Do the PGIMER BSc Nursing questions need to be answered in any specific order?

No, applicants need not attempt the PGIMER BSc Nursing question paper in any specific order. There is no sectional time limit or restriction on following a set pattern to solve or attempt the questions.

Is there any negative marking in PGIMER BSc Nursing 2027?

No. There is no provision of negative marking in the PGIMER BSc Nursing 2027 exam. For every correct answer, the candidate will get 1 mark, and for every wrong response, -0.25 marks will be deducted.

Is PGIMER Nursing an offline or online exam?

No, PGIMER BSc Nursing will be conducted via online mode. PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 exam will be a computer-based test and the applicants will be allotted separate computer systems to solve the questions. Applicants will get sheets to perform rough work at the centre. The rough worksheet will be submitted to the invigilator while leaving the exam hall.

What will be the duration of the PGIMER BSc Nursing exam 2027?

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2027 exam will be a 90-minute duration exam. No extra time will be given to any applicant under any circumstances.

When will admit card be issued for PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 exam?

The PGI Chandigarh has issued the admit card for PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026. The admit card download link is displayed at pgimer.edu.in.

What details are required to download PGIMER BSc Nursing admit card?

Candidates can download the PGIMER BSc Nuring admit card by logging to their accounts using the- Login id Password

Is it mandatory to carry the PGIMER admit card to the examination hall?

Yes, without the PGIMER BSc nursing admit card, entry to examination hall is restricted. It acts as a proof of verification for the candidate appearing in the exam. Important details printed on the admit card/hall ticket are: Candidate’s name, Exam date and timings, Date of Birth of the candidate, Category (Gen/SC/ST), Candidate’s photograph and signature, Address of the exam centre, and exam day instructions for the candidate.

Till when will the PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 admit card be valid?

The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 admit card will be valid for the exam till the exam date and till the admission process is ongoing. For example, the PGIMER BSc Nursing admit card was valid only for the PGIMER BSc Nursing exam for the current academic session. Once the admission process concludes, and the candidates have been admitted to the institute, the admit card will lose its validity for the next academic session.

Is the PGIMER BSc Nursing Application Form 2026 Released?

The PGI Chandigarh released the PGIMER BSc Nursing application form 2026 on its website. The application form was available from June 1 to 30, 2026.

How to fill PGIMER BSc Nursing application form?

Candidates can fill out the PGIMER BSc Nursing application form using the process shared below: Go to the website. Click on the application link. Take the registrations. Fill out the application form. Upload the documents. Choose the exam centre. Pay the application fee. Submit the save the page.

What are the documents required for submission of the PGIMER BSc Nursing application?

A self-attested copy of candidate’s photograph, signature, passing certificates of the qualifying exam, mark sheet of the qualifying exam, proof of age certificate, category certificate (if any) will be required to fill the PGIMER BSc Nursing application form successfully. As per the guideline issued, incomplete applications will not be considered, and no correspondence will be entertained in this matter. All particulars in the application form must be entered carefully. All claims made in the application must be supported with documentary proof.

Who all are eligible to apply for PGIMER BSc Nursing programme?

Only FEMALE candidates who have cleared class 12 exams or equivalent exam from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English subjects and have secured a minimum of 55 per cent marks in aggregate in class 12 and SC/ST category candidates should have secured 50 per cent in aggregate. The detailed eligibility criteria is provided in the programme prospectus released by the exam conducting authorities.

What is the total score in PGIMER BSc Nursing exam?

The total score in the PGIMER BSc Nursing entrance exam is 100. There are 100 objective-types questions in the exam and each question carries 1 mark. The exam also carries negative marking of 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer.

What is a good score in PGIMER BSc Nursing exam?

The PGIMER BSc Nursing exam is of 100 marks. Obtaining around 97 to 99 marks is considered as good score in the exam. Even the PGIMER Nursing cutoff for General category candidates was around 98.7938 percentile in last two years.

Which section is difficult to prepare in PGIMER BSc Nursing entrance exam?

The PGIMER BSc Nursing exam comprises questions from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English and General Knowledge/ Current Affairs. As per the question paper analysis and feedback of candidates, Physics section is a little difficult to prepare. Candidates generally find the questions from PGIMER BSc Nursing Physics little time taking to solve.

How can I get the PGIMER Nursing Syllabus PDF?

Candidates can get the PGIMER Nursing syllabus PDF after the release of information bulletin. The PGI publishes the latest syllabus on the bulletin itself. However, candidates can visit PGIMER BSc Nursing syllabus page to get the syllabus of the exam.

Can I take admission to any other university or institution through PGIMER BSc Nursing?

