PGIMER Chandigarh Admissions 2023 (Open): Seat Intake, Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Course

Course Fee

Course Duration

B.Sc. Nursing (Post-Basic)

INR 550

2 Years

B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 

INR 535

4 Years

M.Sc Nursing

INR 2,050

2 Years

DM

INR 7,000 

3 Years

M.Ch.

INR 7,000

3 Years

Course

Eligibility Criteria

Selection criteria

Seat Intake

Age Limit

B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 

• The candidate must have successfully completed the 10+2 Examination with a combination of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, or possess an equivalent qualification. 
• The minimum required aggregate score for eligibility is 50%.

• PGIMER Entrance Exams
• Personal Interview

• Total: 93
• Gen: 47
• SC: 14
• ST: 7
• OBC: 25
• PWD: 3

The students must not be more than 17 years of age.

B.Sc. Nursing (Post-Basic)

• The applicant should have completed their 10+2 or an equivalent examination. Furthermore, they must have successfully passed the General Nursing and Midwifery course with a minimum aggregate score of 50%.
• The individual should hold qualifications as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife, acquired from a recognized Institute, and be duly registered with the respective State Nursing Council, as approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC).
• Alternatively, in the case of male candidates who are fully qualified to provide nursing care for men, women, and children, substitute registration should be obtained as applicable.

• PGIMER Entrance Exams
• Personal Interview

• Total: 62
• Gen: 22
• SC: 7
• ST: 4
• OBC: 14
• For PGI Staff: 15
• PWD:2

The candidate must not be more than 45 years of age. 

Course

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

Seat Intake

M.Sc Nursing

• The candidate must have completed a B.Sc. Nursing or Post-Basic program from an institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council and PGIMER, Chandigarh. 
• The applicant must have achieved a minimum aggregate score of 55% marks in the above-mentioned qualification.
• The candidate is required to possess a minimum of one year of work experience in bedside nursing after being registered as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife. 
• This work experience should be gained in a hospital with a minimum of 100 beds (applicable to private hospitals only) or in Nursing Educational Institutions recognized by the Indian Nursing Council. 

• PGIMER Entrance Exams
• Personal Interview

• Total: 31
• Gen: 12
• SC: 4
• ST: 2
• OBC: 7
• For PGI Staff: 6
• PWD:1

Course

Specializations

Course Duration

Eligibility Criteria

Paramedical Courses

Bachelors of Physiotherapy (B.Ph.T)

4 Years + 6 months internship

The candidate should have successfully completed the Higher Secondary (10+2) by any Indian University with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany & Zoology), as well as Mathematics. 

OR

Candidates who have pursued their education abroad and have obtained qualifications from the Association of Indian Universities. Additionally, they must have passed the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English up to the 12th Standard level.

Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science

3.5 years + 6 months internship

The applicant is required to have successfully completed the 10+2 with Biology as a subject or pursued a Vocational course in Medical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Technology (MLS/MLT). The minimum aggregate percentage of marks required for eligibility is 50%.

OR

Possession of a three-year Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized Board/University.

B.Sc. Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology

3 years + 12-month internship

Successful completion of 10+2 with the Science Group recognized by any Indian University with passing marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

OR

Candidates who have successfully cleared the Senior Secondary School Examination of National Open School with a minimum of five subjects are eligible if they have studied any of the following group subjects:

a. English, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology

b. English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and any other language.

B.Sc. (Radiotherapy Technology)

3 years + 6 months internship

Candidates seeking admission should have successfully completed the 12th Class examination from CBSE with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks in Science subjects.

B.Sc. Medical Technology (Operation Theatre)

3 years + 12 Month internship

Candidates must have completed the Higher Secondary (10+2) recognized by any Indian University or a duly constituted board. To be eligible, candidates must have obtained pass marks (minimum 50%) in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics.

 OR

Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology after successful completion of their 12th Class/10+2 education from CBSE or any equivalent recognized board.

B.Sc. Medical Technology (Dialysis Therapy Technology

3 years + 12- Month internship

1. Passed 10+2 with a science stream from a recognized board.

2. Completed a Diploma in Dialysis Therapy Technology.

In either case, candidates must have obtained a minimum aggregate of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology (PCM/B).

Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom)

3 years + 12-Month internship

Applicants must have completed Higher Secondary (10+2) or an equivalent examination recognized by any Indian University or a duly constituted Board. They are required to obtain a minimum of 60% pass marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics.

Bachelor of Public Health (BPH)

3 years + 12- Month internship

Applicants must possess a 10+2 or equivalent certificate from a recognized Board/University. 

OR

Candidates should have successfully completed the Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) / Male Health Worker / Female Health Worker / Multipurpose Health Worker / Lady Health Visitor/ Health Inspector/ Sanitary Inspector / Food Inspector/ Drug Inspector/ Laboratory Technicians course or any other equivalent course.

Course

Specialization

Eligibility criteria

Paramedical Course

Biochemistry

Candidates should possess a B.Sc. or B.Sc. (Hons.) or B.Sc. (Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry taken together) degree from a recognized University or Institute with a minimum of 55% marks for general category candidates and 50% for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes/Tribes/OBC.

Medical Biotechnology

Candidates must hold a B.Sc. degree with 55% marks in any subject of Life/Biological Sciences for General category candidates and 50% marks for candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC category. Alternatively, candidates with an MBBS degree from a recognized University/Institute are also eligible to apply.

Pharmacology

Candidates must possess an MBBS degree or its equivalent qualification from a University/Institute recognized by the Medical Council of India. Alternatively, candidates who have passed B.Sc (Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry taken together) or B.V.Sc. or B.Pharma from a recognized University is also eligible to apply.

Respiratory Care

Candidates should hold a B.Sc. degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, B.Sc. in Nursing, B.Sc. Medical, or Bachelor of Physiotherapy from any recognized University within India. Alternatively, candidates with an equivalent degree from any other recognized University/Institute are also eligible to apply, provided they have obtained a minimum of 55% marks in their respective degrees.

Anatomy

The candidate should possess one of the following qualifications and must have obtained a minimum of 55% marks (50% marks for SC/ST/OBC candidates) in the aggregate in the qualifying examination:

a) MBBS/BDS

b) B.V.Sc

c) B.Sc with Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry

d) B.Sc. Nursing

e) Bachelor of Physical Therapy

           OR

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Physical Anthropology, Zoology, or Human Biology with a minimum of 50% marks for the General category and 45% marks for SC/ST/OBC category candidates.

Course

Specializations

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

MD

1. Anaesthesia
2. Biochemistry
3. Community Medicine
4. Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology
5. Medicine
6. Microbiology
7. Nuclear Medicine
8. Obstetrics and Gynaecology
9. Paediatrics
10. Psychiatry
11. Radio-diagnosis
12. Pathology
13. Pharmacology
14. Radiotherapy
15. Transfusion Medicine
16. Forensic Medicine

The students must hold an MBBS degree from a college recognized by the Medical Council of India.

INI-CET

MD(Hospital Administration)

The applicant is required to hold an MBBS degree from a University/Institute recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI). Additionally, the candidate must have a minimum of three years of experience in a hospital for a minimum of five years of experience in general practice. The application should be accompanied by a certificate issued by the District Magistrate as evidence of the claimed general practice.

Course

Eligibility Criteria

MPH 

The applicant should have obtained an MBBS/BDS/B.V. Sc/BE/MA/M. Sc degree on or before 30th June 2020, with a minimum aggregate score of 50%. However, candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC categories must have secured at least 45% marks from a University/Institute recognized by the Medical/Dental/Veterinary Council of India, the Institution of Engineers (India), and UGC/AICTE.

Course

Specializations

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

MS

1. Surgery
2. Orthopaedics
3. Otolaryngology
4. Ophthalmology

The Student must be awarded with an MBBS Degree or qualifications equivalent to an MD.

The selection is done on the basis of INI-CET

Course

Speacilisation

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

DM

Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Intensive Care 

The candidates must have MD degrees according to various specializations.

INI-CET

M.Ch.

Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Urology

The students must have an MS Degree according to various specializations.

Course

Speacilization

Eligibility Criteria

MDS

Orthodontics, Pedodontics, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

The students must have a BDS degree.