Top Medical Colleges in Punjab 2025: Last Rank & College List

Welcome to your complete guide for MBBS admissions in Punjab and the associated region of Chandigarh. The state is home to some of North India’s most sought-after medical colleges, including a premier AIIMS and highly prestigious government institutions in key cities. The competition for these colleges is intense, attracting top rankers from across the nation. This guide is designed to help you navigate the admission process for the 2025 academic year.

Understanding the previous year’s closing ranks is essential for the NEET counseling process. We have compiled the list of medical colleges in Punjab and Chandigarh below, ranked according to their closing ranks from the 2024 Phase 1 allotments. Use this data to build a strategic preference list for your counseling.

State Rank	Medical College	Last Rank Allotted	State	Allotted Quota
1	Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh	778	Punjab	All India
2	AIIMS Bathinda	1576	Punjab	Open Seat Quota
3	Govt. Medical College, Patiala	3318	Punjab	All India
4	Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences, Mohali	3596	Punjab	All India
5	Govt. Medical College, Amritsar	5118	Punjab	All India
6	Guru Govind Singh Medical College, Faridkot	6049	Punjab	All India

This Rank list created on the basis of All India Alottement ( Phase 1 ) conducted by NTA in 2024. Ranks are for reference only and are subject to change in future counseling rounds.

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In-Depth Guide to MBBS Admission in Punjab 2025

The Premier Medical Colleges of Punjab and Chandigarh

The medical colleges in the Punjab region are among the most competitive in North India. The list is led by the highly prestigious Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh. Although technically in a union territory, it is a top preference for students in the region, boasting an exceptional closing rank of 778. The premier Institute of National Importance in Punjab is AIIMS Bathinda, which is also highly sought-after with a closing rank of 1576. Following these are the state’s esteemed government colleges in Patiala, Mohali, and Amritsar, all of which are top choices for high-ranking NEET aspirants.

Decoding NEET Cutoffs for Punjab

The last rank details reveal the intense competition for an MBBS seat in this region. Securing a seat at GMCH Chandigarh requires a top-800 All India Rank. For AIIMS Bathinda, a rank under 1,600 is necessary. The premier state government colleges are also very competitive, with the Govt. Medical Colleges in Patiala and Mohali requiring ranks under 4,000. Overall, a seat in any government college in Punjab is a significant achievement, with the All India Quota for the listed colleges closing around a rank of 6,049 in the first phase of counseling.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Punjab MBBS Admission

What is the best medical college in the Punjab/Chandigarh region?
Based on the 2024 NEET closing ranks, Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh, is the most sought-after medical college, followed closely by the prestigious AIIMS Bathinda.

What rank is needed for GMCH Chandigarh?
For the All India Quota, the closing rank in Phase 1 of 2024 was an extremely competitive 778.

Are there private medical colleges in Punjab?
Yes, Punjab has several well-known private medical colleges and a deemed university. The list above focuses on the government colleges available through the All India Quota. For details on private institutions, students should consult the website of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot.