MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery 

at GMCH Chandigarh, Chandigarh

GMCH Chandigarh MBBS admission is provided to applicants who have a valid NEET (UG) rank. Such candidates are required to register for the NEET (UG) counselling conducted by MCC for seat allocation. After appearing for the entrance exam, aspirants can follow the below-given steps to complete the GMCH Chandigarh admission process:

Step 1: Register online for AIQ counselling on the official MCC website.

Step 2: Select GMCH Chandigarh and MBBS as the desired college and programme, respectivly, as the first preference during round 1 choice filling.

Step 3: Check the AIQ merit list published on the MCC website.

Step 4: If a seat at the college is allotted, download the allotment letter and report to the college for document verification within the stipulated time.

Step 5: Submit the applicable fees to confirm admission.

If a seat is not allotted, register for the further rounds of the counselling process.

Candidates willing to pursue MBBS at GMCH Chandigarh must meet the below-mentioned eligibility criteria:

• Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and, Biology/Biotechnology, and English, passing each subject individually
• They must have obtained a minimum aggregate of 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology taken together
• SC/ST/PwBD candidates must have obtained a minimum aggregate of 40% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology taken together
• Candidates must complete 17 years of age on or before Dec 31 of the year of admission

Pursuing an MBBS at GMCH Chandigarh opens doors to diverse career prospects, including medical practice, postgraduate studies, research, and opportunities in healthcare administration. Graduates usually pursue MD/MS after an MBBS to specialise further. Those who want to serve as a doctor after an MBBS can join a private or government hospital. Apart from joining a hospital, MBBS graduates can seek employment in one of the following sectors/industries:

GMCH Chandigarh offers admission to 150 students for the first year of its MBBS course. These seats are filled through the MCC NEET UG counselling based on the NEET UG scores of the applicants. The mentioned seat information is sourced from the official website of the college/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Yes, GMCH Chandigarh offers four BSc courses among its UG-level courses. Admission to these courses is based on the ranks secured in the GCET conducted by the college, subject to fulfilment of the preset eligibility criteria. Graduates get a BSc degree from Panjab University on completition of the programme. The BSc courses offered at the college and their respective course durations are presented in the table below:

Direct Admission B.Sc. Medical care is not available in the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Chandigarh. Instead, they are based on merit and secured status in GMCH Joint Entrance Test (GCET). For eligibility, a candidate must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as compulsory subjects, with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for SC candidates). Applicants will then have to appear for the GMCH Joint Entrance Test (GCET), which assesses the knowledge and skills for various nursing courses, including B.Sc. Nurses. A merit list is prepared for the eligible candidates and counseling is conducted based on their position in the merit list and availability of seats for seats in B.Sc. After doing nursing at GMCH, it is advisable to prepare for GCET first and check the eligibility and admission process thoroughly on the official website of the college.

Yes, GMCH Chandigarh offers a full-time Doctor of Medicine (MD) programme in various specialisations. These specialisations include Pathology, Anaesthesiology, Biochemistry, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, etc. It is a three-year programme, offered at the postgraduate level. Admission to the programme is based on NEET PG ranks and counselling. Interested candidates can visit the college's official website to learn more about the programme.

Candidates seeking MD admission at GMCH Chandigarh under the All-India Quota must register for counselling on the official website of the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Only NEET-qualified candidates can apply for the counselling conducted by the MCC. To be eligible for admission under the AIQ, candidates must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:

• Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply
• Candidates must have secured the following
  minimum marks:
  - General Category/EWS: not less than 50th Percentile
  - OCI Card holder General PwBD : not less than 45th Percentile
  - SC, SC (PwBD) Category : not less than 40th Percentile
• Candidates should have completed compulsory rotatory internship satisfactorily
  by the specified date
• Candidates must have registered with the NMC/State Medical Council

The MCC releases GMCH Chandigarh MD cut-off for admissions under the All-India Quota. The cut-off trends for various MD specialisations based on the last rounds cut-offs for the General AIQ category candidates in 2022, 2023 and 2024 are presented in the table below: