Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 is the admission process for MD, MS, PG Diploma and DNB seats in Punjab, based on the NEET PG 2026 score. NEET PG 2026 is conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). The state counselling is conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot.
In the government medical colleges, 50% of the seats form the All India Quota (AIQ). These seats are filled at the national level by the Government of India through the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). The other 50% are State Quota seats, and BFUHS counsels them. BFUHS also counsels the seats in private and minority institutions of Punjab, such as government quota, management quota, minority quota and NRI quota seats, wherever these exist.
A candidate who wants to try for both AIQ and Punjab State Quota seats has to follow both processes. The counselling covers MD/MS and PG Diploma seats in Punjab colleges, Post-MBBS DNB and Diploma seats in district hospitals (State Quota seats here are for in-service candidates), the PG Diploma in Sports Medicine at Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS), Patiala, and the six-month training in Ultrasonography.
The admission guidelines and tentative seat distribution were published on 13 October 2026. The online application window is started from 14 to 18 October 2026. The provisional merit list is scheduled for 21 October 2026, and Round 1 choice filling is scheduled from 24 to 29 October 2026.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Latest News & Notification
Candidates should keep checking for registration dates, merit lists, seat matrix, allotment results and any change in the schedule. The table below lists the 2026 updates available so far:
| Date | Latest Update | Details |
| 13 October 2026 | Punjab NEET PG Prospectus | Download PDF |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Highlights
The table below gives a quick view of how the counselling works. It will help you understand the structure before going into the detailed sections.
| Particular | Details |
| Counselling Name | Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, authorised by the Government of Punjab |
| NEET PG Exam | NEET PG 2026 (conducted by NBEMS) |
| MCC Counselling | Handles the 50% All India Quota seats in Punjab government colleges. MCC guidelines and amendments also apply to Punjab counselling |
| Counselling Website | www.bfuhs.ac.in |
| Counselling Type | State counselling: online application and online choice filling, followed by reporting in person at the allotted college |
| State Quota | 50% of seats in government medical colleges |
| All India Quota | 50% of seats in government medical colleges |
| Number of Participating Institutions | 10 medical institutions in the MD/MS/PG Diploma seat distribution, plus NSNIS Patiala and district hospitals for DNB |
| Registration Mode | Online only. Offline applications are not accepted |
| NEET PG 2026 Qualification | Mandatory |
| Application Fee | Rs.5,900 (Rs.2,950 for SC), including 18% GST |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Important Dates
The dates below are the confirmed schedule for the application stage and Round 1.
| Event | Date |
| Admission guidelines and tentative seat distribution | 13 October 2026 |
| Registration Begins | 14 October 2026 |
| Registration Ends | 18 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction in Application (in person at the university) | Up to 19 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | Up to 19 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| PCMS Category: submission of form and documents in person | Up to 19 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| NRI Quota: hard copy of application | Up to 19 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Christian and Sikh Minority Quota: verification | Up to 19 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Provisional Merit List | 21 October 2026 |
| Objections against Provisional Merit List | Up to 22 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Revised Merit List (if any change) | 23 October 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling | 24 October to 29 October 2026 |
| Round 1 Processing and Seat Allotment | 30 October to 1 November 2026 |
| Round 1 Provisional Result | 2 November 2026 |
| Objections against Provisional Allotment | 3 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Revised Provisional Result (if any change) | 4 November 2026 |
| Reporting and Fee Payment | 5 November to 10 November 2026 |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Quotas
The quota structure in Punjab is different for government colleges and private colleges. Please do not assume that it works like another state or like MCC counselling. The sections below explain each seat type separately.
All India Quota (AIQ)
In government institutions of Punjab, 50% of the total seats are filled at the All India level by the Government of India. Candidates who want these seats take part in MCC NEET PG counselling 2026. BFUHS does not fill these seats.
State Quota in Government Colleges
The remaining 50% seats in government institutions are State Quota seats. BFUHS counsels them. All State Quota seats in the General, PwD and EWS categories are Institutional Preference (IP) seats. Reserved seats for SC and BC candidates are filled as per the reservation policy.
PCMS doctors can be considered under the IP category, whether they passed MBBS from BFUHS, from another university in Punjab or from a university outside Punjab.
