Medical colleges in Punjab

Medical colleges in Punjab offer high-quality education and training to individuals interested in a career in medicine. Punjab has 12 medical colleges, both public and private, that offer a variety of medical degrees to students. Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University, and Punjab University are among the colleges that are associated with famous universities.

Punjab medical institutions have a well-qualified and experienced faculty that assists students throughout their academic path. The programme is intended to provide students with in-depth knowledge as well as hands-on experience in a variety of medical specializations. Medical colleges’ infrastructure and facilities are modern and well-equipped, providing students with a good learning environment.

Some of the most prominent medical courses offered by Punjab medical colleges include MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, and MDS. The MBBS course lasts five and a half years, including one year of mandatory internship, whereas the MD, MS, and MDS programmes last three years. Aside from these courses, medical colleges in Punjab also offer diploma programmes in a variety of medical specializations. Medical graduates from Punjab’s medical universities enjoy good employment opportunities in the state’s hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. They can work as doctors, surgeons, medical researchers, medical officials, and in other positions related to medicine.

Medical Course Facts 

Course	MBBS	MD/MS
Examination Type	NEET-UG	NEET-PG Exam
Approval From	National Medical Commission	National Medical Commission
Eligibility Criteria	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology	MBBS Degree
Duration	5.5 years	3 years
Popular Medical Colleges in India	AIIMS AFMC JIPMER CMC Vellore KMC Manipal	AIIMS PGI Chandigarh CMC Vellore JIPMER KMC Manipal
Popular Medical Colleges In Punjab	Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences, JalandharGuru Govind Singh Medical College, FaridkotGovernment Medical College, PatialaGovernment Medical College, Amritsar	Gian Sagar Medical College & Hospital, PatialaDr B R Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences, SAS Nagar , MohaliDayanand Medical College & Hospital, LudhianaChristian Medical College, LudhianaChintpurni Medical College, Pathankot, Gurdaspur

Why Punjab is a popular destination for Medical aspirants?

Punjab is a popular destination for medical students for a variety of reasons, including:

• Quality Medical Education: Punjab is well-known for its high-quality medical education, with several prestigious medical colleges offering a variety of courses in several medical specializations. The colleges feature a well-qualified faculty, contemporary infrastructure, and great amenities, which provide a favorable learning environment for students.
• Career Opportunities: Punjab boasts various prominent hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities that offer good job chances to medical graduates. These medical professionals can serve as doctors, surgeons, medical researchers, medical officials, and in a variety of other professions that contribute to the state’s healthcare system.
• Competitive Fees: The fees for medical degrees in Punjab are lower than in other states, making it an affordable alternative for students from all walks of life. Furthermore, the state government offers scholarships and other financial aid to qualified students.
• Cultural Diversity: Punjab has a rich cultural legacy, and the state’s diversified population gives students with a unique opportunity to learn and connect with individuals from other backgrounds, thereby increasing their social and cultural awareness.

About Medical Course (MBBS & MD/MS)

• Medical education in India includes a wide range of courses at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. In India, the two most popular medical curricula are MBBS and MD/MS.
• The MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) degree programme lasts five and a half years. The programme consists of four and a half years of academic study and one year of mandatory internship. Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, and Forensic Medicine are among the subjects covered in the programme.
• Students who have completed their MBBS can pursue postgraduate medical courses such as MD (Doctor of Medicine) and MS (Master of Surgery). The MD programme is a three-year postgraduate programme that focuses on clinical, non-surgical fields of medicine, whereas the MS programme focuses on surgical fields of medicine.
• Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dermatology, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, and many other specialisations are available in MD and MS programmes.
• Students interested in pursuing MBBS and MD/MS programmes in India must pass the NEET (National Eligibility Cumulative Entrance Test) exam, which is administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The exam is required for admission to all medical schools in the country.

