List of Medical Colleges in Chandigarh 2026-27: MBBS, MD, MS, DNB, SS Seats etc.

List of Medical Colleges in Chandigarh: It includes government medical institutions offering MBBS and MD/MS courses with advanced clinical training at attached teaching hospitals. Admission to undergraduate courses is through NEET-UG, while postgraduate admissions are based on NEET-PG. The counselling and seat allotment process is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and the designated authorities, and all medical colleges operate under the approval of the National Medical Commission (NMC).

In this article, we present an overview of government medical colleges in Chandigarh, including key details such as college type and intake capacity, to help aspirants compare available options and make informed decisions during the medical admission process.

About Chandigarh

Chandigarh is a Union Territory in northern India and serves as the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana. Known for its modern planning, clean environment, and high standard of living, the city is also a major hub for education and healthcare. Chandigarh houses some of India’s most reputed medical institutions, offering quality medical education and advanced clinical training through well-equipped teaching hospitals.

Quick Overview of Chandigarh

Category	Details
Capital	Chandigarh
Official Language	English (Hindi and Punjabi are widely spoken)
Total Area	114 sq. km
Population (2026 )	Around 1.2 million people
Number of Districts	1
Major Rivers	Ghaggar River (nearby)
Highest Point	Shivalik Hills (near Chandigarh)
Key Sectors	Healthcare, Education, Information Technology, Government Services
Popular Tourist Places	Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, Rose Garden, Capitol Complex
Climate	Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cool winters
Famous For	Planned city, PGIMER, quality medical education, clean infrastructure

Chandigarh NEET Summary

Every year, many aspirants apply for NEET to get admission to medical colleges in Chandigarh. Due to limited seats, competition is high, and candidates must secure strong NEET-UG or NEET-PG scores. Chandigarh is known for its reputed government medical institutions and quality medical education.

Particular	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Course Name	MBBS	MD/MS
Entrance Exam	NEET UG	NEET PG
Course Level	Undergraduate (UG)	Postgraduate (PG)
Duration	5.5 Years (including 1-year internship)	3 Years
Stream	Medical Sciences	Medical Specialisations
Examination Type	Yearly/Semester	Yearly/Semester
Eligibility	10+2 with PCB & English	MBBS from a recognised university
Counselling Process	Chandigarh NEET UG Counselling / MCC	MCC NEET PG Counselling
Conducting Authority	Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)	Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
College-wise Cutoff	Chandigarh NEET UG Cutoff	Chandigarh NEET PG Cutoff
College-wise Seat Allotment	Chandigarh NEET UG Seat Allotment	Chandigarh NEET PG Seat Allotment
College-wise Merit List	Chandigarh NEET UG Merit List	Chandigarh NEET PG Merit List
College-wise Fees	Chandigarh Medical College Fees	—
Average Tuition Fees Per Year	Government Quota: 25,000	Government Quota: 45,000
No. of Government Seats	150	155
No. of Private Seats	N/A	N/A
Total Seats	150	155

Government Medical Colleges in Chandigarh

In this section, we provide detailed information on the top government medical colleges in Chandigarh. You can check the complete list below, and click the respective links to view full college details.

.No.	Name of Colleges	District	Establishment Year	Intake Capacity
1	Government Medical College and Hospital Chandigarh	Chandigarh	1991	150
2	PG Institute of Medical Education Chandigarh	Chandigarh	1962	N/A

Private Medical Colleges in Chandigarh

Currently, there are no private medical colleges in Chandigarh. This section is included for reference, and if any private medical colleges are approved in the future, the list will be updated accordingly.

S.No.	Name of Colleges	District	Establishment Year	Intake Capacity
1	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

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