Private and Minority Institutions
BFUHS counsels the seats of the private institutions listed below. The split is different for each institution, so it is better to check the final seat distribution before choice filling.
| Institution | Seat Distribution |
| DMC, Ludhiana | 50% Open Merit (Government Quota) and 50% Management Quota. NRI seats up to 15% |
| CMC, Ludhiana | Christian minority institution. Admissions follow the procedure allowed to it by the Supreme Court. The seat distribution shows IP, SC, BC, PwD (IP), Minority and NRI seats |
| SGRD University, Amritsar | 50% General Quota and 50% Sikh Minority Quota. NRI seats up to 7.5% in each |
| Adesh Institute, Bathinda | 50% General Merit seats (IP for Adesh MBBS graduates, with SC/BC/PwD seats) and 50% Open Merit seats on an all-India basis. No NRI quota |
| Gian Sagar Medical College, Rajpura | Government Quota and Management Quota seats, as shown in the seat distribution |
In DMC and CMC Ludhiana, IP seats go to candidates who passed MBBS from BFUHS. In SGRD Amritsar and Adesh Bathinda, IP seats go to candidates who passed MBBS from the same university. The seats left in the management and minority quotas, and the open 50% seats at Adesh and SGRD, are filled on an all-India basis.
If a candidate is eligible under more than one quota, the seat is given in the order of priority fixed by the Punjab Government. In private institutions, an eligible candidate is first considered against the Management Quota, so that Punjab graduates get the maximum benefit. If no such seat is available, the candidate is considered against the IP Quota or another quota. A candidate eligible for both an IP seat and a Minority seat is first considered for the IP seat.
NRI Quota
NRI seats are available only in some private institutions, as shown above. These seats are filled on NEET PG 2026 merit, in this order:
- Category I: NRIs or children of NRIs who originally belonged to Punjab.
- Category II: NRIs or children of NRIs who originally belonged to another Indian state.
If enough Category I candidates are available, they are admitted first, even if Category II candidates have a higher rank. Unfilled NRI seats go to the management quota. Candidates must first get an Eligibility Certificate from BFUHS before applying for the NRI Quota.
DNB, Sports Medicine and Ultrasonography Seats
- Post-MBBS DNB and Diploma: In district hospitals, 50% seats are AIQ and 50% are State seats for in-service candidates. BFUHS counsels the State seats.
- PG Diploma in Sports Medicine: NSNIS Patiala has 3 seats, covered under the same counselling.
- Six-month Ultrasonography training: Seats are available in GMC Amritsar, GMC Patiala, DMC Ludhiana and SGRD Amritsar. In government colleges, only PCMS candidates are eligible at first. Vacant seats are then offered to medical graduates of Punjab, and after that to candidates of other states on NEET PG merit.
Conversion of Vacant Seats
Unfilled NRI seats are shifted to the general pool. Seats that remain vacant after reserved category and NRI candidates are exhausted are converted into the general pool of the management quota in the third round, or as per the guidelines issued by MCC from time to time. Individual institutions cannot call fresh applications.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Only candidates who have qualified NEET PG 2026 and meet the conditions below can apply. Meeting these conditions only allows you to take part in the counselling.
| Eligibility Requirement | Details |
| NEET PG Qualification | Must have qualified NEET PG 2026. A rank or score alone does not give any right to admission |
| Educational Qualification | Recognised MBBS degree, or a foreign medical degree recognised by the Government of India/NMC. If the qualification is found unrecognised at any stage, the admission is cancelled |
| Internship | One-year compulsory rotatory internship is required. Candidates likely to complete it by the NMC cut-off date can apply, but must submit a certificate from the head of the institution. Candidates specifically exempted do not need it |
| Registration | Provisional or permanent registration with a State Medical Council or NMC |
| Domicile Requirement | SC and BC candidates must be domiciled in Punjab, whichever university or college they graduated from. PwD candidates have no such restriction |
| State Eligibility | State Quota General, PwD and EWS seats in government colleges are IP seats. In private institutions, IP seats go to MBBS graduates of the concerned university |
| Other Requirements | Only one application per candidate. EWS certificate must be from a Punjab authority. In-service and NRI candidates need the certificates explained below |
NEET PG Eligibility and State Eligibility
NEET PG 2026 qualification is the base requirement. After that, the Punjab Government’s own conditions apply, such as domicile for SC/BC candidates, IP rules and the certificates for special categories. Where the two sets of rules differ, the Punjab rules decide eligibility for state seats.
