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

PGIMERChandigarh 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.

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

PGIMERChandigarh 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

PG residents (MD/MS, DM, M.Ch) at PGIMERChandigarh 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.

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

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.

How to apply for BSc Nursing at PGIMER Chandigarh 2026?

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.

Is PGIMERChandigarh BSc Nursing open to male candidates?

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.

Does PGIMERChandigarh have a management quota or NRI quota?

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.

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

The PGIMERChandigarh 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.

PGIMER Chandigarh M.Sc: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Jul 23, 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh MSc is a 2-year full-time postgraduate program offered in 9 specializations with 40 seats, plus MSc Medical Laboratory Technology in 12 sponsored disciplines. A separate MSc Nursing program with 31 seats is also offered. Admission is through PGIMER’s own entrance examination held annually. Total program fees range from INR 6,440 to INR 15,600 for the 2-year duration, reflecting the nominal fee structure of this central government institution.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins 24 July 2026.

Key Points

PGIMER MSc students work within one of Asia’s leading postgraduate medical institutions, with direct exposure to cutting-edge clinical and translational research.
Sponsored MSc MLT candidates require a minimum of 3 years of work experience in a relevant laboratory, making it a genuine upskilling pathway for working professionals.
MSc in Stem Cell and Translational Medicine is a rare postgraduate offering in India, preparing graduates for careers in regenerative medicine and cell therapy research.
The entrance exam is a computer-based MCQ test of 50 to 100 questions with negative marking, specific to each program’s subject area.

PGIMER MSc Fees 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh charges nominal tuition fees for all MSc programs as a central government autonomous institution. The following fees cover the complete 2-year duration of the program.

Program	Seats	Total Fees (2 Years)
MSc Biochemistry	8	INR 6,440
MSc Pharmacology	7	INR 6,440
MSc Medical Biophysics	6	INR 9,800
MSc Nuclear Medicine Technology	8	INR 15,600
MSc Stem Cell and Translational Medicine	4	INR 9,800
MSc Anatomy	2	INR 6,440
MSc Respiratory Care	2	INR 9,800
MSc Anaesthesia	1	INR 9,800
MSc MLT Transfusion Medicine	2	INR 13,140
MSc Nursing	31	INR 9,800

MSc MLT sponsored programs have separate eligibility and fee norms.
Hostel is billed separately by PGIMER.
Fees are subject to revision. Verify with official sources before admission.

PGIMER MSc Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date (July 2026 Session)
Application Window Opens	6 April 2026
Application Window Closes	5 May 2026
Entrance Examination	31 May 2026
Result Declaration	4 June 2026
MSc Nursing Counselling (2nd Round)	24 July 2026

Exam was held on 31 May 2026 for the July 2026 session.
MSc Nursing counselling runs separately from MSc Medical programs.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

BSc, BSc Nursing, BPharm, MBBS, BDS, BPT, or a Life Sciences UG degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST).
For MSc Nursing, candidates must hold a BSc Nursing or Post Basic BSc Nursing degree with 55% marks and at least 1 year of work experience with RN/RM registration.
Sponsored MSc MLT candidates must have 3 or more years of laboratory work experience in the relevant specialization.

Admission Process

Apply online through the PGIMER official portal (pgimer.edu.in) within the notified application window.
Appear for the computer-based entrance examination at PGIMER’s designated exam center in Chandigarh.
Merit list is published on the PGIMER portal after declaration of results.
Shortlisted candidates are called for in-person counselling and document verification at PGIMER Chandigarh.
Final admission is confirmed after successful verification of original documents and payment of fees.

PGIMER MSc vs Other Colleges

Here is how PGIMER MSc compares with similar institutions on fees, entrance exams, and career outcomes.

