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Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education And Research - [IPGMER]

4th floor, Academic Building, 244 A.J.C. Bose Road,, India • 7000204.1(39)
VerifiedGovernmentEstd. 1957WBUHS, KolkataMCI
Founded
1957
Type
Government
Affiliation
WBUHS, Kolkata

About Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education And Research - [IPGMER]

Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER) is located in Kolkata, West Bengal. IGPMER was established in the year 1957 and is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS). The institute is approved by the Medical Council of India. IPGMER offers UG, PG, Super-Speciality, Doctoral and Diploma courses in the field of Medical, Paramedical, Physiotherapy and Nursing. According to NIRF 2024, IPGMER was ranked in the 22nd position in the Medical Category. IPGMER accepts qualifying examinations such as NEET UG, NEET PG, NEET SS and JENPAS-UG.

  • IPGMER  is known for its flagship MBBS program and admission is based on NEET-UG score. 
  • Applicants for BPT and B.Sc (Nursing) programs are selected based on JENPAS-UG conducted by WBUHS.
  • The institute offers only 150 seats for the MBBS program annually.  
  • Students can apply for admission at IPGMER online on the official website. 
  • The Institute provides good internships to students with a decent stipend and around 70% of students get recruited after the Internships. 

Notable Alumni of IPGMER:

  • Sir Ronald Ross
  • Dr Surendranath Ghosh
  • Dr Mani Chetri
  • Arup Kumar Kundu (Author of Bedside Clinics in Medicine)
  • Ayan Roy (Researcher)
  • Prantar Chakrabarti (Researcher)
  • Anirban Halder (Radiation Oncologist)
  • Susanta Kumar Das (Researcher)
  • Anirban Sinha (Researcher)

Check Also: IPGMER Cutoff


IPGMER Highlights

Some of the important highlights of the Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research are as follows:

Particulars Details
Institute Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER)
Established | Type 1957 | Public
Location Kolkata, West Bengal
Campus Size 34 Acres
Affiliated to West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS)
Recognized by Medical Council of India (MCI)
Courses Offered MBBS, B.Sc, BPT, MD, MS, DM, M.Ch, PhD
Qualifying Examination NEET UG, NEET PG, NEET SS, JENPAS-UG
Official Website ipgmer.gov.in

IPGMER Courses & Fees

IPGMER offers various UG, PG, and Super Specialty courses for eligible candidates. Detailed information regarding IPGMER Courses & Fees along with their duration, eligibility criteria and selection basis is tabulated below:

Course Name Course Details Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
MBBS Duration: 5 years
Fee: INR 75,000
Candidates must have passed 12th Board Examinations with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as their mandatory subjects with a minimum aggregate of 50%. Score/Merit in NEET UG. 
BPT Duration: 4 years
Fee: INR 12,500
Score/Merit in JENPAS UG.
GNM Duration: 3.5 years
Fee: – 
B.Sc Nursing Duration: 4 years
Fee: INR 12,500
M.Sc Nursing  Duration: 2 years
Fee: INR 4,000
Candidates must have pursued B.Sc Nursing with a minimum aggregate of 55% (50% for reserved categories) Score/Merit in West Bengal Post Graduate Nursing Admission Test (WBPGNAT)
Doctor of Medicine (MD) Duration: 3 years
Fee: INR 20,050
Candidates must have an MBBS degree from any recognized university along with completion of the one-year rotational internship.  Score/Merit in NEET-PG.
Master of Surgery (MS) Duration: 3 years
Fee: INR 20,050
Doctorate of Medicine (DM) Duration: 3 years
Fee: INR 20,050
Candidate must have pursued MD / MS Degree in a relevant stream. Score/Merit in NEET-SS.
Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch) Duration: 3 years
Fee: INR 20,050

IPGMER admission commences in the month of July every year. Students interested in admission at IPGMER must meet the required eligibility criteria and secure the required cutoff in the entrance examination. Applications are available online on the official website. Candidates securing the required marks can choose IPGMER during the counselling process. 

How to Apply for IPGMER Admission?

