Vardhman Institute of Medical Sciences Nalanda Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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VIMS Pawapuri offers admission to MBBS, BSc Nursing, and MD/MS at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the fields of medicine and nursing. It also provides admission to students in diploma programs in various specializations. 

  • Admission to MBBS at VIMS Pawapuri is based on the score obtained in NEET UG.
  • The institute annually offers admission for 120 seats for the MBBS program.
  • Candidates must have completed 10+2 with 50% aggregate marks in PCB to seek admission to MBBS.
  • For admission to BSc Nursing, an individual needs to clear the BCECE BSc Nursing examination.
  • Admission to MD/MD at VIMS Pawapuri is based on the score obtained in NEET PG.
  • Students seeking admission to MD/MS must have completed their MBBS degree from a recognized university.
  • Candidates clearing NEET UG and NEET PG must undergo state-level counselling conducted by BCECEB.
  • MCC will soon release the counselling dates for admission to 15% of all India quota seats and 85% of state quota seats.
  • Admission to the diploma program is completely based on merit.

Candidates allotted seats for MBBS and MD/MS through the counselling conducted by BCECEB must submit their documents at the admission office of VIMS Pawapuri.


VIMS Pawapuri Admission 2026 Highlights

The important highlights about VIMS Pawapuri Admission 2024 are as follows:

VIMS Pawapuri Highlights
Institute Name  Vardhman Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS)
Institution Type Government
Approved by MCI
Courses Offered MBBS, BSc Nursing, MD/MS and Diploma in Paramedical
Application Mode Online
Selection Criteria Merit-based and Entrance-based
Entrance Exams NEET UG and NEET PG
Counselling Yes

VIMS Pawapuri Important Dates

Some Important Admission Dates are

NEET UG Exam Dates 2026

Events Date
NEET 2026 Admit Card Date (Re Exam) Jun 14, 2026
NEET 2026 Exam Date (Re Exam) Jun 21, 2026
NEET 2026 Result Date Jul 10, 2026
NEET 2026 Registration Date Feb 08 - Mar 11, 2026
NEET 2026 Exam Date (Cancelled) May 03, 2026

NEET PG Exam Dates 2026

Events Date
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date Aug 30, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result Date Sep 03, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Registration Date Apr 16 - May 07, 2026

VIMS Pawapuri MBBS Admission 2026

VIMS Pawapuri offers MBBS at the undergraduate level for a duration of 5 years. The institute offers 120 seats for MBBS, which are filled based on the score obtained in NEET UG. Bihar NEET UG Counselling will offer admission to 85% of State Quota Seats, while admission to 15% of AIQ seats will be based on counselling conducted by MCC. 

VIMS Pawapuri MBBS Admission 2026
Duration 5 years
Seat Intake 120 Seats
Course Fee INR 41800
Eligibility Criteria Completed 10+2 with 50% marks aggregate in PCB and English from a recognized board.
Selection Process Score in NEET UG + NEET State level Counselling 

VIMS Pawapuri MBBS Eligibility Criteria 2026

The eligibility criteria for VIMS Pawapuri MBBS Admission are as follows:

  • Candidates must have obtained 50% marks in HSC (10+2) in PCB with English as a compulsory subject.
  • Individuals must be 17 years of age at the time of admission.

VIMS Pawapuri MBBS Selection Criteria 2026

The selection criteria for MBBS Admission are as follows:

  • Candidates will be shortlisted based on their merit in NEET UG.
  • Shortlisted candidates must appear for Bihar state level counseling to seek admission on 85% of state quota seats.
  • Admission to the 15% All India quota seat is offered by counselling conducted by MCC.

VIMS Pawapuri MBBS Cutoff 

Here is the breakdown of NEET UG category-wise cutoff rank for the year 2023 for different rounds:  

Round General  OBC SC ST
Round 1 8081 9556 41877 Seats Filled
Round 2 10505 12028 Seats Filled Seats Filled
Mop-Up Round 12993 12993 Seats Filled 122641
Stray Vacancy Round 20592 Seats Filled Seats Filled Seats Filled


VIMS Pawapuri MD/MS Admission 2026

Admission to MD/MS at VIMS Pawapuri is based on the scores obtained in NEET PG. All India Quota seats are filled via MCC, whereas PGMAC (Post Graduate Medical Admission Counselling) conducts counseling for admissions through State Quota seats. The details about VIMS Pawapuri MD/MS Admission 2024 are as follows: 

VIMS Pawapuri MD/MS Admission 2026
Duration 3 years
Eligibility Criteria Completed MBBS degree from a recognized university with an aggregate of 55% marks. 
Selection Process Score in NEET PG + NEET State level Counselling 

VIMS Pawapuri MD/MS Eligibility Criteria 2026

For admission to MD/MS at VIMS Pawapuri general category, candidates need 55% marks in MBBS + 1 year of compulsory rotatory internship. Reserved category candidates need 45% marks in MBBS along with one year of compulsory rotatory internship.

