Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) imparts MD program across 19 specializations for a duration of 3 years 

  • The areas specialized under the program are Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology, Emergency Medicine, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, Immuno Hematology & Blood Transfusion, Micro Biology, Nuclear Medicine, Pathology, Pediatrics, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry, Pulmonary Medicine, Radio-Diagnosis and Radio Oncology.
  • The minimum eligibility to apply for the course is that the Candidates must have an MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by the Medical Council of India.
  • However, the candidates will be further selected based on the performance in JIPMER PG Entrance Exam

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JIPMER MD Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be qualified with the following:

  • Candidates must possess an MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by the Medical Council of India.
  • Applicant must be an Indian National (IN) or Overseas Citizens of India(OCI) or Foreign Nationals.
  • Candidates must have attended a compulsory rotating internship over a period of 12 months.
  • Minimum qualifying marks for the General category is 55% of the aggregate marks whereas it is reduced to 50% for SC/ST candidates.

JIPMER MD Admission Guidelines

The institute conducts the JIPMER PG exam for admission to its PG courses. Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the Entrance exam.

The exam pattern comprises a 3-hour long computer-based test having 250 MCQs of 4 marks each with a negative marking of 1 mark for incorrect answers.

How to apply?

  • Visit the official website at www.jipmer.edu.in
  • Navigate to ‘Apply online MD Admission’
  • Register by entering the candidate’s personal details
  • Proceed to fill the application form
  • Upload the scanned images of recent photograph and signature.
  • Pay the fees using a Credit/ Debit card and Net banking

Read more:  JIPMER Admission

JIPMER MD Entrance Exam Syllabus

Syllabus of subjects are given below:-

Subjects Topics
Basic Clinical Sciences
  • Anatomy
  • Biochemistry
  • Physiology
  • Pathology
  • Pharmacology
  • Microbiology
  • Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Clinical Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Community Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • Ophthalmology
  • Orthopaedics
  • ENT
  • Anesthesiology
  • Dermatology
  • Psychiatry
  • Radio diagnosis
  • Radio therapy
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Nuclear Medicine
  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Blood Transfusion Medicine

Read more:  JIPMER PG Exam

JIPMER MD Course Details

Doctor of Medicine (MD) ensures that the Candidates acquire knowledge, basic skills, and attitudes in the subject to become a specialist in the chosen branch. 

  • The curriculum involves three main components that are Knowledge to be learned, skills to be learned and the Attitude to be developed.
  • Examinations will be held at the end of three academic years for the students.
  • Marks evaluation is done as 50% for the theory and 50% for the practicals.
  • All the students must pass in all the subjects to obtain a degree.
  • MD course consists of Theory, Thesis, Practical and Oral examinations.
  • Every Candidate shall work out an assigned project which will be written up and submitted in the form of a thesis.

JIPMER MD Fee Structure 

Fee Category Amount (In INR)
Admission fee 5000
Academic fee 2200
Learning Resource fee 9000
Corpus fund 110
Student information details 1500
Student identity card charges 150
Hostel fee 9000

Read more:  JIPMER Fee Structure

JIPMER MD FAQs

Ques. Is JIPMER MD tough?

Ans. That is a complicated question because everything is difficult until we practice and learn. The curriculum is designed to carve the students as specialists in their desired field of interest. Through this one can become a perfect and ideal doctor in life. It depends on you how you are going to learn the subjects. Keep calm and work hard.

Ques. How are the faculties of MD at JIPMER?

Ans. JIPMER Pondicherry is one of the leading medical institutions of India. The faculties are highly-qualified, experienced, and well-trained to deliver excellent medical education

Ques. How is MD Radiology at JIPMER?

Ans. The courses are very well explained and covered in all the required areas. All the cases are covered and you can work naturally like how you need to work in a hospital. The pay is also high., and it helps you have a very good exposure. So it’s a great college to do your degree.

Ques. Why choose JIPMER for MD?

Ans. The institute is one of the oldest institutions providing excellent academics and higher knowledge to the students. The college ensures that the students are excelled both in theory and practical skills which is very much needed in the hour. The college is also a fully functional hospital where patients come from all the areas.

Ques. Is there a stipend provided for MD students at JIPMER?

Ans. Yes, the students who pursue Post Graduate courses are offered with stipend Every month based on the guidelines released by the Government. So this helps the students for financial assistance and they can also involve in the cases which helps them to improve a lot.