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 Master of Public Health [MPH]
PGIMER Chandigarh offers the Master of Public Health [MPH] as a two-year full-time postgraduate programme under the School of Public Health. PGIMER is an Institute of National Importance and ranks 3 in an external review site’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list. The programme trains health professionals in epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy and management, environmental health, and social and behavioural sciences. Admission is through the PGIMER MPH Entrance Test (July session only); the total course fee is ₹8,440.
PGIMER MPH July 2026 session: the application window closed on 6 May 2026. The entrance exam is scheduled for 31 May 2026. Results and counselling are expected in June 2026 (tentative). The next July 2027 session application window will open around April 2027 (Tentative).
Key Points
- PGIMER Chandigarh is an Institute of National Importance and one of India’s premier academic medical institutions.
- MPH is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme offered exclusively in the July session; no January intake.
- Total course fee is ₹8,440 for the two-year programme.
- Candidates from MBBS, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Sciences, Engineering, and allied health backgrounds are eligible.
- Graduates pursue careers in public health policy, epidemiology, health programme management, government health departments, NGOs, and international organisations.
PGIMER MPH Fees
MPH Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (2-Year Programme) | ₹8,440 |
| Total Fees | ₹8,440 |
- Total course fee of ₹8,440 covers the two-year MPH programme; candidates should verify the exact breakup and payment schedule from the official PGIMER MPH Admission 2026 notification at pgimer.edu.in.
- Hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel charges are payable separately and are not included in the fee above.
PGIMER MPH Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PGIMER MPH Application Opens (July 2026 Session) | April 16, 2026 |
| PGIMER MPH Application Deadline | May 6, 2026 |
| PGIMER MPH Entrance Exam | May 31, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling / Seat Allotment | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Course Commencement | July 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGIMER MPH Entrance Exam | May 6, 2026 | May 31, 2026 | June 2026 (Tentative) |
- PGIMER MPH July 2026 session: the application window was open from 16 April to 6 May 2026; the entrance exam is scheduled for 31 May 2026.
- Admission is offered once a year (July session only); the next intake window will open around April 2027.
- Candidates must appear for the PGIMER MPH Entrance Test; selection is strictly on merit based on entrance test marks.
- Shortlisted candidates must report to PGIMER for document verification and counselling with original certificates including degree, marksheets, category certificate (if applicable), and identity proof.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must hold MBBS / BDS / B.V.Sc / BE / MA / M.Sc or an equivalent degree from a university/institute recognised by the respective council (MCI/DCI/VCI/AICTE/UGC), with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- Must qualify the PGIMER MPH Entrance Test; selection is purely on merit based on entrance test score.
- No upper age limit is prescribed; candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria specified in the official PGIMER MPH Admission notification.
Admission Process
- Register on the PGIMER online portal (pgimer.edu.in) during the application window (typically April to May for the July session).
- Pay the application fee of Rs 1,500 (General/OBC) or Rs 1,200 (SC/ST); PwBD candidates are exempt.
- Download the admit card from the PGIMER portal and appear for the PGIMER MPH Entrance Test on the scheduled date.
- Check the result on the PGIMER portal; shortlisted candidates receive counselling/seat allotment communication.
- Report to PGIMER Chandigarh with original certificates: graduation degree, marksheets, category certificate (if any), and identity proof; pay the course fee to confirm admission.
PGIMER MPH Scholarships 2026
MPH Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | Up to Rs 12,000/year | Graduation completed; 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 the MPH programme; students may apply to national and state-level government scholarship schemes.
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, PGIMER Chandigarh ranks 3 out of 630 colleges in India and 1st in state Chandigarh for its MPH program.
- 2 out of 50 under NIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
- 3 out of 70 under IIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
Read more on PGIMER Chandigarh Rankings here
PGIMER MPH FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MPH at PGIMER Chandigarh?
Ans. The total course fee for MPH at PGIMER Chandigarh is ₹8,440 for the two-year programme. Hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel charges are payable separately. Candidates should verify the exact fee breakup and payment schedule from the official PGIMER MPH Admission 2026 notification at pgimer.edu.in.
Ques. Does PGIMER offer MPH in both January and July sessions?
Ans. No. PGIMER offers MPH once a year in the July session only. There is no January intake for the MPH programme. Candidates who miss the July session must wait for the next cycle, with applications typically opening in April of the following year.
Ques. What educational backgrounds are eligible for PGIMER MPH?
Ans. PGIMER accepts candidates from a wide range of backgrounds for MPH admission: MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc, BE, MA, M.Sc, and equivalent degrees from recognised universities. A minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks is required (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates). Candidates need not hold a medical degree; public health, nursing, social sciences, and engineering graduates also qualify.
Ques. What is the admission process for PGIMER MPH?
Ans. Admission to PGIMER MPH is through the PGIMER MPH Entrance Test, held once a year (July session). For the July 2026 session, the exam was scheduled for 31 May 2026. Applications are submitted online through pgimer.edu.in, typically during April to May. Selection is strictly on merit based on the entrance test score, followed by counselling.
Ques. What are the career prospects after MPH from PGIMER?
Ans. MPH graduates from PGIMER can pursue careers in public health policy, epidemiology, health programme management, community health, environmental health, and healthcare administration. Employment opportunities exist in government health departments, WHO/UNICEF and other international organisations, NGOs, research institutions, hospitals, and academia. PGIMER’s standing as an Institute of National Importance adds significant value to the degree.
Ques. Is the PGIMER MPH degree recognised for government public health roles?
Ans. Yes. PGIMER is an Institute of National Importance established by a Parliament Act, and its degrees are recognised by the UGC and relevant health regulatory bodies. The MPH degree from PGIMER is widely accepted for public health roles in central and state government departments, national health programmes, international organisations, and for eligibility in public health faculty positions at medical colleges.