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The Doctorate of Medicine [MD] in Pharmacology at Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS), Imphal is a 3-year full-time postgraduate medical degree programme affiliated to Manipur University and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The course is offered in on-campus mode with an NMC-approved intake of 2 seats, of which 1 seat was available for State Level PG Counselling 2026-27. The total course fee is Rs. 1,00,000 over three years, making it one of the most affordable government PG medical programmes in the country. Admission is based on NEET PG scores followed by state-level counselling conducted by the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Manipur. MD Pharmacology is a pre-clinical/para-clinical branch that offers strong academic and research career prospects, including roles in medical colleges, pharmaceutical research, regulatory bodies, and clinical pharmacology. Residents receive a monthly stipend throughout the course.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session have been completed. Classes commenced from 22 December 2026. The next admission cycle (2027-28) will be based on NEET PG 2027, which was conducted on 8 March 2027 with results declared on 19 March 2027. State-level counselling for 2027-28 is expected to begin tentatively in November-December 2027, based on the previous year's schedule.

Key Points

JNIMS is a premier government medical institution in Manipur offering PG medical education at highly subsidised fees under the Government of Manipur.
MD (Pharmacology) residents are designated as Junior Residents and receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 50,000 (1st year), Rs. 55,000 (2nd year), and Rs. 60,000 (3rd year).
The course has an NMC-approved intake of 2 seats, with 1 seat available under State Quota for counselling in 2026-27.
Candidates who leave the course before completing one year are liable to pay Rs. 3 Lakhs as compensation; those leaving after one year must pay Rs. 7 Lakhs.
Original certificates are retained by the institute until course completion.
PG students are entitled to 20 days of paid casual leave and 5 days of academic leave per year, along with 52 weekly offs.
A minimum of 80% attendance (751 working days for a 3-year course) is mandatory to appear in university examinations.
Thesis protocol must be submitted within 3 months of enrolment.

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JNIMS MD Pharmacology Fees

MD (Pharmacology) at JNIMS Imphal is offered at a highly subsidised fee structure as a government institution. The total course fee over 3 years is Rs. 1,00,000, payable in instalments at the start of each academic year. Hostel accommodation is available on campus at a nominal annual charge of Rs. 7,000 per year, with a monthly mess fee of approximately Rs. 2,300 (managed by the student body). Hostel is optional and not mandatory.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Total (3 Years)
Tuition / Admission Fee	Rs. 50,000	Rs. 25,000	Rs. 25,000	Rs. 1,00,000
Hostel Fee (optional)	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 21,000
Mess Fee (approx., optional)	Rs. 27,600	Rs. 27,600	Rs. 27,600	Rs. 82,800
Total Fees (without hostel)	Rs. 50,000	Rs. 25,000	Rs. 25,000	Rs. 1,00,000
Total Fees (with hostel + mess)	Rs. 84,600	Rs. 59,600	Rs. 59,600	Rs. 2,03,800

The tuition/admission fee is payable at the time of joining for Year 1, and within one month of starting Year 2 and Year 3 respectively.
Fees are to be paid via bank transfer to JNIMS Miscellaneous Account at Axis Bank, Porompat Branch (Account No. 910010005282064, IFSC: UTIB0001866).
Hostel and mess fees are optional and applicable only if the student opts for on-campus accommodation.
Mess fee is approximate (Rs. 2,300/month) and managed by the student body; actual amount may vary.
No EMI facility is mentioned in the official prospectus.
Candidates who leave the course before one year must refund the cumulated stipend received and pay Rs. 3 Lakhs as compensation. Those leaving after one year must pay Rs. 7 Lakhs.

JNIMS MD Pharmacology Admission 2026

Admission to MD (Pharmacology) at JNIMS Imphal is based on NEET PG scores, followed by state-level counselling conducted by the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Manipur. For the 2026-27 session, counselling was conducted in multiple rounds (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and Stray Vacancy Round), with classes commencing from 22 December 2026. The 2027-28 admission cycle will be based on NEET PG 2027 results (declared 19 March 2027), with state counselling expected tentatively in November-December 2027.

JNIMS PG Admission Key Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Exam	3 August 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result	19 August 2026
Round 1 Registration (JNIMS)	26 November 2026 - 28 November 2026
Round 1 Counselling Result (JNIMS)	5 December 2026
Last Date of Joining - Round 1 (JNIMS)	7 December 2026 (3:00 PM)
Round 2 Counselling Result (JNIMS)	26 December 2026
Last Date of Joining - Round 2 (JNIMS)	30 December 2026
Classes Commence (2026-27 Session)	22 December 2026
Round 3 Registration (JNIMS)	16 January 2027 - 23 January 2027
Round 3 Counselling	5 February 2027
Round 3 Result (JNIMS)	17 February 2027
Last Date of Joining - Round 3 (JNIMS)	17 February 2027 (3:00 PM)
Stray Vacancy Round Counselling	23 February 2027
Stray Vacancy Result (JNIMS)	27 February 2027
Last Date of Joining - Stray Vacancy (JNIMS)	28 February 2027

NEET PG 2027 Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2027 Registration Start	9 January 2027
NEET PG 2027 Registration End	9 February 2027
NEET PG 2027 Admit Card	20 February 2027
NEET PG 2027 Exam Date	8 March 2027
NEET PG 2027 Answer Key	10 March 2027
NEET PG 2027 Result	19 March 2027
Manipur State PG Counselling 2027-28 (Tentative)	November - December 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess an MBBS degree from a university/institution recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) / MCI.
Candidates must have completed the compulsory rotating internship of 12 months and hold permanent registration from NMC or a State Medical Council.
Candidates must have a valid NEET PG 2027 scorecard and meet the qualifying percentile: 50th percentile for General/EWS, 45th percentile for General-PwD, and 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC (including PwD).