Candidates can apply for admission at IPGMER by following the below-mentioned steps:

  • Visit the official website – ipgmer.gov.in.
  • Scroll down the Home page and click on the notification.
  • Register as the “New-User” and Sign-Up.
  • Fill out the application thoroughly and attach the required documents. 
  • Pay the requisite fee through net banking or debit/credit card.
  • Submit the application after thoroughly checking the details in the application.
  • Candidates are advised to take the printout of the future reference. 

​Documents Required

  • 10+2 Mark Sheet.
  • 10+2 Certificate.
  • NEET UG/ NEET PG/NEET SS Admit Card
  • NEET UG/ NEET PG/NEET SS Rank Letter.
  • Passport Size Photograph (4 copies)
  • ID proof (Voter Card/Birth Certificate/Aadhaar Card/Passport)
  • Seat Allotment Letter
  • MBBS Degree Certificate (if applicable)
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (if applicable)
  • Responsible Conduct Certificate
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Proof of Online Fee Payment

IPGMER Cutoff 2024

IPGMER MBBS Admission is based on NEET UG scorecard. Here is the category-wise NEET UG Qualifying Cutoff 2024 for MBBS: 

Category NEET UG 2024 Cutoff Percentile  NEET UG 2024 Cutoff Marks
General/ EWS 50 720-164
OBC 40 163-129
SC 40 163-129
ST 40 163-129
General/ EWS- PwD 45 163-146
OBC- PwD 40 145-129
SC- PwD 40 145-129
ST- PwD 40 145-129

IPGMER Ranking 2024

Here is IPGMER Rankings in different fields through the top-ranking agencies: 

Agency  Category  Rank 
NIRF 2024 Medical 22


IPGMER Placements

IPGMER offer internship opportunities for all final-year students with a decent stipend. However, there is no such placement cell for medical colleges because no such companies visit medical colleges for recruitment. IPGMER, Kolkata offers 70% of internships to its students in various hospitals and clinics to learn and explore hands-on exposure with senior expert doctors and gain experience.

  • The highest monthly stipend offered during the internship is INR 80,000 and the lowest monthly offered is INR 40,000.
  • On average, students in the course of their internship are paid a monthly stipend of INR 60,000.
  • Apart from this, MBBS students who are in the course of their mandatory one-year rotatory internship are paid a monthly stipend of INR 25,000.

Read More: IPGMER Placement


IPGMER Scholarships

Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research has a scholarships committee that helps students with financial aid. There is various scholarship test conducted by the Government and grant of INR 20,000 to INR 60,000 for students based on their performance. Along with this, there are various scholarships are provided for candidates from West Bengal domicile with lower economic backgrounds and for females to help them pursue higher education. 

Some of the scholarships are mentioned below:

  • Nationwide Education and Scholarship Test
  • Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship
  • Swami Dayanand Education Foundation Merit-cum-Means Scholarships 
  • Bigyani Konna Medha Britti Scholarship (JBNSTS)

Read More: IPGMER Scholarship


IPGMER Facilities

IPGMER offers facilities for residents and faculty on campus for comfortable living. Some of the facilities offered are as follows:

  • Library: The library houses a plethora of books, journals and literature in the field of Medicine, Science, Nursing and Physiotherapy. 
  • Hostel: IPGMER offers a separate hostel for girls and boys on campus for a comfortable stay with facilities such as security, mess and maintenance. 
  • Auditorium: The auditorium is well-equipped with modern technologies to cater for all the celebrations at IPGMER.
  • Laboratories: The institute provides different laboratories for each department to help students in their practicals and research.

Other Facilities include:

  • Centre for Community Medicine
  • OPD
  • Cafeteria
  • Blood Bank
  • Medical Social & Welfare Services
  • Dental Hospital
  • Milk Booth
  • Water ATM

IPGMER FAQs

Ques. How well maintained are the hostels of IPGMER, Kolkata?

Ans. Hostels of IPGMER, Kolkata are well furnished and well maintained so that the girls or boys don’t face any sort of discomfort. There are 2 hostels for MBBS girls and 2 for MBBS boys. There are separate hostels for PG students and interns. The rooms of the hostels are clean, properly furnished, well-ventilated with a balcony, and big enough to accommodate 2 students. There is no mess on the campus. Instead of the mess, four canteens are there which provide hygienic foods at an affordable and reasonable cost. Apart from this WiFi, water purifier cum cooler, security with 24/7 CCTV surveillance, parking space, lifts, etc are some of the infrastructure amenities provided by the hostels of IPGMER, Kolkata.

