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Government Medical Colleges:
~5–6
Total Government MBBS Seats:
~800–999
Private Medical Colleges:
~7–8
Total Private MBBS Seats
~900–950
Introduction
The Punjab Medical Council (PMC) is a statutory body established to regulate the practice of modern medicine and maintain professional standards for medical practitioners across the state of Punjab. The council functions under the provisions of the Punjab Medical Council Act and operates as an autonomous authority under the Government of Punjab.
The Punjab Medical Council is responsible for the registration, regulation, and professional conduct of doctors practicing modern medicine (Allopathy) in Punjab. It ensures that medical practitioners possess the required educational qualifications and follow ethical standards as mandated by law.
The council is headed by a President elected from among its members. Its composition includes elected and nominated members, representatives of the state government, medical universities, and registered medical practitioners from Punjab.
Key Functions of Punjab Medical Council
Registration and renewal of registration of medical practitioners
Maintenance of the State Medical Register of Punjab
Regulation of professional conduct, ethics, and discipline of doctors
Investigation of complaints and disciplinary action in cases of professional misconduct
Ensuring compliance with medical laws, rules, and professional standards in Punjab
Courses Regulated by Punjab Medical Council
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery)
Postgraduate Medical Degrees and Diplomas (MD / MS / DNB)
Super-Specialty Medical Courses (DM / MCh)
Note: The Punjab Medical Council regulates only modern medicine (Allopathy). Nursing, dental, physiotherapy, and AYUSH courses are governed by their respective councils.
National Affiliation and Recognition
The Punjab Medical Council operates in accordance with national medical regulations and is recognized under the National Medical Commission (NMC), which replaced the Medical Council of India (MCI). This alignment ensures that medical education, registration, and professional practice in Punjab remain consistent with national standards.
Eligibility
Basic Requirements
Must be 17+ years by 31 December
Must have passed 10+2 with PCB
Must meet the minimum qualifying marks as per NMC/state
Valid NEET-UG score is compulsory
For Management Quota
Any Indian student with NEET qualification
Some colleges prefer Tamil Nadu domicile.
Factors to Consider Before Taking Admission
Before taking admission under the management quota for MBBS in Punjab, candidates should carefully evaluate the following factors:
NEET Eligibility: Ensure your NEET-UG score meets the minimum qualifying percentile and the specific cut-off requirements of the Punjab medical college you are applying to.
Fee Structure: Management quota seats in Punjab private medical colleges involve significantly higher tuition fees compared to government quota seats. Review the complete fee breakup, including tuition, hostel, and other charges.
College Recognition: Verify that the medical college is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and permitted to offer MBBS seats for the current academic year.
Infrastructure & Hospital Facilities: Assess the quality of classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and the associated teaching hospital, as these directly impact learning and clinical training.
Clinical Exposure: Check patient inflow, hands-on clinical exposure, and internship opportunities provided by the affiliated hospital, which are crucial for practical medical education.
Hostel & Living Facilities: Consider hostel availability, accommodation quality, campus security, and overall living conditions, especially if you are from outside Punjab.
Counselling & Admission Process: Confirm that admission is conducted through the official Punjab state counselling authority and follows NEET-based regulations to avoid fraudulent or unauthorized admissions.
Student Feedback: Review feedback from current students or alumni to gain realistic insights into academics, faculty support, examinations, and campus life.
Process
Fee Structure
Note: The fee details mentioned below are approximate figures based on recent admission trends in Punjab. Actual fees may vary depending on the medical college, seat category, and counselling year. Candidates are advised to verify the latest fee structure from the official college website or Punjab state counselling authority before taking admission.
MBBS Fee Structure (Punjab – Management Quota)
Annual Fees: ₹10 – ₹15 Lakhs per year in private medical colleges.
Includes: Tuition and academic charges.
Living Expenses: ₹2 – ₹2.5 Lakhs per year (hostel, food, personal costs).
BDS Fee Structure (Punjab)
Annual Fees: ₹4 – ₹6 Lakhs per year in private dental colleges.
Living Expenses: ₹1.5 – ₹2 Lakhs per year.
MDS Fee Structure (Punjab)
Annual Fees: ₹8 – ₹18 Lakhs per year, depending on specialization.
Living Expenses: ₹2 – ₹2.75 Lakhs per year.
Punjab Private Medical Colleges – MBBS Management Quota Fees
Important Points to Remember
MBBS management quota admissions in Punjab are strictly NEET-UG based.
Fees may vary each year and are subject to state counselling authority and college regulations.
No private medical college in Punjab offers direct admission without NEET counselling.
Hostel, mess, and miscellaneous charges are usually additional to tuition fees.
Entrance
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to MBBS and BDS courses across India, including medical colleges in Punjab.
NEET-UG qualification is mandatory for all students seeking admission to undergraduate medical courses in government, private, and management quota seats in Punjab. MBBS admissions in the state are carried out strictly on the basis of NEET-UG scores through the official Punjab state counselling process.
