P.G. admission through all India entrance examination
Admission to 25 per cent of the total seats for various postgraduate courses (MD/MS/PG
Diploma/MDS) in all the Medical and Dental Colleges in the country run by the Union of
India, State Governments, and municipal or other local authorities, is made based on an
All India Entrance Examination.
The Examination is usually conducted in January. The All India Institute of Medical
Sciences, New Delhi would issue a notification in August, inviting, application. Those who
would complete their rotating internship by the subsequent March are also permitted to
apply for admission. Candidates who have obtained MBBS/BDS degrees from the
colleges in Andhra Pradesh or Jammu and Kashmir are not eligible to apply, unless they
had been nominated by Govt. of India to do MBBS/BDS in these two states. Applications
are to be submitted before mid-September.
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110 029
This is an institute of national importance.
M.D.:
Biochemistry, General Medicine, Obstetrics
Gynecology, Anesthesia, Forensic Medicine, Physiology, Microbiology, Pathology,
Pharmacology, Psychiatry, Radio diagnosis, Radio Therapy, Pediatrics, Skin and STD, TB
and Respiratory medicine.
M.S.:
General Surgery, ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Anatomy.
M.Ch.:
Thoracic/Neuro/Genito-Urinary/Pediatric Surgery
D.M.:
Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology.
Christian Medical College, Vellore-632 002.
a.)MD/MS/Diploma Courses: Eligibility for admission:
MBBS + one year internship + Medical Council Registration.
Duration: 3 years for MD/MS and 2 years for Diploma
Application to be submitted in November/December. Courses begin in March.
Disciplines:
M.D.
General Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pathology, Microbiology, Physiology,
Pharmacology, Pediatrics, Radiotherapy, Anesthesiology, Dermatology, Biochemistry,
Community Medicine, Psychiatry
M.S.:
General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Ophthalmology, ENT, Diploma - Child Health,
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Anesthesiology, Clinical Pathology, Dermatology, ENT,
Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, Medical Radio diagnosis, Medical Radio Therapy,
Psychological Medicine (Also, Dip. N.B. in family Medicine, Physical Medicine)
b.)Higher specialties DM and M.Ch. courses:
Eligibility for admission: MBBS + one year internship + Medical Council Registration in
the case of M.Ch Neuro-surgery 5-year course. For all other higher specialty courses,
MBBS + one year internship + MD/MS + Medical Council Registration.
Duration: 2 years for all D.M./M.Ch courses. Applications in November.
Commencement of Courses: January.
Disciplines:
D.M.:
Neurology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology
M.Ch.:
Thoracic/Neuro/Genito-Urinary/Pediatric Surgery.
Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221 005
Biochemistry, Physiology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Forensic Medicine,
General Medicine, Community Medicine, Pediatrics, Anesthesia, Gynecology and
Obstetrics, Radio diagnosis, Radio Therapy, Psychiatry, General Surgery, ENT,
Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Anatomy.
M.Ch.:
Neuro/Thoracic/Pediatric/Plastic/Genito Urinary Surgery.
D.M.:
Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology.
Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad-500 195
Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, General Medicine,
Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine, Pediatrics, Anesthesia, Obstetrics and
Gynecology, Radio diagnosis/Therapy, Psychiatry, Skin and STD, TB and Respiratory
Diseases, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Anatomy.
M.Ch.:
Neuro-surgery
D.M.:
Cardiology, Neurology
Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)
Dhanwantary Nagar, Pondicherry-605 006
Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Pharmacology, General
Medicine, Community Medicine, Pediatrics, Anesthesia, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Radio
diagnosis, Psychiatry, Skin and STD, TB and Respiratory Medicine, General Surgery,
ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Anatomy.
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh
M.D.:
Anesthesia, Dermatology, Veneorology and Leprology, Medicine, Obst and Gynecology,
Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Radio diagnosis, Radio Therapy, Microbiology, Pathology,
Pharmacology.
M.S.:
Orthosurgery, ENT, Ophthalmology
D.M.:
Cardiology, Clinical Pharmacology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology,
Pulmonary Medicine.
M.Ch.:
Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery.
Ph.D.:
Biochemistry, Biophysics, Cardiology, Entomology, Except Medicine, ENT,
Gastroenterology, immunopathology, Medical microbiology, Neurology, Neurosurgery,
Ortho Surgery, Obst. and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Parasitology, Pharmacology, Psychiatry
(Clinical Psychology)
Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Panjanguda, Hyderabad-500 482
(Deemed to be a University)
M.D.:
General Medicine, Pathology, Radio diagnosis
M.S.:
General Surgery, Orthopedics
D.M.:
Cardiology, Neurology
M.Ch.:
Neuro/Cardio Thoracic Surgery
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum: 695 011
An Institute of national importance. The degrees, diplomas and other academic
distinctions granted by the institute shall be recognised qualifications for the purpose of
the Indian Medical Council Act.
