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The Doctorate of Medicine [MD] in Anaesthesiology at Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Pondicherry is a 3-year postgraduate medical programme. PIMS is a premier private self-financing medical institution affiliated to Pondicherry University and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The MD Anaesthesiology programme has an annual intake of 6 seats, making it one of the larger PG clinical programmes at PIMS. The programme provides comprehensive training in anaesthesia, critical care, pain management, and perioperative medicine, with hands-on exposure at the 653-bedded PIMS Hospital equipped with 16 major and 3 minor operation theatres. Admission is based on the NEET PG examination, with seats filled through CENTAC Puducherry state-level counselling and MCC All India Quota counselling. The annual fee for Government quota seats is Rs. 7,95,000 and for Management quota is Rs. 23,90,000, as fixed by the Puducherry Fee Committee.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are upcoming. NEET PG 2026 is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2026, with results expected by July 15, 2026. CENTAC Puducherry PG Medical counselling for 2026-27 is expected to begin in August-September 2026. The 2025-26 admission season is now closed. Students are advised to monitor the official CENTAC website (centacpuducherry.in) and the NBE/NMC websites for updates on NEET PG 2026 schedule and counselling.

Key Points

6 seats for MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry, with admissions under Government quota and Management quota
Comprehensive training in anaesthesia, critical care, pain management, and perioperative medicine
Exposure to 16 major and 3 minor operation theatres at the 653-bedded PIMS Hospital
Fees regulated by the Government of Puducherry Fee Committee
No compulsory rural service bond for PIMS (private college); stipend provided during the programme
Anaesthesiology is a high-demand specialty with strong career prospects in both government and private sectors

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13 May, 2026 NEET PG 2026 Exam is scheduled for August 30, 2026. The registrations are expected to begin soon @nbe.edu.in.

PIMS MD Anaesthesiology Fees

The MD Anaesthesiology fee at PIMS Pondicherry is regulated by the Government of Puducherry Fee Committee. The annual fee for Government quota seats is Rs. 7,95,000 and for Management quota is Rs. 23,90,000, as fixed for 2024-25 and 2025-26. The total fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 23,85,000 (Govt quota) and Rs. 71,70,000 (Management quota). Candidates also receive a monthly stipend during the programme.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Government Quota (Rs.)	Management Quota (Rs.)
Annual Tuition Fee	7,95,000	23,90,000
Total Tuition Fee (3 Years)	23,85,000	71,70,000

The annual tuition fee is as fixed by the Puducherry Fee Committee (Order dated 23.08.2024, valid for 2024-25 and 2025-26).
Fees for 2026-27 onwards are subject to revision by the Fee Committee.
Institutions are not permitted to collect any fees beyond what is fixed by the Fee Committee.
No compulsory rural service bond is applicable for PIMS (private college) PG students.
Monthly stipend is provided to PG residents; amount to be confirmed with the college at the time of admission.
Hostel accommodation is available for PG residents at PIMS campus; charges are separate.

PIMS MD Anaesthesiology Admission 2026

Admission to MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry is based on NEET PG scores. 50% of seats are filled through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) All India Quota counselling, and 50% through CENTAC Puducherry state-level counselling. The 2026-27 admission season is upcoming, with NEET PG 2026 tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2026, and CENTAC PG counselling expected in August-September 2026.

Important Dates

Event	Tentative Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	April 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Registration Last Date	May 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Exam	June 15, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result	July 15, 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 1	August 2026 (Tentative)
CENTAC Puducherry PG Medical Counselling	August - September 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	September - October 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Details

Exam Detail	Information
Exam Name	NEET PG 2026
Conducting Body	National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Mode of Exam	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Exam Date	June 15, 2026 (Tentative)
Eligibility	MBBS degree from NMC-recognised institution + completed internship
Official Website	nbe.edu.in / natboard.edu.in
MCC Counselling Website	mcc.nic.in