No, one cannot take admission to any other university or institution by clearing the PGIMER BSc Nursing exam as no other institute or university accepts PGIMER BSc Nursing scores. Selected candidates will be invited for the counselling process after the exam. No individual intimation is sent to unselected candidates, and no correspondence on the subject is entertained.

Who will conduct the PGIMER BSc Nursing exams for admissions in BSc (Hons.) Nursing and BSc (Post-Basic) Nursing programme?

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 entrance exams will be organized and conducted by the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, for admissions in BSc Nursing programmes like BSc (Hons.) Nursing and BSc (Post-Basic) Nursing. It is an online (Computer-Based Test) which will be conducted for a duration of 90 minutes/1.5 hours. There will be 100 multiple-choice questions in the exam, of 1 mark.

Who conducts counselling for the PGIMER BSc Nursing and BSc Nursing (Post-Basic) programme?

The counselling for PGIMER BSc Nursing and BSc Nursing (Post-Basic) programme is being conducted by the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh. Candidates are required to be present for the counselling process and formalities at the pre-mentioned time and location. There will tentatively be four rounds of counselling. The round-1 counselling concluded in August 2025. It is mandatory to present a set of self-attested documents along with the originals for verification on the day of PGIMER nursing counselling.

What documents are required for the PGIMER nursing counselling?

To participate in the PGIMER nursing counselling, the candidate must keep the following documents: Class 12 mark sheet Original copy of the admit card with the signature and seal of the Invigilator Scorecard issued by PGIMER Chandigarh Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or Class 10 Certificate). Pass Certificate of the qualifying examination (class 12) Recently clicked passport-sized colour photographs Caste certificate under which the candidate is applying

What is the PGIMER BSc Nursing score?

PGIMER BSc Nursing score will be based on the total marks scored by the candidate across all the sections. There will be five sections in the PGIMER BSc Nursing question paper for the BSc (Hons) programme. These are the weightage: Physics (20 marks), Logical & Quantitative Reasoning (10 marks), Chemistry (20 marks), Biology (40 marks), English & Comprehension (10 marks).

How do I know if I am qualified for appearing in the PGIMER BSc Nursing exam?

PGIMER Chandigarh, the organizing body of the entrance exam, will release the Cutoff list after the announcement of the result. The applicants who will be able to score the qualifying marks as per the cutoff will be considered qualified. The qualifying status of the candidates will be mentioned on the PGIMER BSc Nursing result.

What is the PGIMER Nursing Counselling Cutoff ?

Candidates with the minimum percentile for the BSc nursing programme is 98.7938 for the General category, above 94.8229 for SC candidates, above 91.2454 for ST candidates, above 98.0394 for OBC category, and above 57.5782 for PwBD (UR) and 44.1780 (Reserved) category candidates. For Foreign Nationals, the cutoff percentile is 76.2083.

What details will be printed on the PGIMER BSc Nursing result?

Applicants who appear in the PGIMER BSc Nursing exam and qualify for it will be able to check their names in the merit list. The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 result/scorecard will comprise details such as the candidate's name, roll number, date of birth, parents’ names, category, nationality, marks secured in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, total marks obtained, All India Rank (AIR), category rank, and PGIMER BSc Nursing cutoff score.

How many seats are there in the PGIMER BSc nursing (Hons.) programme?

There are a total of 93 seats in the PGIMER BSc nursing (Hons.) programme. General category candidates have 47 seats, SC category candidates have 14 seats, ST category candidates have 07 seats, OBC category candidates have 25 seats, and PwBD category candidates have 5 seats in all. It is a 4 year course. Please note that reservation to PwBD candidates is given on horizontal basis and as per Govt. of India guidelines revised from time to time. So, the number of seats mentioned for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) will be adjusted against the category to which he / she belongs.

What are the chances of my PGIMER nursing application form getting rejected?

There are very rare cases of rejection of the PGIMER BSc Nursing application form. Applicants have to provide all the details asked to fill in the application form true to their knowledge and most importantly they should ensure they submit the application fee before the stipulated deadline of submission. However, as per the guideline issued in the prospectus, all claims made in the application must be supported with documentary proof.

Can I change my address of correspondence after submitting the PGIMER Nursing application form?

No, applicants will not be able to make any changes or edits in the PGIMER Nursing application form once it gets submitted. PGIMER does not provide any provision to correct or edit the information provided post with the submission of the application form online. In case any applicant is willing to make any change or edit in the application form he/she has to contact the ‘Examination Administration of PGIMER, Chandigarh’ by sending the required request through mail or post.

How many seats are there in PGIMER BSc nursing (Post-Basic) programme?

