HIHT UNIVERSITY - PGMEE

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have an MBBS degree from a recognized university or institution.
  • Must be registered with the Medical Council of India or State Medical Council.
  • Completion of one year of compulsory internship is mandatory before admission.
• Age Limit: Typically, the age limit is 35 years for general category candidates. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
• Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) as per the institute's norms.

Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen and Paper Based Test)
• Number of Questions: Generally around 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
• Marking Scheme:
  • Each question carries 1 mark.
  • No negative marking for incorrect answers.
• Subjects Covered:
  • Pre-clinical subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
  • Para-clinical subjects: Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine
  • Clinical subjects: General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Community Medicine, Psychiatry, Dermatology
• Exam Frequency: Conducted once a year, usually in the month of May or June.
• Notification Release: Official notification is typically released in March or April each year.

Syllabus

The syllabus for the Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust University - Post Graduate Medical Entrance Examination covers comprehensive topics from the MBBS curriculum mainly focused on the following subjects:

• Anatomy: Gross Anatomy, Histology, Embryology, Neuroanatomy
• Physiology: Blood, Muscle, Gastrointestinal, Cardiovascular system, Respiratory system, Renal physiology, Endocrinology, Neurophysiology
• Biochemistry: Enzymes, Metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, Molecular biology, Nutrition
• Pathology: General pathology, Systemic pathology, Hematology
• Microbiology: Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology, Immunology
• Pharmacology: General pharmacology, Systemic pharmacology, Chemotherapy
• Forensic Medicine & Toxicology: Legal medicine, Medicolegal aspects, Toxicology basics
• General Medicine: Infectious diseases, Cardiovascular system, Respiratory system, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Hematology
• General Surgery: Surgical techniques, Trauma, Oncology, Transplantation, Anesthesia basics
• Obstetrics & Gynecology: Antenatal care, Labor, Puerperium, Gynecological disorders
• Pediatrics: Neonatology, Immunization, Common pediatric illnesses
• Orthopedics: Bone and joint disorders, Trauma management
• Ophthalmology & ENT: Diseases of eye, ear, nose, throat
• Community Medicine: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health programs
• Psychiatry & Dermatology: Common psychiatric disorders, Skin diseases

Other Important Information

Application Process

1. Visit the official website of Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust: https://hihtindia.org/
2. Look for the Post Graduate Medical Entrance Test notification under the admissions section.
3. Download the information brochure and read all instructions carefully.
4. Register online by providing necessary details and creating a login account.
5. Fill the application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
6. Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, MBBS certificate, internship completion certificate.
7. Pay the application fee online through the provided payment gateway.
8. Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

Courses Offered

• MD (Doctor of Medicine) in various specialties
• MS (Master of Surgery) in various surgical disciplines
• Diploma courses in post graduate medical fields

Facts about the Entrance Exam

• Strictly for admission to Post Graduate medical courses at HIHT University.
• Helps select meritorious candidates for specialized medical training.
• Known for its comprehensive syllabus aligned with the MBBS curriculum.

Admit Card

The admit card is usually available on the official website a few weeks before the exam date. Candidates must:

• Login to their registered account on the HIHT website.
• Download and print the admit card.
• Carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam center.
• Check all details on the admit card for correctness.

Results & Cut-Offs

• Results are declared on the official HIHT website under the results section.
• Qualified candidates are shortlisted based on merit and cut-off marks set by the university.
• Category-wise cut-offs may be applied as per reservation policies.
• Selection for counselling and admission is done based on the merit list.

Preparation Tips

• Understand and thoroughly revise MBBS subjects mentioned in the syllabus.
• Practice previous years' question papers and sample tests.
• Use standard post graduate medical entrance exam books such as:
• "Review of Pathology and Genetics" by Gobind Rai Garg
• "Self Assessment & Review of Pharmacology" by KD Tripathi
• "Review of Microbiology" by Olga Kemp
• "Ananthanarayan and Paniker's Textbook of Microbiology"
• Notes from reputed coaching institutes for PG medical entrance exams.
• Utilize online resources, video lectures, and mock tests for better preparation.
• Maintain a study schedule and stay consistent.

FAQs

• Q: When is the HIHT PG medical entrance exam conducted?

  A: Usually, it is conducted once a year in May or June.

• Q: Is there any negative marking in the exam?

  A: No, there is no negative marking for wrong answers.

• Q: Can OCI candidates apply for the exam?

  A: Yes, Overseas Citizens of India are generally eligible to apply, subject to norms.

• Q: How can I download the admit card?

  A: Admit card can be downloaded from the official website by logging into your registration account.

• Q: What documents are needed for application?

  A: MBBS degree certificate, internship completion certificate, photo ID, recent photograph, and signature scan.