About the National Testing Agency (NTA)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is a government body established in 2017 under the Ministry of Education (MoE). It is responsible for conducting major national-level entrance examinations in India with a focus on transparency, efficiency, and fairness.
Role of NTA in Medical Admissions
Conducts NEET-UG, which is mandatory for admission to MBBS and BDS courses across India.
NEET-UG scores are used for admission to government, private, and management quota MBBS seats in Punjab.
Note: NEET-PG is conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), not NTA.
Key Features of NTA
Transparent and standardized examination process
Uniform exam pattern across India
Fair evaluation using advanced systems
High credibility and reliability in entrance examinations
Exam Frequency
NEET-UG: Conducted once every year
Colleges
Cutoff
What the NEET Cutoff Means
The NEET qualifying cutoff percentile is the minimum percentile a candidate must score in NEET-UG to become eligible for MBBS/BDS admission and counselling in Punjab. Meeting this cutoff makes a student eligible for counselling but does not guarantee admission to any medical college.
Category-Wise NEET Qualifying Cutoff
General (Unreserved) Category
Percentile Required: 50th percentile
Approximate Marks Range: 686 – 144
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
Percentile Required: 50th percentile
Approximate Marks Range: 686 – 144
EWS follows the same qualifying cutoff as the General category.
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)
Percentile Required: 40th percentile
Approximate Marks Range: 143 – 113
Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Percentile Required: 40th percentile
Approximate Marks Range: 143 – 113
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
General-PwBD: 45th percentile (Approx. 143 – 127 marks)
OBC/SC/ST-PwBD: 40th percentile (Approx. 126 – 113 marks)
Important Notes for Punjab MBBS Admission
These cutoffs are minimum qualifying marks required to participate in Punjab state counselling and All-India counselling.
Final admission cutoffs for Punjab medical colleges are much higher and vary by college, quota, and category.
Actual MBBS admission depends on factors such as NEET rank, state quota, reservation policy, seat availability, and counselling preferences.
Counselling
Overview
MBBS admissions in Punjab are conducted through NEET-UG–based counselling managed by authorized national and state authorities. The admission process covers government medical colleges, private medical colleges, and management quota seats, strictly in accordance with National Medical Commission (NMC) and government regulations.
In Punjab, MBBS counselling is conducted through:
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Punjab – for State Quota seats in government colleges and all seats (including management quota) in private medical colleges
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) – for All India Quota (AIQ) seats
Seat Categories in Punjab
Punjab State Quota Seats (Government Medical Colleges)
85% of MBBS seats in Punjab government medical colleges are reserved under the State Quota.
Seat allotment is based on NEET-UG rank, Punjab domicile eligibility, and applicable reservation rules (SC / ST / BC / EWS / PwBD).
All India Quota (AIQ)
15% of MBBS seats in government medical colleges are filled under the All India Quota.
Counselling is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
Open to candidates from all states across India.
Private / Management Quota Seats (Punjab)
Management quota seats are available in private medical colleges across Punjab.
These seats are allotted only through NEET-UG–based state counselling conducted by BFUHS.
NEET qualification is mandatory, and no direct or offline admission is permitted.
Punjab MBBS Seat Allotment Process (Step-by-Step)
1. Online Registration
Register on the official BFUHS counselling portal (or MCC portal for AIQ).
Enter NEET-UG details, personal information, and upload required documents.
2. Merit List / Rank Consideration
Seat allotment is based on NEET-UG All India Rank (AIR).
Category-wise eligibility and reservation norms are applied.
3. Document Verification
Verification is conducted online or at designated centres.
Candidates must submit valid academic, identity, and category documents.
4. Choice Filling & Fee Payment
Select preferred colleges and courses.
Pay the required registration and security deposit fees.
5. Seat Allotment Result
Results are published online for each counselling round.
Candidates can view the allotted college and course on the portal.
6. Reporting to Allotted College
Download the seat allotment letter.
Report to the allotted college within the prescribed timeline with original documents and fees.
Documents Required at Reporting
NEET-UG Admit Card & Scorecard
Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets / Certificates
Punjab Domicile Certificate (for State Quota, if applicable)
Category / EWS / PwBD Certificates (if applicable)
Seat Allotment Letter
Proof of Counselling Fee Payment
Multiple sets of self-attested photocopies
MBBS Counselling Rounds in Punjab
Round 1: Initial seat allotment based on NEET rank and preferences
Round 2: Upgradation and allotment against vacant seats
Mop-Up Round: Conducted for remaining vacant seats
Stray Vacancy Round (if applicable): Final round as per official guidelines
Important Notes for Punjab Aspirants
Counselling is centralised, online, and strictly merit-based.
NEET-UG qualification is mandatory for all MBBS seats (Government, Private, Management Quota).
Punjab domicile is required only for State Quota seats, not for AIQ or management quota seats.
No medical college in Punjab can grant MBBS admission outside the official counselling process.
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