Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research, Puducherry

Pondicherry - Puducherry,
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General Information

The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), located in Puducherry, is a premier Central Autonomous Institution and an Institute of National Importance (INI) under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. Established in 1823 (as École de Médicine de Pondichéry), JIPMER is renowned for its low fee structure, high academic standards, and large tertiary care hospital.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year1823 (Modern form in 1964)
Institute TypeCentral Autonomous Institution (INI)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationAutonomous (Under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India)
LocationGorimedu, Puducherry
Annual MBBS Intake200 seats
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD/MS (Multiple specialties), and Super Specialties (DM/M.Ch.).
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank, exclusively through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counseling for the All India Quota.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: Sprawls over a vast 195-acre campus, integrating the college, hospital, and residential complexes.

  • Academic Facilities: Features modern, Air-Conditioned Lecture Halls, advanced Skill Labs, and well-equipped departmental Laboratories.

  • Central Library: A colossal Central Library (spanning multiple floors) offering access to extensive print and digital resources. The library is often open 24/7 during exam times.

  • Amenities: The campus provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, sports facilities, a gymnasium, and banking/ATM services.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The JIPMER Hospital is the integrated teaching hospital.

  • Bed Capacity: A massive multi-super specialty hospital with 2,500+ teaching beds (reported capacity).

  • Clinical Focus: Provides high-quality, heavily subsidized tertiary and quaternary care to the Union Territory of Puducherry and surrounding states (Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh). It attracts an extremely high and diverse patient load.

  • Advanced Care: Equipped with advanced Critical Care Units (ICU, ICCU, NICU, PICU), modular Operation Theatres, and Super Specialties.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Fee Component (MBBS - Total for 4.5 Years)Amount (INR)Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition)
    Annual Tuition Fee (Nominal)₹1,200/- to ₹1,400/-Approx. ₹5,400/- to ₹6,300/-
    Academic Fees (Annual)Approx. ₹1,500/-Per Annum
    Caution Deposit (Refundable)₹4,000/-One-Time
    Total Academic Fee (4.5 Years)Approx. ₹15,000/- to ₹20,000/-Extremely Subsidized.

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    Hostel & Mess

  • Hostel: Separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus. Hostel stay is mandatory for UG students.

  • Accommodation: Rooms are well-furnished, typically shared (twin or triple occupancy).

  • Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): Highly subsidized.

    • Annual Fee (Rent): Nominal (often included in the total annual fee).

    • Mess Charges: Run on a dividing system (monthly basis based on actual cost), which is highly affordable.

    • Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: NO. JIPMER does not have an NRI or Management quota. Admission is strictly based on NEET-UG All India Rank (AIR).

  • Stipend: MBBS interns receive a competitive monthly stipend (reported around ₹25,000 per month). PG residents receive a substantial stipend.

  • NEET Cutoff: The closing rank for the General All India Quota is extremely competitive, typically closing within the top 500 - 1000 All India Rank.

  • Bond: While there is no fee bond, students generally sign an agreement related to post-graduation service/employment within the JIPMER system or the government.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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