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PGIMER Chandigarh Admission 2024: Dates, Courses, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff, Application Process

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PGIMER Chandigarh Admission 2026 is offered through centralised and institute-level routes. MD/MS admission is based on INI-CET counselling conducted by AIIMS New Delhi, while BSc Nursing admission is handled through the institute's own entrance exam. The MD/MS course fee is INR 3,370 per year, and candidates pay the PGIMER institutional fee of INR 3,070 per year at joining.

The institute does not offer MBBS and has no management quota or NRI quota. Seats are filled only through INI-CET, INI SS, or PGIMER entrance exams according to merit. PG admissions are conducted twice every year in January and July sessions.

PGIMER Chandigarh Admission Portal 2026: pgimer.edu.in

PGIMER Chandigarh Important Dates 2026

Event Current Date
PGIMER BSc Nursing Entrance Exam July 24, 2026
PGIMER BSc Nursing Result Declaration August 10, 2026 (Tentative)
PGIMER BSc Nursing Counselling August 18, 2026 (Tentative)
PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Entrance Exam July 31, 2026
PGIMER BSc Nursing Academic Session Start September 1, 2026

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

PGIMER Chandigarh UG Admission 2026

UG admission at PGIMER Chandigarh includes BSc Nursing, BSc Nursing Post-Basic, paramedical courses, and Bachelor of Public Health. BSc Nursing admission is based on the PGIMER BSc Nursing Entrance Exam, while paramedical admission is through a separate PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Entrance Exam.


PGIMER BSc Nursing Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh offers 93 seats in the 4-year BSc Nursing programme and 62 seats in the 2-year BSc Nursing Post-Basic programme. The total intake for both nursing programmes is 155 seats.

Programme Eligibility Criteria Selection Basis
BSc Nursing (4 Year) Female only, Class 12 with PCB and English, minimum 45% in PCB for General/OBC, minimum 40% for SC/ST, age 17 to 35 years PGIMER BSc Nursing Entrance Exam merit list, offline counselling at PGIMER
BSc Nursing Post-Basic (2 Years) Male and female, 10+2 or equivalent, GNM certificate with minimum 50% marks, currently registered as Nurse and Midwife PGIMER BSc Nursing Entrance Exam merit list, offline counselling at PGIMER

PGIMER BSc Nursing Selection Criteria 2026

The institute prepares the BSc Nursing merit list only on the basis of entrance exam scores. Class 12 marks carry no separate weightage. Counselling takes place offline at PGIMER Chandigarh.

  • Exam format: 100 MCQs, Computer-Based Test, 90 minutes, 1 mark per correct answer, and -0.25 per wrong answer.
  • Subjects included are Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Aptitude for Nursing at Class 12 level.
  • Seat distribution for 4-year BSc Nursing is 47 seats General, 25 seats OBC, 14 seats SC, 7 seats ST, and 5 seats PwBD within the 93-seat total.
  • Candidates appearing in Class 12 in 2026 may apply provisionally, but they must submit the passing certificate at least 10 days before the exam.

How to Apply for BSc Nursing at PGIMER Chandigarh?

  • Visit pgimer.edu.in and open the BSc Nursing 2026 application link.
  • Complete registration with basic details and enter personal and academic information.
  • Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 1,500 for General/OBC/EWS or INR 1,200 for SC/ST. PwBD candidates do not have to pay the fee.
  • Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
  • Download the admit card from pgimer.edu.in about 10 days before the exam date.

PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh conducts admission to paramedical courses through an institute-level entrance exam. The paramedical group includes 12 programmes with a total intake of 113 seats.

Programme Key Eligibility Entrance Exam and Application Deadline
Paramedical Courses (12 programmes, 113 seats total) Class 12 with PCB or PCM, minimum 50% aggregate for General/OBC, 45% for SC/ST, minimum age 17 years. Optometry requires minimum 60% PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Entrance Exam on July 31, 2026. Apply by July 2, 2026

Paramedical courses include Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science, BSc Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology, BSc Radiotherapy Technology, Bachelor of Optometry, Bachelor of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology, and six other allied health programmes. The application fee for paramedical courses is INR 1,500 for General/OBC/Sponsored candidates and INR 1,200 for SC/ST candidates.

PGIMER Chandigarh PG Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh admits candidates to MD/MS through INI-CET and to DM/M.Ch through INI SS. AIIMS New Delhi conducts the centralised counselling at aiimsexams.ac.in. Sponsored candidates are considered through separate merit lists and PGIMER campus counselling where applicable.


PGIMER MD/MS Admission 2026

MD/MS admission for the July 2026 session is based on INI-CET rank. PGIMER offers 134 MD/MS seats for the July 2026 session, the second highest among all INIs after AIIMS New Delhi. The course fee is INR 3,370 per year.

