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PGIMER Chandigarh Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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17 Sep, 2026 INI CET Jan 2027 Session registration begins. Register @aiimsexams.ac.in by Oct 13, 2026. The exam will be held on Nov 1, 2026. Read News.

PGIMER Chandigarh Admission 2026 is structured across two centralised routes. MD/MS seats are allotted via INI-CET counselling conducted by AIIMS New Delhi. DM and M.Ch super-specialty seats are allotted via INI-SS, also led by AIIMS.

BSc Nursing and paramedical admissions use separate institute-level entrance exams held by PGIMER Chandigarh. The institute does not offer an MBBS programme.

Admission Update:
  • MD/MS (INI-CET July 2026): Round 1 allotment released June 24, 2026. Acceptance deadline: June 30, 2026. Round 2 allotment on July 10, 2026.
  • DM/M.Ch (INI SS July 2026): Round 1 allotment declared June 23, 2026. Round 2 allotment on July 9, 2026.
  • BSc Nursing 2026: Application window June 1 to June 30, 2026. Entrance exam on July 24, 2026.
  • PG admissions run twice yearly in January and July sessions at PGIMER.
  • INI-CET July 2026 offers 134 MD/ MS seats at PGIMER, the second highest among all INIs after AIIMS New Delhi.
  • PG residents (MD/MS) receive INR 56,100 per month basic pay under 7th CPC norms from the date of joining.
  • Additional PG allowances include INR 2,000 book allowance per year and INR 5,000 thesis allowance (one-time). Sponsored candidates are excluded from both.
  • Leaving the PG programme within 6 months attracts an INR 1,00,000 penalty. Leaving after 6 months attracts an INR 5,00,000 penalty. No rural service bond applies after course completion.
  • BSc Nursing (4-year) admits female candidates only. BSc Nursing Post-Basic (2-year) is open to all genders.
  • INI-CET registration and counselling are conducted at aiimsexams.ac.in by AIIMS New Delhi.

PGIMER Chandigarh Admission Portal 2026: pgimer.edu.in

Direct Admission at PGIMER Chandigarh: PGIMER does not offer a management quota or NRI quota. All seats are filled through INI-CET, INI SS, or institute-level entrance exams based on merit.

PGIMER Chandigarh MD/MS Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh MD/MS admission for the July 2026 session is based on INI-CET rank. All seat allotment is conducted online by AIIMS New Delhi at aiimsexams.ac.in. The course fee at PGIMER is INR 3,370 per year, among the lowest for PG medical education in India.

PGIMER MD/MS Admission Dates 2026

Event Date
INI-CET July 2026 Exam May 16, 2026
INI-CET Result Declaration May 23, 2026
Mock Round Choice Filling Till June 13, 2026
Mock Round Allotment Result June 15, 2026
Round 1 Choice Filling and Locking June 16 to 17, 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment Result June 24, 2026
Round 1 Acceptance and Reporting Deadline June 30, 2026
Round 2 Seat Allotment July 10, 2026
Round 2 Acceptance and Joining July 10 to 16, 2026

All dates are as per the AIIMS counselling schedule at aiimsexams.ac.in. Round 2 joining dates are tentative and subject to official confirmation.

PGIMER MD/MS Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution. The internship completion deadline was June 30, 2026, for the July 2026 session.

Category Eligibility Criteria Selection Basis
General/OBC/EWS MBBS (NMC-recognized), 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 (NMC-recognized), 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 a minimum of 2 years of service, NOC required, no upper age limit INI-CET rank, PGIMER campus counselling

PGIMER MD/MS Selection Criteria 2026

INI-CET rank is the sole basis for seat allotment at PGIMER Chandigarh. Candidates exercise choices of institute and specialisation during the online choice-filling window. PGIMER offers 134 seats for the July 2026 session.

  • Reservation: SC/ST 5%, OBC 27%, PwBD 5% (horizontal), Rural Service 5% (minimum 2 years 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: minimum 50th percentile for General/OBC/EWS, 45th percentile for SC/ST.
  • Specialisations like MD Radiodiagnosis and MD Dermatology attract extremely competitive cutoff ranks at PGIMER due to high demand.
  • Sponsored candidates appear in a separate merit list and attend campus counselling at PGIMER Chandigarh.

Key Insight: PGIMER Chandigarh imposes no rural service bond on completing MD/MS. However, mid-course withdrawal carries severe penalties: INR 1,00,000 if leaving within 6 months and INR 5,00,000 if leaving after 6 months. No security deposit is forfeited beyond this. Residents receive INR 56,100 monthly basic pay from day one, effectively covering living costs on campus.

How to Apply for MD/MS at PGIMER Chandigarh?

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

According to Collegedunia Reviews, students prefer PGIMER because of its strong reputation, with the institute being ranked among the top medical colleges in India and holding a prominent position in Asia and globally. Reviewers mention that this recognition adds value to the degree and can make it easier to pursue opportunities abroad.

PGIMER Chandigarh DM/M.Ch Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh DM and M.Ch admission is conducted through INI SS (Institute of National Importance Super Speciality), a two-stage selection process. PGIMER, being an INI, all DM and M.Ch seats are filled through INI SS counselling by AIIMS Delhi, not through MCC.

