Vision

The vision of Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute is to emerge as a leading centre for excellence in medical education, patient care and research in chest and respiratory diseases. The institute aims to contribute to better understanding, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of respiratory and allied disorders while developing highly skilled medical professionals and researchers. Through academic excellence, innovation, multidisciplinary collaboration and quality healthcare, VPCI seeks to make a meaningful contribution to respiratory medicine in India and beyond.

Mission

The mission of Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute is to provide high-quality postgraduate medical education, specialized patient care and advanced research in pulmonary medicine and allied disciplines. The institute focuses on developing competent healthcare professionals through clinical training and academic learning, promoting scientific research in respiratory and chest diseases, and providing comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients. It also aims to encourage innovation, ethical medical practice, community-oriented healthcare and continuous improvement in teaching, research and patient services.

Admission process 

Admission to Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute (VPCI), New Delhi, is conducted according to the admission rules of the University of Delhi and the applicable national medical education authorities. Candidates seeking admission to postgraduate medical programmes such as MD and other specialized programmes must meet the prescribed academic and entrance examination requirements. For medical postgraduate courses, candidates generally need to qualify for the relevant national-level entrance examination, such as NEET-PG, and participate in the appropriate counselling process. Admission to super-specialty programmes such as DM is based on the applicable national entrance and counselling requirements, while PhD admissions follow the University of Delhi's prescribed research admission procedure and eligibility criteria. Candidates should complete the relevant online application form, submit the required academic and identity documents, appear for the applicable entrance examination or selection process, and participate in counselling or interview procedures wherever required. Final admission is granted after verification of documents, fulfillment of eligibility requirements and payment of the prescribed fees within the specified deadline.

DM Admission Process

• Candidates must complete the prescribed application process for the DM programme through the applicable national medical admission system.
• Admission is generally based on performance in the relevant NEET-SS/prevailing national super-specialty entrance process, subject to the admission rules applicable for the academic year.
• Eligible candidates must participate in the centralized counselling process and select Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute as their preferred institute, where applicable.
• Candidates shortlisted for admission must complete document verification and fulfil the institute's medical and administrative requirements.
• Final admission is confirmed after seat allotment, verification of eligibility and payment of the prescribed admission fees.

DM Eligibility

• Candidates must possess a recognized MD/DNB qualification in the relevant feeder specialty prescribed for the DM programme.
• The qualifying postgraduate medical degree must be recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) or the competent authority.
• Candidates must fulfil the feeder-specialty requirements specified for the particular DM programme.
• Candidates must qualify in the applicable national-level super-specialty entrance examination, wherever prescribed.
• Candidates must satisfy the applicable age, registration and other eligibility conditions specified by the competent authorities for the admission year.

MD Admission Process

• Candidates must register for the applicable NEET-PG examination and complete the examination process.
• After qualifying, candidates must participate in the relevant centralized counselling conducted by the competent authority.
• During counselling, candidates can choose Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, New Delhi, subject to the availability of seats and applicable counselling rules.
• Candidates receiving a seat allotment must report for document verification and complete the required institutional formalities.
• Admission is finalized after verification of documents, fulfilment of eligibility requirements and payment of the prescribed fees.

MD Eligibility

• Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from a medical college recognized by the National Medical Commission or the appropriate statutory authority.
• Candidates must have completed or be completing the required compulsory rotating internship within the period prescribed for the admission session.
• Candidates must possess the required permanent or provisional medical registration with the appropriate medical council.
• Candidates must qualify for NEET-PG and meet the applicable percentile and counselling requirements.
• Candidates must fulfil all additional eligibility conditions prescribed by the competent authority and Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute for the particular MD specialization.

Ph.D. Admission Process

• Candidates must submit the Ph.D. application through the University of Delhi's prescribed admission procedure when applications are invited.
• Eligible applicants may be required to appear for the applicable Ph.D. entrance examination, unless exempted under the university's prevailing rules.
• Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or research proposal assessment conducted according to University of Delhi regulations.
• Selection is based on the prescribed combination of entrance performance, academic qualifications, interview and research aptitude, as applicable.
• Selected candidates must complete document verification, supervisor/research-area formalities and fee payment to confirm admission.

Ph.D. Eligibility

• Candidates should possess a relevant postgraduate degree from a recognized university or institution in the discipline prescribed for the Ph.D. programme.
• Applicants must satisfy the minimum percentage or grade requirements specified by the University of Delhi's prevailing Ph.D. regulations.
• The qualifying subject should be relevant to the proposed area of doctoral research at VPCI.
• Candidates belonging to categories eligible for relaxation may receive relaxation in marks or other requirements according to applicable university regulations.
• Candidates must satisfy any additional requirements concerning entrance examination, research proposal, interview and other conditions prescribed for the particular Ph.D. admission cycle.

M.Sc. Admission Process

• Candidates must check whether the relevant M.Sc. programme is offered by VPCI for the applicable academic session and complete the prescribed application procedure.
• Applicants must submit the required academic certificates, identity documents and other supporting information along with the application.
• Admission may be based on the applicable University of Delhi entrance/selection procedure, depending on the programme and admission year.
• Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification and any interview or other selection requirements prescribed by the institute or university.
• Final admission is confirmed after selection, fulfilment of eligibility conditions and payment of the prescribed fees.

M.Sc. Eligibility

• Candidates must hold a recognized Bachelor's degree in the relevant science or allied discipline required for the particular M.Sc. programme.
• The qualifying degree should include the subjects and academic background specified for the programme.
• Candidates must meet the minimum marks or CGPA requirement prescribed by the University of Delhi or the concerned admission authority.
• Admission may require candidates to qualify through the applicable entrance examination or merit-based selection process, depending on the programme and admission year.
• Candidates must satisfy all additional subject-specific and document requirements prescribed in the official admission notification.