Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Postgraduate Diploma in Child Health (DCH) at Sardar Patel Medical College (SPMC), Bikaner is a 2-year full-time postgraduate medical programme that trains MBBS doctors in the clinical and preventive aspects of paediatrics and child health. Offered under Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), the course covers neonatology, growth and development, paediatric nutrition, infectious diseases, and emergency paediatric care. SPMC Bikaner, a premier government medical college affiliated to RUHS, offers 2 seats for this diploma under the All India Quota (AIQ) through NEET PG. The total fees for the course are highly affordable at approximately Rs 47,111 for the entire 2-year duration, making it one of the most cost-effective postgraduate medical programmes in the country. Admission is based on NEET PG scores and is conducted through MCC (AIQ) and Rajasthan State NEET PG Counselling. The DCH is a popular choice among MBBS graduates who wish to specialise in child health without committing to the longer MD Paediatrics programme, and it is widely recognised for clinical practice.

As of March 2026, the Rajasthan NEET PG 2025 counselling (including Stray Vacancy Round) has been completed. Admissions for the 2025 batch are closed. The next admission cycle (NEET PG 2026) is expected to begin with NEET PG 2026 registration tentatively in April 2026, with the exam scheduled for June 2026 and counselling likely to commence by October-November 2026.

Key Points

SPMC Bikaner is one of the oldest and most reputed government medical colleges in Rajasthan, with a well-established Paediatrics department.
DCH at SPMC Bikaner offers 2 seats under the All India Quota (AIQ); state quota seats are also available through Rajasthan State Counselling.
Students admitted under the non-service category are required to serve a 2-year government service bond post-completion; the penalty for breaking the diploma bond is Rs 5 lakh.
PG diploma students at SPMC Bikaner receive a monthly stipend of Rs 82,800 in the 1st year and Rs 87,975 in the 2nd year.
The DCH qualification is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is accepted for independent paediatric practice.

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SPMC DCH Fees

The DCH programme at SPMC Bikaner, being a government medical college, has one of the most affordable fee structures in India. The tuition fee for government quota seats is Rs 8,053 per year. In addition to tuition, students pay a one-time admission fee and caution money at the time of joining, along with annual charges for sports, infrastructure development, and electricity/water. The total course fee for the 2-year DCH programme (excluding hostel) comes to approximately Rs 47,111.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Frequency	Amount (Rs)
Tuition Fees	Per Year (x2)	8,053
Admission Fee	One-time	6,040
Caution Money	One-time	3,221
Sports Fee	Per Year (x2)	4,027
Infrastructure Development and Welfare Fund	Per Year (x2)	2,013
Electricity and Water Charges	Per Year (x2)	4,832
Total Fees (2 Years, excl. Hostel)		47,111
Hostel Fees - Single Seated Room	Per Year	9,663
Hostel Fees - Double Sharing Room	Per Year	7,248

Caution money is refundable at the time of leaving the college.
Girls of all categories are exempted from paying tuition fees.
Boys belonging to SC, ST, EWS, MBC(NCL), and OBC(NCL) categories are exempted from tuition fees on submission of a valid caste certificate.
Hostel accommodation is optional; fees mentioned are per year and not included in the Total Fees above.
PG diploma students receive a monthly stipend (Rs 82,800 in Year 1; Rs 87,975 in Year 2), which effectively offsets the course fees significantly.
Non-service category students must submit a bank guarantee of Rs 1.5 lakh at the time of final joining as part of the service bond compliance.

SPMC DCH Admission 2026

Admission to the DCH programme at SPMC Bikaner is entirely based on NEET PG scores. 50% of seats fall under the All India Quota (AIQ) managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), and the remaining 50% are under the Rajasthan State Quota managed by the Rajasthan NEET PG Counselling Board. The 2025 admission cycle has been completed across all rounds including the Stray Vacancy Round. The next cycle is expected to begin with NEET PG 2026.

SPMC Bikaner DCH Admission Dates (2025 Cycle - Completed)

Event	Date
NEET PG 2025 Exam	August 3, 2025
NEET PG 2025 Result	August 19, 2025
Rajasthan State Counselling Round 1 Registration	November 7, 2025
Rajasthan State Counselling Round 1 Result	December 5, 2025
Rajasthan State Counselling Round 2 Result	December 26, 2025
Rajasthan State Counselling Round 3 Result	February 16, 2026
Stray Vacancy Round Application	February 18-22, 2026
Stray Vacancy Round Result	February 25, 2026
Last Date of Joining (Stray Vacancy)	February 27, 2026

NEET PG 2026 Exam Dates (Tentative - Upcoming Cycle)

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	June 15, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Result	July 15, 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must hold an MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate from a recognised medical college.
Completion of compulsory rotatory internship (CRRI) on or before the cut-off date specified by NBE/MCC.
Must have a valid registration with NMC or State Medical Council at the time of joining.