PGIMER DM/M.Ch Admission Dates 2026

Event Date
INI SS Stage 1 Exam (CBT) April 25, 2026
INI SS Stage 2 - Departmental Assessment at PGIMER May 18 to 23, 2026
INI SS Final Merit List May 30, 2026
Round 1 Choice Submission June 13 to 19, 2026
Round 1 Allotment Result June 23, 2026
Round 1 Acceptance and Reporting June 24 to 29, 2026
Round 2 Allotment Result July 9, 2026
Round 2 Acceptance and Reporting July 10 to 15, 2026

Dates are as per the AIIMS INI SS July 2026 official schedule at aiimsexams.ac.in and are subject to revision.

PGIMER DM/M.Ch Eligibility Criteria

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 (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 a minimum of 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 is a two-stage selection process. Stage 1 is a Computer-Based Test of 80 MCQs (90 minutes, -1/3 negative marking). Only shortlisted Stage 1 qualifiers appear for Stage 2.

  • Stage 2 is a Departmental Assessment conducted at PGIMER Chandigarh for all shortlisted candidates.
  • Final INI SS merit is based on combined Stage 1 and Stage 2 performance.
  • Candidates exercise online preferences for the institute and specialisation during the choice-filling window.
  • Seat allotment is purely merit-based. No management quota or NRI quota seats exist at PGIMER for DM/M.Ch.

Key Insight: Under the INI SS Round 2 upgrade rule, opting to participate in Round 2 after a Round 1 allotment carries a binding clause: failure to join an upgraded institute in Round 2 attracts a penalty of INR 3,00,000. Candidates satisfied with their Round 1 seat should freeze it to avoid this risk.

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 designated centre.
  • Shortlisted candidates must attend Stage 2 Departmental Assessment at PGIMER Chandigarh in person.
  • Check the final INI SS merit list and register for counselling at aiimsexams.ac.in.
  • Submit institute and specialisation preferences during the choice-filling window.
  • Accept the allotted seat and report to PGIMER by the joining deadline with original documents.

PGIMER Chandigarh BSc Nursing Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh BSc Nursing admission 2026 is based on an institute-level entrance exam conducted by PGIMER itself. There are 93 seats in the 4-year BSc Nursing programme and 62 seats in the 2-year Post-Basic BSc Nursing programme, for a combined intake of 155 seats.

PGIMER BSc Nursing Admission Dates 2026

Event Date
Application Form Opens June 1, 2026
Application Form Last Date June 30, 2026
Correction Window July 2 to July 4, 2026
Entrance Exam July 24, 2026
Result Declaration August 10, 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling August 18, 2026 (Tentative)
Academic Session Start September 1, 2026

PGIMER BSc Nursing Eligibility Criteria

Programme Eligibility Criteria Selection Basis
BSc Nursing (4 Year) Female only, Class 12 with PCB and English, minimum 45% in PCB (General/OBC), minimum 40% (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

Admission to BSc Nursing at PGIMER Chandigarh is based solely on the merit list prepared from the entrance exam score. No weightage is given to Class 12 marks. Counselling is conducted in offline mode at PGIMER Chandigarh.

  • Exam format: 100 MCQs, Computer-Based Test, 90 minutes, 1 mark per correct answer, -0.25 per wrong answer.
  • Subjects covered: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Aptitude for Nursing (Class 12 level).
  • Seat distribution for 4-year BSc Nursing: 47 seats General, 25 seats OBC, 14 seats SC, 7 seats ST, 5 seats PwBD (within the 93-seat total).
  • Candidates appearing in Class 12 in 2026 may apply provisionally. 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 access the BSc Nursing 2026 application link.
  • Register with basic details and fill in personal and academic information.
  • Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
  • Pay application fee: INR 1,500 for General/OBC/EWS or INR 1,200 for SC/ST. PwBD candidates are fee-exempt.
  • Submit the form and download the confirmation page for records.
  • Download the admit card from pgimer.edu.in about 10 days before the exam date.

PGIMER Chandigarh Other Programs Admission 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh also offers paramedical, PhD, and Fellowship programmes through separate institute-level entrance exams. Applications and notifications are published at pgimer.edu.in.

Programme Key Eligibility Entrance Exam and Application Deadline
Paramedical Courses (12 programmes, 113 seats total) Class 12 with PCB or PCM, minimum 50% aggregate (General/OBC), 45% for SC/ST, age minimum 17 years. Optometry requires 60% minimum PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Entrance Exam on July 31, 2026. Apply by July 2, 2026
PhD (3 years) MD/MS/MDS or M.Sc with minimum 55% (50% for SC/ST), relevant specialisation PGIMER Chandigarh PhD Entrance Exam, dates announced separately at pgimer.edu.in
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

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. Application fee for paramedical is INR 1,500 (General/OBC/Sponsored) and INR 1,200 (SC/ST).

