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The MD (Radiodiagnosis) programme at Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Pondicherry is a 3-year postgraduate clinical medical degree affiliated to Pondicherry University. It covers diagnostic radiology, ultrasonography, CT scan, MRI, interventional radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation safety. PIMS offers 4 seats in MD Radiodiagnosis with an annual tuition fee of Rs. 7,95,000 for Government Quota and Rs. 23,90,000 for Management Quota. Admission is based on NEET PG scores, followed by CENTAC counselling for state/management quota seats and MCC counselling for All India Quota (AIQ) seats. MD Radiodiagnosis is one of the most sought-after clinical specialisations in India, offering excellent career prospects and work-life balance.

Admission for the 2026-27 academic year has been completed. The CENTAC Pondicherry NEET PG counselling for 2026 concluded in early 2027. For the upcoming 2027-28 academic session, NEET PG 2027 is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2027, with results expected by July 15, 2027. CENTAC Pondicherry PG counselling for 2027-28 is expected to commence from November 2027 onwards. Based on 2024 NEET PG data, the closing score for MD Radiodiagnosis at PIMS was around 620, reflecting the very high demand for this specialisation.

Key Points

PIMS has a fully equipped Radiology department with digital X-ray, ultrasonography, CT scan (64-slice), MRI (1.5 Tesla), mammography, and fluoroscopy units.
The department offers training in interventional radiology procedures including biopsies, drainages, and vascular interventions.
PIMS is ranked among the Top 50 Medical Colleges in India (Ranked #47 by India Today, 2025) and is NAAC A+ accredited.
MD Radiodiagnosis is consistently among the top 5 most competitive PG specialisations in India, with very high NEET PG closing scores.
With 4 seats, MD Radiodiagnosis at PIMS has relatively more availability compared to some other high-demand specialisations.

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PIMS MD Radiodiagnosis Fees

MD (Radiodiagnosis) at PIMS Pondicherry is a clinical PG course. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 7,95,000 for Government Quota and Rs. 23,90,000 for Management Quota, as fixed by the Puducherry Fee Committee. The total tuition fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 23,85,000 (Govt Quota) and Rs. 71,70,000 (Management Quota). Hostel accommodation is available separately at approximately Rs. 80,000-90,000 per year and is not mandatory.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Government Quota (per annum)	Management Quota (per annum)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 7,95,000	Rs. 23,90,000
Total Tuition Fee (3 Years)	Rs. 23,85,000	Rs. 71,70,000
Hostel Fee (per annum, optional)	Rs. 80,000 - 90,000	Rs. 80,000 - 90,000

Fee structure is as fixed by the Puducherry Fee Committee; subject to revision each academic year.
Hostel fee is not mandatory and is charged separately based on room type.
No additional fees are to be collected beyond the fee committee-approved amounts, as per the Hon'ble Supreme Court order.

PIMS MD Radiodiagnosis Admission 2026

Admission to MD (Radiodiagnosis) at PIMS Pondicherry is based on NEET PG scores. 50% of seats fall under All India Quota (AIQ) filled through MCC counselling, and 50% fall under State/Management Quota filled through CENTAC Pondicherry counselling. MD Radiodiagnosis is one of the most competitive specialisations nationally, with closing NEET PG scores typically above 600-620. The CENTAC Pondicherry NEET PG 2026 counselling concluded in early 2027. For 2027-28, NEET PG 2027 is tentatively scheduled for June 2027, and CENTAC counselling is expected to begin from November 2027.