Final eligibility is checked by the Principal of the allotted college when the candidate reports with original documents. Being in the merit list or getting a provisional seat does not confirm admission.
In-Service (PCMS) Candidates
Regular PCMS doctors with the required rural service can get incentive marks on their NEET PG 2026 score. The incentive is 20% for 2 years of service in a difficult rural area (Category D) or 3 years in another rural area (Category C), or a combination of both. It is 30% for 3 years in Category D or 4.5 years in Category C, or a combination. Rural service is counted up to 31 March 2026.
In-service candidates need the Eligibility Certificate from the Health Department, a service certificate and the signed undertaking. PCMS doctors who have completed one year of service can also apply without incentive marks and are treated as IP candidates. They need an NOC from the competent authority of the Punjab Government. Doctors working in other government departments, boards or corporations can take part only with an NOC from their employer.
NRI Candidates
NRI candidates must first get a Provisional Eligibility Certificate from BFUHS by applying with the prescribed fee. They must have a recognised MBBS, completed internship, a NEET PG 2026 qualification and medical registration. NRI status is proved with documents such as a foreign passport, Green Card, Permanent Resident Card, proof of residency or an OCI/PIO card.
Minority Quota Candidates
Candidates claiming the Christian Minority Quota are verified by Christian Medical College, Ludhiana. Candidates claiming the Sikh Minority Quota are verified by Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Amritsar. Only verified candidates are considered for minority seats.
PwBD Candidates
The disability certificate must be issued by a Designated Disability Assessment Centre notified by the Government of India. The list is available on the MCC website. If a candidate has not been assessed at such a centre, the State Medical Assessment Board at GGS Medical College & Hospital, Faridkot can assess the disability. Certificates from any other authority are not accepted.
Previous PG Admission
A candidate who took PG admission in an earlier session can apply again as a fresh candidate. However, a candidate who leaves a PG course midway and seeks fresh admission has to pay the fee for the full course (3 years for degree, 2 years for diploma) and the bond, if applicable. A candidate who has completed a PG Diploma can apply for a PG Degree course.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Reservation Policy
Reservation in Punjab follows the Punjab Government’s policy. It applies to government as well as private institutions, with some differences by institution. The table below shows the percentages.
| Category | Reservation |
| SC | 25% |
| BC (Backward Classes) | 10% |
| EWS | 10% |
| PwD | 5%, as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 |
| Other Category | Not Available |
Open Merit and Reserved Seats
A reserved category candidate can also compete for open merit seats. Those who score equal to or above the minimum qualifying marks of the Open category are first considered for Open Merit seats. If the preferred seat is not available there, they are considered for their own category. A candidate who gets an open seat on merit is not counted against the reserved quota. Reserved category candidates scoring below the Open minimum qualifying marks are considered only against seats reserved for their category.
Candidates eligible under more than one category or quota are allotted the seat that is most beneficial to them, as long as the reservation policy is followed.
Where Reservation Applies in Private Institutions
In private institutions, reservation is not applied to all seats in the same way. The table below shows the position institution-wise.
| Institution | Reservation Applies To |
| DMC, Ludhiana | Both Government/Open Merit quota and Management quota |
| CMC, Ludhiana | Open Category quota only |
| SGRD University, Amritsar | Open Category quota only |
| Adesh Institute, Bathinda | All seats |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Counselling Process
The process has an online part and a physical part. Applications, merit list, choice filling and allotment are online. Document verification and joining happen in person at the allotted college. The steps are given below.
- NEET PG 2026 qualification: Qualify NEET PG 2026 and meet the eligibility conditions.
- Online application: Register and fill the application form on www.bfuhs.ac.in.
- Payment of application fee: Pay Rs.5,900 (Rs.2,950 for SC) through the university payment gateway. Only candidates with a completed form and a paid fee take part in counselling.
- Special verifications: PCMS and NRI candidates submit their documents as per the schedule. Minority Quota claims are verified by the concerned minority institution.