College	PGIMER Chandigarh	AIIMS New Delhi	JIPMER Puducherry	PGIMS Rohtak
Fees	6.4K to 15.6K	2.7K to 2.8K	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Exams	PGIMER Entrance Exam	AIIMS Entrance Exam	JIPMER Entrance Exam	UHSR Entrance Exam
Cutoff	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Salary	INR 10 to 12 LPA (Avg, 2025)	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
CD Rating	3.9/5	Not Rated	Not Rated	Not Rated

✓ Opt for this if

You want research training in a top medical science environment
Minimal fees and government-supported infrastructure are important to you
You are targeting a PhD or research career in biomedical sciences
You want to specialize in Nuclear Medicine Technology or Stem Cell research

✗ Skip if

You need broad industry placement support rather than academic pathways
You are not prepared for a highly competitive entrance exam
You need a program outside Chandigarh due to location constraints

PGIMER MSc Scholarships 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh MSc students can access government scholarship schemes and institutional support available for postgraduate science students at central institutions.

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility	Deadline
Chandigarh UT Government Scholarship	Varies	SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker students	August to October annually
National Scholarships Portal (Central)	Varies by scheme	Merit and income criteria apply	Check scholarships.gov.in for dates
DBT-Sponsored MSc MLT Seats	Stipend from sponsoring dept	Working lab professionals with 3 years experience	As per sponsoring institution

Regular MSc students do not receive a residential stipend from PGIMER.
Scholarship windows typically open from August to October each year.

PGIMER Chandigarh M.Sc Ranking

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#26 out of 517 (2026) #2nd Chandigarh	#3 out of 632 (2025) #1st Chandigarh
	#2 out of 50 (2025) #1st Chandigarh	#2 out of 50 (2024) #1st Chandigarh
	#3 out of 70 (2026)	#3 out of 70 (2025)

PGIMER MSc FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between MSc Medical Technology and regular MSc at PGIMER?

Ans. MSc Medical Laboratory Technology programs at PGIMER are primarily sponsored seats, meaning they are filled by candidates deputed from government hospitals or labs who have at least 3 years of relevant experience. Regular MSc programs like Biochemistry, Pharmacology, and Nuclear Medicine Technology are open to fresh graduates through the entrance examination. The MLT route is essentially an upskilling path for working professionals rather than a fresh postgraduate program.

Ques. Can I pursue a PhD at PGIMER after completing MSc there?

Ans. Yes, PGIMER is one of the strongest pathways to a PhD in biomedical sciences in India. After your MSc, you are eligible to appear for PGIMER’s PhD entrance exam, which runs twice a year for January and July sessions. Given that your MSc training happens on-campus within the same departments, you will already have a strong foundation in the research culture and faculty relationships, which significantly improves your PhD application prospects both at PGIMER and at AIIMS or other premier institutions.

Ques. What career options are available after MSc Nuclear Medicine Technology from PGIMER?

Ans. Nuclear Medicine Technology is a highly specialized and underserved field in India. Graduates from PGIMER typically find positions in government and private hospital nuclear medicine departments, cancer research centers, BARC, or AERB-affiliated facilities. A few go on to PhD programs in medical physics or nuclear medicine. The PGIMER credential carries significant weight in this field because the institute has one of the best-equipped nuclear medicine departments in the country, which means your practical training is among the best available.

Ques. How competitive is the PGIMER MSc entrance exam and how many students apply per seat?

Ans. The competition ratio varies significantly by program. Biochemistry and Pharmacology attract the highest number of applicants because they accept a broad range of science backgrounds, sometimes drawing 100 or more applicants per seat. Programs like Anatomy, Anaesthesia, and Respiratory Care have smaller applicant pools because the eligibility is more specific. Nuclear Medicine Technology and Stem Cell programs fall in between. The exam pattern is a 50 to 100 MCQ CBT with negative marking, so preparation needs to be deep and subject-specific rather than general.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation guaranteed for PGIMER MSc students?

Ans. Hostel accommodation at PGIMER is available for MSc students but is subject to availability and is allotted on a merit-cum-need basis. Since PGIMER is primarily a medical postgraduate institution, the hostel priority typically goes to MD/MS/MDS residents who are required to be available on-call. MSc students are encouraged to apply early after joining. Hostel charges are billed separately from tuition fees. Students from outside Chandigarh should plan for alternative accommodation as a backup in case hostel is not immediately available on joining.