Important Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Exam	August 3, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result	August 19, 2026
MCC AIQ NEET PG Round 1 Registration	October 17 - November 5, 2026
MCC AIQ NEET PG Round 1 Result	November 20, 2026
CENTAC Pondicherry PG Round 1 Application	November 14 - 21, 2026
CENTAC Pondicherry PG Round 1 Result	December 8, 2026
CENTAC Pondicherry PG Round 2 Application	December 16 - 20, 2026
CENTAC Pondicherry PG Round 2 Result	December 24, 2026
CENTAC Pondicherry PG Round 3 Application	January 20 - 31, 2027
CENTAC Pondicherry PG Round 3 Result	February 16, 2027
CENTAC Stray Vacancy Round Choice Filling	February 20 - 23, 2027
CENTAC Stray Vacancy Round Result	February 26, 2027
Last Date of Joining (Stray Round)	February 28, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Registration Start (Tentative)	April 7, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Registration End (Tentative)	May 7, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Admit Card (Tentative)	June 11, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Exam Date (Tentative)	June 15, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Result (Tentative)	July 15, 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree or equivalent from an NMC-recognised medical college.
Candidates must have completed one year of compulsory rotatory internship on or before the NEET PG cut-off date.
Candidates must hold a valid permanent or provisional registration with the NMC or State Medical Council.
Candidates must have qualified NEET PG with the minimum required percentile (50th percentile for General/EWS; 45th for General-PwD; 40th for SC/ST/OBC-PwD).

Admission Process

Appear for NEET PG conducted by NBEMS.
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for AIQ seats or on the CENTAC portal (centacpuducherry.in) for state/management quota seats.
Pay the counselling registration fee (Rs. 3,000 for General; Rs. 1,500 for SC/ST/PwD under Govt Quota; Rs. 5,000 for General under Management Quota).
Fill and lock college and course preferences online.
Upload required documents for verification.
Download seat allotment letter and report to PIMS within the stipulated joining deadline.
Complete admission formalities including fee payment at the college.

PIMS MD Radiodiagnosis Scholarships 2026

PG students at PIMS Pondicherry can avail of government-sponsored scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal. SC/ST students from Puducherry are eligible for state government scholarships. The National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies (NSFPGS) by the Government of India is also available for eligible first-generation PG students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Conducting Body
Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students	SC/ST students from Puducherry	Covers tuition and maintenance	Govt. of Puducherry / NSP
National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies (NSFPGS)	First-time PG students, income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Rs. 15,000/month for 10 months	Govt. of India / UGC
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) - OBC/Minority	OBC/Minority students meeting income criteria	Variable	Govt. of India

Scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Application deadlines are typically announced in October-November each year on the NSP portal.

PIMS Pondicherry M.D Radiodiagnosis Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#71 out of 632 in India 2025

#2nd in Puducherry

Indiatoday Ranking

#47 out of 54 in India 2025

#2nd in Puducherry

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PIMS MD Radiodiagnosis FAQs

Ques. How competitive is MD Radiodiagnosis at PIMS Pondicherry?

Ans. MD Radiodiagnosis is one of the most competitive PG specialisations in India. At PIMS Pondicherry, the closing NEET PG score for Radiodiagnosis was around 620 in 2024. Candidates need a very high NEET PG score to secure a seat, particularly under Government Quota.

Ques. What imaging equipment is available at PIMS for MD Radiodiagnosis training?

Ans. PIMS has a fully equipped Radiology department with digital X-ray, ultrasonography, 64-slice CT scan, 1.5 Tesla MRI, mammography, and fluoroscopy units. The department also offers training in interventional radiology procedures including biopsies, drainages, and vascular interventions.

Ques. What is the management quota fee for MD Radiodiagnosis at PIMS?

Ans. The management quota annual tuition fee for MD Radiodiagnosis (clinical) at PIMS is Rs. 23,90,000 per annum, making the total 3-year cost Rs. 71,70,000. The government quota fee is Rs. 7,95,000 per annum (total Rs. 23,85,000 for 3 years).

Ques. Does MD Radiodiagnosis at PIMS include interventional radiology training?

Ans. Yes. The Radiology department at PIMS offers training in interventional radiology procedures including image-guided biopsies, abscess drainages, and vascular interventions. This provides residents with exposure to both diagnostic and interventional radiology, which is increasingly important in modern radiology practice.

Ques. Can candidates from outside Puducherry apply for MD Radiodiagnosis at PIMS?

Ans. Yes. Candidates from all states can apply through MCC for the 50% AIQ seats. Management quota seats under CENTAC are open to all-India candidates.

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

Ans. MD Radiodiagnosis graduates have excellent career prospects. They can work as radiologists in hospitals, set up private radiology centres, pursue fellowship in interventional radiology or neuroradiology, join academic medicine as faculty, or work in telemedicine and teleradiology. Radiodiagnosis is one of the most lucrative and sought-after medical specialisations in India.