- Merit list: The university publishes the provisional State Merit List and category-wise lists. Candidates can raise objections in person. A revised list follows if needed.
- Choice filling: Eligible candidates fill their preferences for course, specialty and college online.
- Choice locking: No separate step is mentioned. Choices cannot be changed once the choice filling period ends.
- Seat allotment: Seats are allotted by the software on merit, reservation, eligibility, choices and seat availability.
- Result: The provisional result is displayed on the university website. Objections can be raised in person, and a revised result is shown if there is any change.
- Fee payment and reporting: The allotted candidate pays the six-month fee online and reports to the allotted college within the given dates.
- Document verification: The college verifies original documents and eligibility. A medical examination is done where applicable.
- Admission confirmation: The Principal approves the admission after verification. The allotment is final only after this.
- Free exit and upgrade: Free exit is available only in Round 1. Candidates who want a better seat take part in the next round.
- Round 2 and later rounds: Candidates submit willingness and the security deposit, where applicable, and fill fresh choices.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Registration Process
Registration is online only. Applications sent by post, courier, email or by hand are not accepted. Please complete the form well before the last date to avoid server or payment problems. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official counselling website, www.bfuhs.ac.in.
- Register on the admission portal. After successful registration, a unique Registration ID (Login ID) is generated. The password is sent to your registered mobile number and/or email. Keep both safe, because you need them in every later step.
- Enter your NEET PG 2026 details.
- Fill in your personal information.
- Enter your academic details, such as MBBS and internship details.
- Enter your medical registration details.
- Select the correct category code or codes.
- Upload your passport-size colour photograph and signature. Each file can be a maximum of 30 KB.
- Pay the application fee through the university payment gateway.
- Check the form carefully, then submit it. Submit only one application, because multiple applications may lead to rejection of all of them.
- Save or print the submitted form and the payment receipt, and keep them till admission is complete.
Photograph Requirements
- Recent colour photograph of about 35 mm × 45 mm, with the face covering at least 75% of the picture.
- The name and date of the photograph should be printed below the picture.
- Plain white or light background, full front view, neutral expression.
- No cap, hat or goggles. Spectacles are fine only if you use them regularly.
- Scanned, computer-generated or Polaroid photographs are not accepted. Blurred or unclear photographs may lead to rejection.
State-Specific Registration Points
- PCMS candidates: Submit a scanned copy of the filled online form with self-attested copies of all certificates, NOC, Eligibility Certificate and proof of fee payment, in person at the Admission Branch, BFUHS, Faridkot.
- NRI candidates: Get the Eligibility Certificate from the university before applying. Submit the hard copy of the application at the university office.
- Minority Quota candidates: Complete the verification with the concerned minority institution.
- Corrections: Corrections are made in person at the university, After the deadline, the portal is locked and no change is allowed.
- Later rounds: There is no fresh registration for Round 2 onwards. Candidates who want to take part submit their willingness through the portal.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Application Fees
The application fee is paid online while registering. It includes 18% GST and depends on the category. The table below shows the amount.
| Category | Application Fee | GST (18%) | Total |
| General and other categories | Rs.5,000 | Rs.900 | Rs.5,900 |
| SC | Rs.2,500 | Rs.450 | Rs.2,950 |
The fee is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances. It cannot be adjusted against any other fee. If the fee is not paid successfully or the form is incomplete, the application is treated as invalid.
NRI candidates pay extra fees, as shown below. These are also non-refundable and non-adjustable.
| NRI Quota Item | Amount |
| Fee for issue of Eligibility Certificate | US$ 1,500 |
| Application fee for admission under NRI Quota | US$ 1,500 |
| Cost of Application Form | Rs.3,000 |
| Cost of Eligibility/Equivalency Certificate Application Form | Rs.2,500 |
Every admitted PG candidate also pays a Health Sciences Library Network (HSLIBNET) fee at the time of admission: Rs.9,000 for MD/MS, Rs.6,000 for PG Diploma and Rs.1,500 for six-month Ultrasonography training.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Course Fee Payable at Admission
After allotment, candidates pay the tuition fee for the first six months through the university payment gateway. The fee is paid on a six-month basis, and colleges cannot ask for the full course fee in advance. The table below shows the amount payable at the time of provisional admission.