VIMS Pawapuri MD/MS Selection Criteria 2026

VIMS Pawapuri only accepts NEET PG scores for admission to the MD/MS program. After the declaration of NEET PG results, candidates need to register on MCC's or BCECE's website, depending on the quota they are availing of. In PG courses, 50% of seats are reserved for All India Quota seats, whereas the remaining 50% of seats are reserved for State Quota seats counseling brochure 2024. 


VIMS Pawapuri Nursing Admission 2026

Candidates must register and appear for the BCECE BSc Nursing examination for admission to BSc Nursing at VIMS Pawapuri. The duration of the course is four years. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with 45% marks aggregate in PCB and English from a recognized board to be eligible for admission to BSc Nursing. The important highlights about VIMS Pawapuri BSc Nursing Admission are as follows:

Course  Course Details  Eligibility Criteria 
BSc Nursing Duration: 4 Years  Completed 10+2 with 45% marks aggregate in PCB and English from a recognized board.

VIMS Pawapuri Nursing Eligibility Criteria 2026

The eligibility criteria for VIMS Pawapuri BSc Nursing Admission are as follows:

  • Candidates must have secured 45% marks in PCBE in 10+2 from a recognized board under AISSCE / CBSE / ICSE / SSCE / HSCE
  • Students from Open School are also eligible with 45% marks in PCBE in 10+2

VIMS Pawapuri BSc Nursing Selection Criteria 2026

Candidates are selected based on score/merit in BCECE BSc Nursing examination, followed by counselling. 

VIMS Pawapuri Nursing Exam Pattern 

The table below provides the exam pattern for admission to B.Sc Nursing at VIMS Pawapuri

Section

Subject

Type & Medium 

Marks

A

Biology

MCQ (English or Hindi)

25

B

Physics

MCQ (English or Hindi)

25

C

Chemistry

MCQ (English or Hindi)

25

D

Aptitude Test

MCQ (English or Hindi)

25


VIMS Pawapuri Diploma Admission 2026

VIMS Pawapuri offers admission to diploma programs such as DMLT based on the merit list of the last qualifying examination. The specializations offered in the diploma course include a Diploma in Operating Theatre Technician, a Diploma in OPTH and a Diploma in Medical Lab Technology. The key highlights of VIMS Pawapuri Diploma Admission 2024 are as follows:

VIMS Pawapuri Diploma Admission 2026 Highlights
Course Name Diploma
Course Duration 2 Years
Course Type Full time
Eligibility Criteria Completed 10+2 in PCB with 50% aggregate marks
Selection Criteria Merit Based
Application Accepted Online

VIMS Pawapuri Diploma Eligibility Criteria 2026

The eligibility criteria for the diploma course involve completion of 10+2 in PCB with 50% aggregate marks. 

VIMS Pawapuri Diploma Selection Criteria 2026

Admission to the diploma program at VIMS Pawapuri is based on the merit list of the last qualifying examination. 


VIMS Pawapuri Application Process 2026

VIMS Pawapuri Admission is offered for MBBS, BSc Nursing, MD/MS and Diploma in Paramedical to eligible candidates based on merit in their respective entrance examinations such as NEET and BCECE BSc Nursing. Admission to the diploma program is based on merit in the last qualifying examination. Counseling is conducted based on scores obtained in NEET UG. MCC conducts counseling for admission through All India Seats. BCECEB conducts counseling for State Quota seats. There will be a total of 4 rounds- Round 1, Round 2, Mop Up round, and Stray Vacancy round.

The details about the entrance exams accepted by the institute are as follows:

Courses Selection Criteria
MBBS Score in NEET UG
BSc Nursing Score in BCECE
MD/MS Score in NEET PG
DMLT Merit Based
Diploma in Operating Theatre Technician Merit Based
Diploma in OPTH  Merit Based

Once the results are declared, candidates must register, fill out, and lock out their preferred colleges. The steps to apply for counselling for admission to VIMS Pawapuri Admission 2024 are as follows:

  • Go to the official website of the BCECEB (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.) to register for the counselling.
  • Fill in the necessary educational and personal details for registration, thus creating a user ID and password. 
  • Click on ‘Candidate Login’ to complete the application process and pay the counseling fee.
  • Next, select the desired college based on the NEET /BCECE BSc Nursing score. 
  • For future reference, take the locked choices printout during the counseling process. 
  • The seat allotment list will be released after each round of counseling.
  • Report at the institute premises after allotment of institute during the counselling.

