Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot

Punjab - Faridkot,
Government

General Information

The Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) is a central State Government University in Faridkot, Punjab. It is the sole affiliating university for all medical, dental, ayurvedic, and allied health sciences institutions in the state of Punjab.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year1998
Institute TypeState University (Under Government of Punjab)
LocationFaridkot, Punjab
RoleAffiliating Body for all Health Sciences colleges in Punjab (MBBS, BDS, Ayush, etc.). Also acts as the Counselling Authority for NEET admissions in the state.
RecognitionRecognized by UGC (University Grants Commission).
Medical Intake (Total)It governs the admission process for over 1,500 MBBS seats across all affiliated Government and Private colleges in Punjab.

Campus Facilities

    • Campus Layout: The university campus houses the administrative block, examination wing, and academic departments for public health and university-level research.

    • Central Library: Maintains a specialized Central University Library primarily catering to faculty, PG students, and researchers from affiliated colleges, with access to extensive digital health resources.

    • Infrastructure: Includes large Examination Halls, dedicated academic blocks for non-clinical research/teaching, and administrative offices.

    • Associated College: The university campus is integrated with the Guru Gobind Singh Medical College & Hospital (GGSMC), Faridkot, which is the primary government medical college unit under BFUHS.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

    • Teaching Hospital: The university directly manages and utilizes the Guru Gobind Singh Medical College Hospital (GGSMC Hospital), a major tertiary care center.

    • Clinical Network: BFUHS oversees the clinical training across its vast network of 40+ affiliated hospitals and medical/dental colleges (both Government and Private) across Punjab.

    • Capacity (GGSMC Hospital): The attached hospital has a capacity of over 1,000 beds, providing students with high-volume patient exposure.

    Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Fee Component (Private Affiliated Colleges)Annual Tuition Fee (Approx. INR)Total Course Fee (4.5 Years Approx.)
    Government Colleges (GGSMC/GMC Patiala)₹1,60,000/- to ₹2,00,000/-Approx. ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs
    Private Colleges - Management Quota₹13,00,000/- to ₹17,00,000/-Approx. ₹58.5 Lakhs to ₹76.5 Lakhs
    Private Colleges - NRI Quota$40,000 USD to $50,000 USDApprox. $1,80,000 USD to $2,25,000 USD

    City Details

    Hostel & Mess

    • Hostel: Separate, subsidized Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on the university/GGSMC campus.

    • Accommodation: Rooms are furnished, typically shared.

    • Mess Charges: Run on a dividing system or a fixed monthly charge, which is highly affordable.

    Miscellaneous

  • Service Bond: Graduates from Government Medical Colleges affiliated with BFUHS are typically required to execute a service bond with the Government of Punjab upon graduation.

    • Requirement: Serve the state for a specified period (e.g., 1 year).

    • Penalty for Non-Compliance: A financial penalty of approximately ₹10,00,000/- (Ten Lakhs) is imposed.

  • Stipend: MBBS interns from affiliated Government colleges receive a competitive stipend as per Punjab Government norms.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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