Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) Chandigarh

Introduction

The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) is one of the country's premier medical and research institutions. Since its establishment in 1962, PGIMER Chandigarh has consistently garnered recognition for its excellence in medical education, patient care, and cutting-edge research. PGIMER Chandigarh offers a wide array of courses in various medical and paramedical fields. The institute has modern research facilities and laboratories, where faculty and students engage in groundbreaking research across diverse medical specialties.

The PGIMER paramedical courses aim to provide students with the specialized skills and knowledge required to assist healthcare professionals in clinical environments. Students from PGIMER’s paramedical courses are well-prepared to pursue careers in hospitals, clinics, research laboratories, and healthcare organizations.

Affiliation

University Grant Commission(UGC) ,

Type of University : Private University

Highlights

• The PGIMER Chandigarh paramedical courses are designed to meet the highest standards of paramedical education with rigorous quality assurance processes.
• Students have access to cutting-edge research facilities and can participate in groundbreaking research projects.
• Extensive hands-on clinical training is a core component of PGIMER’s paramedical education, ensuring that students gain practical experience.
• The curriculum is regularly updated to reflect the latest advancements in medical science and technology.

Rankings and Awards

Rankings

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) has ranked the institution number 2 in 2023.

Awards

Faculty and students from PGIMER have received numerous awards for their research contributions, including those in the paramedical sciences.

PGIMER has been recognized as one of the best hospitals in India by various organizations and publications.

Affiliation

• University Grants Commission (UGC)
• Medical Council of India (MCI)
• National Board of Examinations (NBE)
• Association of Indian Universities (AIU)

Courses

Courses

The following are the PGIMER paramedical programs that can be pursued

SR No.	Course Name
Graduate level Courses
1	Bachelors in Medical Laboratory Science
2	BSc Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology
3	BSc Radiotherapy Technology
4	BSc Operation Theatre Technology
5	BSc Med. Tech. Perfusionist
6	BSc Embalming & Mortuary Science
7	Bachelor of Audiology & Speech Language Pathology
8	BSc Medical Technology?
9	Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom)
10	Bachelors of Physiotherapy
11	Bachelor in Public Health (BPH)
12	BSc Medical Animation and Audio-Visual Creation
Postgraduate level courses
13	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Cytopathology
14	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Immunopathology
15	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Biochemistry
16	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Bacteriology & Mycology
17	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Virology
18	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Biotechnology
19	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Histopathology
20	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Hematology
21	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Parasitology
22	MSc Medical Laboratory Technology Pharmacology
23	Msc Medical Laboratory Technology Transfusion Medicine
25	Msc Medical Technology Radiotherapy
26	Msc Medical Technology Radiodiagnosis
27	MSc in Stem Cell and Translational Medicine

Admission

Eligibility

PGIMER paramedical eligibility varies course wise. For graduate courses, 10+2 is typically required, and for postgraduate courses, a graduate degree is required. The details regarding eligibility criteria course-wise are available on PGIMER's official website.

Application process

• The candidates need to apply online on the official website. They should fill out the online application with the utmost care, follow the instructions and help manual, and upload the necessary documents.
• The cost of the application form includes the fee for the entrance examination, which is to be paid at the time of admission.
• No candidate should register more than one application.
• Acknowledgements of successful online registration are forwarded to the applicant's registered email ID.

Admission process

• 1An entrance exam is conducted for PGIMER paramedical admissions. The entrance exam is conducted through a computer-based test (CBT).
• A combined merit list based on the percentile obtained by all the candidates appearing in the entrance test is prepared.)
• The allocation of various disciplines of paramedical courses is done on the basis of personal counseling, strictly in order of merit in the entrance test.
• The selection is finalized only after the counseling of the candidates. Any candidate who is absent at the time of counseling will not be considered for admission.
• Medical fitness is a pre-condition for admission to the course of study at the institute. Selected candidates (except sponsored candidates) are medically examined by a Medical Board constituted by the Institute for the purpose
• Selected candidates must join the course on the prescribed date as indicated in their admission letter. The selection of candidates who fail to join by the specified date is automatically cancelled.

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FAQs

1. What paramedical courses does PGIMER offer?
   • PGIMER offers various paramedical courses at the graduate and postgraduate levels. The course details can be found on the official website.
2. What are the eligibility criteria for PGIMER paramedical courses?
   • PGIMER paramedical eligibility varies course-wise. For graduate courses, 10+2 is typically required, and for postgraduate courses, a graduate degree is required.
3. How do I apply for PGIMER paramedical courses?
   • The candidates need to apply online on the official website, pay the application fee, and upload the necessary documents.
4. Is there an entrance exam for PGIMER paramedical courses?
   • Yes, an entrance exam is conducted for PGIMER paramedical admissions.
5. Does clinical training provide it to PGIMER students?
   • Extensive hands-on clinical training is a core component of PGIMER’s paramedical education, ensuring that students gain practical experience.
6. Where can students apply after pursuing paramedical courses from PGIMER?
   • Students from PGIMER’s paramedical courses are well-prepared to pursue careers in hospitals, clinics, research laboratories, and healthcare organizations.

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