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The Doctor of Medicine [MD] in Psychiatry at Jawahar Lal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Aligarh, is a 3-year full-time postgraduate medical degree offered under Aligarh Muslim University (AMU). The programme provides comprehensive training in clinical psychiatry, psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and community mental health, preparing graduates for clinical practice, academics, and research in mental health. JNMC offers 3 seats in MD Psychiatry, with admission based on NEET PG scores followed by MCC/DGHS counselling. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode and benefits from JNMC's dedicated psychiatry department, experienced faculty, and a large teaching hospital with a well-established psychiatry OPD and IPD. MD Psychiatry at JNMC is popular due to its highly subsidised fees, the growing demand for mental health professionals in India, and the prestige of an AMU degree.

Admissions for the 2026 session are upcoming. NEET PG 2026 is tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2026, with registration expected to open in April 2026. MCC NEET PG counselling for 2026 is expected to commence from October 2026 onwards (tentative, based on 2025 pattern). For the 2025 session, MCC NEET PG counselling ran from October 17, 2025 to March 2026, and the stray vacancy round concluded in February 2026. Candidates are advised to regularly check mcc.nic.in and amucontrollerexams.com for official updates.

Key Points

MD Psychiatry at JNMC is a clinical branch with growing career prospects given the rising awareness and demand for mental health services in India.
PG students (Junior Residents) receive a monthly stipend of approximately Rs. 80,000 (JR1), Rs. 85,000 (JR2), and Rs. 90,000 (JR3) during the course.
The Psychiatry department at JNMC has a dedicated inpatient ward, OPD, and de-addiction centre, providing excellent clinical exposure.
Graduates of MD Psychiatry are eligible for independent clinical practice, faculty positions, and roles in government mental health programmes.
JNMC is ranked #29 in India under NIRF Medical Rankings 2025.
A penalty of Rs. 8 Lakhs is applicable if a candidate leaves the course midway after the final round of counselling.

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JNMC MD Psychiatry Fees

MD Psychiatry at JNMC, Aligarh is one of the most cost-effective postgraduate medical programmes in the country, given its status as a central university under AMU. The total tuition fee for the entire 3-year course is approximately Rs. 1.54 Lakhs, with the first year fee being around Rs. 51,200. Hostel accommodation is available on campus at a highly subsidised rate, with mess charges of approximately Rs. 1,400 per month.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)	Rs. 51,200
Tuition Fee (Year 2)	Rs. 51,200
Tuition Fee (Year 3)	Rs. 51,200
Total Tuition Fee (3 Years)	Rs. 1,53,600
Hostel Fee (per year, approx.)	Rs. 2,100
Mess Charges (per month, approx.)	Rs. 1,400
Total Hostel + Mess (3 Years, approx.)	Rs. 56,700
Total Fees (Tuition + Hostel + Mess, 3 Years)	Rs. 2,10,300

Hostel accommodation is not mandatory; students may opt to stay off-campus.
Total Fees above includes tuition, hostel, and mess for 3 years.
If hostel is not availed, total fees = Rs. 1,53,600.
Examination and other nominal charges may be applicable separately.
Fees are subject to minor revision each academic year as per AMU norms.
A penalty of Rs. 8 Lakhs is applicable if the candidate leaves the course after the final round of counselling.
No EMI option is available; fees are paid annually at the time of registration.
Stipend of Rs. 80,000 - 90,000 per month is paid to PG students (Junior Residents), which effectively offsets the course fees significantly.

JNMC MD Psychiatry Admission 2026

Admission to MD Psychiatry at JNMC is conducted through NEET PG, followed by centralised counselling by MCC/DGHS for All India Quota (AIQ) seats and AMU Institutional Quota seats. For the 2026 session, NEET PG is tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2026. Candidates must qualify NEET PG and register for MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in. AMU also has an Institutional (Internal) Quota for candidates who completed their MBBS from AMU within the last 3 academic years.

College Admission Dates

Event	2025 Session (Actual)	2026 Session (Tentative)
NEET PG Exam	August 3, 2025	August 30, 2026
NEET PG Result	August 19, 2025	September 2026
MCC NEET PG Counselling Round 1	October 17 - November 8, 2025	October - November 2026
MCC NEET PG Counselling Round 2	December 2025	December 2026
MCC NEET PG Round 3 / Mop-Up	January - February 2026	January - February 2027
Stray Vacancy Round	February 2026	February 2027
Batch Commencement	March 2026	March 2027
AMU Application Deadline (Institutional Quota)	January 22 - January 31, 2026	January 2027 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	April 7, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Registration End	May 7, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	August 30, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Result	July 15, 2026 (Tentative)

Source: NBE (nbe.edu.in)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an institution recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Candidates must have completed one year of compulsory rotatory internship satisfactorily.
Candidates must possess a valid permanent or provisional registration with MCI / State Medical Council.
For AMU Institutional Quota: Candidates must have completed their MBBS from AMU as a regular student not earlier than 3 academic years from the date of admission.

Admission Process

Register and appear for NEET PG conducted by NBEMS (nbe.edu.in).
Check NEET PG result and qualify the minimum cutoff.
Register for MCC NEET PG counselling at mcc.nic.in and pay the registration fee.
Fill and lock college/course choices including JNMC, AMU under AIQ or Institutional Quota.
Receive seat allotment result and report to JNMC with original documents within the stipulated time.
Complete admission formalities including fee payment and document submission at the Dean's office, Faculty of Medicine, AMU.
Execute the bond on non-judicial stamp paper as prescribed by the university within the specified period.
AMU Internal candidates should opt for AIQ seats of AMU as a higher preference and Institutional Quota seats as a lower preference during MCC counselling.

JNMC MD Psychiatry Scholarships 2026

MD Psychiatry students at JNMC, AMU benefit primarily from the monthly Junior Resident stipend, which substantially reduces the financial burden of the course. Additionally, AMU and external bodies offer limited scholarships for meritorious and economically weaker students. The fee structure itself is highly subsidised as JNMC is a central government institution.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Support	Amount	Eligibility
Junior Resident (JR) Stipend - JR1	Rs. 80,000 per month	All enrolled MD/MS students (Year 1)
Junior Resident (JR) Stipend - JR2	Rs. 85,000 per month	All enrolled MD/MS students (Year 2)
Junior Resident (JR) Stipend - JR3	Rs. 90,000 per month	All enrolled MD/MS students (Year 3)
IMCS Group Scholarship (AMU)	Rs. 2,500 per month (Rs. 30,000 per year)	Selected AMU students based on merit/need
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)	Varies	SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EWS students

The JR stipend is the primary financial support for all PG medical students at JNMC and is paid for a maximum of 36 months.
Stipend is not paid beyond the prescribed course duration.
Students who leave the course midway must return the full stipend received along with a penalty of Rs. 8 Lakhs.
NSP scholarships are available for eligible categories; candidates must apply separately at scholarships.gov.in.
No separate merit scholarship is offered by AMU specifically for MD Psychiatry.

JNMC Aligarh M.D Psychiatry Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#79 out of 632 in India 2025

#7th in Uttar Pradesh

NIRF Ranking

#46 out of 50 in India 2025

#5th in Uttar Pradesh

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JNMC MD Psychiatry FAQs

Ques. What are the career prospects after MD Psychiatry from JNMC, AMU?

Ans. MD Psychiatry is a clinical branch with excellent career prospects given the growing mental health awareness in India. Graduates can work as consultant psychiatrists in government and private hospitals, set up independent clinical practice, join academic institutions as faculty, work with NGOs and mental health organisations, or pursue research in neuropsychiatry. Government hospitals, NIMHANS, AIIMS, and state mental health programmes actively recruit MD Psychiatry graduates.

Ques. How many seats are available in MD Psychiatry at JNMC?

Ans. JNMC has a total of 3 seats in MD Psychiatry. These are divided between All India Quota (AIQ) via MCC counselling and AMU Institutional Quota (for AMU internal candidates). The limited seats make this a competitive branch at JNMC.

Ques. What is the NEET PG score required for MD Psychiatry at JNMC?

Ans. Based on 2023 MCC counselling data, the NEET PG score for MD Psychiatry at JNMC (AIQ) was approximately 554 marks. This is a moderately competitive branch. Scores may vary each year depending on the number of applicants and seat availability.

Ques. What kind of clinical exposure do MD Psychiatry students get at JNMC?

Ans. JNMC has a dedicated psychiatry department with inpatient wards, a busy OPD, a de-addiction centre, and a child and adolescent psychiatry unit. Students get exposure to a wide range of psychiatric disorders including schizophrenia, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and neuropsychiatric conditions. The large patient load at JNMC's 1,300+ bed hospital ensures rich clinical training.

Ques. Is there a DPM (Diploma in Psychological Medicine) course at JNMC as well?

Ans. As per the official AMU admission guide, JNMC offers MD Psychiatry (3-year degree) but does not currently offer DPM (Diploma in Psychological Medicine) as a separate course. Candidates interested in a shorter programme may explore other institutions. The MD degree is the preferred qualification for a full career in psychiatry.

Ques. Do MD Psychiatry students at JNMC receive a stipend?

Ans. Yes, all PG students (Junior Residents) at JNMC receive a monthly stipend. The stipend is approximately Rs. 80,000 per month in Year 1 (JR1), Rs. 85,000 in Year 2 (JR2), and Rs. 90,000 in Year 3 (JR3). The stipend is paid for a maximum of 36 months and significantly offsets the very low course fee of approximately Rs. 1.54 Lakhs for 3 years.