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The MD (T.B. and Chest) - also known as MD in Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases or Pulmonary Medicine - at B. J. Medical College (BJMC), Ahmedabad is a 3-year full-time postgraduate medical degree programme affiliated to Gujarat University and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The course provides comprehensive training in the diagnosis and management of tuberculosis, respiratory diseases, and related conditions, covering pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine. The total tuition fee for the entire 3-year course is Rs. 90,000 (for boys), making it one of the most affordable PG medical programmes in India. The course has a seat intake of 10 students and is offered in full-time on-campus mode. All MD T.B. and Chest (Respiratory Medicine) candidates are posted at the State T.B. Training Centre, an affiliated institute of BJMC, providing specialised training in tuberculosis management. Given India's high TB burden and the growing prevalence of respiratory diseases, this specialty is increasingly relevant and sought after.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are upcoming. Based on the NEET PG 2026 tentative schedule, the exam is expected in June 2026, followed by MCC AIQ counselling and Gujarat State ACPPGMEC counselling tentatively from September-October 2026 onwards. For the 2025-26 session, NEET PG 2025 counselling (AIQ and State Quota) has been completed, with the stray vacancy round concluded in February 2026.

Key Points

All MD Respiratory Medicine (T.B. and Chest) candidates at BJMC are mandatorily posted at the State T.B. Training Centre, providing specialised TB management training.
The course covers a wide spectrum including tuberculosis, COPD, asthma, interstitial lung diseases, lung cancer, and critical care pulmonology.
Residents receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 1,00,800 (1st year), Rs. 1,02,480 (2nd year), and Rs. 1,05,000 (3rd year).
A bond of Rs. 40 lakhs is applicable; after completing residency, students must either serve in rural Gujarat for one year or pay the bond amount.
India's high TB burden and increasing air pollution-related respiratory diseases make this specialty highly relevant for public health careers.

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BJMC MD (T.B. and Chest) Fees

The MD (T.B. and Chest) at BJMC, Ahmedabad is a government-funded programme with extremely low tuition fees. The total tuition fee for the 3-year course is Rs. 90,000 for male candidates (Rs. 3,500 per term x 6 terms) and nil for female candidates. University registration/enrolment fees are Rs. 15,300 for all students. Additionally, a refundable caution money deposit of Rs. 1,00,800 (equivalent to one month's stipend) is collected at the time of admission. The total payable at the time of admission is Rs. 1,30,800 (caution deposit + first-year government fees of Rs. 30,000).

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Boys)	Amount (Girls)
Tuition Fees (All 6 Terms - Full Course)	Rs. 21,000	Nil
University Registration/Enrolment Fees	Rs. 15,300	Rs. 15,300
Cultural Fees	Rs. 50	Rs. 50
Total University Fees (Full Course)	Rs. 36,350	Rs. 15,350
Government College Fees (Annual)	Rs. 30,000/year	Rs. 30,000/year
Government College Fees (3 Years Total)	Rs. 90,000	Rs. 90,000
Caution Money Deposit (Refundable)	Rs. 1,00,800	Rs. 1,00,800
Total Fees (Full Course, excluding refundable deposit)	Rs. 1,26,350	Rs. 1,05,350
Hostel Fees	Free (provided by college)	Free (provided by college)

The caution money deposit of Rs. 1,00,800 is fully refundable at the end of three years of residency.
If a student leaves the course midway after admission is confirmed, all fees and caution money deposit are forfeited.
At the time of reporting/joining, candidates must submit: (1) Demand Draft of Rs. 1,00,800 (caution deposit) and (2) Demand Draft of Rs. 30,000 (first-year government fees), both in favour of "Dean, B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad."
University fees are to be submitted at the time of PG Teacher allotment, not at the time of reporting.
No EMI option is available; payment is through Demand Draft only.
Free hostel accommodation is provided to all PG residents (subject to availability after final round of counselling).
Residents receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 1,00,800 (1st year), Rs. 1,02,480 (2nd year), and Rs. 1,05,000 (3rd year), which significantly offsets the cost of the programme.

BJMC MD (T.B. and Chest) Admission 2026

Admissions to MD (T.B. and Chest) at BJMC are conducted through NEET PG, with 50% seats filled via MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling and the remaining 50% through Gujarat State Quota counselling conducted by ACPPGMEC. For the 2026-27 session, NEET PG 2026 is tentatively scheduled for June 2026, with counselling expected from September-October 2026. The 2025-26 admission cycle has been completed, including the stray vacancy round (concluded February 2026).

College/Counselling-Specific Dates (2025-26 Session - Completed)

Event	Date
NEET PG 2025 Exam	August 3, 2025
NEET PG 2025 Result	September 2025
MCC AIQ Round 1 Counselling Registration	October 2025
MCC AIQ Round 1 Seat Allotment	October-November 2025
MCC AIQ Round 2 Counselling	November-December 2025
MCC AIQ Round 3 Counselling	January 15 - February 3, 2026
Gujarat State Quota Round 3 Counselling	January 27 - February 7, 2026
MCC Stray Vacancy Round	February 16-23, 2026
Joining/Reporting at BJMC	As per MCC/ACPPGMEC allotment letter

NEET PG 2026 Exam Dates (Tentative - for 2026-27 Admissions)

Event	Tentative Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	April 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Registration End	May 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	June 15, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result	July 15, 2026
MCC AIQ Counselling (Tentative)	September-October 2026
Gujarat State Quota Counselling (Tentative)	September-October 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidate must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised university/institution approved by NMC (erstwhile MCI).
Must have completed a compulsory rotating internship (CRRI) before the last date of joining as specified by MCC/ACPPGMEC.
Must have a valid NEET PG score and a valid registration with a State Medical Council or NMC.