Career Opportunities & Scope

Medical candidates with an MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) or MD/MS (Doctor of Medicine/Master of Surgery) degree have a diverse range of job options. Some prominent employment paths for medical graduates include:

• Clinical Practise: MBBS graduates have the option of working as a general practitioner or family physician. MD/MS graduates can pursue careers as specialists in fields such as surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, ophthalmology, and so on.
• Research: Medical graduates can work in pharmaceutical businesses, research organisations, or university institutions to pursue a career in research.
• Academics: Medical graduates can pursue a career as faculty members in medical colleges or universities.
• Public Health: Medical graduates with a background in public health can work in government or private organisations that focus on public health programmes such as health promotion, illness prevention, and healthcare policy.
• Hospital Management: Medical graduates can also serve as hospital administrators or healthcare managers in hospital management.
• Entrepreneurship: Medical graduates with a bachelor’s degree can open their own private clinics, hospitals, or healthcare-related companies.

Medical applicants have a wide range of chances for career advancement and professional development. The demand for competent and qualified medical personnel is likely to rise in the coming years as medical research and technology develop.

Salary Range & Job Outlook

• Medical candidates’ income ranges and career prospects vary depending on aspects such as location, experience, and speciality. Medical experts, on the other hand, are often well compensated and in high demand.
• As per report, the average compensation for an MBBS graduate in India is around INR 724,000 per year, whereas the average salary for an MD/MS graduate is around INR 1,382,000 per year. However, these figures can vary greatly depending on region, experience, and expertise.
• Medical personnel are in high demand in India and around the world. The need for healthcare services and medical experts is predicted to rise as the population grows. According to the Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS), employment of physicians and surgeons in the United States is expected to expand at the same rate as the national average from 2019 to 2029.
• The job market for medical candidates is promising, with numerous career routes and prospects for growth and promotion.

Here is an approximate salary range for MBBS and MD/MS graduates in various job profiles based on industry standards and research:

Job Profile	Salary Range for MBBS	Salary Range for MD/MS
General Physician	INR 4,00,000 – 10,00,000 per annum	INR 6,00,000 – 20,00,000 per annum
Medical Officer	INR 3,00,000 – 8,00,000 per annum	INR 6,00,000 – 15,00,000 per annum
Resident Doctor	INR 3,00,000 – 10,00,000 per annum	INR 6,00,000 – 20,00,000 per annum
Junior Consultant	INR 5,00,000 – 15,00,000 per annum	INR 10,00,000 – 25,00,000 per annum
Senior Consultant	INR 10,00,000 – 25,00,000 per annum	INR 20,00,000 – 50,00,000 per annum
Medical Professor	INR 8,00,000 – 20,00,000 per annum	INR 15,00,000 – 35,00,000 per annum
Medical Researcher	INR 4,00,000 – 15,00,000 per annum	INR 8,00,000 – 25,00,000 per annum

Punjab NEET Counseling Process 2023

Step 1: Registration and Application

1. Visit the official University website (www.bfuhs.ac.in).
2. Read the Punjab Government notification and Prospectus instructions carefully.
3. Only NEET-UG-2023 qualified candidates are eligible.
4. Register for admission through the online portal by the deadline.
5. Fill out the online admission application form and upload:
   • Candidate’s photograph (Max size: 30 KB)
   • Candidate’s signature (Max size: 30 KB)
6. After submitting the form, you’ll receive a unique Registration ID (Login ID) and password.

Step 2: Fee Deposition

• Pay the admission fee through the University’s online payment gateway.

Step 3: Document Verification

• Micro-reserved category candidates undergo document verification as scheduled.
• SC/BC category candidates verify their certificates when reporting to the allocated college.

Step 4: Merit List

• The State Merit list of registered candidates is displayed on the University website.
• Online counseling follows the merit list publication.

Step 5: Preference Filling

1. Only registered candidates are eligible for counseling.
2. Carefully read and understand eligibility conditions.
3. Fill the online counseling form with your preferences:
   • Choose courses, colleges, categories, and quotas.
4. Provisional seat allocation is based on NEET merit and your preferences.
5. Download your provisional allocation letter.
6. Report to the allocated college for document verification and fee payment.

Step 6: Provisional Seat Allotment

• Seats are provisionally allocated based on your merit and preferences.
• Pay the tuition fee online and report to the allocated college for document verification.

Step 7: Document Verification at Allocated College

• Report to your allocated college for document verification.
• The college verifies your eligibility and conducts a medical checkup.
• After verification, pay the online fee and submit the joining report.