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical institution
Must have completed compulsory rotating internship (CRRI)
Must hold permanent or provisional NMC or State Medical Council registration
Must qualify NEET PG with minimum qualifying percentile as prescribed by NBE/NMC

Admission Process

Register and appear for NEET PG 2026 (nbe.edu.in)
Register for MCC PG Medical counselling (mcc.nic.in) for 50% All India Quota seats
Register for CENTAC Puducherry PG Medical counselling (centacpuducherry.in) for 50% state quota seats
Submit required documents including MBBS degree, internship completion certificate, and NMC/State Medical Council registration
Submit course preferences and receive seat allotment
Report to PIMS Pondicherry with original documents for verification and admission
Pay prescribed fees and complete enrollment formalities

PIMS MD Anaesthesiology Scholarships 2026

Given the postgraduate level of this programme and the stipend provided to PG residents, dedicated scholarship schemes specifically for MD programmes are limited. However, candidates may explore education loan options and general merit-based scholarships available for postgraduate medical students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Support	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit
Monthly Stipend (PIMS)	All enrolled MD residents	As per PIMS norms (to be confirmed with college)
PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme	All students in recognised institutions	Collateral-free education loan with interest subsidy
Education Loans (Nationalised Banks)	All students	As per bank norms; up to Rs. 40 lakh without collateral
Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (Govt. of Puducherry)	SC/ST students domiciled in Puducherry	Financial assistance as per scheme norms

Monthly stipend is provided to PG residents at PIMS; candidates should confirm the exact amount with the college at the time of admission.
PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme details available at vidyalakshmi.co.in.
Education loan applications can be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or directly to nationalised banks.

PIMS Pondicherry M.D Anaesthesiology Ranking

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#520 out of 527 in India 2026

#10th in Puducherry

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PIMS MD Anaesthesiology FAQs

Ques. How many seats are available for MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry?

Ans. There are 6 seats available for MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry. These are divided between Government quota (filled through CENTAC Puducherry counselling) and Management quota (filled through CENTAC and MCC counselling).

Ques. What is the fee for MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry?

Ans. The annual fee for MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry is Rs. 7,95,000 for Government quota seats and Rs. 23,90,000 for Management quota seats, as fixed by the Puducherry Fee Committee. The total fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 23,85,000 (Govt quota) and Rs. 71,70,000 (Management quota).

Ques. Is there a service bond for MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry?

Ans. No, there is no compulsory rural service bond for PG students at PIMS Pondicherry, as it is a private medical college. This is a significant advantage compared to government medical colleges in Puducherry (like Indira Gandhi MCRI) where no bond is applicable either, but some other states have strict bond requirements.

Ques. What is the NEET PG cutoff for MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry?

Ans. Based on 2025 CENTAC counselling data, the NEET PG cutoff rank for MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry under Government quota (General category) was around rank 20,981 in Round 1. Management quota cutoff was around rank 40,144 (General category). Cutoffs vary each year based on the number of applicants and seat availability.

Ques. What are the career prospects after MD Anaesthesiology from PIMS Pondicherry?

Ans. MD Anaesthesiology graduates from PIMS Pondicherry can pursue careers as anaesthesiologists in government and private hospitals, critical care specialists, pain management specialists, or pursue super-specialty training (DM Critical Care, M.Ch. Cardiac Anaesthesia, etc.). Anaesthesiology is a high-demand specialty with excellent career prospects in India and abroad, including opportunities in the Gulf countries, UK, USA, Canada, and Australia.

Ques. Is MD Anaesthesiology at PIMS Pondicherry filled through MCC or CENTAC counselling?

Ans. Both. 50% of MD Anaesthesiology seats at PIMS Pondicherry are filled through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) All India Quota counselling, and 50% through CENTAC Puducherry state-level counselling. Candidates from all states can apply for Management quota seats through both MCC and CENTAC, while Government quota seats are primarily for Puducherry residents.