PGIMER Chandigarh Scholarships and Stipend 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh does not offer merit scholarships for Nursing or paramedical students from institutional funds. However, PG medical residents receive a substantial monthly stipend. Given below are the details of the PGIMER Chandigarh Scholarship:

  • MD/MS and DM/M.Ch residents: Basic pay of INR 56,100 per month under 7th Central Pay Commission norms. This is disbursed from the date of joining without a separate application.
  • Book Allowance: INR 2,000 per year for regular (non-sponsored) PG residents.
  • Thesis Allowance: INR 5,000 (one-time lump sum) on thesis submission for regular residents.
  • Nursing and paramedical students may apply for state or UT government scholarships through scholarships.gov.in. Chandigarh UT scholarship windows typically open from August to October each year.
  • Sponsored PG candidates do not receive book or thesis allowances. Hostel facilities are not provided to sponsored candidates.

PGIMER Chandigarh Admission FAQs

Ques. Which entrance exam is accepted for MD/MS admission at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. PGIMER Chandigarh MD/MS admission is based on INI-CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test), conducted by AIIMS New Delhi at aiimsexams.ac.in. NEET PG is not accepted at PGIMER for MD/MS. Admissions happen twice yearly, in January and July sessions.

Ques. How many MD/MS seats does PGIMER Chandigarh have for the July 2026 session?

Ans. PGIMER Chandigarh has 134 seats in the INI-CET July 2026 session, the second highest among all Institutes of National Importance after AIIMS New Delhi. No EWS category seats are available at PGIMER for the July 2026 intake. Seat distribution includes 5% SC/ST, 27% OBC, 5% PwBD (horizontal), and 5% rural service reservation.

Ques. What is the eligibility for INI-CET to get admission at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution and have completed one year of rotatory internship by June 30, 2026 (for the July session). Minimum MBBS aggregate required: 55% for General/OBC/EWS candidates and 50% for SC/ST candidates. NMC or State Medical Council registration is mandatory.

Ques. Is there a service bond after MD/MS at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. There is no rural or government service bond after completing MD/MS at PGIMER Chandigarh. However, leaving the programme before completion carries financial penalties: INR 1,00,000 if withdrawal happens within 6 months of joining and INR 5,00,000 if after 6 months.

Ques. What is the monthly stipend for PG residents at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. PG residents (MD/MS, DM, M.Ch) at PGIMER Chandigarh receive a basic pay of INR 56,100 per month under the 7th Central Pay Commission norms from the date of joining. Additional allowances include an annual book allowance of INR 2,000 and a one-time thesis allowance of INR 5,000 for regular (non-sponsored) candidates.

Ques. What is the difference between INI-CET and INI SS at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Ans. INI-CET is for admission to MD and MS (postgraduate) programmes at PGIMER Chandigarh. INI SS is for admission to DM and M.Ch (super-specialty) programmes. INI-CET is a single Computer-Based Test (200 MCQ, 3 hours). INI SS is a two-stage process: Stage 1 CBT (80 MCQ, 90 minutes) followed by a Stage 2 Departmental Assessment at the PGIMER campus.

Ques. How to apply for BSc Nursing at PGIMER Chandigarh 2026?

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

Ques. Is PGIMER Chandigarh BSc Nursing open to male candidates?

Ans. The 4-year BSc Nursing programme at PGIMER Chandigarh is open to female candidates only. Male candidates are eligible for the 2-year Post-Basic BSc Nursing programme. The Post-Basic programme requires a GNM qualification with a minimum of 50% marks and valid nursing registration.

Ques. Does PGIMER Chandigarh have a management quota or NRI quota?

Ans. No. PGIMER Chandigarh is a central government Institute of National Importance. It does not have a management quota, NRI quota, or institutional quota. All seats across MD/MS, DM/M.Ch, BSc Nursing, and paramedical programmes are filled through merit and centralised or institute-level admission processes.

Ques. What paramedical courses can I get through the PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Entrance Exam 2026?

Ans. The PGIMER Chandigarh Paramedical Entrance Exam 2026 offers admission to 12 programmes across 113 seats. These 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 (Operation Theatre and Dialysis Therapy), Bachelor of Public Health, and others. The exam is on July 31, 2026, and the application deadline is July 2, 2026.

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The Bachelor of Science in Dialysis Therapy Technology at Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, requires candidates to clear an entrance exam specifically conducted by PGIMER. The exam is particularly challenging, with eligibility open to students from any background. Admission is based on achieving a score within the cutoff range, typically around the 58 to 94 percentile. A registration fee of ?1500 is required for the application process.

Post-exam, candidates are allocated admissions based on a percentile ranking system, with counseling sessions organized to facilitate the allotment of courses in accordance with category-based cutoffs. For instance, securing a percentile rank of 94 surpassed the minimum cutoffs, leading to a successful course allotment during counseling sessions. Admission may occur in multiple counseling rounds, implying the availability of seats for different categories, such as OBC. As one of the premier medical institutions in India and close to Delhi, PGIMER offers an attractive proposition with affordable fees and extensive facilities, making it a preferred choice for students over local private colleges.

Students should ensure they possess proper category certificates required for the admission process.

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