Application Fee

Category	Admission Application Fee	GST (18%)	Total Fee
General Candidates	Rs. 5000/-	Rs. 900/-	Rs. 5900/-
SC Category Candidates	Rs. 2500/-	Rs. 450/-	Rs. 2950/-

Documents Required 

• 10^th class certificate
• 12^th class certificate(the candidate must had studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English)
• NEET  Admit card
• NEET  Score Card
• Punjab Resident Certificate
• Category Certificate
• Challan Receipt
• EWS certificate (if applicable)
• Certificate issued by the head of the institution certifying that the candidate has completed Class 10 and Class 12 from their institute

MCC Counseling Registration

Step	Action	Description
1	Visit MCC Official Website	Go to the official MCC Counselling 2023
2	Find the Registration Link	Locate and click on the “Registration” or “New Registration” link on the homepage.
3	Read the Instructions	Carefully read and understand the provided instructions, guidelines, and eligibility criteria.
4	Fill in Personal Details	Enter accurate personal information: full name, date of birth, gender, contact number, email, etc.
5	NEET UG Details	Provide NEET UG exam details: roll number, application number, and exam year.
6	Generate Login Credentials	Create a unique username and strong password for future access to the counseling portal.
7	Payment of Registration Fee	Pay the prescribed fee using available online payment options. Follow provided payment instructions.
8	Verify and Submit	Review entered information, make corrections if needed, and submit the registration form.
9	Confirmation and Printout	Receive a confirmation message/email upon successful submission. Print or save as PDF for records.
10	Keep Registration Details Secure	Safely store registration number, login credentials, and payment receipt for future reference.

Counselling Fee

(Non-Refundable)

Institution Type	UR	SC/ST/OBC/PwD
15% AIQ/Central Universities	Rs. 1,000	Rs. 500
Deemed University	Rs. 5,000	Rs. 5,000

Security Fee (Refundable)

Institution Type	UR	SC/ST/OBC/PwD
15% AIQ/Central Universities	Rs. 1,0000	Rs. 5,000
Deemed University	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 2,00,000

MCC Counselling Process

MCC will be the conducting the counselling process for admission to Medical, Dental Colleges and Nursing Colleges for the AIQ, Central Institues, University, AIMS, JIPMER , Deemed universities, AMU, BHU and etc. The Counselling will be held in Four Rounds Namely Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 and additional Round known as Stray vacancy round which will be the last round for the counselling and admission. Here’re are some details about each round given below:

ROUND-1:

• Register for Main Counseling: Visit www.mcc.nic.in and register for Round-1 by paying a Non-Refundable Registration fee and Refundable Security Deposit.
• Choice Filling and Locking: Choose your preferred institutes and courses during the specified days and lock your choices.
• Seat Allotment Round-1: Based on your choices and merit, seats will be allotted in Round-1.
• Result Publication: The Round-1 result will be published on the MCC website.
• Upload Essential Certificates: After the result is declared, upload the necessary certificates as per the guidelines.
• Physical Reporting: If allotted a seat, physically report to the allocated Medical/Dental College with original documents. Those who want to upgrade to Round-2 must report with their original documents.

ROUND-2:

• Candidates Not Allotted in Round-1: If you weren’t allotted a seat in Round-1, no need to register again. You will automatically be considered for Round-2.
• Fresh Registration for Round-2: New candidates or those who didn’t register in Round-1 must register for Round-2 by paying the fees.
• Choice Filling and Locking: Fill new choices and lock them during the specified period.
• Seat Allotment Round-2: Seats will be allotted based on your choices and merit.
• Result Publication: The Round-2 result will be published on the MCC website.
• Upload Essential Certificates: After the Round-2 result is declared, upload the necessary certificates as per the guidelines.
• Physical Reporting: If allotted a seat in Round-2, physically report to the allocated Medical/Dental College. Upgraded candidates must take relieving from Round-1 seat and join Round-2 seat.

