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LHMC Delhi MD Pathology FAQs
Ques. Is LHMC MD (Pathology) admission open to male candidates?
Ans. No, Lady Hardinge Medical College is a women’s medical college; all programmes including MD (Pathology) are open only to female candidates. Male candidates are not eligible regardless of NEET PG score or domicile. This policy applies to all AIQ and Delhi Quota seats.
Ques. What is the total fee for MD (Pathology) at LHMC Delhi?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 3-year MD (Pathology) programme at LHMC is ₹39,000 (₹13,000 per year), one of the lowest for a postgraduate medical programme in India. Additionally, MD/MS residents receive a monthly stipend as per central government norms, which substantially offsets living expenses during the programme.
Ques. How is MD (Pathology) admission done at LHMC -- AIQ vs Delhi Quota?
Ans. MD (Pathology) seats at LHMC are split 50-50 between the All India Quota (AIQ) and the Delhi Quota. AIQ seats are filled by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) through centralised online counselling at mcc.nic.in; any NEET PG-qualified female candidate from across India can participate. Delhi Quota seats are filled separately by DGHS Delhi; eligible female candidates with a valid NEET PG score should apply through the DGHS Delhi portal.
Ques. What are the career prospects after completing MD (Pathology) from LHMC?
Ans. MD (Pathology) graduates from LHMC pursue careers as pathologist, laboratory director, clinical haematologist. The programme’s research orientation, backed by LHMC’s teaching hospitals (SSKH and KSCH), equips candidates for senior hospital positions, academic roles, and higher-speciality fellowships. LHMC’s affiliation with the University of Delhi and its standing in national rankings further strengthens career prospects.
Ques. Do MD students at LHMC receive a stipend, and is hostel available?
Ans. Yes, MD/MS residents at LHMC receive a monthly stipend as per central government norms under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. LHMC also provides on-campus hostel accommodation for postgraduate students, subject to seat availability. Hostel and mess charges are separate from the tuition fee; candidates should confirm current hostel availability and charges with LHMC’s administrative office at the time of reporting.
Ques. What NEET PG score or percentile is typically required for MD admission at LHMC?
Ans. LHMC is among the top government medical colleges in India, and MD seats are highly competitive. Exact cutoffs vary each year based on the number of candidates and seat availability. Candidates should track MCC PG Counselling cutoff data from previous years (published on mcc.nic.in) for a realistic estimate of the required NEET PG score or rank for their chosen specialisation.
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