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PGIMER Chandigarh Admission Process

Candidates are given Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research offers admission at UG, PG, and doctoral levels. Before applying for the PGIMER admissions the candidates should appear for the appropriate entrance examination which includes INI CET. 

  • Admissions at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research Chandigarh are offered for B.Sc, B.Optom, BPT, MDS, M.Sc, MS, MD, DM, and M.Ch courses.
  • PGIMER Chandigarh admissions 2026 is based on the scores of INI CET entrance exam and the counselling process.
  • INI CET 2026 counselling round 2 will be conducted on January 09, 2026.
  • Students who have completed bachelors degree with qualifying marks from a recognised university can apply for the PGIMER Chandigarh PG admissions 2026.
  • As per Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research Chandigarh INI CET seat matrix 2026, 130 seats are available.
  • The INI CET application fee for PGIMER admissions is Rs 4,000 for general OBC candidates and Rs 3,200 for SC/ST/EWS candidates.

The institute entrance test determines who gets selected for the B.Sc. Nursing and Post Basic B.Sc Nursing programmes at PGIMER Chandigarh. Candidates must take the INI CET to get PGIMER admissions to the MD and MS programmes. PGIMER admission to M.Ch and DM programmes is based on INI CET scores. 

To get admission to the PGIMER MDS course, applicants must receive a passing score on an entrance exam held by the Institute, under the PGIMER admission requirements. To complete the PGIMER admission process the candidate should submit the required documents along with the payment of the course fee. 

How to Get Admission at PGIMER Chandigarh?

  • Visit the official website of the PGI Chandigarh and click on admissions to fill out the application form.

  • Submit academic details, upload documents as per the specified format and pay the application fee.

  • Take a preview of the form and then submit it.

  • Keep a physical copy of the application form for future reference.

Important Dates for PGIMER Admissions 2026

The steps involve in PGIMER admission process comprise of steps like registration, choice filling, seat allotment, online acceptance of seats, document verification. The details of PGIMER admission dates is mentioned below.

PGIMER Admission Dates for INI CET 2026

EventsDates

INI CET 2026 registration dates

September 30 to October 21, 2025

Status of registration and last date of correction of rejected Images

October 24 to 26, 2025

Final status of online registration

November 1, 2025

Uploading of valid certificates

September 30 to October 21, 2025

Release of admit card for INI CET exam 

November 1, 2025

Date of INI CET 2026 exam

November 9, 2025

INI CET result date

November 15, 2025

PGIMER Chandigarh Login Details

Candidates must visit the official website of the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research Chandigarh to register as students. For PGI Chandigarh login, candidates must use their username and password to access details. Candidates can access academic and personal information using the PGIMER student portal.

PGIMER Admissions 2026 for UG Courses

The B.Sc courses at PGIMER Chandigarh are offered in disciplines like Medical Technology X-Ray, Medical Technology Radiotherapy, Medical Lab Technology, Perfusion Technology, Nursing, and Audiology and Speech Therapy.

PGI Chandigarh Admission Eligibility Criteria and Seat Intake for UG Courses

CourseSeat IntakeEligibility Criteria

B.Sc

62

Class 10+2

BPT

Class 10+2 (PCB and E)

B.Optom
10+2 or equivalent in Science stream 

PGIMER Admission Process for UG Courses

  • Candidates should meet the eligibility criteria. 

  • Eligible candidates can apply for PGIMER admissions. 

  • Qualified candidates should attend the counselling session.

  • The candidates will be shortlisted for PGIMER admissions based on the scores obtained in the qualifying examination.

  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the registered mobile number/email ID.

  • The final selected candidate should submit the required documents along with payment of the PGIMER admission fee to complete the admission process.

Also See: PGIMER Chandigarh Placements

PGIMER Admissions 2026 for PG Courses

The MD and MS programmes offered by PGI Chandigarh are in multiple disciplines, namely Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Anaesthesia, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, and more.

PGIMER Admission Eligibility Criteria and Seat Intake for PG Courses

CourseSeat Intake Eligibility Criteria

MDS

Should have a BDS degree

M.Sc

31

55% in B.Sc or B.Sc. Medical Technology degree

MS Orthopaedics

17



Should have passed MBBS

MS General Surgery

55

MD

208

PGIMER Admission Process for PG Courses

  • Take the INI CET, get a passing grade and meet the INI CET cutoff standards.

  • Candidates must register and take part in INI CET counselling if they meet the eligibility requirements for the cutoff score.

  • Enter college preferences in the appropriate order.

  • Candidates will be shortlisted for PGIMER admissions based on INI CET results, selections made, and categories.

  • Visit the campus of PGIMER Chandigarh once you have been assigned.

  • Candidates should submit the necessary documents along with payment of the PGIMER admission fee to complete the admission process. 

Also See:  PGIMER Chandigarh Courses

PGIMER Admissions 2026 for Doctoral Courses

The DM and M.Ch courses in PGI Chandigarh are offered in disciplines like Plastic Surgery, Nephrology, Urology, Neurosurgery, Paediatric Surgery, Cardiology, and others.

PGIMER Admission Criteria and Seat Intake for PG Courses

CourseSeat IntakeEligibility Criteria

DM

46


MD/MS degree

M.Ch

52

PGIMER Admission Process for Doctoral Courses

  • Candidates must take the INI CET and acquire a passing score.

