Best Medicine Colleges in Punjab - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
M.Sc.	Candidate passed with M.Sc. in Physical Anthropology, Zoology or Human Biology with 50% marks for General category and 45% marks for SC/ST/OBC category candidates are also eligible to apply.
PG Diploma	Candidate should possess only MBBS degree with three year experience as General Duty Medical Officer (GDMOs) in the state government Health Services preferably in the delivery of Public Health Service are eligible to apply.
Ph.D.	Candidate passed MD (Microbiology) or its equivalent from a University/ Institute 5 recognized by MCI and must have completed 02 years Senior Residency.
FNB (Fellow of National Board)	Candidate passed in M.Ch. (Neurosurgery) or its equivalent from an University/ Institute recognized by MCI and Must have completed their degree.
B.Sc.	Candidates who have passed the Senior Secondary School Examination of National Open School with a minimum of 5 subjects with any of the following group subjects:a.English, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology b.English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and any other language.
DM	Must be within the prescribed age limit - For OBC candidates (please attach proof as per Annexure*): 40 years - For SC/ST candidates, Ex-Servicemen and Commissioned Officer including ECO, SSCO who have rendered or released on satisfactory assignment (please attach proof): 42 years
M.Ch.	Must be within the prescribed age limit - For OBC candidates (please attach proof as per Annexure*): 40 years - For SC/ST candidates, Ex-Servicemen and Commissioned Officer including ECO, SSCO who have rendered or released on satisfactory assignment (please attach proof): 42 years
MD	Candidates who have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training are eligible to admission for PG courses at PGIMER Chandigarh.
MHA	Candidates completed graduation/bachelor's degree from any recognized institute/university are eligible to apply.
MPH	The candidate must possess MBBS/BDS/B.V. Sc/BE/MA/M. Sc with minimum marks in aggregate mentioned above from a University/ Institute recognized by the Medical /Dental/Veterinary council of India/ the Institution of Engineers (India) and UGC/AICTE and must have either completed, or due to complete, respective rotatory internship training on or before 30thJune (if applicable) and must be registered with Central /State Medical/Dental/Veterinary Registration Council. (if applicable) can apply.
MDS	Candidates who have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training are eligible to admission for PG courses at PGIMER Chandigarh.
Master of Surgery	Candidates who have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training are eligible to admission for PG courses at PGIMER Chandigarh.
MS	Candidates who have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training are eligible to admission for PG courses at PGIMER Chandigarh.

No, students cannot apply offline for admission in GMCH Chandigarh - Government Medical College and Hospital. The application process is conducted in online mode. Students must register for relevant entrance exam. Aspirants must also apply on college official portal, fill the application form and pay application fee.

Some medical field which offer best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.

The Saraswati Group of Colleges campus spreads across 30 acres of land. SGC offers several facilities for its students. The facilities include separate hostels for boys and girls, well-furnished rooms and spacious classrooms, and full-time internet connectivity. The other facilities provided to the students of the institute include:

• Seminar Hall
• Clubs
• Library
• Cafeteria & Canteen
• Hostels
• Medical Aid
• Gym Facilities

Amity University Punjab provides strong placement opportunities with 100% placement assistance supported by dedicated career resource center & corporate tie ups with major firms. University features high placement rate with many students securing positions in top multinational companies. Key sectors include IT, engineering & management.

S.C.D. Government College has a rating of 4.21 for the Faculty by students. This shows that the institute has qualified, and experienced faculty members.

Baba Farid University offers admission on the basis of both, merit and entrance. The eligibility criteria differs for every course. The admission to all courses is offered on the basis of the merit acquired in the qualifying exam, along with entrance scores. Candidates who wish to apply to Baba Farid University, must fulfil the course-specific eligibility.

Highest Nursing job is Senior Staff Nurse.

They manage junior staff nurses and Nursing students to make sure patients get best care. 

These nurses are give nursing care to such patients. 

Some medical field which offer best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.

Saroop Rani Government College For Women provides programmes including M.A, PGDCA, PG Diploma, B.A, B.Com, BBA, B.Sc, BCA, UG Diploma in streams such as Humanities & Social Sciences, IT & Software, Design, Accounting & Commerce, Business & Management Studies, Medicine & Health Sciences, Science, Hospitality & Travel, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in English, Hindi, Computer Science, Home Science, Food & Nutrition, Food & Beverage Service, Front Office Management, Food Production.