Admission Process:

Appear in NEET PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for AIQ counselling or on medadmgujarat.org for Gujarat State Quota counselling.
Pay the counselling registration fee (Rs. 3,750 for General/OBC; Rs. 2,750 for SC/ST).
Fill in and lock college/course choices during the choice-filling window.
Receive seat allotment result; accept the allotted seat and pay the seat acceptance fee.
Report to BJMC PG Section with all original documents and Demand Drafts for fees and caution deposit.
Submit bond papers within one month of joining.
Register with Gujarat Medical Council within one month of joining.

BJMC MD (T.B. and Chest) Scholarships 2026

Students at BJMC, Ahmedabad can avail of various government scholarships under centrally and state-sponsored schemes. Given the extremely low fee structure and the availability of a monthly stipend, the financial burden on PG students is minimal. The scholarships listed below are primarily applicable to eligible categories and are available through government portals.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Provider
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students	Merit-based; family income below Rs. 8 lakh/year	Rs. 20,000/year (PG level)	Ministry of Education, Govt. of India
Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students	SC category students	Covers tuition and maintenance	Ministry of Social Justice, Govt. of India
Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Umbrella Scheme)	ST category students	Covers tuition and maintenance	Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Govt. of India
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minority Students	Minority community; merit + means based	Up to Rs. 20,000/year	Ministry of Minority Affairs, Govt. of India
Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students	OBC category students	Covers tuition fees	Ministry of Social Justice, Govt. of India
Scholarship for Students with Disabilities (Top Class Education)	PwD students	Covers tuition and other charges	Dept. of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
BJMC Alumni Association Scholarship	BJMC students in need	Variable	BJMC Alumni Association

Applications for most central scholarships are made through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Deadlines for scholarship applications are typically between October and December each year.
Given that PG residents at BJMC receive a monthly stipend (Rs. 1,00,800 in the first year), most students are financially self-sufficient during the course.
The caution money deposit of Rs. 1,00,800 is refundable at the end of the 3-year residency.

B. J. Medical College Ahmedabad M.D T.B. And Chest Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#13 out of 632 in India 2025

#1st in Ahmedabad

#1 in Gujarat

NIRF Ranking

#45 out of 50 in India 2025

#2nd in Ahmedabad

#2 in Gujarat

IIRF Ranking

#57 out of 70 in Top Public Colleges in India 2025

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BJMC MD (T.B. and Chest) FAQs

Ques. Why are all MD T.B. and Chest students at BJMC posted at the State T.B. Training Centre?

Ans. As per BJMC's official joining instructions, all Respiratory Medicine candidates are mandatorily posted at the State T.B. Training Centre (an affiliated institute of BJMC). This ensures specialised training in tuberculosis management, which is critical given India's high TB burden. The State T.B. Training Centre provides exposure to drug-resistant TB, DOTS therapy, and national TB elimination programme protocols.

Ques. What is the scope of MD T.B. and Chest (Pulmonary Medicine) from BJMC?

Ans. MD Pulmonary Medicine from BJMC opens doors to careers in government hospitals, private respiratory clinics, and academic institutions. With India's high TB burden, increasing air pollution, and rising prevalence of COPD and asthma, pulmonologists are in high demand. Graduates can also pursue DM (Pulmonary Medicine) or fellowships in critical care and sleep medicine.

Ques. What is the stipend for MD T.B. and Chest residents at BJMC?

Ans. MD residents at BJMC receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 1,00,800 in the first year, Rs. 1,02,480 in the second year, and Rs. 1,05,000 in the third year. This stipend is paid from the date of joining the department.

Ques. What is the bond requirement for MD T.B. and Chest at BJMC?

Ans. A bond of Rs. 40 lakhs is applicable to all MD T.B. and Chest students (both AIQ and State Quota). After completing the 3-year residency, students must either serve in rural areas of Gujarat for one year or pay the bond amount. Bond papers must be submitted within one month of joining.

Ques. How many seats are available for MD T.B. and Chest at BJMC?

Ans. There are 10 seats for MD T.B. and Chest (Pulmonary Medicine) at BJMC. Of these, 50% (approximately 5 seats) are filled through MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling, and the remaining 50% (approximately 5 seats) are filled through Gujarat State Quota counselling conducted by ACPPGMEC.

Ques. What is the NEET PG rank required for MD T.B. and Chest at BJMC?

Ans. In NEET PG 2025, the AIQ closing rank for MD Respiratory Medicine at BJMC was approximately 576. This makes it a moderately competitive specialty compared to clinical branches like Radiodiagnosis or Dermatology, offering good opportunities for candidates with mid-range NEET PG scores.