Medicine, Dental, Health Care and Nursing

PGIMER

Name: PGIMER
Location: Various Centers

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research

Conducted by Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh.

Medicine, Dental, Health Care and Nursing Entrance Exam

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have an MBBS degree or equivalent qualification recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI)/National Medical Commission (NMC).
Registration: Must be registered with the Medical Council of India or a State Medical Council.
Age Limit: Usually, no age limit but must check the latest notification for specific relaxations.
Nationality: Indian nationals, Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and Foreign nationals are eligible, subject to certain criteria.

Mode of Exam: Online computer-based test (CBT).
Number of Questions: Generally 250 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer, -1 mark for each wrong answer, no negative marking for unattempted questions in some years (confirm via latest notification).
Subjects Covered: Broad subjects covering the respective medical fields relevant to the course applied for; topics include Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Social & Preventive Medicine, Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, and specialty subjects as applicable.
Exam Frequency and Notification: Usually conducted twice a year (January and July sessions). Official notification is typically released 4-6 weeks prior to the exam date, commonly in November-December for January session and May-June for July session.

Pre-Clinical Subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry.
Para-Clinical Subjects: Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Social & Preventive Medicine.
Clinical Subjects: General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, ENT, Ophthalmology.
Specialty Subjects: Varies depending on the course chosen such as MD/MS specialties (e.g., Dermatology, Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Radiology, Orthopedics, etc.) and super-specialty branches.
The syllabus is aligned with the undergraduate MBBS syllabus prescribed by the National Medical Commission and PGIMER guidelines.

Visit the official website pgimer.edu.in.
Navigate to the Admissions/Entrance Exam section.
Read the detailed notification and eligibility criteria carefully.
Register by creating a login ID with a valid email and mobile number.
Fill out the online application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
Upload required documents and photograph/signature as per specifications.
Pay the application fee via online modes (credit/debit card, net banking) or offline as prescribed.
Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for records.

Results are announced on the official PGIMER website under the 'Results' section.
Candidates can download scorecards by logging into their respective portals.
Cut-off marks vary by course and category and are released along with result notifications.

Understand the syllabus thoroughly and focus on core subjects.
Practice previous years' question papers and mock tests.
Refer to standard textbooks like Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Bailey & Love's Surgery, and Moran's Pharmacology.
Allocate regular study time and join coaching or online courses if necessary.
Stay updated with latest exam patterns and notifications from official sources.

Q: Can foreign nationals apply?
A: Yes, subject to fulfilling eligibility and visa norms.
Q: Is there any negative marking?
A: Typically yes, but always check the latest notification.
Q: How often is the exam conducted?
A: Usually twice a year.
Q: Where can I find previous year question papers?
A: On educational portals and coaching websites focusing on PG medical entrance exams.
Q: Is offline application process available?
A: Mostly online, but refer to official notifications for updates.