Category Eligibility Criteria Selection Basis
General/OBC/EWS MBBS from an NMC-recognized institution, one-year internship completed by June 30, 2026, minimum 55% aggregate, age not exceeding 45 years INI-CET rank, centralised counselling by AIIMS
SC/ST MBBS from an NMC-recognized institution, one-year internship completed by June 30, 2026, minimum 50% aggregate, age not exceeding 45 years INI-CET rank, centralised counselling by AIIMS
Sponsored MBBS, internship completed, employed in a recognised institution with minimum 2 years of service, NOC required, no upper age limit INI-CET rank, PGIMER campus counselling

PGIMER MD/MS Selection Criteria 2026

Seat allotment at PGIMER Chandigarh is based only on INI-CET rank. Candidates fill their institute and specialisation choices during the online choice-filling window. The INI-CET July 2026 exam was held on May 16, 2026, and the result was declared on May 23, 2026.

  • Round 1 allotment was released on June 24, 2026, and the acceptance and reporting deadline was June 30, 2026.
  • Round 2 allotment was released on July 10, 2026, with acceptance and joining from July 10 to 16, 2026.
  • Reservation includes SC/ST 5%, OBC 27%, PwBD 5% horizontal, and Rural Service 5% for candidates with minimum 2 years of service in areas under 5,000 population.
  • No EWS category seats are available at PGIMER for the INI-CET July 2026 session.
  • INI-CET qualifying criteria are minimum 50th percentile for General/OBC/EWS and 45th percentile for SC/ST.
  • MD Radiodiagnosis and MD Dermatology attract extremely competitive cutoff ranks at PGIMER because of high demand.
  • Sponsored candidates appear in a separate merit list and attend campus counselling at PGIMER Chandigarh.

PGIMER Chandigarh has no rural service bond after MD/MS completion. Mid-course withdrawal attracts a penalty of INR 1,00,000 if the candidate leaves within 6 months and INR 5,00,000 if the candidate leaves after 6 months. No security deposit is forfeited beyond this. Residents receive INR 56,100 per month basic pay from the date of joining.

How to Apply for MD/MS at PGIMER Chandigarh?

  • Visit aiimsexams.ac.in and register for INI-CET for the January or July session.
  • Fill out the online application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.
  • Appear for the INI-CET Computer-Based Test with 200 MCQs, 3 hours duration, and negative marking of 1/3 per wrong answer.
  • Check the INI-CET result and merit list on aiimsexams.ac.in.
  • Register for counselling after the result is declared.
  • Choose the institute and specialisation during the choice-filling window.
  • Accept the allotted seat online and report to PGIMER Chandigarh before the joining deadline.
  • Carry original documents and pay the PGIMER institutional fee of INR 3,070 per year at the time of joining.

PGIMER DM/M.Ch Admission 2026

DM and M.Ch seats at PGIMER Chandigarh are allotted through INI SS, the Institute of National Importance Super Speciality admission route. The process has 2 stages and is conducted by AIIMS Delhi for INI super-specialty admissions, not by MCC.

Programme Eligibility Criteria Selection Basis
DM MD/MS or DNB in the relevant specialty from an NMC-recognized institute, one-year post-MD/MS training completed, General category age limit 45 years for July 2026 session INI SS Stage 1 CBT and Stage 2 Departmental Assessment at PGIMER, final INI SS merit rank
M.Ch MS/DNB in the relevant surgical specialty from an NMC-recognized institute, one-year post-MS training, General category age limit 45 years INI SS Stage 1 CBT and Stage 2 Departmental Assessment at PGIMER, final INI SS merit rank
DM/M.Ch (Sponsored) Same as above, employed with minimum 2 years of institutional service, NOC required, no upper age limit INI SS merit rank, PGIMER campus counselling

PGIMER DM/M.Ch Selection Process

INI SS includes Stage 1 as a Computer-Based Test with 80 MCQs, 90 minutes duration, and -1/3 negative marking. Only shortlisted Stage 1 candidates appear for Stage 2.

  • Stage 2 is a Departmental Assessment held at PGIMER Chandigarh for shortlisted candidates.
  • The final INI SS merit rank is based on combined Stage 1 and Stage 2 performance.
  • INI SS Stage 1 exam was held on April 25, 2026.
  • Stage 2 Departmental Assessment at PGIMER was held from May 18 to 23, 2026.
  • The final merit list was released on May 30, 2026.
  • Round 1 choice submission was held from June 13 to 19, 2026, and Round 1 allotment was declared on June 23, 2026.
  • Round 1 acceptance and reporting was held from June 24 to 29, 2026.
  • Round 2 allotment was released on July 9, 2026, and Round 2 acceptance and reporting was from July 10 to 15, 2026.
  • Seat allotment is fully merit-based. PGIMER has no management quota or NRI quota for DM/M.Ch.

