Are you applying for Punjab SH&MED Post-Graduate Residency in the June–July 2026 induction? This free CIP Merit Calculator instantly estimates your aggregate out of 30 points — based on the official Government of Punjab notification dated 17 March 2026. Enter your MDCAT score, MBBS/BDS aggregate, university positions, house job category, and FCPS-I or JCAT result to find out exactly where you stand on the merit list — before you submit your application.
CIP Merit Score Calculator
Total: 30 points · Based on official scoring criteria · July 2026
Formula: (Marks Obtained ÷ Total Marks) × 2
Formula: (Total Obtained ÷ Total Maximum) × 15
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Only verified PMDC-recognised institution positions. Capped at 3 pts.
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Attempt at which you passed
Based on official Punjab SH&MED criteria · March 2026 · For reference only
Government of the Punjab
Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department
Dated Lahore, the 17th March, 2026
NOTIFICATION
NO.SO(ME-I)7-1/2026(CIS)(January 2026): Pursuant to the decisions made in the Post-Graduate Admission Committee (PGAC) meeting held on 06-03-2026, the Competent Authority is pleased to notify the eligibility and scoring criteria under Clause 14(3) and 15 of the Policy and Procedure Manual (PPM) for July 2026 Induction.
A) Eligibility / Pre-Qualifications
- MBBS/BDS Degree from a PMDC recognised institution
- Certificate of Completion of 12 months mandatory House Job from a PMDC recognised institute
- Valid PM&DC Permanent Practicing License
- Valid Pass result of PART-I Exam of FCPS / Subject specific JCAT (valid 3 years from passing till last date of application)
- Age Limit at time of application: under 40 years
- Provisional license / Exit Exam from Medical Councils of respective countries for foreign graduates
B) Scoring Criteria — Total: 30 Points
i. MDCAT Score – 02 Points
Marks obtained ÷ Total marks × 2
ii. MBBS/BDS Aggregate – 15 Points
Sum of marks in all professional exams ÷ Sum of total marks in all professional exams × 15
iii. Positions at University/College Level – 03 Points
0.6 marks each for MBBS graduates / 0.75 marks each for BDS graduates for 1st, 2nd & 3rd positions in each professional examination. Total capped at 3 pts. Only verified, PMDC-recognised institution positions count.
iv. House Job – 05 Points
| Category | Points |
|---|---|
| Punjab institution → hospital attached to own college/university | 5 pts |
| Punjab institution → recognised teaching hospital (not own college) | 2.5 pts |
| Institution outside Punjab → recognised teaching hospital | 2.5 pts |
| Foreign graduates → recognised teaching hospital in Punjab | 2.5 pts |
v. PART-I Examination – 05 Points
a. FCPS-I (by attempt)
| Attempt | Points |
|---|---|
| 1st Attempt | 5 pts |
| 2nd Attempt | 4 pts |
| 3rd Attempt | 3 pts |
b. JCAT (by percentage/percentile)
| Score Range | Points |
|---|---|
| >70 to 75 | 5 pts |
| >65 to 70 | 4 pts |
| 60 to 65 | 3 pts |
⚠️ Discontinued Criteria (no longer valid for July 2026)
- 5 marks for Matric / 7 marks for F.Sc
- 5 marks for preferring parent institute
- Experience marks at primary, secondary, tertiary health care levels
- Jail hospital experience marks
- Hard area BHU/RHC experience points
Discontinued Criteria:
- These criteria are no longer valid for inductions for December 2025 / January 2026.
- Five Marks for Matric / 7 Marks for F.Sc
- Experience at the primary health care level within hard area Basic Health Units (BHUs) and Rural Health Centers (RHCs) designated by the Health Department (SHCMED) will be evaluated based on a scoring system. A total of 5 points will be allocated for this experience. Points will be awarded at a rate of 1.25 marks for every three consecutive months of service, with a maximum accumulation of points capped at 1 year.
- Five marks for preferring your parent institute i.e. Institute of graduation/teaching hospital (From where MBBS/BDS was done. This should be among Punjab Govt. Institute. Private Institutes are not included in this.)
- Five (5) Marks – Experience (it is counted for Punjab Govt. institutes only). Experience will be considered only if the candidate has served for three months or more.
- Primary Health Care Level (Only BHUs/RHCs under the Health & Population Department): 1.25 points for each 3 months of continuous service, max 1 year.
- Secondary Health Care Level (THQ/THQ-level hospitals, civil hospitals/trauma centres, DHQ/DHQ-level non-teaching hospitals, major PESSI hospitals in Punjab with at least 100 beds, Indus Foundation–managed THQ-level hospitals, and Government TB Sanatorium, Samli, Murree): 0.75 points per 3 months, max 1 year 8 months.
- Tertiary Health Care Level (Including PKLI & RC, Multan Institute of Kidney Diseases, etc.): 0.5 points per 3 months, max 2 years 6 months.
- Jail Hospitals:
- Morning Shift: 1.25 points per 3 months, max 1 year.
- Evening Shift: 1.50 points per 3 months, max 10 months.
- Night Shift: 1.75 points per 3 months, max 8 months 18 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can foreign graduates apply for Punjab PG Residency 2026?
Yes, foreign graduates are eligible if they have a provisional license or exit exam from the medical council of their graduation country, and have completed house job in a recognized teaching hospital in Punjab. They receive 2.5 points for house job.
Q:What happened to the experience marks in CIP 2026?
The experience marks (for BHUs, RHCs, DHQ/THQ hospitals, jail hospitals) have been discontinued for the June–July 2026 induction as per the 17 March 2026 notification. Similarly, the matric/FSc marks and parent institute preference have also been removed from the scoring criteria.
Q:How is JCAT merit calculated for CIP?
JCAT merit is based on your percentile score: above 70th to 75th percentile = 5 pts, above 65th to 70th = 4 pts, and 60th to 65th = 3 pts. Unlike FCPS-I which rewards early attempts, JCAT rewards higher percentile performance.
Q:What is the CIP merit score formula for Punjab PG Residency 2026?
The CIP merit score is calculated out of 30 points: MDCAT (2 pts), MBBS/BDS aggregate (15 pts), university positions (3 pts), house job (5 pts), and FCPS-I or JCAT (5 pts). The formula is based on the Punjab SH&MED notification dated 17 March 2026.
Q:What is the minimum CIP merit score to get residency in Punjab?
The minimum score varies by specialty and induction. Competitive specialties like Surgery and Medicine typically require scores above 22–24/30. Use the CIP calculator above to check where you stand and compare with previous merit lists.
Q:Is MDCAT score required for CIP Punjab residency 2026?
Yes, MDCAT score is a scoring component worth 2 points. However, the eligibility requirements also include a valid PMDC practicing license, completion of 12-month house job, and a valid PART-I (FCPS-I or JCAT) pass result.
Q:What is the CIP score for completing house job at your own college hospital?
If you completed your house job at a hospital attached to your own medical or dental college (in Punjab), you receive the maximum of 5 points. All other recognized teaching hospitals — including those in other Punjab institutions, outside Punjab, or for foreign graduates — receive 2.5 points.
Q:How many marks does MBBS aggregate carry in CIP?
The MBBS/BDS aggregate carries 15 out of 30 marks — it is the single largest component of the CIP merit score. It is calculated as (total marks obtained in all professionals ÷ total maximum marks) × 15.