ROUND-3:

• Candidates Not Allotted in Previous Rounds: If you were not allotted a seat in Round-1 or Round-2, no need to register again. You will be considered for Round-3.
• Fresh Registration for Round-3: New candidates or those who didn’t register in Round-1 or Round-2 must register for Round-3 by paying the fees.
• Choice Filling and Locking: Fill new choices and lock them during the specified period.
• Seat Allotment Round-3: Seats will be allotted based on your choices and merit.
• Result Publication: The Round-3 result will be published on the MCC website.
• Upload Essential Certificates: After the Round-3 result is declared, upload the necessary certificates as per the guidelines.
• Physical Reporting: If allotted a seat in Round-3, physically report to the allocated Medical/Dental College.

FINAL STRAY VACANCY ROUND:

• Fresh Registrations: Candidates must register for the Final Stray Vacancy Round.
• Elimination: Candidates with allotted seats in other rounds will be eliminated from the Stray Vacancy Round.
• Stray Vacancy Round: The AIQ Stray Vacancy Round for vacant seats will be conducted online by MCC of DGHS, MoHFW.
• Seat Allotment: Seats will be allotted based on merit in the Stray Vacancy Round.
• Joining Allotted Seat: If allotted a seat in the Stray Round, the candidate must join the allocated seat/college. Failure to join will result in debarment from NEET examination for 01 year and forfeiture of fees.

(Note: Candidates can participate in Round-2 or Round-3 directly without fresh registration if they are not allotted a seat in the previous round. Upgraded candidates cannot claim their previous round seat.)

Documents Required for UG Courses

• NEET-UG Admissions card and score card. 
• Class X Mark Sheet 
• Class XI Mark Sheet
• H.S.C. Mark sheet or any other equivalent exam. 
• Transfer certificate
• Graduation Certificate (if required)
• Permanent Community Certificate Card.
• Income Certificate for the candidates claiming fee exemption.
• Nativity certificate and supporting documentation are required for applicants who have studied from Standard VI to Standard XII in a state other than Tamil Nadu.
• The candidate who is a Tamil Nadu native and has studied from VI to XII standard in Tamil Nadu schools should also present supporting documentation of the parent’s certificates.
• Special Category Form with an additional fee of Rs.100/- via Bank payment portal with relevant certificates for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, Eminent Sports Person and Ex-Servicemen, as applicable, along with the online application form should be uploaded.

Participating Colleges

MBBS Colleges	Affiliation	Institute Type	Established Year	Seats	Annual Fees
Guru Gobind Singh Medical College, Sadiq Road, Faridkot	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Government	1973	150	1,74,000/-
Govt. Medical College, Majitha Road, Amritsar	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Government	1943	250	1,66,000
Govt. Medical College, Sangrur Road, Patiala	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Government	1953	225	1,66,000
Dayanand Medical College, Civil Lines, Ludhiana	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	1963	100	3,85,500
Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Amritsar	Sri Guru Ram Das University of Health Sciences, Amritsar	Private	1997	150	3,85,500
Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences, Garha Road, Jalandhar	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	2011	150	3,85,500
Christian Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	1953	100	3,85,500
Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Bhatinda	Adesh University, Bathinda	Private	2006	150	9,92,000
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhatinda	Statutory Autonomous, AIIMS(New Delhi)	Government	2019	100	5,856
Gian Sagar Medical College and Hospital, Patiala	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	2020	150	10,42,000
Dr B R Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences	Government	2021	100	1,58,000
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot	–	–	–	–	–
Chintpurni Medical College, Pathankot, Gurdaspur	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences	Private	2011	150	Rs. 9,92,000/-

FAQs

Q. What are the eligibility criteria for pursuing MBBS in Punjab?

A. The candidate must have finished 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as essential subjects and a minimum of 50% overall. In addition, they must take the NEET exam and obtain a qualifying score to be considered for admission.

Q: What are the job opportunities in Punjab for medical graduates?

A: Medical graduates from Punjab medical colleges enjoy good employment opportunities in the state’s hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. They can work as doctors, surgeons, medical researchers, and medical officials, among other things.

Q: What is the duration of MBBS course in medical colleges in Punjab?

A: The MBBS course in Punjab medical institutes duration is five and a half years, including one year of mandatory internship.

Q: How can I apply for admission to Punjab medical colleges?

A: The National Eligibility Cumulative Entrance Test (NEET) is used to determine admission to medical colleges in Punjab. Candidates must pass the NEET and apply for admission to Punjab medical colleges through the counselling process run by the Directorate of Medical Education, Punjab.