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MD (Paediatrics) at GKMC Chennai is a 3-year full-time PG degree affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. GKMC offers 10 seats (5 AIQ + 5 State Quota) via NEET PG and MCC/DME counselling. The programme covers neonatology, paediatric emergency, cardiology, neurology, nephrology, gastroenterology, and infectious diseases. Total fees: Rs. 1,40,850 (3 years). Monthly stipend: Rs. 54,025 (Yr1) / Rs. 55,149 (Yr2) / Rs. 56,275 (Yr3). NEET PG 2026 tentatively June 15, 2026. Graduates can pursue DM in Neonatology, Paediatric Cardiology, Paediatric Neurology etc.

Key Points:

10 seats;
extensive clinical exposure;
DM eligibility;
50% AIQ + 50% State Quota;
SC/ST tuition fee exemption.

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GKMC MD Paediatrics Fees

Total fees: Rs. 1,40,850 (3 years).

Fees Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition	Rs.40,000/yr
Special Fee	Rs.10,000 (one-time)
Caution Deposit	Rs.2,000 (refundable)
Library	Rs.1,600
University Registration	Rs.6,450
Misc	Rs.700
Sports	Rs.100
Total	Rs.1,40,850

GKMC MD Paediatrics Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration	Apr 7 - May 7 2026 (Tentative)
Exam	Jun 15 2026 (Tentative)
Result	Jul 15 2026 (Tentative)
MCC Counselling	TBA

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

MBBS from NMC-recognised institution;
completed internship;
valid NEET PG score.

Admission Process

Qualify NEET PG;
register on mcc.nic.in or DME TN portal;
fill choices;
seat allotment by rank/category;
report with documents.

GKMC MD Paediatrics Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Details
TN Govt stipend	Rs.54,025-56,275/month
SC/ST Post-Matric scholarship
Central Sector Scholarship
Tuition fee exemption for SC/ST

Government Kilpauk Medical College Chennai M.D Paediatrics Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#138 out of 527 in India 2026

#4th in Chennai

#14 in Tamil Nadu

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GKMC MD Paediatrics FAQs

Ques. Seats?

Ans. 10 seats - 5 AIQ + 5 State Quota.

Ques. Sub-specialties?

Ans. Neonatology, paediatric emergency, cardiology, neurology, nephrology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, infectious diseases, haematology-oncology.

Ques. DM options?

Ans. Neonatology, Paediatric Cardiology, Paediatric Neurology, Paediatric Nephrology via NEET SS.

Ques. Stipend?

Ans. Rs.54,025/55,149/56,275 per month for years 1/2/3.

Ques. Bond?

Ans. TN State Quota students must serve in TN govt hospitals post-completion.

Ques. Career?

Ans. Consultant paediatrician, private practice, academic, or super-specialty training.