There are a total of 62 seats in the PGIMER BSc nursing (Hons.) programme. General category candidates have 22 seats, SC category candidates have 07 seats, ST category candidates have 04 seats, OBC category candidates have 14 seats, and PwBD category candidates have 03 seats in all. Candidates having Color blindness are eligible provided that their color blindness can be corrected with contact lens and spectacles worn by such candidates. So, the number of seats mentioned for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) will be adjusted against the category to which he / she belongs.

What is the fee for the BSc nursing course offered at PGIMER Chandigarh?

PGIMER Chandigarh charges an admission fee of INR 2200/- for the entire course for 4-year duration. In the first year, a fee of INR 800/- is charged from the admission seekers.

Can I apply for PGIMER nursing exam via NEET scores?

No, PGIMER Chandigarh conducts a separate entrance exam for granting admission to its BSc nursing program. Candidates cannot apply for admission via NEET Scores only. It is mandatory to appear for the PGIMER BSc nursing entrance exam.

How many seats are available for admission in PGIMER BSc Nursing program?

There are fewer than 100 seats for admission to the PGIMER BSc nursing course. Around 93 seats are available for admission to the prestigious nursing institute.

How many marks are required for BSc Nursing in PGIMER Chandigarh?

To seek admission to the PGIMER Nursing program, at least 50 percent marks are required in the PCB+English subjects in Class 12th. This cutoff is for the General category candidates.

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026: Counselling, Result & Cutoff

Updated on Sep 28, 2026 16:57 IST

By Mridula Sharma, Senior Executive

PGIMER BSc Nursing Exam 2026: Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research has scheduled the third/mop-up physical counselling for BSc Nursing (4 Years) and BSc Nursing (Post Basic) programmes. It was held on September 15, 2026. The counselling will be held at NINE Auditorium, PGIMER, Chandigarh. Document verification began at 9 AM. The counselling began at 11 AM. The Round 1 and Round 2 counselling were conducted before.

PGIMER BSc Nursing Result 2026 was declared on August 10, 2026. The entrance exam was held on July 24, 2026. The institute also released PGIMER BSc Nursing Merit List 2026 with result. The merit list includes the candidates shortlisted for the counselling and admission process. Read this page further to know PGIMER BSc Nursing cut off 2026 and counselling schedule.

Table of contents

What is PGIMER BSc Nursing Exam?
PGIMER BSc Nursing Dates & Schedule 2026
PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Counselling
PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Result
PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Cutoff
PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Eligibility & Application
PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Admit Card
PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation
PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Exam Analysis
PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 FAQs

What is PGIMER BSc Nursing Exam?

The PGIMER BSc Nursing exam is held for admission to 93 seats of 4-year BSc Nursing program (only for female candidates) and the 62 seats of 2-year BSc Nursing Post-Basic course (for co-ed). Check below the highlights of the PGI Chandigarh BSc Nursing exam:

Exam Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Mode of exam	Online (Computer-Based Test)
Frequency	Once a year
Current Status	Physical Counselling
Next Stage	Admission

PGIMER BSc Nursing Dates & Schedule 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of PGIMER Nursing 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
30 Sep ' 26	PGIMER BSc Nursing Counselling 2026 Round 3/Mop-Up Round
15 Sep ' 26	PGIMER BSc Nursing Counselling 2026 Round 2
17 Aug ' 26 - 18 Aug ' 26	PGIMER BSc Nursing Counselling 2026
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PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Counselling

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 counselling process includes a physical counselling round for the BSc Nursing (4 Years) and BSc Nursing (Post Basic) programmes. The third/mop-up counselling round was held on September 30, 2026. It wasconducted at the NINE Auditorium, PGIMER, Chandigarh. Document verification for candidates of both programmes was conducted from 9 AM. After that, counselling was held at 11 AM.

Students can see counselling dates for the BSc Nursing (4 Years) and BSc Nursing (Post Basic) programmes here:

Rounds	Dates
First Round	August 14 and 18, 2026
Second Round	September 15, 2026
Third/Mop-up Round	September 30, 2026

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Result

The PGI Chandigarh Nursing result 2026 has been declared on the official website. Candidates can check and download the PGIMER BSc Nursing result as per the process shared below:

Log on to PGIMER website.
Click on result link.
Enter the roll number and password.
Download the scorecard.

The PGIMER Nursing merit list 2026 has been released along with the results, carrying the names of the aspirants eligible to participate in the counselling process.

