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Doctorate of Medicine [MD] (Community Medicine) at Katihar Medical College (KMC), Katihar, Bihar is a 3-year postgraduate medical degree program approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated with Al-Karim University, Katihar. The course provides advanced training in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health administration, health policy, occupational health, environmental health, and preventive medicine. KMC offers 3 seats for MD Community Medicine. The tuition fee is Rs 5,00,000 per annum, making it one of the more affordable clinical-adjacent MD programs at the college. The course is offered in full-time, on-campus mode and is popular among doctors who wish to work in public health, government health services, research institutions, or academic medicine.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session were conducted through NEET PG 2026, followed by Bihar PGMAC (Post Graduate Medical Admission Counselling) conducted by BCECEB. The 2027-28 admission cycle will be based on NEET PG 2027 (tentative exam date: 15 June 2027), with PGMAC counselling expected in August-September 2027. As of March 2027, the 2026-27 admissions are complete and the 2027-28 cycle is upcoming.

Key Points

3 seats available for MD Community Medicine at KMC
Tuition fee of Rs 5,00,000 per annum, affordable compared to clinical MD specializations
PG students receive a monthly stipend: Rs 68,545 (1st year), Rs 75,399 (2nd year), Rs 82,938 (3rd year)
The PG hostel consists of one-bedroom flats with attached bathroom, balcony, and kitchen
Admission is through both All India Quota (50% seats via MCC counselling) and Bihar State Quota (50% seats via BCECEB PGMAC)
MD Community Medicine graduates are eligible for positions in government health departments, WHO, UNICEF, ICMR, and as faculty in medical colleges

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KMC MD Community Medicine Fees

MD Community Medicine at Katihar Medical College has a tuition fee of Rs 5,00,000 per annum. The total first-year payment at admission is Rs 11,50,000 (including hostel fee and refundable security deposit). The monthly stipend paid to PG students substantially offsets the overall cost, with a total stipend of approximately Rs 27.23 lakhs over 3 years.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (per annum)	Rs 5,00,000
Hostel Fee (per annum)	Rs 3,00,000
Student Services and Amenities Fee (per annum)	Rs 50,000
Refundable Security Deposit (one time)	Rs 3,00,000
Total at Admission (1st Year)	Rs 11,50,000
Total Fees (3 years Tuition + Hostel + Amenities, excluding security deposit)	Rs 25,50,000

Tuition fee is payable for 3 years at the beginning of each academic year.
Hostel fee covers a one-bedroom flat with attached bathroom, balcony, and kitchen (PG hostel).
Refundable Security Deposit of Rs 3,00,000 is a one-time payment, refundable after course completion subject to clearance of dues.
Stipend is paid to PG students: Rs 68,545/month (Year 1), Rs 75,399/month (Year 2), Rs 82,938/month (Year 3). Total stipend over 3 years: approximately Rs 27.23 lakhs.
A Bank Guarantee/Bond for the remaining course fees must be furnished at the time of admission.
Fees are subject to revision as per Bihar Private Universities Act 2013 and government/NMC orders.

KMC MD Community Medicine Admission 2026

Admissions to MD Community Medicine at Katihar Medical College are conducted through NEET PG, with 50% of seats filled through All India Quota (MCC counselling) and 50% through Bihar State Quota (BCECEB PGMAC). The 2026-27 admissions are complete. The 2027-28 cycle will be based on NEET PG 2027 results.

Admission Dates

Event	2026-27 Dates	Expected 2027-28 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Exam	August 2026	15 June 2027
NEET PG Result	September 2026	July 2027
MCC AIQ PGMAC Round 1 Registration	October 2026	August 2027
Bihar PGMAC Registration	October-November 2026	August-September 2027
Seat Allotment and Admission	November-December 2026	September-October 2027
Batch Commencement	December 2026 - January 2027	October-November 2027

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2027 Registration Start	7 April 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Registration End	7 May 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Admit Card	11 June 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Exam Date	15 June 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Result	15 July 2027 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Must hold an MBBS degree recognized by NMC with completion of 1-year compulsory rotating internship (CRMI)
Must qualify NEET PG in the current year with the required percentile (50th percentile for General/EWS; 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC)