| Course | Government Colleges | Private Colleges (Government and Management Quota) | NRI Quota (First Instalment) |
| Basic Sciences (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine, Immuno-Haematology) | Rs.50,000 | Rs.1,37,500 | US$ 10,000 |
| Clinical MD/MS (Medicine, Surgery, Obs & Gynae, Paediatrics, Anaesthesiology, Pathology, Radio-diagnosis, Psychiatry, ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Skin & STD, TB & Chest, Radiotherapy) | Rs.62,500 | Rs.3,42,500 | US$ 65,000 |
| Diploma in Anaesthesia (DA) and Child Health (DCH) | Rs.62,500 | Rs.2,05,000 | US$ 15,000 |
| PG Diploma in Sports Medicine | Rs.20,000 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ultrasonography Training (full course fee) | Rs.20,000 | Rs.1,00,000 | Not Available |
| DNB Courses | Rs.37,500 | Not Available | Not Available |
This is the minimum amount payable at the time of provisional admission. The final fee follows the fee structure fixed by the Punjab Government from time to time.
| Course | Government Colleges (per year) | Private Colleges (per year) | NRI Seats (full course) |
| MD/MS (Clinical) | Rs.1.25 lakh (1st year), Rs.1.50 lakh (2nd year), Rs.1.75 lakh (3rd year) | Rs.6,85,000 | US$ 1,25,000 |
| MD/MS (Basic Sciences) | Rs.1.00 lakh (1st year), Rs.1.10 lakh (2nd year), Rs.1.20 lakh (3rd year) | Rs.2,75,000 | US$ 20,000 |
| PG Diploma | Not Available | Rs.4,10,000 | US$ 30,000 |
If a candidate gets an upgraded seat in a later round, the fee already paid is adjusted and only the balance is paid. If a candidate shifts from one college to another in a later round, the fee is refunded or adjusted within 30 days after the admission process is over.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Security Money
Security money is different from the application fee. It is asked from candidates who want to take part in Round 2 and later rounds, wherever applicable. The table below shows the amounts.
| Category / Seat Type | Security Deposit |
| Government Medical Colleges | Rs.25,000 |
| SC/BC/PwBD candidates (Government Colleges) | Rs.10,000 |
| Private Colleges (Government, Management and NRI Quota) | Rs.2,00,000 |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling Documents Required
Candidates upload only the photograph and signature while applying. The other documents are checked in original at the allotted college when the candidate reports. Carry the originals along with one set of self-attested photocopies. The checklist below shows what is needed.
- Valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence or PAN Card)
- Fee payment receipt
- NEET PG 2026 admit card
- NEET PG 2026 result/rank card
- Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate or Birth Certificate (date of birth proof)
- MBBS marksheets of all professional examinations
- MBBS degree or provisional degree certificate
- Compulsory rotatory internship completion certificate (issued by the head of institution)
- Permanent or provisional registration certificate (State Medical Council/NMC)
- SC certificate (issued by a Punjab authority)
- BC certificate (in prescribed format, from a Punjab authority)
- EWS certificate (from a Punjab authority only)
- Disability certificate (from a Designated Disability Assessment Centre)
- Provisional NOC
- Undertaking (Annexure-B) and service certificate
- NRI proof (foreign passport, Green Card, Permanent Resident Card, proof of residency or OCI/PIO card) and Eligibility Certificate
- Any other document required by the Government or the university
A separate domicile certificate is not listed among the documents. The SC, BC and EWS certificates, however, must be issued by the Punjab authority. A candidate who cannot show the original documents within the given period becomes ineligible, and the provisional allotment is cancelled without further notice.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Choice Filling
Choice filling is the most important step in the counselling. Candidates enter their preferences online for course, specialty and college. The software then allots the seat on merit, reservation, eligibility, the choices entered and seat availability.
How to Select Colleges and Courses
- Study the seat distribution first. The final distribution (specialty-wise, college-wise, quota-wise and category-wise) is shown before choice filling starts.
- Pick the course and specialty you really want, then add the colleges where you would be happy to study.
- Check the fee. Government and private colleges have very different fees, and private seats need a higher security deposit in later rounds.
- Check the bond. Government seats carry a service bond. Details are in the bond section below.