Important Link (Out):

PGIMER BSc Nursing Result Link	Click Here
PGIMER BSc Nursing Result (Post Basic) Link	Click Here

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Cutoff

The PGIMER BSc nursing cutoff 2026 has been released on the official website. Take a look at the PGI Chandigarh BSc Nursing Cut off 2026:

PGIMER BSc Nursing Cut Off 2026

Category	Percentile
Gen. (UR)	98.9880 & above
OBC	98.6851 & above
SC	94.9504 & above
ST	87.8700 & above
PwBD - UR	45th percentile & above
PwBD- SC/ST/OBC	40th percentile & above

PGIMER BSc Nursing (Post Basic) Cut Off 2026

Category	Non-PGI Percentile	PGI In-Service Percentile
Gen. (UR)	87.3106 & above	50.4735 & above
OBC	68.7500 & above	46.9697 & above
SC	78.5985 & above	49.8106 & above
ST	56.8182 & above	No candidate appeared
PwBD	45th percentile & above

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Eligibility & Application

The PGIMER BSc Nursing eligibility criteria are important to know before applying for the exam. This section informs about the eligibility criteria and application process.

PGIMER BSc Nursing Eligibility Criteria 2026

Go through the PGIMER Nursing eligibility below for the BSc Nursing 4-year programmer and the BSc Post-Basic course:

Eligibility for BSc Nursing four-year program	Eligibility for BSc Post-Basic course
Only female candidates are eligible to apply. Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English subjects, or any other equivalent exam with at least 50 per cent aggregate marks. The minimum age limit is 17 years and maximum age should not exceed 25 years.	Both male and female aspirants can apply for this course. Completed GNM course with minimum of 50 per cent aggregate marks. 3 years of experience in nursing or public health nursing. Aspirants more than 45 years old are not eligible to apply.

PGIMER BSc Nursing Application Form 2026

The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 application form was available from June 1 to 30, 2026, on the official website, pgimer.edu.in. Candidates could fill the PGIMER BSc application form using the process shared below-

Visit the official website - pgimer.edu.in.
Click on the registration link given on the home page.
Register by entering the required details.
Fill out the online application form.
Upload the required documents such as photo, signature and thumb impression.
Choose the exam centre.
Pay the application fee.
Submit and save the page.

PGIMER BSc Nursing Correction Window 2026

The PGIMER BSc Nursing form correction window was open from July 2 to 4, 2026. Candidates could make corrections to the application form by logging to their registered accounts.

Also Read: BSc Nursing Admission 2026 Without NEET: Colleges & State-wise Process

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Admit Card

The PGIMER Chandigarh has issued the admit card for the PGIMER BSc entrance exam online. Candidates can download the PGIMER BSc nursing admit card or hall ticket now.

How to Download PGIMER BSc Nursing Admit Card 2026?

Given below are the steps for downloading the PGIMER Nursing hall ticket:

Visit the website- pgimer.edu.in.
Click on admit card download link.
Enter the login details.
Download the hall ticket.

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation

Understanding the NEET paper pattern, syllabus, and preparation tips helps candidates prepare better for the exam. Take a look at these details below:

PGIMER BSc Nursing Pattern 2026

The PGIMER Chandigarh BSc Nursing pattern 2026 is shared in the table below:

Particulars	BSc Nursing Exam Pattern	BSc Nursing (Post Basic) Exam Pattern
Number of sections	5	7
Name of Sections	Aptitude for Nursing Chemistry Physics Biology English	Scientific Principles Applied in Nursing Practice & Trends Medical Surgical Nursing (including Anatomy and Physiology) Child Health Nursing Community Health Nursing including Nutrition Obstetric Nursing and Midwifery Mental Health Nursing General Knowledge
Number of questions	100	100
Exam duration	1 hour 30 minutes	1 hour 30 minutes
Marking Scheme	+1 for each correct answer -0.25 for each incorrect answer	+1 for each correct answer -0.25 for each incorrect answer

PGIMER BSc Nursing Syllabus 2026

The PGIMER Chandigarh does not release the syllabus for BSc Nursing entrance exam. However, the information bulletin specifies the given details about the syllabus:

PGIMER BSc Nursing Syllabus	The syllabus of all subjects is of Class 11 and Class 12 curriculum.
PGIMER BSc Nursing (Post Basic) Syllabus	The syllabus is based on Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery Standard.

PGIMER BSc Nursing Preparation Tips

The basic preparation tips for PGIMER Chandigarh BSc Nursing exam are as follows:

Cover the entire syllabus as per the notified curriculum.
Make short notes and revise regularly.
Solve mock tests and previous years' questions to test preparation level.
Analyse the solved papers to work on your weak areas.

PGIMER BSc Nursing 2026 Exam Analysis

The PGIMER Chandigarh BSc Nursing exam analysis 2026 is shared on this page. The analysis and review is provided based on the feedback shared by candidates.