Admission Process:

Appear in NEET PG and secure the minimum qualifying percentile (50th for General/EWS; 40th for SC/ST/OBC-PwD).
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for AIQ seats or on the Rajasthan State Counselling portal (rajpgneet2025.in) for state quota seats.
Pay the application fee and security deposit as applicable.
Fill and lock college and course preferences in order of priority.
Seat allotment is done based on NEET PG rank, reservation roster, and candidate preferences.
Report to the allotted college within the stipulated joining date with all original documents.
Execute the service bond (for non-service category candidates) and pay the required bank guarantee.

SPMC DCH Scholarships 2026

PG diploma students at SPMC Bikaner benefit primarily from the state government's fee exemption policies and the monthly stipend, which together make the programme financially very accessible. Additionally, students may apply for national and state-level scholarships based on category and financial need.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit
Tuition Fee Exemption (Rajasthan Govt.)	Girls (all categories); SC/ST/EWS/MBC/OBC boys with valid certificate	Full tuition fee waiver
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) - National Scholarship Portal	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition and maintenance allowance
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship	Top 20 percentile in qualifying exam; family income below Rs 8 lakh	Rs 10,000/year
Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC/EBC)	OBC/EBC students; family income below Rs 1 lakh	Maintenance and tuition support
Mukhya Mantri Uchh Shiksha Scholarship (Rajasthan)	Rajasthan domicile; family income below Rs 2.5 lakh	Financial support for higher education

Scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or the Rajasthan Scholarship Portal (scholarship.rajasthan.gov.in).
The monthly stipend of Rs 82,800 (Year 1) and Rs 87,975 (Year 2) provided to all PG diploma students at government medical colleges in Rajasthan is the most significant financial benefit.
Students are advised to apply for scholarships at the beginning of the academic year and keep all category certificates updated.

SPMC Bikaner PG Diploma Child Health Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#61 out of 632 in India 2025

#4th in Rajasthan

IIRF Ranking

#58 out of 70 in Top Public Colleges in India 2025

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SPMC DCH FAQs

Ques. How many DCH seats are available at SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. SPMC Bikaner has 2 seats for the Postgraduate Diploma in Child Health (DCH) under the All India Quota (AIQ). Additional seats may be available under the Rajasthan State Quota. The exact seat matrix is published each year by MCC and the Rajasthan NEET PG Counselling Board before counselling begins.

Ques. What is the stipend for DCH students at SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. DCH students at SPMC Bikaner receive a monthly stipend of Rs 82,800 in the 1st year and Rs 87,975 in the 2nd year. This stipend is paid by the state government and effectively makes the programme self-sustaining financially.

Ques. Is there a service bond for DCH at SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. Yes. Non-service category candidates admitted to the DCH programme at SPMC Bikaner are required to execute a 2-year government service bond. The penalty for breaking the bond (diploma category) is Rs 5 lakh, along with a bank guarantee of Rs 1.5 lakh submitted at the time of joining.

Ques. Can I pursue MD Paediatrics after completing DCH from SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. Yes. After completing DCH, you are eligible to appear for NEET PG again and apply for MD Paediatrics. The DCH qualification also allows independent clinical practice in paediatrics and is recognised by NMC. Many doctors use DCH as a stepping stone before pursuing MD Paediatrics.

Ques. What is the difference between DCH and MD Paediatrics at SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. DCH is a 2-year diploma programme with 2 AIQ seats, while MD Paediatrics is a 3-year degree programme with approximately 9 seats at SPMC Bikaner. MD Paediatrics provides more comprehensive and research-oriented training, while DCH is more clinically focused and shorter in duration. The NEET PG cutoff for MD Paediatrics is generally higher than for DCH.

Ques. What documents are required at the time of joining DCH at SPMC Bikaner?

Ans. At the time of joining, candidates must submit: NEET PG scorecard, MBBS degree/provisional certificate, internship completion certificate, NMC/State Medical Council registration certificate, allotment letter, valid caste/EWS certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate (if applicable), photo ID proof, and 6 passport-size photographs. Original documents are retained by the college until completion of the service bond tenure.