PGIMER B.Sc Nursing Entrance (Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh)
Overview
PGIMER B.Sc (Hons) Nursing entrance is a computer-based test conducted by PGIMER Chandigarh for admission to its 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme. Separate from NEET UG and AIIMS Nursing - has its own brochure, application portal and merit list. Limited seats (~50) make it highly competitive.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Computer-based test (CBT)
Duration:90 minutes
Total Marks:100
Marking Scheme:+1 for correct; check the latest brochure for negative marking
Sections
Biology
40 Questions•40 Marks
Physics
20 Questions•20 Marks
Chemistry
20 Questions•20 Marks
English & General Knowledge
20 Questions•20 Marks
Syllabus
Biology
- Class 11 & 12 NCERT - Botany & Zoology
- Human Physiology
Physics
- Class 11 & 12 NCERT Physics fundamentals
Chemistry
- Class 11 & 12 NCERT Chemistry fundamentals
English & GK
- Comprehension
- Grammar
- Current affairs
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with at least 55% aggregate
- Age between 17 and 25 years on the cut-off date (relaxation for reserved categories)
- Indian nationals; OCI eligible per the year's brochure
Important Dates
Registration window
March-April 2027
Exam date (tentative)
13 June 2027
Result
June 2027
Application Process
- Register on pgimer.edu.in during the application window
- Upload documents and pay the fee
- Download admit card before the exam
- Counselling follows the merit list
💡 Preparation Tips
- Master NCERT Biology - highest weight subject
- Practise English comprehension and current affairs
- Solve PGIMER nursing past papers
❓ FAQs
Is PGIMER Nursing through NEET?
No. PGIMER conducts its own CBT separately from NEET and AIIMS Nursing.
How many seats?
Approximately 50 B.Sc (Hons) Nursing seats - highly competitive.