026 score is compulsory. Applicants must also meet the category-based Class 12 PCB marks and NEET UG percentile requirements shown below.

Category Minimum Marks in PCB at 10+2 NEET UG Qualifying Percentile
General / EWS 50% 50
SC / ST / OBC 40% 40
General, PwD 45% 45
SC / ST / OBC, PwD 40% 40

GMC Patiala MBBS Selection Criteria 2026

The college prepares no separate selection test or interview. A student's NEET UG rank and counselling allotment decide admission.

MCC fills 38 seats, equal to the 15 percent All India Quota, through four online rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and the Stray Vacancy Round.

BFUHS is responsible for the other 212 seats under the 85 percent Punjab State Quota. It conducts three counselling rounds. Round 1 takes place online, while designated physical counselling centres host Rounds 2 and 3.

GMC Patiala NEET Cutoff

The following category-wise figures show the GMC Patiala NEET cutoff for 2025.

Category Round 1 Closing Rank Round 3 Closing Rank
General 4156 393
OBC 7803 11510
SC 48687 82842
ST 79799 111933
EWS 7097 9925

For the 2025 General category, the Punjab State Quota closed at 17,605, compared with 7,512 under the All India Quota. The All India Quota was therefore more competitive.

How to Apply for MBBS at GMC Patiala?

The correct counselling portal depends on whether the applicant is seeking an All India Quota seat or a Punjab State Quota seat.

MCC All India Quota application process:

  • Create an account with the NEET UG 2026 roll number and application number.
  • Submit the applicable registration fee and security deposit.
  • Add GMC Patiala to the preference list and lock the choices within the stated period.
  • After allotment, download the seat allotment letter.
  • Join GMC Patiala within the reporting period printed on that letter.

BFUHS Punjab State Quota application process:

  • Use the NEET UG roll number and application number to complete BFUHS registration.
  • Pay the non-refundable fee of INR 5,900 for the General category or INR 2,950 for the SC category.
  • Upload the domicile certificate, NEET scorecard, and 10+2 marksheet.
  • Select and lock college choices according to the counselling round schedule.
  • Report at GMC Patiala on the day stated in the allotment letter.

MBBS tuition costs INR 1,83,000 per year. Students pay this amount semester-wise to BFUHS Faridkot.

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Students may confirm the latest fee details through the official GMC Patiala website.

GMC Patiala B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026

GMC Patiala has 50 B.Sc Nursing seats. BFUHS Faridkot conducts PPMET, the Punjab Paramedical Entrance Test, for admission to this programme. B.Sc Nursing selection is separate from NEET UG.

GMC Patiala B.Sc Nursing Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must pass 10+2 from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. English is compulsory under Indian Nursing Council rules.

Requirement Details
Qualifying Examination 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English
Minimum Marks 45% in PCB for General and 40% for SC, ST, and OBC
Entrance Exam PPMET 2026 conducted by BFUHS Faridkot
Minimum Age 17 years as of 31 December 2026

GMC Patiala B.Sc Nursing Selection Criteria 2026

BFUHS prepares a state merit list from PPMET 2026 ranks. During counselling, students choose GMC Patiala according to their position on this list.

  • The B.Sc Nursing intake at GMC Patiala is 50 seats for 2026.
  • Punjab government reservation rules apply when these seats are distributed.
  • A stronger PPMET rank gives a student a better chance of receiving GMC Patiala instead of another government nursing college.

How to Apply for B.Sc Nursing at GMC Patiala?

  • Complete the PPMET application through bfuhs.ac.in.
  • Appear for PPMET in offline mode.
  • View the PPMET result through bfuhs.ac.in.
  • Use the PPMET roll number and rank to register for BFUHS counselling.
  • Place GMC Patiala in the preferred college list and lock the choice.

The annual tuition fee for B.Sc Nursing is INR 85,000.

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The current amount can be checked through the official college website.

GMC Patiala MD/MS Admission 2026

Across 24 MD and MS disciplines, GMC Patiala offers 144 postgraduate seats. Admission requires a NEET PG rank and participation in either MCC or BFUHS counselling. MCC controls 72 All India Quota seats, while BFUHS controls 72 Punjab State Quota seats.

GMC Patiala MD/MS Eligibility Criteria

Students need an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution. They must also finish the compulsory rotating internship of 12 months before joining the course.

Requirement Details
Qualifying Degree MBBS from an NMC-recognised college
Internship Completed 12-month compulsory rotating internship
Qualifying Exam NEET PG 2026
Registration Valid registration with NMC or a State Medical Council

GMC Patiala MD/MS Selection Criteria 2026

NEET PG rank is the only basis for MD and MS selection. GMC Patiala does not hold its own written examination or interview.