Under the INI SS Round 2 upgrade rule, a candidate who participates in Round 2 after a Round 1 allotment must join the upgraded institute if allotted. Failure to join an upgraded institute in Round 2 attracts a penalty of INR 3,00,000.

How to Apply for DM/M.Ch at PGIMER Chandigarh?

  • Register for INI SS at aiimsexams.ac.in during the application window.
  • Appear for INI SS Stage 1 CBT at the allotted centre.
  • Attend Stage 2 Departmental Assessment at PGIMER Chandigarh in person if shortlisted.
  • Check the final INI SS merit list and register for counselling at aiimsexams.ac.in.
  • Submit institute and specialisation preferences during choice filling.
  • Accept the allotted seat and report to PGIMER with original documents before the joining deadline.

PGIMER Chandigarh PhD Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh offers PhD admission through a separate institute-level entrance exam. Applications and notifications are issued on pgimer.edu.in.

Programme Key Eligibility Entrance Exam and Application Deadline
PhD (3 years) MD/MS/MDS or M.Sc with minimum 55%, 50% for SC/ST, in a relevant specialisation PGIMER Chandigarh PhD Entrance Exam, dates announced separately at pgimer.edu.in

PGIMER Chandigarh Other Programs Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh also offers Fellowship and Post-Doctoral Fellowship programmes through institute-level entrance exams. Applications and notices are released on pgimer.edu.in.

Programme Key Eligibility Entrance Exam and Application Deadline
Fellowship and Post-Doctoral Fellowship (1 year) DM/M.Ch or equivalent qualification in a relevant specialty PGIMER Chandigarh Fellowship Entrance Exam, dates announced separately at pgimer.edu.in

PGIMER Chandigarh Scholarships and Stipend 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh does not provide institutional merit scholarships for Nursing or paramedical students. PG medical residents, however, receive monthly pay and specific allowances as per the applicable rules.

  • MD/MS and DM/M.Ch residents receive basic pay of INR 56,100 per month under 7th Central Pay Commission norms from the date of joining, without a separate application.
  • Regular non-sponsored PG residents receive a book allowance of INR 2,000 per year.
  • Regular residents receive a one-time thesis allowance of INR 5,000 on thesis submission.
  • Nursing and paramedical students may apply for state or UT government scholarships through scholarships.gov.in. Chandigarh UT scholarship windows usually open from August to October each year.
  • Sponsored PG candidates do not receive book allowance or thesis allowance. Hostel facilities are not given to sponsored candidates.

PGIMER Chandigarh Admission FAQs

Ques. What exam should a candidate take for MD/MS seats at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. MD/MS admission at PGIMER Chandigarh is through INI-CET, conducted by AIIMS New Delhi at aiimsexams.ac.in. NEET PG is not used for MD/MS admission at PGIMER. The admission cycle is held twice a year, in January and July sessions.

Ques. What is the MD/MS intake at PGIMER Chandigarh for July 2026?

Ans. PGIMER Chandigarh has 134 seats for MD/MS in the INI-CET July 2026 session. It is the second highest seat count among all Institutes of National Importance after AIIMS New Delhi. No EWS seats are available for this intake. Reservation includes 5% SC/ST, 27% OBC, 5% PwBD horizontal, and 5% rural service reservation.

Ques. Who is eligible for INI-CET admission to PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. Applicants must have an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution and must complete the rotatory internship by June 30, 2026 for the July session. The minimum MBBS aggregate is 55% for General/OBC/EWS and 50% for SC/ST. NMC or State Medical Council registration is compulsory.

Ques. Does PGIMER Chandigarh require service after MD/MS?

Ans. PGIMER Chandigarh does not impose a rural or government service bond after MD/MS. A candidate who leaves the course before completion must pay INR 1,00,000 for withdrawal within 6 months of joining and INR 5,00,000 for withdrawal after 6 months.

Ques. How much do PG residents receive at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. PG residents in MD/MS, DM, and M.Ch receive basic pay of INR 56,100 per month under 7th Central Pay Commission norms from the joining date. Regular non-sponsored residents also receive INR 2,000 per year as book allowance and a one-time thesis allowance of INR 5,000.

Ques. How are INI-CET and INI SS used differently at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. INI-CET is used for MD and MS admission at PGIMER Chandigarh. INI SS is used for DM and M.Ch super-specialty admission. INI-CET is a single Computer-Based Test with 200 MCQs and 3 hours duration. INI SS has Stage 1 CBT with 80 MCQs and 90 minutes duration, followed by Stage 2 Departmental Assessment at PGIMER.

Ques. What is the process to submit the PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 form?

Ans. Candidates have to apply online at pgimer.edu.in. The 2026 application window was from June 1 to June 30, 2026. The application fee is INR 1,500 for General/OBC/EWS and INR 1,200 for SC/ST, while PwBD candidates are exempt from payment. The entrance exam is scheduled for July 24, 2026 as a Computer-Based Test with 100 MCQs and 90 minutes duration.

