JLNMC MD (Radiotherapy) FAQs
Ques. What is the NEET PG closing rank for MD Radiotherapy at JLN Medical College, Ajmer?
Ans. MD Radiotherapy / Radiation Oncology at JLN Ajmer is moderately competitive. The 2024 NEET PG Round 1 closing rank for MD Radiation Oncology (AIQ, General category) was approximately 15,817. In 2023, the closing rank was approximately 16,676. Candidates with a NEET PG rank in the range of 15,000 to 30,000 in the General category have a reasonable chance of securing a seat through AIQ or state quota counselling.
Ques. What is the monthly stipend for MD Radiotherapy students at JLN Medical College, Ajmer?
Ans. All MD/MS students at JLN Medical College receive a monthly stipend as per Rajasthan government norms: Rs. 55,200 per month in the 1st year, Rs. 58,650 per month in the 2nd year, and Rs. 60,950 per month in the 3rd year, plus applicable Dearness Allowance (DA). This stipend is paid to all students irrespective of quota.
Ques. Is there a bond/service obligation after completing MD Radiotherapy from JLN Medical College, Ajmer?
Ans. Yes. All MD/MS graduates from JLN Medical College, Ajmer, are required to serve in rural or government health services for 2 years after course completion. For MD Radiotherapy, the penalty for non-compliance with the bond is Rs. 50,00,000. This bond is a standard requirement for all government medical college PG graduates in Rajasthan.
Ques. What are the career prospects after MD Radiotherapy / Radiation Oncology from JLN Medical College?
Ans. India has a significant shortage of radiation oncologists, with cancer incidence rising rapidly. MD Radiotherapy graduates can work in government cancer hospitals, regional cancer centres (RCCs), AIIMS, private oncology chains (HCG, Fortis, Apollo), and academic institutions. They are also eligible to pursue super-speciality fellowships in specific cancer types. Starting salaries in government service range from Rs. 1 lakh to Rs. 1.5 lakh per month, while senior positions in private oncology hospitals can offer Rs. 3 lakh to Rs. 6 lakh per month or more.
Ques. Can candidates from outside Rajasthan apply for MD Radiotherapy at JLN Medical College, Ajmer?
Ans. Yes. 50% of seats at JLN Medical College are filled through MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling, which is open to all NEET PG qualified candidates across India. The remaining 50% are filled through Rajasthan state quota counselling, which requires Rajasthan domicile or MBBS from a Rajasthan college. Non-Rajasthan candidates can apply for AIQ seats through the MCC portal.
Ques. What equipment and facilities are available for MD Radiotherapy training at JLN Medical College, Ajmer?
Ans. JLN Medical College's radiotherapy department is part of the attached JLN (Victoria) Hospital, which is a government tertiary care centre. The department is equipped with linear accelerators (LINAC), brachytherapy units, and planning systems for modern radiotherapy techniques. Students get exposure to a wide range of cancer cases given the high patient load at this government hospital, which serves patients from across Rajasthan and neighbouring states.
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