Colleges in Ludhiana

Christian Medical College & Hospital (CMC) Ludhiana provides various scholarships for the support of its students, which will benefit the students in terms of both finance and academic achievement. The merit-based, financially stressed, and other categories with specific requirements such as community service or rural origin qualify for the scholarships. Economically weaker sections of society and the Christian minority get concessions. The college further assists the students by financial help from government and private institutions. Some scholarships support the development of healthcare professionals for vulnerable areas. Students can be considered via the college portal or when they meet some eligibility criteria that is identified during admission, so they are not discouraged by financial constraint.

Placements are strong at CMC, Ludhiana. Often, graduates land up with top hospitals, research institutes, and healthcare organizations not only in India but all over the world. Hence, employability is excellent. Many of them wish to specialize further or seek placement in public health services. They take advantage of the fact that the college emphasizes community health. Salary packages differ by specialisation and location, but generally, it is quite competitive. The starting salaries of MBBS graduates are around INR 6-12 LPA in India. Alumni who go out to international opportunities or super-specialisations tend to attain a better pay scale.

It has been a very sought after MBBS programme because it has a reputation for being an institution of academic excellence, holistic medical training, and commitment to ethical healthcare. CMC Ludhiana is one of the leading medical institutions in India established to provide modern medical education while keeping a strong emphasis on community service, especially rural and underserved areas. Its modern facilities, experienced faculty, and emphasis on research attract aspiring doctors from all over the country. The institution's Christian ethos also creates compassionate care, making it a preferred choice for students aiming to excel both professionally and ethically in the medical field.

For admissions in UG courses, candidates will be selected on merit basis. For BTech (Dairy Technology): The candidate should have a minimum qualification of 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English from an Indian board/ university recognised by the Council of Board of School Education with at least 50% marks (40% for SC/ST, BC and DP categories) in aggregate excluding the optional subjects.

BTech (Food Science & Technology): The candidate should have a minimum qualification of 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/ Biology and English from an Indian board/ university recognised by the Council of Board of School Education with at least 50% marks (40% for SC/ST, BC and DP categories) in aggregate excluding the optional subjects.

BTech (Biotechnology): The candidate should have a minimum qualification of 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics and English from an Indian board/ university recognised by Council of Board of School Education with at least 50% marks (40% for SC/ST, BC and DP categories) in aggregate excluding the optional subjects.