Punjab NEET PG 2026 Round 2: Vacant Seats by College, Specialty & Category

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has released the tentative vacancy position for the 2nd round of online counselling under NEET PG 2026 on 13 November 2026. This document lists all available seats across Punjab's participating medical colleges and institutions for MD/MS, PG Diploma, DNB (broad-speciality), Post-MBBS Diploma, and 6-month Ultrasonography training programmes. The seat matrix is broken down by college, specialty, category (General, Scheduled Caste, Backward Classes, EWS, Persons with Disability, NRI), and quota type (Government, Management, State, Minority). Candidates must use this matrix to understand which seats remain vacant in their chosen specialty and category before registering for Round 2 counselling.

What This Document Is

This is the official tentative vacancy position (seat matrix) released by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences for the 2nd round of online counselling under NEET PG 2026. It shows the number of vacant seats available at each participating medical college and institution in Punjab, broken down by course (MD/MS, PG Diploma, DNB, Post-MBBS Diploma, Ultrasonography training), specialty/branch, candidate category, and quota type.

The document is dated 13 November 2026 and covers 30 pages of detailed seat availability. It is 'tentative'—meaning these numbers may change slightly based on candidate choices, withdrawals, and upgrades during the counselling process. However, it gives you a reliable snapshot of what seats are likely available for Round 2.

Which Colleges and Institutions Are Included

The seat matrix covers all major medical colleges and institutions in Punjab participating in NEET PG 2026 counselling, including:

• Government medical colleges: Amritsar, Patiala • Private/deemed medical colleges: Adesh Institute (Bathinda), Christian Medical College (Ludhiana), Dayanand Medical College (Ludhiana), Gian Sagar Medical College (Banur) • State institutes: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences (Mohali), Guru Gobind Singh Medical College (Faridkot), Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences (Amritsar) • Specialized centres: Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital (Sangrur), Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (Patiala) • District and civil hospitals across Punjab offering Post-MBBS Diploma and DNB programmes

Each institution may offer seats under different quotas (Government Quota, Management Quota, State Quota, Minority Quota, NRI Quota) depending on its status and affiliation.

Courses and Qualifications Covered

The seat matrix includes the following postgraduate medical qualifications:

**MD/MS (Doctor of Medicine / Master of Surgery):** The primary 3-year broad-speciality postgraduate degree. Specialties include Anaesthesia, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Dermatology, ENT, General Medicine, General Surgery, Microbiology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Preventive & Social Medicine, Psychiatry, Radio-diagnosis, Radiotherapy, Tuberculosis & Respiratory Medicine, and others.

**PG Diploma:** Shorter postgraduate qualifications (typically 2 years) in specialties such as Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Anaesthesiology, Paediatrics, Tuberculosis and Chest Disease, Radio-diagnosis, and Family Medicine.

**DNB (Diplomate of National Board):** Broad-speciality postgraduate qualification at the same level as MD/MS, offered by NBEMS-accredited institutions. Specialties include Anaesthesia, General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, ENT, and others.

**Post-MBBS Diploma:** Short-term postgraduate training (typically 1–2 years) in clinical specialties, offered at district and civil hospitals.

**6-Month Ultrasonography Training:** A short-term clinical training programme in ultrasonography offered at select institutions in two batches.

Understanding Categories and Quotas

The seat matrix lists seats under multiple categories and quotas. Understanding these is critical to knowing which seats you are eligible for.

**Categories (based on social status):** • **General Category (Open Merit):** Unreserved seats open to all candidates on merit. • **Scheduled Caste (SC):** Reserved for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes. • **Backward Classes (BC/OBC):** Reserved for candidates from Other Backward Classes. • **Economically Weaker Sections (EWS):** Reserved for economically weaker candidates (typically IP—In-service/IP quota). • **Persons with Disability (PWD):** Reserved for candidates with disabilities (typically 3% of seats). • **NRI (Non-Resident Indian):** Seats for Indian citizens residing abroad or holding NRI status.

**Quotas (based on seat allocation):** • **Government Quota (50%):** Seats filled by the state through its own merit list; typically 50% of total seats at government colleges. • **Management Quota:** Seats filled by the college's management; typically 50% of seats at private/deemed colleges. • **State Quota (50%):** State-specific seats at certain institutions. • **IP General Merit (50%):** In-service/IP quota for government doctors; 50% of government quota seats. • **Open Merit (All India Basis):** Seats open to all-India merit; typically the other 50% of government quota. • **Minority Quota:** Seats reserved for minority communities (e.g., Christian Minority, Sikh Minority) at minority institutions. • **NRI Quota:** Seats reserved for NRI candidates, often at higher fees.

How to Read the Seat Matrix

Each row in the matrix represents one seat allocation and contains the following columns:

**College Name:** The name of the medical college or institution. **Courses:** The type of qualification (MD/MS, PG Diploma, DNB, Post-MBBS Diploma, Six months Training in Ultrasonography). **Branch:** The specialty (e.g., Anaesthesia, General Medicine, Orthopaedics). **Category:** The candidate category (General, SC, BC, EWS, PWD, NRI, or Minority). **Quota:** The seat allocation type (Government Quota, Management Quota, State Quota, Minority Quota, NRI Quota, etc.). **Vacant Seats:** The number of seats available in that specific combination.

**Example:** If you see: Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda | MD/MS | Anaesthesia | General Category | Open Merit (All India Basis) | 2 This means: Adesh Institute has 2 vacant MD/MS seats in Anaesthesia for General Category candidates under All-India Open Merit.

To find seats relevant to you, filter by: (1) your preferred college(s), (2) your chosen specialty, (3) your category, and (4) your quota eligibility. If the number is 0, no seats are vacant in that combination for Round 2.