Ques. What is the level of ragging in medical colleges like IPGMER, Kolkata?

Ans. Ragging is an inhuman act and is strictly banned in IPGMER, Kolkata campus. Ragging is both a punishable as well as a criminal offence. The student who would be found indulging in ragging, either actively or passively, would be liable to be punished according to the college premises' Anti Ragging Committee rules and regulations. The student shall be suspended from the hostel and college and he/she would not be allowed to attend classes as well. All the scholarships and other academic facilities will be withdrawn and he/she will be rusticated from the institution as well as complaints shall be charged against him/her.

Ques. Can I fill Ahmedabad as my exam centre in NEET to get admission to IPGMER, Kolkata?

Ans. Yes, students can appear for the NEET exam in part of India. IPGMER provides admission to students from every part of the country under their All India Quota. 

Ques. How many seats are offered for the MBBS program at IPGMER?

Ans. IPGMER offers a total of 150 seats for the MBBS program every year. Since the seats offered are limited students are supposed to secure the required marks in the NEET exam and meet all the eligibility criteria. 

Ques. What are the qualifying examinations accepted by IPGMER Kolkata?

Ans. Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research accepts entrance examinations such as NEET UG, NEET PG, NEET SS and JENPAS-UG for admission to all the courses. 

Ques. What are the UG courses offered at IPGMER?

Ans. IPGMER Kolkata offers undergraduate courses such as MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, BPT and GNM. 

Ques. What are the selection criteria for B.Sc Nursing at IPGMER?

Ans. Candidates are selected for the B.Sc Nursing program at IPGMER based on the merit/score in JENPAS-UG conducted by WBUHS. 

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the MD/MS program at IPGMER?

Ans. Candidates with an MBBS degree from any university recognized by MCI along with completion of a one-year rotational internship are eligible for the MBBS program at IPGMER.

Ques. How can I apply for admission at IPGMER?

Ans. Candidates can apply for admission at IPGMER by following the below-mentioned steps:

  • Visit the official website – ipgmer.gov.in.
  • Scroll down the Home page and click on the notification.
  • Register as the “New-User” and Sign-Up.
  • Fill out the application thoroughly and attach the required documents. 
  • Pay the requisite fee through net banking or debit/credit card.
  • Submit the application after thoroughly checking the details in the application.
  • Candidates are advised to take the printout of the future reference. 

Ques. What are the selection criteria for the MBBS program at IPGMER?

Ans. Candidates are selected on the basis of NEET UG score for admission into the MBBS program at IPGMER.

Ques. Does IPGMER offer any scholarship schemes for students?

Ans. Yes, IPGMER offers scholarships for meritorious students. Some of the scholarships offered are:

  • Nationwide Education and Scholarship Test
  • Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship
  • Swami Dayanand Education Foundation Merit-cum-Means Scholarships 
  • Bigyani Konna Medha Britti Scholarship (JBNSTS)

Ques. Is IPGMER affiliated with WBUHS?

Ans. Yes, IPGMER is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences and is recognized by the Medical Council of India. 

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for an MBBS degree at IPGMER? 

Ans. Candidates with 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry and Biology from a recognized board are eligible for an MBBS degree at IPGMER.

Ques. Is the degree offered at IPGMER accepted by other universities?

Ans. Yes, all the courses offered by IPGMER are recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and are valid in other universities as well. 

Ques. What are the documents required during admission process at IPGMER?

Ans. Candidates must submit the following documents during the admission process at Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research:

  • 10+2 Mark Sheet.
  • 10+2 Certificate.
  • NEET UG/ NEET PG/NEET SS Admit Card
  • NEET UG/ NEET PG/NEET SS Rank Letter.
  • Passport Size Photograph (4 copies)
  • ID proof (Voter Card/Birth Certificate/Aadhaar Card/Passport)
  • Seat Allotment Letter
  • MBBS Degree Certificate (if applicable)
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (if applicable)
  • Responsible Conduct Certificate
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Proof of Online Fee Payment
Courses & Fees

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Compare fees, eligibility, duration, exams, and specializations in a compact view.

