Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science[BMLS]
at Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research - [PGIMER]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) for the Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing) program include an initial admission fee of 5,000 INR, which is refundable upon course completion. The annual tuition fee is approximately 835 INR with a minor examination fee of 200 INR each year.
A refundable security charge of 5,000 INR is also applicable. Hostel facilities are available at a fee of 3,500 INR per year, with an additional mess charge of 1,080 INR per month. A stipend of 500 INR per month is disbursed throughout the course duration. During the six-month internship period, a stipend totaling 13,500- 14,000 INR is provided.
Scholarships are available, providing further financial assistance.
About Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science[BMLS]
PGIMER Chandigarh offers the Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science [BMLS] as a three-and-a-half-year full-time paramedical programme followed by six months of mandatory internship. PGIMER is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, and ranks 3 in an external review site’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list. The programme provides training in clinical biochemistry, haematology, microbiology, histopathology, blood banking, and immunology in a high-volume tertiary referral hospital. Admission is through the PGIMER CBT (Computer-Based Test); the total course fee is Rs 10,500, with 14 seats available.
PGIMER Paramedical 2026 admission dates have not been officially announced. Based on the 2025 cycle, the application form is expected in late June 2026, with the PGIMER CBT tentatively scheduled for early August 2026. Candidates should monitor pgimer.edu.in for the official notification.
Key Points
- PGIMER Chandigarh is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
- BMLS is a 3.5-year full-time programme followed by 6 months of mandatory internship in PGIMER’s high-volume diagnostic laboratories.
- Total course fee is Rs 10,500 for the teaching programme; hostel charges are payable separately.
- 14 seats available per admission cycle; selection is through PGIMER CBT merit.
- Graduates work in government and private diagnostic laboratories, hospital pathology departments, blood banks, and research institutions.
PGIMER BMLS Fees
BMLS Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (3.5-Year Programme) | Rs 10,500 |
| Total Fees | Rs 10,500 |
- Total course fee of Rs 10,500 covers the three-year teaching programme; internship-year fee, if any, is notified separately.
- Hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel charges are payable separately and are not included in the fee above.
- Candidates must verify the exact fee breakup and payment schedule from the official PGIMER Paramedical Admission 2026 notification at pgimer.edu.in.
PGIMER BMLS Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PGIMER Paramedical Notification Released | Late June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Deadline (PGIMER CBT) | Mid-July 2026 (Tentative) |
| PGIMER CBT Entrance Exam | Early August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | Mid-August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling Round 1 | Late August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling Round 2 | Late September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Course Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGIMER CBT | Mid-July 2026 (Tentative) | Early August 2026 (Tentative) | Mid-August 2026 (Tentative) |
- PGIMER Paramedical 2026 admission dates have not been officially announced; all dates above are based on the 2025 cycle and are tentative.
- Candidates must apply online through the official PGIMER portal (pgimer.edu.in) when the notification is released, typically in late June.
- Counselling is conducted in up to two rounds; candidates must carry original 10+2 marksheets, category certificate (if applicable), and identity proof.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed 10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent (45 percent for SC/ST candidates).
- Must qualify the PGIMER CBT (Computer-Based Test) conducted for paramedical admissions; selection is based on CBT merit.
- Candidates who have completed a diploma in medical laboratory technology from a recognised institution are also eligible to apply.
- Age limit: minimum 17 years as of September 1, 2026; upper age limit as per official PGIMER notification.
Admission Process
- Check pgimer.edu.in for the Paramedical Admission 2026 notification, expected in late June 2026.
- Register and apply online; pay the application fee of Rs 1,500 (General/OBC) or Rs 1,200 (SC/ST).
- Appear for the PGIMER CBT (Computer-Based Test) with 100 MCQs from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and General Knowledge at the 10+2 level; negative marking (-0.25 per wrong answer) applies.
- Download admit card from the PGIMER portal before the exam date.
- After result declaration, participate in counselling (up to two rounds) at PGIMER Chandigarh; report with original documents and pay the course fee to confirm admission.
PGIMER BMLS Scholarships 2026
BMLS Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | Up to Rs 12,000/year | 10+2 passed; family income below Rs 4.5 lakh/year; merit-based; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per UT/State norms | SC/ST candidates; apply at scholarships.gov.in or respective state portal |
| OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | As per UT/State norms | OBC candidates; apply at respective state scholarship portal |
- Government scholarship windows typically open August to October; eligible candidates should apply through scholarships.gov.in or the respective UT/state portal.
- PGIMER does not offer a separate institutional merit scholarship for paramedical programmes; students may apply to national and state-level government scholarship schemes.
PGIMER BMLS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BMLS at PGIMER Chandigarh?
Ans. The total course fee for BMLS at PGIMER Chandigarh is Rs 10,500 for the three-and-a-half-year teaching programme. Hostel charges are payable separately. Candidates should verify the current fee structure from the official PGIMER Paramedical Admission notification at pgimer.edu.in.
Ques. How many seats are available in BMLS at PGIMER?
Ans. 14 seats are available in BMLS at PGIMER Chandigarh per admission cycle, distributed across General, OBC, SC, ST, and other reserved categories as per government reservation norms. PGIMER’s national standing makes competition for these seats considerable.
Ques. What is the selection process for BMLS at PGIMER?
Ans. Selection is through the PGIMER CBT (Computer-Based Test), covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and General Knowledge at the 10+2 level with 100 MCQs and negative marking. Shortlisted candidates are called for counselling; final admission is based on CBT merit.
Ques. What is the scope after BMLS from PGIMER Chandigarh?
Ans. BMLS graduates from PGIMER can work as medical laboratory scientists in clinical biochemistry, haematology, microbiology, histopathology, and blood banking departments in government and private hospitals. They may also pursue M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) or MMLT programmes for advanced specialisation.
Ques. Is there an internship after BMLS at PGIMER?
Ans. Yes. The BMLS programme at PGIMER includes six months of mandatory internship after the three-and-a-half-year academic programme, making the total programme duration around four years. The internship is conducted at PGIMER’s own diagnostic laboratories, providing hands-on training in all major laboratory disciplines.
Ques. When does PGIMER release the BMLS admission notification?
Ans. PGIMER typically releases the Paramedical Admission notification in late June each year. For 2025, the notification was released on 25 June 2025 with applications open until 16 July 2025 and the CBT on 4 August 2025. The 2026 notification is expected to follow a similar schedule; candidates should regularly check pgimer.edu.in.