Sri Sai Group of Institutes, Badhani has placed its selected students in known and reputed companies such as Linpack Technologies Pvt Ltd, Deloitte And Touche Assurancr Enterprise Risk And Services India Pvt Ltd, Hakimi Techology Solutions, Grab India, Kraft Surgicals Pvt Ltd, Alsha Air Conditioning Ducting And Sheet Metal Work, Dilip G, Green Ripples Pvt Ltd, Bull Machinery, Union Weld Tech Company, Terminal Contacts, Midbrains Telecnologiespune, Appstane Technologies, Basell Automation Systems Pvtltd, Ami Infra, Numerator One, Frappel Trade House Llp, Staff Nurse.

Yes, merit-based direct admissions are possible to Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University for many programs. General admission criteria are merit-based performance in the qualifying examination with a minimum 50% marks in the previous qualification for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. A few entrance exams are taken for entrance to some specific programs such as CMAT for MBA, but in general, most of the seats are filled based on merit. An aspirant would be able to apply online or even off line by submitting a form by paying the concerned fee along with it.

AIIMS, Bathinda is a branch of AIIMS, which is a well-known brand for medical studies in India.  It is one of the four AIIMSs announced by the Ministry of Healthcare and Family Welfare (MHFW), Government of India. 

Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital is a premier Institute. It is located in Himachal Pradesh. 

The fee at AIIMS, Bathinda is INR 7,326 for the whole MBBS program of 66 months, while Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital charges INR 2.66 Lakhs for 66 months of the MBBS course. 

Both the universities are approved by NMC. AIIMS, Bathinda offers 100 seats for MBBS, while Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital offers 120 seats for MBBS. 

Placements are also good in both colleges, however, AIIMS, Bathinda is much cheaper than Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital.  

Kamla Nehru College For Women, Phagwara is a well-known institution for M.Sc, M.A, PG Diploma, M.Com, B.Sc, BCA, BBA, B.Com, B.A, B.Voc, UG Diploma courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Kamla Nehru College For Women, Phagwara has course specializations in Computer Science, Hindi, Food & Nutrition.

The seats availability for offered courses at Punjab Degree College goes up to 310.

The seats availability for offered courses at Swami Swatantranand Memorial College goes up to 1620.

Government Shivalik College, Naya Nangal offers courses such as M.A, PG Diploma, B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, BCA. The courses are available in full-time mode. Government Shivalik College, Naya Nangal has specializations such as Computer Science.

Some medical field which offer best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.

Candidates must visit the official website of the College and apply for candidature by filling out the application form. Furthermore, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria by securing minimum aggregate in Class 12 for UG level admissions, and graduation for PG level admissions. After applying for candidature, candidates will be shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria provided. For final admission, candidates must pay the fees and confirm the seat.

Hindu College, Amritsar provides programmes including M.A, M.Sc, M.Com, PG Diploma, B.Com, BBA, B.Sc, B.Des, B.A, BCA in streams such as Humanities & Social Sciences, Science, Accounting & Commerce, Business & Management Studies, Medicine & Health Sciences, Design, Animation, IT & Software, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Computer Science, Mathematics.

The seats availability for offered courses at Shanti Tara College goes up to 531.

Government College For Women, Ludhiana is a reputed institute for M.Sc, M.A, M.Com, PG Diploma, Certificate, B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, BCA Courses. Students can opt for these programs to pursue their career in IT & Software, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), Humanities & Social Sciences, Science, Accounting & Commerce, Beauty & Fitness, Medicine & Health Sciences, Business & Management Studies. The Institute has trained and experienced faculty members who deliver these programs. Government College For Women, Ludhiana has a review rating of 3.85 on the basis of Shiksha reviews by students. In addition to this, it has been rated 3.75 on Campus Life, 3.5 on Placements, 4.25 on Faculty and 3.5 on Infrastructure.

Amritsar Pharmacy College has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Sc.	Candidate must have passed 10+2 examination with Science stream from a recognised board.
B.Pharma	Candidate must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics from any recognised Board/Council.
UG Diploma	Candidate must have completed 10+2 from any recognised Board/Council.

Gurukul College For Women provides programmes including M.Sc, PG Diploma, B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, BCA in streams such as Science, Design, Humanities & Social Sciences, Accounting & Commerce, Medicine & Health Sciences, Business & Management Studies, IT & Software, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Computer Science.