Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Patna, is an NBEMS-accredited training centre for the three-year Diplomate National Board (DNB) programme in Emergency Medicine. Bihar’s premier government medical university, ranking 110 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list, IGIMS offers structured DNB Emergency Medicine training in a high-volume tertiary-care environment with experienced specialist faculty. The DNB Emergency Medicine qualification, awarded by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences, is fully equivalent to an MD/MS degree and recognised by the National Medical Commission. Residents at IGIMS gain extensive clinical experience, participate in structured teaching sessions, and complete a supervised dissertation as part of the programme.
Admissions for the 2026-27 session are based on NEET PG merit. NEET PG 2026 is scheduled on August 30, 2026. NBEMS DNB counselling is expected in September to October 2026 with residency commencing in October 2026.
Key Points
- Three-year DNB Emergency Medicine residency at an NBEMS-accredited government medical university
- DNB is fully equivalent to MD/MS and recognised by the National Medical Commission
- Admission through NEET PG merit and NBEMS centralised DNB counselling
- High-volume tertiary-care caseload with experienced specialist faculty supervision
- Monthly stipend for all DNB residents throughout the three-year programme
- IGIMS ranks 110 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list
- Access to well-equipped investigation facilities, ICUs, and departmental libraries
- Pathway to senior specialist practice, academic positions, or further fellowship training
IGIMS Patna DNB Emergency Medicine Fees
DNB Emergency Medicine Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | ₹95,000 |
| Total Fees (3-year programme) | ₹2,85,000 |
- Annual tuition fee of ₹95,000 is payable at the start of each academic year, totalling ₹2,85,000 across the three-year programme.
- NBEMS examination fees are payable separately to the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences as per the prescribed schedule.
- DNB residents receive a monthly stipend from IGIMS; hostel accommodation is available at a nominal separate charge.
IGIMS Patna DNB Emergency Medicine Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| NEET PG Registration | April 2026 to May 2026 |
| NEET PG Examination | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG Result | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| NBEMS DNB Counselling | September 2026 to October 2026 |
| Residency Commences | October 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| NEET PG | August 30, 2026 | April 2026 to May 2026 | July 2026 (Tentative) |
- DNB admission at IGIMS is based on the NEET PG score and conducted through NBEMS centralised DNB counselling available at natboard.edu.in.
- IGIMS is an NBEMS-accredited training centre for DNB programmes; the DNB qualification is equivalent to MD/MS and recognised by the National Medical Commission.
- Candidates must hold an MBBS degree, completed internship, and valid NMC registration. Specialty-specific eligibility conditions are notified in the NBEMS DNB prospectus.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from a college recognised by the National Medical Commission with permanent NMC or State Medical Council registration.
- Completion of the mandatory one-year compulsory rotatory internship before joining the DNB programme.
- Valid NEET PG score in the examination conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences.
- Meeting any additional specialty-specific requirements notified by NBEMS in the DNB prospectus.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for the NEET PG examination conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences.
- Visit natboard.edu.in for NBEMS DNB centralised counselling registration within the notified window.
- Select IGIMS as the preferred training centre for the chosen DNB specialisation.
- Report to IGIMS on the allotted date with original MBBS degree, internship certificate, NMC registration, and NEET PG scorecard.
- Complete medical fitness verification, pay the prescribed tuition fee, and commence DNB residency training.
IGIMS Patna DNB Emergency Medicine Scholarships 2026
DNB Emergency Medicine Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Bihar State Scholarship | Variable | Bihar government scheme for SC/ST/OBC/EWS residents |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Variable | Central schemes for SC/ST/OBC/minority students |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | Tuition + maintenance allowance | SC/ST candidates with valid caste certificate |
| Education Loan | Up to ₹20 lakhs | Through nationalised banks at concessional rates |
- Most scholarships are channelled through the National Scholarship Portal after the start of the academic session.
- Bihar government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates are administered by the Social Welfare Department.
- Education loans are available through major nationalised banks; IGIMS facilitates the bank verification process.
- Stipends paid to PG residents and fellows substantially offset living expenses during training.
![Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences - [IGIMS]](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1493642626igimslogo.png?h=71.7&w=71.7&mode=stretch)
Comments