What is the PGIMER 2027 exam pattern?

PGIMER 2027 has 250 MCQs from all MBBS subjects. Duration is 210 minutes (3.5 hours). Marking: +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect. Total marks: 250. The exam is now conducted under INI CET.

Is PGIMER now part of INI CET?

Yes, PGIMER Chandigarh MD/MS/MDS seats are now filled through INI CET conducted by AIIMS Delhi. PGIMER no longer conducts its own separate entrance examination. INI CET scores are used for PGIMER admissions.

How many PG seats are available at PGIMER Chandigarh?

PGIMER Chandigarh offers approximately 300+ MD/MS/PhD seats across specialties. Radiology, Medicine, Neurology, and Cardiology seats at PGIMER are among the most coveted PG seats in India.

What rank is needed for PGIMER Chandigarh MD seats?

For premier specialties like Radiology and Medicine at PGIMER Chandigarh, candidates typically need AIR in top 100-200 in INI CET. Other specialties may be available at AIR 300-600 depending on the session and year.

What makes PGIMER a top choice for medical PG admissions?

PGIMER Chandigarh is a world-class research and clinical institute. It offers excellent clinical exposure, stipend of Rs. 60,000-80,000/month for residents, world-class infrastructure, and strong research opportunities.

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PGIMER Preparation Guide

PGIMER Chandigarh

Your Complete Preparation Guide for PGIMER 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyVery Hard

Total Marks250

Duration210 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Online (CBT)

Frequency

Twice a year (June & December)

Next Exam Date

June 2027

EEligibility Criteria

MBBS with internship completion

ANumber of Attempts

No limit

Study Plan by Subject

All medical subjects

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

PGIMER questions are highly clinical and scenario-based — practice case-based MCQs extensively

Study from PGI Chandigarh-specific question banks as the exam has unique question styles compared to NEET PG

Focus on subspecialty topics in Medicine, Surgery, and Radiology which are strongly represented at PGI

Practice with INI CET pattern mocks since PGIMER admissions now go through INI CET

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
All medical subjects	250	250	210 min
Total	250	250	210 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

March 2027

Next Exam Date

June 2027

Conducted By

PGIMER Chandigarh

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