For All India Quota PG seats, MCC conducts Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy counselling. BFUHS separately runs the Punjab State Quota process for MBBS graduates who meet the domicile requirement.

GMC Patiala NEET PG Cutoff

NEET PG scores are used for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma programmes. The General category cutoff details for 2025 are listed here.

Category Round 1 Closing Rank Round 3 Closing Rank
General (UR) 70,908 1,37,254
OBC 1,26,634 1,43,464
SC 66,252 33,259
EWS 47,317 17,219
ST 83,155 2,16,848

Radiodiagnosis had the highest competition among GMC Patiala PG options, with a 2025 NEET PG AIQ General closing rank of 772. General Medicine, Paediatrics, and Surgery also had strong competition.

How to Apply for MD/MS at GMC Patiala?

  • Meet the required qualifying score in NEET PG 2026.
  • Register through mcc.admissions.nic.in for an All India Quota seat.
  • Complete a separate application at bfuhs.ac.in when seeking a Punjab State Quota seat.
  • Select the preferred specialisation and GMC Patiala, then lock the choices within the stated period.
  • After allotment, report to the college according to the instructions in the allotment letter.

GMC Patiala Scholarships

Eligible GMC Patiala students may apply for category-based and income-linked scholarships offered by the central and Punjab governments.

  • Post-Matric Scholarship for SC, ST, and OBC students: This central government scheme provides support for tuition fees and a maintenance allowance. Applications are accepted through scholarships.gov.in.
  • Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme: Wards of former members of the armed forces and Coast Guard may apply through the Kendriya Sainik Board at ksb.gov.in.
  • Punjab Government Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: Students whose annual family income is below INR 2,50,000 can apply through the Punjab government scholarship portal.

The MBBS tuition fee is INR 1,83,000 per year, which is lower than the fees charged by private medical colleges in Punjab. Eligible SC and ST students may use central government scholarships to cover this fee.

GMC Patiala Admission FAQs

Ques. What ranks closed MBBS admission at GMC Patiala for General candidates in 2025?

Ans. The 2025 General category closing rank was 7,512 under the All India Quota and 17,605 under the Punjab State Quota. The AIQ OBC closing rank was 16,464. Cutoffs can change each year with exam difficulty and available seats.

Ques. How is GMC Patiala’s MBBS intake divided between the two quotas?

Ans. The annual MBBS intake is 250 seats. MCC manages 38 seats, or 15 percent, through the All India Quota. BFUHS Faridkot allocates the remaining 212 seats, or 85 percent, through the Punjab State Quota.

Ques. Who can claim a Punjab State Quota MBBS seat at GMC Patiala?

Ans. The 85 percent state quota requires Punjab domicile. A candidate who studied both Classes 11 and 12 at a school in Punjab also meets this condition. Domicile is not needed for the 15 percent All India Quota, which is open through MCC to NEET UG qualified applicants from across India.

Ques. Is there any route to an MBBS seat without centralised counselling?

Ans. No. GMC Patiala is a government institution and does not have management quota seats. MCC or BFUHS centralised counselling based on NEET UG fills every one of the 250 MBBS seats.

Ques. How much tuition does an MBBS student pay each year?

Ans. MBBS tuition is INR 1,83,000 annually and is paid to BFUHS Faridkot in semester instalments. A government notification may revise this amount.

Ques. What is the total MD and MS seat count at GMC Patiala?

Ans. GMC Patiala has 144 postgraduate seats spread across 24 MD and MS disciplines. MCC manages 72 seats, equal to 50 percent, and BFUHS handles the other 72 seats under the Punjab State Quota.

Ques. What does BFUHS charge to register for Punjab MBBS counselling?

Ans. General category applicants pay a non-refundable registration fee of INR 5,900. The corresponding fee for SC applicants is INR 2,950. Withdrawal from counselling does not make this payment refundable.

Ques. Which entrance test is used for GMC Patiala B.Sc Nursing admission?

Ans. Selection uses PPMET, which is conducted by BFUHS Faridkot. Applicants complete the entrance process through bfuhs.ac.in and then join BFUHS counselling. GMC Patiala offers 50 B.Sc Nursing seats.

Ques. Is an unfinished MBBS internship acceptable for MD or MS admission?

Ans. No. Before the academic session starts, an applicant must have completed the entire 12-month compulsory rotating internship. A final-year MBBS student or anyone whose internship remains incomplete cannot join an MD or MS programme.

Ques. Which authorities allot MBBS seats at GMC Patiala?

Ans. MCC conducts counselling for the 38 All India Quota seats, while BFUHS Faridkot manages the 212 Punjab State Quota seats. Both counselling systems operate after the declaration of NEET UG results.