🧭 1. Introduction

The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, is one of India’s leading medical and research institutions under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.

PGIMER conducts national-level entrance examinations for admission to various programs, including MD/MS, DM/MCh, MDS, M.Sc Nursing, PhD, and Paramedical courses.

The PGIMER 2026 entrance exam evaluates candidates’ theoretical knowledge, clinical understanding, and research aptitude. This comprehensive guide covers the latest syllabus, exam pattern, selection process, and preparation strategy, verified from official PGIMER releases.

🪜 2. Selection Process

The PGIMER 2026 admission process varies by course but generally includes:

Entrance Examination (Computer-Based Test) – Conducted online by AIIMS, New Delhi on behalf of PGIMER.
Merit List Preparation – Based on percentile scores.
Counselling / Seat Allotment – Conducted centrally by PGIMER or through INICET (for MD/MS).
Final Admission – Subject to document verification and medical fitness.

Note: For MD/MS admissions, PGIMER now accepts INICET scores conducted by AIIMS.

📘 3. Exam Pattern

PGIMER (MD/MS) 2026 Exam Pattern

Component	Details
Exam Mode	Online (CBT)
Duration	3 hours
Type	Objective (MCQ-based)
Total Questions	200
Total Marks	800
Marking Scheme	+4 for correct answer, –1 for wrong answer
Language	English only

Distribution of Questions

Subject Group	Approx. No. of Questions
Basic Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry)	50
Para-Clinical (Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine)	50
Clinical Sciences (Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, OBG, etc.)	100

For PhD, Nursing, and M.Sc courses, question distribution and total marks vary slightly as per respective notifications.

📚 4. Detailed Syllabus (Section-wise)

Basic Clinical Sciences

Anatomy
Physiology
Biochemistry

Para-Clinical Subjects

Pathology
Pharmacology
Microbiology
Forensic Medicine

Clinical Sciences

General Medicine & Allied Subjects (Dermatology, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, etc.)
General Surgery & Allied Subjects (Orthopedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, etc.)
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Community Medicine

The question paper is based on the MBBS curriculum prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC) with an emphasis on clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

🎯 5. Final Selection & Marks Weightage

Final merit list is prepared based on percentile scores obtained in the CBT.
Separate merit lists are prepared for each category (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD).
Tie-breaking criteria:
1. Higher percentile in Clinical subjects
2. Higher age
3. Fewer incorrect responses
For PhD and Nursing courses, selection also includes departmental interviews and academic score evaluation.

💡 6. Practical Preparation Tips

Follow Standard Textbooks:
- Anatomy – BD Chaurasia, Physiology – Guyton, Pathology – Robbins, Pharmacology – KD Tripathi
Revise High-Yield Topics: Pathology, Medicine, Surgery, and Microbiology often dominate.
Solve PYQs: Go through previous year PGIMER and INICET question papers.
Mock Tests: Take timed online tests to strengthen accuracy and speed.
Stay Updated: Read latest medical journals and current affairs in health science.
Avoid Overguessing: Due to negative marking, skip doubtful questions.
Revision Plan: Revise notes at least twice before the exam and focus on integration of clinical concepts.

🔗 7. Useful Official Resources

🏛️ Official PGIMER Website: https://pgimer.edu.in
📄 Official Prospectus PDF (MD/MS & Other Courses): Download Here (Official PDF) (2026 version to be updated soon)
🗂️ PGIMER Admission Announcements: https://pgimer.edu.in/PGIMER_PORTAL/PGIMERPORTAL/home.jsp
💻 INICET Portal (for MD/MS Admissions): https://aiimsexams.ac.in

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🏥 Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) 2026 Exam – Complete Guide