Ques. Can male applicants take admission to BSc Nursing at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. The 4-year BSc Nursing course at PGIMER Chandigarh is only for female candidates. Male candidates can apply for the 2-year BSc Nursing Post-Basic programme. For Post-Basic admission, applicants need a GNM qualification with at least 50% marks and valid nursing registration.

Ques. Are management quota or NRI quota seats available at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. No. PGIMER Chandigarh is a central government Institute of National Importance and does not offer management quota, NRI quota, or institutional quota seats. Admission to MD/MS, DM/M.Ch, BSc Nursing, and paramedical programmes is based on merit through centralised or institute-level admission processes.

Ques. Which courses are offered through the PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Entrance Exam 2026?

Ans. The PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Entrance Exam 2026 is for 12 programmes with 113 seats. Courses include Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science, BSc Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology, BSc Radiotherapy Technology, Bachelor of Optometry, Bachelor of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology, BSc Medical Technology in Operation Theatre and Dialysis Therapy, Bachelor of Public Health, and other allied health programmes. The exam is scheduled on July 31, 2026, and the application deadline was July 2, 2026.


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PGIMER Admission 2026 Dates

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Admission Timeline [M.Sc]Jun 09, 2026 - Aug 20, 2026
Admission Timeline [BPT]Oct 28, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 (Tentative)
Admission Timeline [M.Sc] (Medicine)Nov 04, 2026 - Nov 21, 2026 (Tentative)

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Overall Rating7.8
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I have given pgimer paramedical exam...and secured a rank then they had a counselling. It was an all India level exam...you need to clear that before getting admission in this college. They'll keep your original documents

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Overall Rating7.6
placement
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8.0
internship
6.0
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The college has experience and a wide range of knowledge to gain, the environment and campus are also very good and it has a very great medical environment which allows the students to excel in their respective fields.

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Overall Rating8.3
college
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internship
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campus life
6.0
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The entrance exam is conducted by the institute every year in July, the exam is for 100 marks in physics, chemistry, biology, English, and general knowledge. The counseling process occurs at the end of August in the institute.

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Overall Rating9.8
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internship
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Good aspects of my college include gaining knowledge from Resident Doctors, Consultants, and even Professors. Also, the supporting staff pattern is good. Some Bad aspects include very less stipend as compared to other institutions and colleges. The Admission process includes passing the Entrance examination for Paramedical students which helps every year nearly in May or June Month. Only two rounds of counseling occur in offline counseling.

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Overall Rating7.4
placement
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internship
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campus life
8.0
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Factors that made me choose this college were: 1. Pgimer is one of the most prestigious colleges in India with a ranking of 2 among all medical colleges in India. 2. Physiotherapy is a growing field and a lot of people still don't know about physiotherapy. 3. In this course we get to treat the patients without using any medicine. There were no group discussions or interviews for the entrance. The exam for this course is conducted once in a year and its mode is online. One can fill out the form from the primer site. For the preparations, class 11th and 12th syllabus which includes biology, chemistry, and physics is enough. Apart from this gen English and gen knowledge are also included in the exam syllabus. There are 100 mcqs in the exam and a negative mark of -1. The exam is 3 hrs. The result is in the form of percentiles.

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Overall Rating5
college
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course
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campus life
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PGIMER Chandigarh is a reputed institution and is the 2nd best institution in the country which made me choose it. An all India level entrance examination is conducted for admission to the paramedical courses . It was a CBT comprising of physics chemistry biology sections along with English and GK.

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Overall Rating6.4
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Eligibility for admission: Candidate must pass a senior secondary exam or 12th from Recognised board with an aggregate percentage of 50% for Gen 45% for OBC/SC/ST (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) is Compulsory Application forms will released on the PGIMER website at Pgimer.edu There has been no interview or PT or GD the admission is strictly based on your performance in the entrance examination The cutoff percentile will vary year after year an average cutoff %ile is 89.555

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Overall Rating9.4
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My marks in neet was less , so I tried for BSc. Paramedical pgimer test , my college is very good in term of practical knowledge but theoretical classes are very less in the course. Afimission process is based on percentile in Bsc.Paramedical exam more than 95 for general. My neet preparation is enough to get selected.

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Overall Rating8.2
placement
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course
9.0
internship
6.0
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It is second topmost premium medical institute of India . An entrance exam was held for addmission process. The exam name was PGIMER para medical entrance exam . Cut off was quite high. I prepared the 11 and 12 class syllabus.

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Overall Rating6
placement
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internship
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campus life
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The college is good in terms of experience and practice. I got admitted by giving entrance exam where we were given choices to choose centres. We got admitted at the same time we attended counselling and joined within three days. I gave entrance while preparing for next exam.

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