Bachelor in Public Health [BPH]
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 Public Health [BPH]
PGIMER Chandigarh offers the Bachelor in Public Health [BPH] as a four-year full-time undergraduate programme comprising three years of academic study and one year of mandatory internship. The programme equips students with skills in epidemiology, health promotion, community health, environmental health, and health administration, with clinical training at one of India’s foremost tertiary care medical institutions. PGIMER ranks 3 in an external review site’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list. Admission is through the PGIMER CBT; total tuition for the programme is Rs 2,740, with 15 seats available.
PGIMER BPH 2026 admission notification is expected in late June 2026. The entrance CBT is tentatively scheduled for early August 2026. Candidates should monitor pgimer.edu.in for the official notification and application window.
Key Points
- PGIMER Chandigarh is an Institute of National Importance and one of India’s highest-ranked medical institutions.
- BPH is a four-year full-time programme (3 academic years + 1-year mandatory internship); the course commences in October.
- Only 15 seats are available per cycle (8 General, 4 OBC, 2 SC, 1 ST), making admission highly competitive.
- Admission is through the PGIMER CBT; candidates from any subject stream (not limited to Science) are eligible, along with ANM and health worker certificate holders.
- Total tuition fee for four years is Rs 2,740; no stipend is provided for BPH students.
PGIMER BPH Fees
BPH Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | Rs 835 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | Rs 635 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 3) | Rs 635 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 4 / Internship) | Rs 635 |
| Refundable Security Deposit | Rs 5,000 |
| Total Tuition (4 Years) | Rs 2,740 |
- Total tuition fee for the four-year BPH programme (including one year of mandatory internship) is Rs 2,740; a refundable security deposit of Rs 5,000 is payable at the time of admission and returned on programme completion.
- Fee figures are from third-party sources; candidates must verify the exact current fee from the official PGIMER BPH Admission 2026 notification at pgimer.edu.in.
- Hostel accommodation on campus is available for BPH students; hostel charges are around Rs 1,200 per year (payable separately).
PGIMER BPH 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 BPH 2026 admission dates have not been officially announced; all dates are based on the 2025 admission cycle and are tentative.
- Candidates must apply online through pgimer.edu.in when the official notification is released, typically in late June.
- Selection is based purely on merit in the PGIMER CBT; there is no interview. Counselling is conducted in up to two rounds.
- Candidates must carry original 10+2 marksheets (or ANM certificate), category certificate if applicable, and government-issued photo ID at counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from any subject stream from a recognized Board or University, OR hold an Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) / Male Health Worker / Female Health Worker certificate from a recognized institution.
- Must qualify the PGIMER CBT; selection is strictly on merit based on CBT score.
- No upper age limit is prescribed; candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria specified in the current official PGIMER BPH admission notification.
Admission Process
- Watch for the official PGIMER BPH 2026 notification at pgimer.edu.in, expected in late June 2026.
- Apply online; pay the application fee of Rs 1,500 (General/OBC) or Rs 1,200 (SC/ST); PwBD candidates are exempt from the application fee.
- Appear for the PGIMER CBT (100 MCQs, 90 minutes; questions from General Science, English, and General Knowledge at 10+2 level; negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer).
- Download admit card from the PGIMER portal before the exam date.
- Check the result and merit list on pgimer.edu.in; shortlisted candidates appear for counselling in order of merit.
- Report for counselling with original documents; pay the first-year fee to confirm the seat.
PGIMER BPH Scholarships 2026
BPH Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | As per government norms | Family income below Rs 8,00,000/year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | As per UT norms | Reserved-category candidates; apply at scholarships.gov.in or Chandigarh UT scholarship portal |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities | As per government norms | Minority community candidates; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
- Government scholarship portals typically open in August to October each year; eligible candidates should apply immediately on opening.
- As PGIMER is in Chandigarh (a Union Territory), students apply for UT-level scholarships, not state scholarships.
PGIMER BPH FAQs
Ques. Is BPH at PGIMER only for Science stream students?
Ans. No. PGIMER’s BPH programme accepts students from any subject stream at 10+2 level, not just Science. Candidates with Arts, Commerce, and Humanities backgrounds are eligible, as are those who hold an ANM / Male Health Worker / Female Health Worker certificate from a recognized institution. This makes BPH at PGIMER one of the more accessible public health programmes for non-science graduates.
Ques. What are the job opportunities after BPH from PGIMER?
Ans. BPH graduates from PGIMER can work in government health departments, WHO/UNICEF/NGOs, community health programmes, hospitals, and research institutions. Career roles include health programme coordinator, public health officer, community health worker, district health officer (with further qualifications), and health educator. Many BPH graduates from PGIMER also pursue a Master of Public Health (MPH) for advanced careers.
Ques. What is the PGIMER CBT pattern for BPH admission?
Ans. The PGIMER CBT is a Computer-Based Test with 100 MCQs to be completed in 90 minutes. Questions cover General Science, English, and General Knowledge at the 10+2 level. There is negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer. The same exam is used for admission to all PGIMER paramedical and BPH programmes in a given cycle.
Ques. Does the BPH at PGIMER include a stipend or scholarship?
Ans. No. PGIMER BPH students do not receive a monthly stipend (unlike DM/M.Ch/MD/MS residents who receive 7th CPC stipends). Students can, however, apply for government scholarships (NSP, SC/ST Post-Matric, Minority) through scholarships.gov.in. The tuition fee is very nominal at Rs 2,740 total for the full four years.
Ques. Can students from outside Chandigarh apply for PGIMER BPH?
Ans. Yes. PGIMER BPH is an all-India programme; there is no domicile or state-quota restriction. Candidates from any state can apply and be admitted based on merit in the PGIMER CBT. Hostel accommodation is available on campus for outstation students; hostel charges are around Rs 1,200 per year.
Ques. What is the difference between BPH and MPH at PGIMER?
Ans. BPH (Bachelor in Public Health) is an undergraduate (UG) programme of four years open to 10+2 students; it is the entry-level public health degree at PGIMER. MPH (Master of Public Health) is a postgraduate (PG) two-year programme open to MBBS/BDS/B.Sc graduates. BPH has 15 seats while MPH has a separate intake. Both are offered by PGIMER’s School of Public Health.