How to Arrange Preferences
Arrange your choices in your true order of preference, because seats are allotted according to your order. In later rounds, fill choices according to your real preference and not according to the vacancy shown. More seats can become available during allotment due to upgrades, resignations and conversion of seats.
Enter Enough Choices
A candidate who enters very few choices may get no seat. Taking part in counselling does not guarantee a seat, and the university is not responsible for incomplete or wrong choices. So fill a good number of choices, including some safe options.
Locking and Editing
No separate locking step is mentioned. Once the choice filling period ends, no change is allowed. Review your list carefully before the last date.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Admission Process
A seat allotted online is only provisional. It becomes final after verification of eligibility and original documents, payment of the fee, submission of the joining report and confirmation by the college and the university. Payment of fee alone does not give any right to admission.
- Download the allotment letter: Log in to the admission portal and download the Provisional Allotment Letter. It is generated only after the university confirms receipt of the fee.
- Pay the fee: Pay the six-month tuition fee through the university payment gateway within the given dates. If the fee is not paid in time, the allotment is cancelled automatically.
- Report to the college: Report to the allotted college within the given period with the fee receipt, original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies.
- Document verification: The verification committee of the college checks the documents and eligibility. Its decision is final.
- Medical examination: Medical fitness is checked where applicable.
- Anti-ragging undertaking: Submit the prescribed undertaking before joining.
- Admission formalities: The Principal approves the admission after all checks. Candidates found ineligible are not allowed to join.
- Join the course: Join the course after the admission is completed.
What Should You Do After Allotment?
- If you want to accept the seat: Complete the steps above. You do not need to take part in the next round.
- If you want to try for a better seat: Join the allotted seat if you wish and submit willingness in the next round. Pay the security deposit, if applicable, and fill fresh choices.
- If you want an upgrade: Take part in Round 2 or Round 3. If you get an upgraded seat, the fee already paid is adjusted and you pay only the balance. The security deposit is not charged again if you have already paid the required amount.
- If you do not want to join: If you do not report or complete the formalities in time, the seat is forfeited automatically and goes back to the next round. Security deposit forfeiture and penalties, if any, apply as per the rules.
- If you want to resign after joining: In Round 1, submit a written request to the Principal within the period fixed for it. Free exit is available only in Round 1.
If you join a seat allotted in the third round, you cannot resign later and cannot take part in further counselling, unless the Supreme Court or the government policy allows it. Candidates who did not take part in Round 1, or who got no seat in it, can still take part in Round 2 and later rounds.
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Bond Policy
A service bond applies to seats in government institutions of Punjab. The bond is given as an indemnity bond or a bank guarantee. The table below shows the amounts and service periods.
| Category | Bond Amount | Service Period |
| State Quota candidates other than in-service Regular PCMS/PCMS (Dental) doctors | Rs.30 lakh | 3 years |
| All India Quota candidates in Punjab government institutions | Rs.20 lakh | 2 years |
| In-service Regular PCMS/PCMS (Dental) doctors | Bond as decided by the Health Department | As decided by the Health Department |
| Six-month Ultrasonography training (PCMS candidates in government colleges) | Rs.10 lakh | 4 years |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Seat Matrix
The seat matrix shows how many seats are available in each course, college, quota and category. Please study it before choice filling, because it tells you which colleges have seats in your preferred specialty and how many of them are reserved. The table below shows the position round-wise.
| Round | Seat Matrix | Download |
| Round 1 | Tentative college-wise and specialty-wise distribution released on 13 October 2026. The final distribution is displayed at the time of choice filling | Available on www.bfuhs.ac.in |
| Round 2 | Not Released Yet | Not Released Yet |
| Round 3 | Not Released Yet | Not Released Yet |
| Stray Vacancy | Not Released Yet | Not Released Yet |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Merit List
The merit list decides the order in which candidates are considered for seats, so check it carefully as soon as it is published. After the list is out, the online portal opens for choice filling. The table below shows the stages.
