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The Doctorate of Medicine [MD] in Paediatrics at JJM Medical College (JJMMC), Davanagere is a 3-year postgraduate medical degree program affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka. The course provides comprehensive training in child health, covering neonatology, pediatric medicine, pediatric emergencies, growth and development, immunization, and management of childhood diseases. With a total seat intake of 17 seats, it is one of the larger PG programs at JJMMC. The program is offered in full-time on-campus mode with extensive clinical exposure through the attached Chigateri General Hospital and Bapuji Child Health Institute. MD Paediatrics is a highly sought-after clinical specialty in India, offering strong career prospects in both government and private sectors.

Admission for the 2026-27 batch has been completed through KEA Karnataka NEET PG counselling and MCC All India Quota counselling. The stray vacancy round for 2026-27 concluded in March 2027. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, NEET PG 2027 is tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2027, and KEA Karnataka NEET PG 2027 counselling registration is expected to open tentatively in October 2027.

Key Points

MD Paediatrics at JJMMC has 17 seats, making it one of the larger PG programs at the college.
JJMMC has a dedicated Bapuji Child Health Institute (BCHI) attached to the college, providing specialized pediatric clinical exposure.
The course covers neonatology, pediatric intensive care, pediatric emergencies, and subspecialties, offering broad clinical training.
Graduates are eligible to pursue DM (Neonatology) or DM (Pediatric Neurology) super-specializations after completing MD Paediatrics.
The college is affiliated with RGUHS and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC), ensuring national recognition of the degree.
MD Paediatrics graduates from JJMMC are well-placed for careers in government hospitals, private pediatric clinics, and academic medicine.

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JJMMC MD Paediatrics Fees

MD Paediatrics at JJMMC is a high-demand clinical specialty with correspondingly higher fees. As per the official KEA fee structure for 2026-27, the government quota tuition fee is Rs. 7,83,108 per year, while the private/management quota fee is Rs. 13,87,994 per year. The NRI/Other quota fee is Rs. 80,15,000 per year. The total course fee over 3 years ranges from approximately Rs. 23.49 lakhs (government quota) to Rs. 41.64 lakhs (management/private quota). Hostel accommodation is available at approximately Rs. 2,00,000 per year but is not mandatory.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Government Quota (per year)	Management/Private Quota (per year)	NRI Quota (per year)
Tuition Fee (incl. RGUHS & University fees)	Rs. 7,83,108	Rs. 13,87,994	Rs. 80,15,000
Hostel + Mess Charges (optional)	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 2,00,000
Total Fees (3 years, excl. hostel)	Rs. 23,49,324	Rs. 41,63,982	Rs. 2,40,45,000

Fees are as per the official KEA Karnataka PG Medical provisional fee structure 2026-27.
Fees may be revised for 2027-28.
The above tuition fee includes RGUHS registration and other university fees.
Hostel fees (Rs. 2,00,000/year) are optional and not included in the Total Fees row; they are shown separately.
There is no EMI option officially announced; fee payment is typically made at the time of admission/reporting.
A caution deposit (refundable) may be collected at the time of admission as per KEA norms.

JJMMC MD Paediatrics Admission 2026

Admission to MD Paediatrics at JJMMC is through NEET PG score, via KEA Karnataka counselling (for state quota and management quota seats) and MCC All India Quota counselling (50% of government seats). MD Paediatrics is among the competitive clinical PG specialties, with moderate-to-high NEET PG scores required. The 2026-27 admission cycle has concluded. For 2027-28, candidates must qualify NEET PG 2027 and register for KEA Karnataka NEET PG counselling.

College-Specific Admission Dates (2026-27 - Most Recent Cycle)

Event	Date
KEA NEET PG 2026 Counselling Registration	October 4, 2026 - October 17, 2026
Offline Document Verification at KEA	October 27, 2026 - November 6, 2026
Round 1 Choice Filling	November 18, 2026 - November 20, 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment Result (Final)	November 29, 2026
Last Date to Report (Round 1)	December 7, 2026
Round 2 Choice Filling / Rearrangement	December 16, 2026 - December 22, 2026
Round 2 Final Allotment Result	December 24, 2026
Last Date to Report (Round 2)	December 30, 2026
Mop-up Round Registration	January 18, 2027 - January 26, 2027
Mop-up Round Final Allotment Result	February 26, 2027
Last Date to Report (Mop-up Round)	March 4, 2027
Stray Vacancy Round Registration	February 27, 2027 - March 1, 2027
Stray Vacancy Round Final Allotment Result	March 7, 2027
Last Date to Report (Stray Vacancy Round)	March 12, 2027

NEET PG 2027 Exam Dates (Tentative - for 2027-28 Admission)

Event	Tentative Date
NEET PG 2027 Registration Start	April 7, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Registration End	May 7, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Admit Card	June 11, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Exam Date	August 30, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Result	July 2027 (Tentative)
KEA Karnataka NEET PG 2027 Counselling Registration	October 2027 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized institution affiliated to a recognized Indian university.
Candidates must have qualified NEET PG with the minimum qualifying percentile: 50th percentile for General/EWS category and 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories.
Candidates must have completed their compulsory rotating internship (CRMI) on or before March 31 of the admission year (i.e., March 31, 2027 for 2027-28 admission).