VIMS Pawapuri Admission 2026 FAQs

Ques. What are the courses offered at the UG and PG level at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. VIMS Pawapuri offers two courses at the undergraduate level, namely MBBS and B.Sc Nursing, for a duration of five and four years, respectively. The institute offers MD and MS at the postgraduate level for a duration of three years.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for admission to the MBBS course at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. Candidates need to have 50% marks in PCBE in 10+2. Reserved category candidates need to have 45% marks in PCBE in 10+2. They also need to be 17 years of age to give NEET UG.

Ques. What are the documents required during MBBS counseling at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. The following are the documents required at the time of counseling at VIMS Pawapuri for the MBBS course: 

  • NEET UG Admit & Score Card
  • NEET Allotment Order
  • 10th & 12th Marksheet
  • Migration Certificate
  • Physical Fitness Certificate
  • ID & Photograph
  • Caste & PwD Certificate (If applicable)

Ques.What is the eligibility for admission to B.Sc Nursing at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. Candidates need 45% marks in PCBE in 10+2 to attempt B.Sc Nursing at VIMS Pawapuri. Open School candidates are also eligible for admission to B.Sc Nursing program at VIMS Pawapuri, they need 45% marks in PCBE in 10+2.

Ques. What are the documents required at MD/MS counseling at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. The following are the documents required at the time of counseling at VIMS Pawapuri for MD/MS course:

  • NEET PG Admit & Score Card
  • NEET Allotment Order
  • MBBS mark sheet of every year
  • Internship Completion Certificate
  • MBBS Provisional/Permanent Degree
  • Caste & PwD Certificate (If applicable)
  • 10th & 12th Marksheets
  • ID & Photographs
  • State Medical Council Registration Certificate

Ques. What was the previous year general category cutoff rank admitted to MBBS course at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. NEET UG 2024 cutoff for admission at VIMS Pawapuri will be released once the NEET UG Result 2024 is declared. The previous year's general category cutoff rank for admission to the MBBS course at VIMS Pawapuri was 8081 in round 1, 10505 in round 2, 12993 in round 3 and 20592 in round 4.

Ques. What is the MD/MS counseling process at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. NEET PG scores will be accepted for admission to the MD/MS program. After the declaration of results, candidates need to register on the MCC or PGMAC website depending on the quota they are availing. After successful registration, they need to fill and lock out their preferred colleges and pay a one-time counseling fee as prescribed in the MCC or PGMAC brochure 2024.

Ques. How many rounds of counseling are there for admission to MBBS at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. There are a total of 4 rounds for allocation of seats and selection of seats through All India Quota or State Quota seats. These are Round 1, Round 2, Mop Up round, Stray Vacancy round. 

Ques. What are the MD/MS Eligibility criteria for admission at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. For admission into MD/MS program at VIMS Pawapuri candidates need to fulfill the following eligibility criteria: 

  • Candidates must obtain 55% marks in MBBS + 1 year of compulsory rotatory internship.
  • Reserved category candidates need 45% marks in MBBS + 1 year of rotatory internship

Ques. What is the expected OBC category cutoff rank for admission to MBBS at VIMS Pawapuri?

Ans. In 2023 the OBC category cutoff rank admitted to the MBBS program at VIMS Pawapuri was 9556 in round 1.The previous year's OBC category cutoff rank for admission to the MBBS course at VIMS Pawapuri was 12028 in round 2 and 12993 in round 3.

Vardhman Institute of Medical Sciences Nalanda Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
NEET Result Release Date
Tentative
Jun 14, 2026
Admission Timeline [MBBS]
Tentative
Aug 12, 2026 - Aug 20, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
NEET Exam Date
May 03, 2026
NEET Admit Card Release Date
Apr 30, 2026
NEET Application Date
Feb 08, 2026 - Mar 08, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
NEET Result Release Date
Tentative
Jun 14, 2026
Admission Timeline [MBBS]
Tentative
Aug 12, 2026 - Aug 20, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
NEET Exam Date
May 03, 2026
NEET Admit Card Release Date
Apr 30, 2026
NEET Application Date
Feb 08, 2026 - Mar 08, 2026

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