  • Admissions are offered to candidates who meet the PGIMER INI CET cutoff.

  • Participate in INI CET counselling by registering.

  • Fill out the college selection form and pick PGIMER Chandigarh as your top preference.

  • Candidates are assigned colleges depending on their INI CET score, category, and choices made.

  • Visit the campus of PGIMER Chandigarh after admission is granted.

  • To complete the PGIMER admission procedure, the candidate should submit the documents and payment of course fees is the final step.

PGIMER Counselling

Candidates are required to use the INICET registration portal to attend the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research Chandigarh for all India basis level. In the PGIMER counselling process, candidates are required to list the desired courses and colleges based on their preferences.

PGIMER Results

Candidates must visit the official website of the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research Chandigarh to check PGIMER results. The results are uploaded in a PDF format with names and ranks. To check results and other details, candidates must log in to the  PGIMER student portal using their username and password.

Required Documents for PGIMER Admissions 2026

  • Mark sheet of Class X/XII 

  • Pass Certificate of Class X/XII 

  • Proof of age/date of birth (10th standard certificate/birth certificate) 

  • Migration certificate 

  • Character certificate from HOI 

  • Caste certificate

  • PwD certificate

  • Passport-size photograph 

  • Graduation certificate

  • Entrance Test scorecard

  • Medical Fitness Certificate

The student pursuing the postgraduate and postdoctoral courses at PGIMER Chandigarh is required to write a thesis/dissertation on a particular subject.

PGIMER Chandigarh Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What are the reservation criteria for different categories in the PGIMER?

The reservation criteria for different categories in the PGIMER is as follows: For OBC (27%), SC/ST (22.5%), Rural Area (5%) and PwD (5%).

2: What is the minimum eligibility criteria of MD programme at PGIMER Chandigarh?

The minimum eligibility criteria of MD programme at PGIMER Chandigarh is that the candidates must have passed MBBS from a University/Institute recognised by the Medical Council of India (MCI).

3: What is the accepted entrance exam for DM courses at PGIMER Chandigarh?

Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test or INI CET is the accepted entrance exam for DM courses at PGIMER Chandigarh. The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi conducts the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test or INI CET exam for admission to Doctor of Medicine (MD), Master of Surgery (MS), Master of Dental Surgery (MDS), Doctorate of Medicine (DM), Master of Chirurgiae (MCh). The INI CET exam is conducted twice a year for January and July sessions.

4: What is the application fee for PGIMER Chandigarh admission?

As PGIMER Chandigarh admission to most of the courses, including MD/MS/DM/MCh and MDS are conducted through INI CET. However, the INICET application fee for all the courses under the General category is Rs. 2,000 (Rs. 1,500 for SC/ST candidates).

5: How can I prepare for PGIMER exam?

The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) conducts the PGIMER entrance exam to select candidates for admission to postgraduate programmes in medical science such as the DM/MCH, Research Fellowship, and Medical diploma. This exam is conducted by PGIMER Chandigarh in Online CBT Mode. All questions are of the MCQ type and the duration of the PGIMER exam is three hours. There is a provision for negative marking in the exam. During preparation, you can try to finish the minor subjects which include Forensic, Radiology, Anaesthesia, Psychiatry, Skin, and Orthopaedics. The major subjects are Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Surgery, Pathology, and Biochemistry and Immunology. However, the intermediate subjects include Physiology, Paediatrics, Anatomy, ENT, Microbiology, Ophthalmology, Pharmacology and PSM. You can try to complete the previous year papers which will make you become more familiar with the question format and get a sense of the difficulty of questions asked in the PGIMER exam.

6: How can I apply for PGIMER Chandigarh admission?

Candidates who are seeking to apply for admission to any of the courses offered by PGIMER Chandigarh can register online for INI CET on the official website of AIIMS and pay the application fee.

7: How many PG seats are there in Chandigarh PGI?

The seat intake of PGIMER Chandigarh depends on the course one chooses. As per the Careers360 website, seat intake for MD is 208 and for MS it is 95. Candidates can check the complete list of courses and respective seat intake by visiting the official website of the institute (https://pgimer.edu.in/PGIMER_PORTAL/PGIMERPORTAL/home.jsp).

8: What is the eligibility criteria for PGIMER Chandigarh B.Sc. Nursing programme?

The eligibility criteria for B.Sc. Nursing course is 12th standard from science stream with at least 50% marks. Furthermore, candidates' ages must be more than 17 years and less than 25 years.

9: Who is the conducting body of INI CET?

INI CET is conducted by All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi.

10: Which entrance exam scores are accepted by the university for M.D. admission?

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research Chandigarh accepts INI CET scores for admission to M.D. courses.

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Here’s a breakdown of the fees for MBBS and BDS courses, along with the NEET 2023 cut-off scores for various categories:

MBBS Course Fees:

  • Government Medical Colleges :

    • The fees typically range from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per annum, depending on the state and institution.

  • Private Medical

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But, if you have passed your M.Sc. from a government institute, chances are pretty low.

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Post graduate Institute of Medical Education Research conducts its own entrance examination for providing admission in Master of Science Medical biotechnology courses. The pattern of the entrance examination is mentioned below:

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