PGIMER Chandigarh

Highlights

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Full name: Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)
Location: Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012
Established: 1962
Status: Institute of National Importance by an Act of Parliament (Act 51 of 1966), effective 1 April 1967
Focus: Postgraduate and super-speciality medical education. PGIMER does not run MBBS.

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MD / MS / MDS: Through INI-CET, an all-India merit exam conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi, which also runs the counselling for all Institutes of National Importance
DM / MCh: Through INI-SS, the super-speciality entrance for Institutes of National Importance
Sessions: Admissions are held twice a year, for sessions starting 1 January and 1 July.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

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Tuition fee: ₹250 a year for MD/MS (as per the July 2024 prospectus)
Stipend: Junior Residents, other than sponsored candidates, get Government of India pay: basic ₹56,100 (Level 10, 7th CPC) plus allowances.

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Q: Does PGIMER Chandigarh offer MBBS?
No. PGIMER is a postgraduate institute.

Q: Which exam is needed for MD/MS at PGIMER?
INI-CET, conducted by AIIMS New Delhi.

Q: How often are PG admissions held?
Twice a year, for the January and July sessions.

Q: What is the MD/MS tuition fee?
₹250 a year as per the July 2024 prospectus. Residents also receive a stipend.