Programmes
Course No. of
Seats
Duration
(Years)
DM Cardiology 4 3
DM Neurology 4 3
MCh Cardiovascular
and Thoracic Surgery
3
3
MCh Neurosurgery
3
3 or 4
PDCC - Anaesthesiology
6
1
PDCC - Radiology
2
1
PDCC - Vascular Surgery 1
1
Master of Public Health
15
11/2
Ph.D.
Not 3-51/2
fixed
Eligibility Criteria:
a.) For DM Courses, MD in General Medicine or Pediatrics. Candidates with MD in
Psychiatry with six months residency posting in General Medicine and Neurology can
apply for DM (Neurology).
b.) for MCh Courses, MS in General Surgery for MCh in Neurosurgery there is direct
admission after MBBS, provided the candidate has completed one-year post-registration
senior residency/house surgeoncy in General Surgery.
c.) For post- Doctoral Certificate Courses, MD/MS Degree in Anesthesia/Diagnostic
Radiology/General Surgery.
d.) For MPH, admission is open only to candidates already in employment. They can
come on study leave/deputation. Medical graduates with 3 years experience, and
Engineering/Post-graduates with 5 years experience in health-related field can apply for
admission.
e.) Ph. D Programmes in the board areas of biological/medical and
Health/Biomedical/Chemical/Physical/Engineering Sciences. Special areas of interest are
Biochemistry, Biomaterials, Cardiovascular Biology, Microbiology, Pathology and Imaging
and Laser applications in medicine. Master's Degree in the relevant subject with at least
60% marks.
Manipal Academy of Higher Education Manipal-567119
(Deemed to be a University)
Kasturba Medical Colleges at Manipal and Mangalore-(575 001)
Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, General Medicine,
Community Medicine, Pediatrics, Anesthesia, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Forensic Medicine
Radio diagnosis, Psychiatry, Radiotherapy, Skin and STD, TB and Respiratory Medicine,
General Surgery, ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Anatomy.
M.Ch.:
Thoracic/Neuro/Pediatric/Genito Urinary Surgery.
D.M.:
Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology.
Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune-411030
(Deemed to be a University)
General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology.
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Hosur Road,
Bangalore-560 029
(Deemed to be a University)
D.M.:
(Neurology): 5 years of study for MBBS candidates /3 years for those with MD in General
Medicine or Pediatrics.
M.Ch.:
(Neurosurgery): 5 years of study for MBBS candidates /3 years for those with MS in
General Surgery or Orthopedics.
Central Institute of Psychiatry, Kanke, Ranchi-834 006
This is an institution under the Government of India, and is affiliated to Ranchi
University.
MD (Psychiatry):
3 years for MBBS candidates.
DPP (Diploma in Psychological Medicine):
2 years for MBBS candidates.
Forensic Sciences Department, Forensic House, 30A, Kamaraj Salai, Mylapore, Chennai600 004
Two-year full time course leading to M.Sc in Forensic Sciences. Candidates with
MBBS/B.Pharm/BDS/B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Biochemistry or Applied
Science are eligible for admission.
Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, 1- Ramachandra Nagar, Porur
Chennai- 600 116
(Deemed to be a University)
D.M.:
Cardiology
M.S.:
General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Ophthalmology, ENT.
M.D.:
Obstetrics and Gynecology, General Medicine, Anaesthesiology, Pediatrics, Radio
diagnosis.
PG Diploma (Gynecology, Child Health, Anaesthesiology, ENT, Orthopedics,
Ophthalmology, Medical Radio diagnosis)
Institute of Aerospace Medicine, Indian Air Force, Vimanapura, Bangalore-560 017
This Institute, under the control of the Ministry of Defence, runs a 3 year MD course in
Aerospace Medicine. The degree is awarded by the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health
Sciences, Bangalore. Only three seats are available for Civilian candidates (one reserved
for SC/ST)
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Trombay, Mumbai-400 085
One year Diploma in Radiation Medicine (DRM) for MBBS degree holders.
Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports, Patiala
Two year Diploma Course in Sports Medicine - a multi disciplinary specialty covering
sports, physiology, traumatology, and medical aspects of sports. Candidates with MBBS
can seek admission. (Qualification recognised by Medical Council of India)
M.Sc. Biotechnology Admission:
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi conducts a combined entrance examination
every year at a large number of centres in the country, for selection of candidates to
M.Sc. Biotechnology course in more than 15 Universities in India. MBBS is one among
the qualifications for admission - along with Bachelor's Degrees in
Physical/Biological/Agricultural/Veterinary/Fishery Sciences, Pharmacy, Engineering,
Technology and Dental Surgery.
National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad-500 007.
