Baba Farid University of Health Sciences

Overview

Official Name: Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS)
Common Short Names: BFUHS Faridkot
Type: State University (Health Sciences)
Year Established: 1998
Campus Location: Faridkot, Punjab, India
Approvals & Affiliations:
- Recognized by UGC
- Approved by National Medical Commission (NMC)
- Approved by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for Pharmacy courses
- NAAC Accreditation: Accredited with Grade B in 2022 (NAAC portal)
Official website: http://bfuhs.ac.in

Founder: Government of Punjab
Chancellor: Governor of Punjab (Ex-officio)
Vice Chancellor: Prof. Rajeev Bhanot (as of 2024)
Student Population: Approximately 10,000+ (undergraduate and postgraduate candidates)
Departments/Faculties: Over 30 departments including Medical, Dental, Pharmacy, Nursing, Paramedical Sciences
Contact Information:
- Phone: +91-1639-240200
- Email: registrar@bfuhs.ac.in
- Address: Sadiq Road, Faridkot, Punjab - 151203, India
NAAC Grade: B (2022)
Rankings: Not ranked in NIRF medical/university rankings—Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-10

Faculty of Medicine: MBBS (5.5 years including internship), MD/MS (3 years), Diploma courses, Ph.D.
Faculty of Dental Sciences: BDS (5 years), MDS (3 years)
Faculty of Pharmacy: B.Pharm (4 years), M.Pharm (2 years), Pharm.D (6 years), Ph.D.
Faculty of Nursing: B.Sc Nursing (4 years), M.Sc Nursing (2 years)
Faculty of Paramedical Sciences: Diploma and UG/PG degrees in Medical Lab Technology, Radiology, Physiotherapy
Mode: Regular (full-time) courses only; no distance or online modes listed officially
Intake: As per individual course norms aligned with NMC/PCI guidelines — typically MBBS ~150 seats, BDS ~60 seats

Admission Modes: National entrance exams, merit-based admission via counselling, state quota seats.
Accepted Entrance Exams: NEET-UG for MBBS/BDS, GPAT for M.Pharm, NEET-PG for postgraduate medical courses.
Important Dates:
- NEET-UG usually held in May; results by June-July; BFUHS counselling in July-August. Refer: BFUHS Admissions
Application Process:
1. Visit official portal: BFUHS Admission Portal
2. Register with valid email and NEET roll number
3. Fill application form online, upload required documents
4. Pay application fee online
5. Submit and print confirmation page for future reference
Offline applications are generally not accepted for professional courses.

MBBS/BDS:
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC)
- Qualified NEET-UG examination
Pharmacy (B.Pharm): 10+2 with PCB or PCM with minimum 45% marks
Postgraduate Medical: MBBS degree, internship completion, NEET-PG qualified
Documents Required:
- 10th and 12th mark sheets/certificates
- NEET score card
- Residence/Domicile certificate (if applicable)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Passport size photographs
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)

Indicative Fees:
- MBBS Tuition Fee: ₹1,50,000 per year approx.
- BDS Tuition Fee: ₹1,20,000 per year approx.
- Hostel Fee: ₹15,000–20,000 per annum (separate mess charges)
- Examination Fee: ₹3,000–5,000 per year
- Fees subject to revision as per university notification
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- State government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories
- Merit-based scholarships awarded annually by BFUHS
- Central schemes like PM Scholarship, INSPIRE, and others applicable
- For details visit: BFUHS Scholarships & Financial Aid

Placement Highlights:
- Placement mainly for paramedical, pharmacy, and allied health courses
- Medical graduates typically join government/private hospitals, practice or internships
- Average placement rates: Not officially published
Top Recruiters: PGIMER Chandigarh, Civil Hospitals, healthcare companies, pharmaceutical firms
Placement Cell Contact: BFUHS Placement Cell
Internships: Mandatory for medical courses, facilitated by hospital affiliates and partner institutes

Hostels: Separate boys’ and girls’ hostels with mess facilities on campus
Sports: Grounds and indoor facilities for cricket, basketball, football, badminton
Laboratories & Libraries: Well-equipped labs and central library with medical journals
Healthcare: University health centre with medical staff available
Transport: Bus facility for commuting students and staff
Wi-Fi: Campus-wide internet/Wi-Fi connectivity for students and faculty
Research Centres: Various departments involved in medical and health research
Student Clubs & Festivals: Cultural, literary and sports societies; annual fest “BFAKE”

Notable Faculty: Experienced specialists in Medicine, Surgery, Pharmacy, and allied fields
Research Centres: Dedicated research labs focused on public health, pharmacology and clinical studies
Major Grants: Supported by Punjab government and health ministry grants (details not publicly listed)
Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs): Collaborations with hospitals and pharmaceutical organizations Not publicly itemized

NAAC Accreditation: Grade B (2022) (source)
NIRF Rankings: Not listed in NIRF 2023 for medical universities As per NIRF official
India Today, Outlook, QS India: Not available for BFUHS Checked as of 2024-06

Results: Published annually on the official BFUHS results portal
Seat Matrix & Cut-Offs: Available after counselling commencement on the official portal
Typical NEET Cut-Offs (General Category MBBS 2023): ~600+ marks (state quota)
Category-wise cut-offs: Vary each year as per NEET; consult BFUHS Admissions

Nearest Airport: Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, Amritsar (~80 km)
Nearest Railway Station: Faridkot Railway Station (within 5 km)
City Connectivity: Connected by road via National Highway NH54 and local bus services
Local Transit: Auto-rickshaws and taxis available for campus transit

Q1: What entrance exam is required for MBBS admission at BFUHS?
A1: NEET-UG is mandatory for MBBS admission.
Q2: Does BFUHS offer distance learning programs?
A2: No, BFUHS offers regular full-time courses only.
Q3: How can I apply online?
A3: Applications are submitted via the BFUHS admission portal.
Q4: What is the approximate fee for MBBS?
A4: Around ₹1,50,000 per year excluding hostel and other charges.
Q5: Are scholarships available?
A5: Yes, government scholarships and merit-based aids are provided.
Q6: What is the NAAC accreditation grade?
A6: BFUHS has a B grade as per 2022 accreditation.
Q7: Is hostel accommodation available?
A7: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities are available.
Q8: How to know cut-offs and results?
A8: Check the official results and admissions pages on bfuhs.ac.in.
Q9: Does BFUHS conduct its own entrance exams?
A9: No, admissions are based on national/state level exams like NEET.
Q10: Which documents are required for admission?
A10: 10th/12th marksheets, NEET scorecard, category certificate, ID proof, photos.