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Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh · State govt · Est. 1983

Also known as SGPGI, SGPGIMS, Sanjay Gandhi PGI

About Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences

SGPGIMS is a postgraduate medical institute on Raebareli Road, Lucknow, set up in 1983, offering DM, MCh, MD, PhD, nursing and paramedical programmes.

SGPGIMS was set up in 1983 under an Act of the Uttar Pradesh legislature. It trains doctors at super-speciality level (DM and MCh), offers MD and PhD, postdoctoral fellowships and senior residency. Its College of Medical Technology runs B.Sc Nursing and B.Sc and M.Sc paramedical programmes. The pages opened do not name entrance exams.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Science Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Full-time — — — —
Doctor of Medicine Full-time — — — —
Master of Science Full-time — — — —
Master of Surgery Full-time — — — —
Doctor of Philosophy Full-time — — — —

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Entrance test

B.Sc Nursing admission is through an All India entrance test held by the institute. Details for other programmes such as B.Sc and M.Sc in Medical Technology, DM, MCh, MD and PhD are given on the Programmes page, and PhD intake notices are posted on the institute website from time to time. Check the official notice for dates, seats and eligibility before applying.

Typical eligibility

  • Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCB); Must have studied: English; At least 45% marks in Class 12; minimum age 17 on 31 December of the admission year
  • Doctor of Medicine: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery; MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate recognised under the NMC Act 2019; permanent or provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council; one-year internship completed by the cut-off date; NEET-PG qualification
  • Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
  • Master of Surgery: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery; MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate recognised under the NMC Act 2019; permanent or provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council; one-year internship completed by the cut-off date; NEET-PG qualification
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Where these courses lead

Science & Research

Research Scientist

Minimum: PG

Research scientists plan and run experiments to discover new knowledge or solve practical problems. In India most enter research through a master's…

Technology

Data Scientist

Minimum: UG

Data scientists collect and study large amounts of data to find patterns and help organisations make decisions. They use statistics, programming and…

Education

School Teacher

Minimum: UG

School teachers plan lessons, teach classes and help children learn and grow. In India most posts need a graduate degree with a…

Healthcare

Nurse

Minimum: Diploma

Nurses care for patients, give medicines, monitor health and support doctors. In India nurses train through Indian Nursing Council approved programmes and…

Education

Professor

Minimum: PG

Professors teach college and university students and carry out research in their subject. The entry post in India is Assistant Professor, which…

Healthcare

Doctor

Minimum: UG

Doctors examine, diagnose and treat patients. In India you need an MBBS degree, a 12-month compulsory rotating internship and registration with the…

Agriculture

Agricultural Scientist

Minimum: PG

Agricultural scientists research crops, soil, livestock and farming methods to raise yields and help farmers. The usual route is a four-year B.Sc…

Healthcare

Dentist

Minimum: UG

Dentists diagnose and treat problems of the teeth, gums and mouth. In India you need a BDS degree and must register with…

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Frequently asked questions

What programmes does SGPGIMS offer?

DM, MCh, MD, PhD, postdoctoral fellowships, senior residency, B.Sc Nursing and paramedical B.Sc and M.Sc.

When was SGPGIMS established?

In 1983.

Sources

Information verified on 10 Oct 2026

  1. SGPGIMS home page · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
  2. College of Nursing - SGPGIMS · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
  3. Programmes - SGPGIMS · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
  4. Fee Structure - SGPGIMS · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026