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SNMC Agra PGD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for PG Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy at SNMC Agra?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the Post Graduate Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy at SNMC Agra is Rs. 60,000 for two years (Rs. 30,000 per year), as SNMC is a government medical college. Hostel charges are separate. Government stipend is paid to admitted PG Diploma students per DGME UP norms.
Ques. Do PG Diploma students at SNMC Agra get a stipend?
Ans. Yes. SNMC Agra is a government medical college; PG Diploma students receive a government stipend as fixed by DGME UP per NMC norms, typically around Rs. 70,000-90,000/month. This is distinct from private colleges where stipend is at management discretion.
Ques. Is a PG Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy from SNMC Agra equivalent to an MD/MS degree?
Ans. No. A Post Graduate Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy is a 2-year programme, while the corresponding MD/MS degree is 3 years. Both are postgraduate qualifications recognised by NMC, but the MD/MS degree is generally preferred for senior specialist posts and academic positions. PG Diploma holders can practise as specialists and are eligible for government hospital specialist posts, but MD/MS holders are preferred for medical college faculty positions.
Ques. How does NEET-PG admission work for PG Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy at SNMC?
Ans. After qualifying NEET-PG (exam August 30, 2026 for January 2027 session), register for MCC NEET PG counselling (AIQ seats) or DGME UP counselling (state quota seats). Select Post Graduate Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy at SNMC Agra in your choice list. If allotted, report with MBBS degree, internship certificate, and NMC registration.
Ques. What are the career options after PG Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy from SNMC Agra?
Ans. After completing the diploma, graduates work as dermatologists and skin specialists at government hospitals, leprosy control units, and district skin clinics. Government hospital specialist posts in UP (UPPSC, NHM) recognise PG Diplomas for specialist-level roles. Holders can also appear for the MD/MS degree subsequently (subject to NMC and university eligibility norms).
Ques. Can I convert a PG Diploma into an MD/MS degree from SNMC or ABVMU?
Ans. Conversion from a PG Diploma to an MD/MS degree is not automatic. Some universities have lateral entry provisions allowing diploma holders to join the 3-year MD/MS programme in the second year, subject to a fresh NEET-PG qualification and seat availability. Check ABVMU’s current ordinances and NMC guidelines on lateral entry at the time of application.
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