Admission Process

Appear in NEET PG and secure a qualifying score/rank.
Register on the Manipur e-Counselling portal (manipurmc.mn.gov.in) during the registration window.
Pay the non-refundable counselling registration fee online.
Fill and lock choices of college and specialty on the portal.
Attend document verification (online or physical, as notified).
Receive seat allotment result; report to JNIMS Academic Section within the specified joining deadline.
Submit original documents and pay the admission fee (Rs. 50,000 for Year 1) at Axis Bank, Porompat Branch.
Submit an undertaking regarding the bond/compensation clause and return of stipend if leaving mid-course.

JNIMS MD Pharmacology Scholarships 2026

Scholarship opportunities for MD (Pharmacology) students at JNIMS Imphal are primarily available through central and state government schemes. As a government institution with highly subsidised fees, the most significant financial benefit is the monthly stipend provided to all Direct and Institutional Preference category Junior Residents. Students from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) and economically weaker sections may also avail of central government post-matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Benefit	Amount	Eligibility	Details
Junior Resident Stipend (1st Year)	Rs. 50,000/month	All Direct & Institutional Preference category PG students	Paid monthly; not applicable to In-Service candidates
Junior Resident Stipend (2nd Year)	Rs. 55,000/month	All Direct & Institutional Preference category PG students	Paid monthly; not applicable to In-Service candidates
Junior Resident Stipend (3rd Year)	Rs. 60,000/month	All Direct & Institutional Preference category PG students	Paid monthly; not applicable to In-Service candidates
Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Govt.)	Varies	SC/ST/OBC students	Available through National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in)
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme	Varies	Wards of ex-servicemen/ex-coast guard	Applied through Kendriya Sainik Board
State Government Scholarship (Manipur)	Varies	Domicile students of Manipur from reserved categories	Applied through DHS Manipur / Social Welfare Dept.

The stipend is applicable only to Direct and Institutional Preference category candidates; In-Service candidates do not receive a stipend.
Candidates who leave the course mid-way must return the cumulated stipend received.
Central government scholarships must be applied for through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the prescribed deadlines each academic year.
Students are advised to check the official JNIMS website (jnims.nic.in) and DHS Manipur portal for any state-specific scholarship notifications.

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JNIMS MD Pharmacology FAQs

Ques. How many seats are available for MD (Pharmacology) at JNIMS Imphal?

Ans. JNIMS has an NMC-approved intake of 2 seats for MD (Pharmacology). For the 2026-27 session, 1 seat was available under State Quota for state-level counselling. The remaining seat falls under All India Quota (AIQ), managed centrally by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Given the very limited seats, competition is high, but MD Pharmacology typically has better rank accessibility compared to clinical branches.

Ques. What are the career prospects after MD Pharmacology from JNIMS Imphal?

Ans. MD Pharmacology graduates can pursue careers as faculty in medical colleges (Pharmacology is a mandatory department in all medical colleges), researchers in pharmaceutical companies, clinical pharmacologists in hospitals, and regulatory affairs professionals. Government service opportunities include positions in state and central health departments. The degree from a government institution like JNIMS is well-regarded for academic and government recruitment.

Ques. What is the total fee for MD (Pharmacology) at JNIMS Imphal?

Ans. The total course fee for MD (Pharmacology) at JNIMS Imphal over 3 years is Rs. 1,00,000 (Rs. 50,000 in Year 1, Rs. 25,000 each in Year 2 and Year 3). Additionally, students receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 50,000-60,000, making it financially very attractive.

Ques. Do MD Pharmacology students at JNIMS receive a stipend?

Ans. Yes, all Direct and Institutional Preference category Junior Residents at JNIMS receive a monthly stipend. The stipend is Rs. 50,000/month in the 1st year, Rs. 55,000/month in the 2nd year, and Rs. 60,000/month in the 3rd year. In-Service candidates are not eligible for the stipend.

Ques. What is the bond/penalty clause for MD students at JNIMS Imphal?

Ans. JNIMS has a bond clause for PG students. If a student leaves the course before completing one year, they must pay Rs. 3 Lakhs as compensation and return all stipend received. If they leave after one year, the penalty is Rs. 7 Lakhs plus return of stipend. Original certificates are retained by the institute until course completion.

Ques. When does the next MD Pharmacology admission cycle begin at JNIMS?

Ans. The 2027-28 admission cycle will be based on NEET PG 2027 (exam held on 8 March 2027, results declared 19 March 2027). State-level counselling by DHS Manipur is expected tentatively in November-December 2027, following the same pattern as the 2026-27 cycle. Candidates should monitor the official JNIMS website (jnims.nic.in) and DHS Manipur portal for official notifications.