JJMMC MD (Radiodiagnosis) FAQs
Ques. What is the NEET PG closing rank for MD Radiodiagnosis at JJMMC Davanagere?
Ans. MD Radiodiagnosis is one of the most competitive specialisations at JJMMC. In the 2024 KEA counselling, the closing rank for the General/Management quota was approximately 1,946 (last round), while the Round 1 closing rank was around 865. For Government quota (1G category), the closing rank was around 7,167 in 2022. Candidates with a NEET PG rank below 2,000 in the General category have a reasonable chance of securing a seat.
Ques. Do Management quota students at JJMMC receive a stipend for MD Radiodiagnosis?
Ans. This has been a point of concern. As per NMC regulations, all PG students are entitled to a stipend. However, there have been reports and an NMC inquiry (2024) regarding stipend disparity at JJMMC, where only Government quota students were reportedly receiving the stipend. Prospective Management quota students should clarify this directly with the college administration before admission.
Ques. What is the total fee for MD Radiodiagnosis under Management quota at JJMMC?
Ans. The total tuition fee for MD Radiodiagnosis under Management quota at JJMMC is Rs. 1,00,15,750 for the entire 3-year course. Additionally, hostel fees (if opted) range from Rs. 1,70,000 to Rs. 2,85,000 per annum. Fees are subject to revision by the Karnataka Fee Fixation Committee.
Ques. How is the clinical exposure for MD Radiodiagnosis at JJMMC?
Ans. JJMMC is attached to Bapuji Hospital, a 2000+ bedded teaching hospital with a high daily patient load. The Radiodiagnosis department handles a wide variety of cases including emergency imaging, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy. Students and alumni consistently highlight the strong clinical exposure as one of the key strengths of the college, making it comparable to government medical colleges in Karnataka.
Ques. Can non-Karnataka candidates apply for MD Radiodiagnosis at JJMMC?
Ans. Yes. Non-Karnataka candidates are eligible to apply for Management quota and NRI quota seats at JJMMC through KEA counselling. For Government/State quota seats, Karnataka domicile and RGUHS-affiliated MBBS degree are typically required. Non-Karnataka candidates should check the latest KEA eligibility brochure for specific domicile requirements each year.
Ques. What are the career prospects after MD Radiodiagnosis from JJMMC?
Ans. MD Radiodiagnosis is one of the highest-demand specialisations in India. Graduates can work as radiologists in hospitals, diagnostic imaging centres, and academic institutions. They are also eligible to pursue DM (Interventional Radiology) or other super-speciality courses. Starting salaries for radiologists in India typically range from Rs. 15 LPA to Rs. 30 LPA in private hospitals, with senior radiologists earning significantly higher. JJMMC alumni are well-placed across Karnataka and other states.
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