Courses
5
Lowest Fee
₹6,500
Highest Fee
₹15,000
Streams
2
MedicalParamedical
Admission
Online Choice Filling for 2nd Round [MBBS] (WB NEET)
Start: 17 Sept 2024
Last Date: 20 Sept 2024
Cutoff
Value: 2699
Exam: NEET
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: #15
Agency: The Week
Category: Medical
Accepted Exams
NEET2025
23 Jun 25
West Bengal NEET Counselling2025
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: 376
Exam: WBJEE-JENPAS-UG
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: #15
Agency: The Week
Category: Medical
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: 300
Exam: WBJEE-JENPAS-UG
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
WBJEE JENPAS UG2025
30 Jun 25
Specializations
1 available
Nursing
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
1st Year Fee
₹12,500
Total Fee
₹50,000
Cutoff
300(WBJEE-JENPAS-UG)
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #15
Agency: The Week
Category: Medical
Accepted Exams
WBJEE JENPAS UG2025
30 Jun 25
Specializations
13 available
Electrocardiographic Technique
Diploma in Electrocardiographic Technique
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Cath Lab Technician
Diploma in Cath Lab Technician
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Medical Lab Technology
Diploma in Medical Lab Technology
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Dialysis Techniques
Diploma in Dialysis Techniques
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Optometry & Ophthalmic Technology
Diploma in Optometry & Ophthalmic Technology
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Physiotherapy
Diploma in Physiotherapy [DPT]
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A
Operation Theatre Technology
Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Perfusion Technician
Diploma in Perfusion Technician
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Medical Radiotherapy
Diploma in Medical Radiotherapy
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A
Neuro-Electro-Physiology
Diploma in Neuro-Electro-Physiology
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Radiotherapeutic Technology
Diploma in Radiotherapeutic Technology
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Critical care/ ICU Technician
Diploma in Critical care/ ICU Technician
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Diabetes Care Technology
Diploma in Diabetes Care Technology
1st Year Fee
₹15,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: 600
Exam: WBJEE-JENPAS-UG
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: #15
Agency: The Week
Category: Medical
Accepted Exams
WBJEE JENPAS UG2025
30 Jun 25
Specializations
2 available
Physician Assistant
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Physician Assistant)
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
968(WBJEE-JENPAS-UG)
Perfusion Technology
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Perfusion Technology)
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
600(WBJEE-JENPAS-UG)

Admission Process

Admission to Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education And Research - [IPGMER] is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Accepted Entrance Exams

NEET PGWB NEET PG CounsellingNEET SSWBJEE JENPAS UGNEETWBJEE ANM GNMWest Bengal NEET Counselling
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Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education And Research - [IPGMER] Placement Details

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Campus Facilities

Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education And Research - [IPGMER] Facilities

Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education And Research - [IPGMER] in Kolkata, West Bengal, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Total Facilities
6
Academic Support
2
Student Life
4
  • Sports
    Campus Life

    Sports

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Medical
    Student Life

    Medical

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Cafeteria
    Student Life

    Cafeteria

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Library
    Academic

    Library

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Auditorium
    Campus Life

    Auditorium

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Classrooms
    Academic

    Classrooms

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Faculty

Prof (Dr.) Manimoy Bandopadhyay

Director

Dr. Indra Datta

Professor & Head, Department of Anatomy

Qualification: MBBS, MD

Prof. (Dr.) Mousumi Mukhopadhyay

Professor & HOD Department of Biochemistry

Qualification: MBBS, MD

Prof. (Dr.) Arpita Laha

Associate Professor & Department of Anaesthesiology

Qualification: MD

Dr. Arnab Sengupta

Professor & Head, Department of Physiology

Qualification: D.G.O., M.D.

Dr. Debasis Barman

Professor & Head , Department of ENT

Qualification: MS, DNB

Prof. Soumitra Ghosh

Professor, Department of Medicine

Contact Information

4th floor, Academic Building, 244 A.J.C. Bose Road,<br> India

Pincode: 700020

033-22041204

22041101

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