Key Observations from the Seat Matrix

**High-demand specialties with fewer vacancies:** Specialties like General Medicine, General Surgery, Paediatrics, and Obstetrics & Gynaecology show very few or zero vacant seats in many colleges, especially in General Category and Government Quota. This reflects high competition.

**Preclinical and basic science specialties:** Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, and Microbiology show more vacant seats across colleges, indicating lower competition.

**Government colleges vs. private colleges:** Government colleges (Amritsar, Patiala) have seats under Government Quota and State Quota. Private colleges (Adesh, Christian Medical College, Dayanand, Gian Sagar) have seats under Management Quota and Minority Quota.

**Minority institutions:** Christian Medical College (Ludhiana) and Sri Guru Ram Das Institute (Amritsar) have dedicated Minority Quota seats (Christian Minority and Sikh Minority respectively), which may have different eligibility and fee structures.

**NRI seats:** Several colleges offer NRI Quota seats, typically with higher fees but potentially lower cutoffs.

**Post-MBBS Diploma and DNB:** These programmes are offered at district and civil hospitals across Punjab, with fewer total seats but potentially lower competition than MD/MS.

Important: This Is a Tentative List

The word 'tentative' is crucial. These numbers are based on the status after Round 1 allotment and may change during Round 2 for several reasons:

• **Candidate withdrawals:** If a candidate allotted a seat in Round 1 withdraws, that seat becomes vacant for Round 2. • **Upgrades and downgrades:** Candidates may upgrade to a better college/specialty or downgrade, creating vacancies and filling others. • **Joining failures:** If an allotted candidate does not join by the deadline, the seat is cancelled and may not be available in Round 2. • **Last-minute changes:** Colleges may report additional vacancies or corrections up to the start of Round 2 registration.

**Do not assume a seat is guaranteed just because it appears in this matrix.** Use it as a guide to understand your chances, but be prepared for the actual available seats to differ slightly when Round 2 registration opens. Always check the official BFUHS portal for any updates or corrections before registering.

How to Use This Matrix for Round 2 Registration

**Step 1: Identify your eligibility.** Determine your category (General, SC, BC, EWS, PWD, NRI) and quota (Government, Management, State, Minority, NRI) based on your NEET PG rank, state domicile, and other criteria.

**Step 2: Search for your specialty.** Find the specialties you are interested in and note which colleges have vacant seats in your category and quota.

**Step 3: Prioritize colleges and specialties.** Create a preference list in order of your priority. Remember: you can only choose one seat per round. Rank your choices carefully—the counselling algorithm will allot you the highest-ranked seat for which you are eligible.

**Step 4: Check cutoffs.** Cross-reference this seat matrix with the Round 1 cutoff scores (if available) to estimate your chances of getting a particular seat. If your rank is better than the Round 1 cutoff for a seat, you have a reasonable chance in Round 2.

**Step 5: Register during the window.** When Round 2 registration opens, log in to the BFUHS counselling portal, fill in your choices in order of preference, and submit before the deadline.

**Step 6: Monitor the result.** After allotment, check the official portal to see which seat you have been allotted. If you are allotted a seat, join the college by the specified deadline with all required documents.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

**Mistake 1: Assuming zero seats mean no chance.** A seat showing 0 vacancies in Round 2 may still become available if a candidate withdraws or fails to join. However, your chances are very low. Do not bank on it.

**Mistake 2: Ignoring quota and category filters.** Many candidates overlook that a seat is available only for a specific category or quota. For example, if you are General Category, you cannot take a seat reserved for SC or BC, even if it is vacant. Always check the Category and Quota columns.

**Mistake 3: Not reading the specialty name carefully.** Specialties have long names (e.g., 'Obstetrics & Gynaecology', 'Tuberculosis & Respiratory Medicine'). Ensure you are looking at the correct specialty.

**Mistake 4: Confusing MD/MS with PG Diploma or DNB.** These are different qualifications with different durations and recognition. Ensure you are applying for the qualification you want.

**Mistake 5: Overlooking minority and NRI quotas.** If you are eligible for a Minority Quota (e.g., Christian, Sikh) or NRI Quota, you may have access to additional seats not available to General Category candidates. Check if you qualify.

**Mistake 6: Registering without a backup plan.** If your first choice has very few or zero seats, ensure your preference list includes realistic backup options. Do not leave your choices incomplete.

Colleges Offering Ultrasonography Training

Two institutions offer 6-month Ultrasonography training in two batches:

• **Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana:** Batch 1 and Batch 2, with seats under IP Government Quota and Management Quota (General Category). • **Government Medical College, Amritsar:** Batch 1 and Batch 2, with seats under Government Quota (IP, SC, BC, PWD).

These are short-term clinical training programmes, not full postgraduate degrees. They are suitable for candidates seeking specialized training in ultrasound imaging. Seats are limited (typically 1–4 per batch per institution).

Contact and Next Steps

**Official portal:** Visit https://admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in/ for the latest updates, Round 2 registration dates, and counselling schedule.

**Authority:** Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, Punjab.

**Document validity:** This seat matrix is valid for Round 2 counselling under NEET PG 2026. Subsequent rounds (Round 3, Mop-up) may have different vacancy positions.

**Clarifications:** If you have questions about your eligibility, category, or quota, contact the BFUHS admission cell or your state's medical education authority before registering.

Frequently asked questions

This tentative vacancy matrix is your roadmap for Round 2 NEET PG 2026 counselling in Punjab. Use it to identify realistic seat options based on your rank, category, and quota, and create a well-prioritized preference list. Remember: these numbers are tentative and may change, so stay updated on the official BFUHS portal. Register during the Round 2 window with your best choices, and be prepared to join your allotted seat immediately after allotment. If you have any doubts about your eligibility or the counselling process, contact BFUHS or your state medical education authority before registering.