| Round / Stage | Merit List | Download |
| Provisional Merit List | State Merit List of eligible registered candidates, with category-wise lists. Scheduled for 21 October 2026 | Available on www.bfuhs.ac.in after release |
| Objections | Up to 22 October 2026, 5:00 PM, in person at the Admission Branch, BFUHS, Faridkot, with supporting documents | Not Applicable |
| Revised Merit List | 23 October 2026, if there is any change after objections | Available on www.bfuhs.ac.in after release |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted online by the counselling software. The allotment is based on five things: NEET PG 2026 merit (with incentive marks for in-service candidates), reservation policy, eligibility, the choices you entered and seat availability. Your category, your rank and the order of your college and course preferences decide what you get. In later rounds, seats freed by upgrades and resignations are also added.
| Round | Seat Allotment Result | Download |
| Round 1 | Processing: 30 October to 1 November 2026. Provisional result: 2 November 2026. Objections: 3 November 2026. Revised result: 4 November 2026, if any change | Available on www.bfuhs.ac.in after release |
| Round 2 | Not Released Yet | Not Released Yet |
| Round 3 | Not Released Yet | Not Released Yet |
| Stray Vacancy | Not Released Yet | Not Released Yet |
Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Participating Institutes
The colleges below are part of the MD/MS and PG Diploma seat distribution. The seat numbers are tentative totals, and in government colleges they include the 50% AIQ seats. The final seats are shown at the time of choice filling.
Government Institutions
| College Name | Type | Courses | Tentative Seats |
| Government Medical College | Government | MD/MS, DA | 154 |
| Government Medical College | Government | MD/MS, DA, DCH | 155 |
| Guru Gobind Singh Medical College | Government | MD/MS | 121 |
| Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences | Government | MD in Microbiology and Community Medicine | 8 |
| Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital | Cancer hospital | MD in Radiotherapy | 4 |
Private and Minority Institutions
| College Name | Type | Courses | Tentative Seats |
| Dayanand Medical College | Private | MD/MS | 107 |
| Christian Medical College & Hospital | Christian Minority | MD/MS | 76 |
| Sri Guru Ram Das University of Health Sciences | Private (Sikh Minority Quota) | MD/MS | 139 |
| Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research | Private | MD/MS | 84 |
| Gian Sagar Medical College & Hospital | Private | MD/MS | 25 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026?
A. It is the state counselling for MD, MS, PG Diploma and DNB seats in Punjab, based on NEET PG 2026 merit. It covers the State Quota seats in government colleges and the seats of private and minority institutions in Punjab.
Q. Who conducts Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026?
A. Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, conducts it for the Government of Punjab.
Q. When will Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 start?
A. The online application started on 14 October 2026 and closes on 18 October 2026. The provisional merit list is scheduled for 21 October 2026 and Round 1 choice filling for 24 to 29 October 2026.
Q. Who is eligible for Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026?
A. Candidates who have qualified NEET PG 2026, hold a recognised MBBS degree, have completed the compulsory internship and have State Medical Council or NMC registration. Additional conditions apply for SC/BC, in-service, NRI and minority candidates.
Q. Is domicile required?
A. SC and BC candidates must have a Punjab domicile. PwD candidates do not need it. The EWS certificate must be issued by a Punjab authority. State Quota General, PwD and EWS seats in government colleges are IP seats.
Q. What is the Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 registration fee?
A. The application fee is Rs.5,900 including GST for General and other categories, and Rs.2,950 for SC candidates. It is non-refundable.
Q. Is there Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 security deposit?
A. Rs.25,000 for government colleges (Rs.10,000 for SC/BC/PwBD candidates) and Rs.2,00,000 for private colleges.
Q. What is the role of MCC in NEET PG Counselling 2026?
A. MCC conducts counselling for the 50% AIQ seats in Punjab government colleges. MCC guidelines and amendments also apply to the Punjab process on matters such as seat conversion and forfeiture. MCC does not conduct the Punjab counselling.
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Rajesh Mishra is an admission counsellor and the founder of GLN Admission Advice Pvt. Ltd. with more than 16 years of experience in student counselling and admission guidance. He has worked with thousands of students and parents seeking clarity in complex admission processes across India.
His guidance approach is practical, transparent, and strategy focused. Rajesh Mishra helps families understand counselling systems, admission rules, and college selection in simple language so they can make informed decisions.
Through GLN Admission Advice, he provides guidance for Medical, AYUSH, Engineering, MBA, PGDM, and Law admissions, and regularly shares content to help students understand counselling procedures, cutoff trends, and common mistakes during admission counselling.