Admission Process

Qualify NEET PG with the required score and percentile
Register for MCC All India Quota counselling (mcc.nic.in) for 50% AIQ seats
Register for Bihar PGMAC counselling on the BCECEB portal (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in) for 50% state quota seats
Fill in college and course preferences during the choice-filling window
Attend document verification as per the schedule
Accept the allotted seat and pay the first-year fee at Katihar Medical College within the stipulated deadline
Furnish Bank Guarantee/Bond for the remaining course fees at the time of admission

KMC MD Community Medicine Scholarships 2026

There are no college-specific scholarships exclusively for MD Community Medicine students at KMC. However, all PG students receive a monthly stipend as per NMC regulations, which significantly offsets the cost of the program. Government scholarship schemes for SC/ST/OBC students may also be applicable.

Scholarship Benefits

Benefit / Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
PG Stipend (Year 1)	All admitted MD students	Rs 68,545 per month (Rs 8,22,540 per year)
PG Stipend (Year 2)	All admitted MD students	Rs 75,399 per month (Rs 9,04,788 per year)
PG Stipend (Year 3)	All admitted MD students	Rs 82,938 per month (Rs 9,95,256 per year)
Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Govt.)	SC/ST students, parental income up to Rs 2.5 lakh/year	As per scheme
National Scholarship Portal Scholarships	Various categories, merit and means based	As per scheme

Total stipend over 3 years is approximately Rs 27.23 lakhs per student, which exceeds the total tuition fee of Rs 15 lakhs for this program.
Stipend rates are as per the 2022-23 schedule and may be revised by the university/NMC.
The stipend is paid monthly and is separate from the fee structure.

KMC MD Community Medicine FAQs

Ques. What are the career prospects after MD Community Medicine?

Ans. MD Community Medicine graduates have diverse career options. They can work as public health specialists in government health departments (state/central), join organizations like WHO, UNICEF, ICMR, NRHM, and other national/international health agencies, or become faculty in community medicine departments of medical colleges. They are also eligible for positions in health policy, epidemiology research, occupational health, and environmental health. Government service through UPSC/state PSC exams (Civil Services, Combined Medical Services) is another popular route.

Ques. How many seats are available for MD Community Medicine at KMC and what is the fee?

Ans. KMC offers 3 seats for MD Community Medicine. The tuition fee is Rs 5,00,000 per annum (total tuition: Rs 15,00,000 for 3 years). Including hostel and amenities, the total cost is approximately Rs 25,50,000 over 3 years (excluding the refundable security deposit of Rs 3,00,000). The monthly stipend (Rs 68,545 to Rs 82,938) substantially offsets the overall cost.

Ques. What is the admission process for MD Community Medicine at Katihar Medical College?

Ans. Admission is through NEET PG. 50% of seats are filled through MCC All India Quota counselling (mcc.nic.in) and 50% through Bihar PGMAC counselling (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in). Candidates must qualify NEET PG, register for the respective counselling, fill preferences, attend document verification, and pay the first-year fee upon seat allotment. A Bank Guarantee/Bond for remaining fees is mandatory at admission.

Ques. Is there a stipend for MD Community Medicine students at KMC?

Ans. Yes. All PG students at KMC, including MD Community Medicine students, receive a monthly stipend: Rs 68,545 (Year 1), Rs 75,399 (Year 2), and Rs 82,938 (Year 3). The total stipend over 3 years is approximately Rs 27.23 lakhs, which exceeds the total tuition fee of Rs 15 lakhs for MD Community Medicine.

Ques. Is MD Community Medicine a good choice for doctors interested in public health?

Ans. Yes, MD Community Medicine is the primary postgraduate qualification for doctors who want to specialize in public health, epidemiology, and preventive medicine in India. It is the gateway to careers in government health services, international health organizations, public health research, and academic medicine. With India's growing focus on public health infrastructure post-COVID, the demand for community medicine specialists has increased significantly.

Ques. Is the MD Community Medicine program at KMC NMC approved?

Ans. Yes, the MD Community Medicine program at Katihar Medical College is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The college is affiliated with Al-Karim University, Katihar (UGC recognized). All PG programs at KMC are conducted as per NMC's Postgraduate Medical Education Regulations.

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