(Directly controlled by ICMR)
M.Sc (Applied Nutrition)
Duration: 9 Months (June to February)
Eligibility: MBBS or M.Sc in Biochemistry/Physiology candidates engaged in teaching in
medical colleges, OR concerned with the implementation of public health nutrition
programmes. Only in-service candidates sponsored by employees Govt/Pvt. organisation
will be considered. Age limit - 50 years.
Travel expenses, and stipend to cover boarding and lodging will be given.
Postgraduate Certificate course in Nutrition.
Duration: 3 months
Eligibility: MBBS or Master's Degree in Biochemistry/Physiology/ Food and Nutrition.
Only candidates engaged in teaching in Medical/Home Science colleges, OR concerned
with implementation of public health nutrition programmes, duly sponsored by
employers will be considered.
I.M.A. A.K.N. Sinha Institute, I.M.A. House Indraprastha Marg, New Delhi-110 002
Any doctor (member of IMA) can undergo any of the following courses.
1.Adolescent Health Course
2.Lactation Management Course
3.Family Planning Counsellor Course
4.Management of 'Victims of Fortune' Course
Vector Control Research Centre (India Council of Medical Research), Pondicherry-605
006
P.G. Diploma in Medical Entomology (one year) Minimum qualification for admission:
M.Sc Zoology/other subject in life sciences.
Some of the other important centres for PG Studies in the medical field
1.Andhra Medical College, Vishakhapatnam-530 002
2.Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad-500 001
3.Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati-517 507
4.Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh-786 002
5.Patna Medical College, Patna-800 004
6.Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi-110 001
7.Goa Medical College, Panaji
8.Govt. M.C. Surat-395 001
9.Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post graduate Institute of medical sciences, Rohtak,
Haryana
10.Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla-171001
11.Govt. M.C., Jammu-180 001
12.Bangalore Medical College, Jammu-180 001
13.J.J. M. Medical College, Davengere-577 004
14.Medical College, Trivandrum-695 011
15.Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Medical College, Raipur (MP)
16.Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, Wardha (Maharashtra)
17.Grant Medical College, Mumbai-400 008
18.S.C.B. Medical College, Cuttack, Orissa-753 007
19.Dayanand Medical College, Ludhiana-141 001
20.S.M.S. Medical College, Jaipur-342003
21.Madras medical College, Park Town, Chennai-600 003
22.GSVM Medical College, Kanpur-208 002
23.N.R.S. Medical College, Calcutta-700 014.
24.Armed Forces Medical College, Pune-411 040 (Free tuition)
P.G. Studies - An Alternate Path
National Board of Examinations, New Delhi-110 029
The facilities for post-graduates studies in broad specialties, as well as in super
specialties in the regular MD/MS/Diploma programmes are inadequate to satisfy the
aspirants. An alternate path (popularly known as Dip. N.B.) is being offered by the
National Board of Examination, which is an autonomous body under the Central Ministry
of health and family welfare. The Board has been established primarily to conduct
postgraduate and higher examinations in various disciplines of medical sciences of high
and uniform standard at the national level. Successful candidates are awarded
"Diplomate of National Board" which is recognised as equivalent to post-graduate
(MD/MS in broad specialties) and post doctoral (DM/MCh in higher specialties) degree
qualifications of Indian universities and included in the First Schedule of the Indian
Medical Council Act, 1956.
The examination of the Board is held in two parts - Primary and Final - usually during the
first week of August.
a.) Broad Specialties : Pathology, General Medicine, Pediatrics, Psychiatry,
Anaesthesiology, Radio-diagnosis Radio-therapy, Dermatology and Venereology,
Respiratory diseases, Nuclear Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology,
Ophthalmology, Orthopedic Surgery, Otorhinolaryngology, Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation, Social and Preventive Medicine, Maternal and Child Health Administration
including Hospital Administration and Family Medicine.
b.) Super Specialties: Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology Nephrology,
Neurology, Plastic Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, Neurosurgery, Genito Urinary surgery,
Cardio thoracic surgery and Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics.
c.) Subjects under direct 5-year course after internship: Neurosurgery, Pediatrics
surgery, Plastic surgery.
Primary Examination:
There will be a common primary examination for all the broad specialties and for the
three direct 5-year courses. Candidates who have completed/or will be completing their
internship by 31st July are eligible to take the primary examination during the year. The
examination will be of MBBS standard.
Candidates possessing P.G. qualification in any specialty (degree or diploma) will be
exempted from the primary examination.
They may appear for the final examination, if otherwise eligible.
Final Examination :
The details pertaining to the conditions of eligibility will be given in the information
bulletin released usually in February each year.
The examinations are being conducted by the Asst. Registrar, National Board of
Examinations, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110 029. Information
bulletins would be distributed through certain regional centres at Mumbai, Calcutta,
Hyderabad and Chennai.