
Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh
GMC also known as Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh, was established in 1991. GMC Chandigarh was established due to the lack of medical colleges for MBBS and postgraduate courses. It has been consistently ranked among the top 25 medical institutions in India. It offers postgraduate courses in Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, Psychiatry, Radiodiagnosis, Radiation Oncology, and Transfusion Medicine.
With a total annual intake of 132 students. It offers undergraduate courses in many allied health sciences. It offers post-doctoral training in almost all clinical specialties, which are highly sought-after due to the quality of training it provides.
Highlights
| Name of the College | Government Medical College |
| University | Punjab University |
| District/ State | Chandigarh |
| Establishing Year | 1991 |
| Intake | 150 MBBS, 115 MD, 42 MS |
| Type | Government College |
| Recognized/ Permitted | Recognized |
| Hospital Beds | 967 |
| Official Website | https://gmch.gov.in/ |

Courses Offered
The college offers the following range of courses:.
| Courses | No. of courses | Eligibility |
| MBBS | 1 | 10+2: 50 % Exams: NEET UG |
| MD | 4 | Exams: NEET PG |
| MS | 4 | Exams: NEET PG |

Eligibility Criteria
| Age | Minimum 17 years old as of December 31st of the admission year; no maximum age limit. |
| Qualifications | Completion of 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English. English Requirement – English must be the medium of instruction, OR – English must have been a compulsory subject in school. |
| Minimum Qualifying (%) | NEET-UG qualification: – General: Minimum 50th percentile. – SC/ST/OBC: Minimum 40th percentile. |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG qualification, application submission, and counseling conducted by MCC (Medical Counseling Committee) or the state authority. |
Reservation policy
| Category | Reservation |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| NEET reservation for OBC-NCL | 27% |
| GEN-EWS | 10% |
| Person with disability | 5% |
Fees Structure
The detailed fee structure for MBBS at Government Medical College and Hospital Chandigarh is given in the table below
| Tuition Fee (Per year) | ₹24,979 |
| Other State | – |
| Hostel | – |
| Security | – |
| Total Course Fee | ₹1,24,895 |
Cut Off:
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Admission Process
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Completion of 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.
- A minimum aggregate score of 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Candidates must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31st of the admission year.
- Entrance Examination:
- Aspiring candidates must qualify for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
- Application Process:
- After obtaining a valid NEET-UG score, candidates need to participate in the Punjab NEET counseling process, managed by the Examination Authority.
- Registration for counseling is done online through the official website.
- Choice Filling and Locking:
- During counseling, candidates must select GMC Chandigarh as their preferred institution.
- Choices should be locked within the stipulated time frame.
- Seat Allotment:
- Seats are allotted based on NEET-UG rank, reservation criteria, and availability.
- The allotment result is published on the official counseling website.
- Reporting to the College:
- Candidates who receive a seat allotment must report to the college within the specified dates.
- They should carry all necessary documents for verification and complete the admission formalities.
- Document Verification:
- Essential documents include:
- NEET-UG scorecard and admit card.
- 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates.
- Domicile certificate (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (for reserved categories).
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Any other documents specified by the counseling authority.
- Essential documents include:
- Fee Payment:
- After document verification, candidates must pay the requisite admission fees as per the college’s guidelines.
- Commencement of Classes:
- Upon completion of all admission procedures, students will begin their MBBS course as per the academic calendar.
MD/MS Admission Procedure: Admission to all MD, MS Medical PG Courses will be based on performance in the NEET PG by NBE, and Seat Allotment Done Through Centralized Counselling Admission Process conducted by official authority.

Documents Required
- NEET-UG Admit Card
- NEET-UG Scorecard
- 10th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
- 12th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Migration Certificate (if applicable)
- Character Certificate
- Domicile Certificate (for Karnataka state quota candidates)
- Caste Certificate (for reserved category candidates, issued by a competent authority)
- Income Certificate (if applicable for fee concessions or scholarships)
- Aadhar Card or other Government-issued Identity Proof
- Allotment Letter from Karnataka NEET Counseling Authority (KEA)
- Passport-sized Photographs (6-8 copies)
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Proof of Fee Payment (Receipt/Challan)
- Gap Certificate (if applicable, for candidates with a gap year)
FAQ’s
What are the quotas that are prevalent in GMCH for MBBS admissions?
There are three types of quotas which are prevalent :
- All India Quota - Admission through MCC counseling.
- Chandigarh Pool Quota – Admission through GMCH Counseling itself.
- Central Pool Quota – Admission through concerned Ministry/Department Counseling.
What courses are offered by GMCH, Chandigarh?
Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh offers UG, PG, and Super Specialty Courses in the field of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health Sciences. MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, B.Optom, B.Sc Paramedical, MD, MS, and DM are the major courses offered by GMCH Chandigarh. The institute also offers an M.Phil in Clinical Psychology and Psychiatric Social Work.