Admission Process

Appear and qualify in NEET PG conducted by NBEMS.
Register on the KEA PGET portal (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) during the counselling registration window.
Attend offline document verification at KEA office with all original documents.
Fill in choices of course and college during the choice filling window.
Await seat allotment result; if allotted, exercise one of the four choices (accept and join, accept and upgrade, accept and participate in next round, or exit).
Pay the prescribed fee and submit original documents to KEA.
Collect the admission order from KEA and report to JJMMC within the stipulated date.
For All India Quota (AIQ) seats: Register on MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) and participate in AIQ counselling conducted by MCC.

JJMMC MD Paediatrics Scholarships 2026

MD Paediatrics students at JJMMC can avail of several government scholarships based on category and merit. The college itself does not offer course-specific scholarships, but students can benefit from central and state government scholarship schemes. Given the higher fee structure of MD Paediatrics, scholarships can provide meaningful financial relief, especially for SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker section students.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Offered By	Amount	Eligibility
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students	Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance	SC students with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year
Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students	Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Govt. of India	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance	ST students with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students	Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India	Up to Rs. 24,000/year	OBC students with family income below Rs. 1 lakh/year
National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies	UGC / Govt. of India	Rs. 15,000/month for 10 months	Merit-based; age limit 30 years; pursuing recognized PG degree
PG Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Professional Courses)	Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment	Full tuition fee reimbursement	SC/ST students admitted to professional PG courses
Karnataka State Scholarship (Sanchi Honnamma)	Govt. of Karnataka	Varies	Karnataka domicile female students

Scholarships must be applied for through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal.
Application deadlines for most central scholarships are typically between October and December each year.
Students are advised to apply for scholarships immediately after admission to avoid missing deadlines.
Stipend: PG students at JJMMC under government quota may be eligible for a monthly stipend as per Karnataka government norms (approximately Rs. 30,000/month for 1st year, Rs. 35,000/month for 2nd year, Rs. 40,000/month for 3rd year).
Candidates are advised to verify the current stipend policy directly with the college.

JJMMC MD Paediatrics FAQs

Ques. What makes JJMMC a good choice for MD Paediatrics?

Ans. JJMMC has a dedicated Bapuji Child Health Institute (BCHI) attached to the college, which provides specialized pediatric clinical exposure beyond what a general hospital can offer. The high patient load at both BCHI and Chigateri General Hospital ensures residents get extensive hands-on training in neonatology, pediatric emergencies, and general pediatrics. The RGUHS affiliation and NMC approval also ensure the degree is recognized nationally.

Ques. How many seats are available for MD Paediatrics at JJMMC, and what is the quota-wise distribution?

Ans. JJMMC has a total of 17 seats for MD Paediatrics. The distribution is approximately: 5-6 Government seats, 6-7 COMEDK seats, and 4-5 NRI/Management seats. The actual distribution may vary for 2027-28; candidates should verify with KEA at the time of counselling.

Ques. Can I pursue DM (Neonatology) after MD Paediatrics from JJMMC?

Ans. Yes. After completing MD Paediatrics from JJMMC (an RGUHS-affiliated, NMC-approved college), graduates are eligible to appear for NEET SS (Super Specialty) entrance exam conducted by NBEMS for DM programs in Neonatology, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Cardiology, and other pediatric super-specialties.

Ques. What is the stipend for MD Paediatrics students at JJMMC?

Ans. As per Karnataka government norms, PG students under government quota are entitled to a monthly stipend (approximately Rs. 30,000 in 1st year, Rs. 35,000 in 2nd year, Rs. 40,000 in 3rd year). There have been reported disputes at JJMMC regarding stipend payment to private/management quota students. Candidates are strongly advised to clarify the current stipend policy directly with the college administration before admission.

Ques. What is the clinical exposure like for MD Paediatrics residents at JJMMC?

Ans. MD Paediatrics residents at JJMMC benefit from postings at both the Chigateri General Hospital and the Bapuji Child Health Institute (BCHI). BCHI is a dedicated pediatric hospital that handles a large volume of pediatric cases including neonatal intensive care, pediatric emergencies, and subspecialty cases. This dual exposure provides comprehensive training across general and specialized pediatric care.

Ques. Is MD Paediatrics from JJMMC recognized for government jobs and abroad?

Ans. Yes. MD Paediatrics from JJMMC is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and RGUHS, making it valid for government jobs across India, including state health services, AIIMS, and central government hospitals. For practice abroad, candidates would need to clear the respective country's licensing exams (e.g., USMLE for the USA, PLAB for the UK), but the MD degree from an NMC-recognized college is a valid qualification for these applications.