Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences

Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) stands as one of India's premier medical institutions, established in 1983 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. This autonomous institution operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, and has earned recognition as an Institute of National Importance. SGPGIMS is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI), now known as the National Medical Commission (NMC). The institute has consistently maintained its position among the top medical institutions in India, securing Rank 5 in NIRF 2025 Medical category. Spread across a sprawling campus, SGPGIMS offers comprehensive medical education and healthcare services, integrating teaching, research, and patient care seamlessly. The institute offers a wide spectrum of programmes including Diploma courses, Postgraduate programmes (MD/MS/MCh/DM), PhD Research programmes, and various Certificate courses across multiple medical specialties and super-specialties. SGPGIMS is renowned for its excellence in neurosciences, cardiology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, nephrology, and critical care medicine. The admission process is highly competitive, conducted through national-level entrance examinations including NEET PG for MD/MS courses, entrance examinations conducted by the institute for super-specialty courses (DM/MCh), and institutional examinations for PhD programmes. The institute's commitment to affordable healthcare and quality medical education has made it a sought-after destination for aspiring medical professionals across India. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, world-class faculty, and cutting-edge research facilities, SGPGIMS continues to set benchmarks in medical education and patient care.