JIPMER INI SS July 2026: Check seat matrix, eligibility, fees, penalty for leaving course during residency, all admission details

Written By :  MD Bureau
Published On 2026-06-30 09:00 GMT   |   Update On 2026-06-30 09:00 GMT
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Puducherry: The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, has outlined the key academic guidelines for candidates admitted to its DM and MCh programmes through the INI SS July 2026 session.

In the latest prospectus, the institute has detailed important rules on course duration, hostel accommodation, dissertation submission, disciplinary standards, and penalties for mid-stream withdrawal, while advising candidates to familiarise themselves with the regulations before joining the super-speciality courses.

Seat matrix:

DM courses
S.NoSpecialityDepartmentGeneralSponsored
1Critical CareAnaesthesiology & CC11
2Neuroanaesthesiology and Neurocritical Care10
3Cardiac Anaesthesia10
4CardiologyCardiology12
5Clinical Immunology & RheumatologyClinical Immunology00
6Clinical PharmacologyClinical Pharmacology00
7EndocrinologyEndocrinology01
8Medical GastroenterologyMedical Gastroenterology02
9Medical OncologyMedical Oncology21
10NeonatologyNeonatology12
11NephrologyNephrology12
12NeurologyNeurology21
13Paediatric Critical CarePaediatrics01
14Haematopathology#Pathology10
14Neuroimaging and InterventionsRadiodiagnosis00
Total1113
M.Ch courses
S.No Specialty Department General Sponsored
1 CTVS CTVS 1 2
2 Neurosurgery Neurosurgery 2 2
3 Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery 1 2
4 Paediatric Surgery Paediatric Surgery 0 1
5 Surgical Gastroenterology Surgical Gastroenterology 0 0
6 Surgical Oncology Surgical Oncology 0 1
7 Urology Urology 0 0
8 Gynaecological Oncology Obstetrics & Gynaecology 0 0
Total 4 8

#New course added to July 2026 session as per the approval of the 19th SAC meeting held on 28.01.2026.

*Additional seats added to July 2026 session as per the approval of the 19th SAC meeting:

Critical Care, Neuroanaesthesiology & Neurocritical Care, Cardiology, Medical Oncology, Neonatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery – 1 General seat in each course

**Seats carried forward from January 2026 Session:

1. Critical Care – 1 Sponsored

2. Cardiac Anaesthesia - 1 General

3. Cardiology – 2 Sponsored

4. Endocrinology – 1 Sponsored

5. Medical Oncology – 1 General, 1 Sponsored

6. Neonatology – 1 Sponsored

7. Neurology – 1 General, 1 Sponsored

8. CTVS – 1 General

9. Neurosurgery – 1 General, 2 Sponsored

10. Plastic Surgery – 1 Sponsored

11. Surgical Oncology – 1 Sponsored

Eligibility criteria:

a. Candidates should be Indian Nationals.

b. Candidates should have passed MD/MS/DNB Degree from any Institute/University recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

c. The degree mentioned above must be registered with National Medical Commission/State Medical Council.

d. Candidates should have completed the qualifying postgraduate course on or before July 31st, 2026.

DM courses Eligibility*
Critical Care MD/DNB Anaesthesiology/General Medicine/Pulmonary Medicine
Cardiac Anaesthesia MD/DNB Anaesthesiology
Neuro Anaesthesia
Cardiology MD/DNB General Medicine/Paediatrics/Pulmonary Medicine
Clinical Pharmacology MD/DNB General Medicine/Pharmacology/Paediatrics
Clinical Immunology & MD/DNB Degree in General Medicine/Paediatrics
Rheumatology
Endocrinology
Nephrology
Neurology
Haematopathology MD/DNB Pathology
Medical Oncology MD/DNB Medicine/Paediatrics/Radiotherapy
Neonatology MD/DNB Paediatrics
Paediatric Critical care
Medical Gastroenterology MD/DNB General Medicine/Paediatrics
Neuroimaging and Interventions MD/DNB Radiodiagnosis
M.Ch courses Eligibility
Urology MS/DNB General Surgery
CTVS
Neurosurgery
Surgical Gastroenterology
Plastic Surgery
Paediatric Surgery
Surgical Oncology MS/DNB General Surgery/Obstetrics & Gynaecology/ Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)/Orthopaedic Surgery
Gynaecological Oncology MS/DNB Obstetrics & Gynaecology
 

Method of selection and Admission process:

Selection of candidates is based on INI-SS entrance examination without interview component. Allotment of institution is based on merit scores and the choice exercised by the candidates in the online INI-SS counselling process conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi.

Candidates who have opted for a seat at JIPMER and selected through the counselling, shall undergo medical examination and biometric (iris / signature) verification. After due verification of the documents, clearance of biometric parameters, medical fitness certified by competent authority nominated by the Institute, admission letter will be issued. The Original Certificates will be retained in the Academic Section and returned only after the candidate completes the course or if relieved in mid-way for any reason. Academic session will commence on July 01st, 2026.

It is mandatory for all candidates to be physically present in person for admission. No request for authorized representative on behalf of candidate will be entertained. If a candidate fails to come for admission in person, he/she will be marked as absent, and the admission will be cancelled. Admissions close on August 31st, 2026.

Verification of original certificates:

1. FULL NAME entered by the candidate must match with both his/her Govt. Photo ID Card (Aadhar Card / Pan Card / Identity Card / Driver’s License etc.) and MD/MS/DNB Degree Certificate. (Spelling and order must be same – if it is not same, the candidate is advised to get it changed in the above-mentioned document/documents)

2. The Candidate should submit the following certificates in original along with one set of self-attested copies at the time of admission.

• Hall Ticket

• Rank Letter, offer letter, and seat allocation slip from INI-SS

• Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or X Std. Certificate).

• MBBS Degree Certificate

• MD/MS/DNB Degree Certificate/Provisional Pass Certificate.

• MD/MS/DNB Marksheets

• Character and Conduct Certificate from the Head of the Institute last studied.

• Residence Certificate issued by Revenue Authority not below the rank of Tahsildar

• Transfer Certificate from the Head of the Institution last studied / Migration Certificate from the University last studied.

• Permanent Medical Registration Certificate from National Medical Commission (or State Medical Council).

• Registration of Additional Medical qualification with National Medical Commission (or State Medical Council).

• Service candidate should produce NOC/Relieving Order and a certificate granting study leave with or without pay, as the case may be (If applicable)

• Four Passport size colour photographs identical with the photograph uploaded in the application.

If a candidate’s Biometric fingerprint or iris scan, photo, and certificates are found in order, he/she is eligible for admission. If there is any mismatch, the seat allotment will be cancelled, apart from proceeding with legal action deemed fit by the Institution and no further correspondence will be entertained. If a candidate is already pursuing any other courses at any Institution, he/she shall submit necessary no objection certificate from the concerned Institution authority at the time of admission. It will be applicable to JIPMER candidates also.

Candidates must join the course after medical examination on the stipulated date given in the letter of admission. The admission of candidates who fail to pay the specified fee or fail to report for duty to the concerned Head of the Department will be treated as cancelled. No further correspondence will be made in this regard. Extension of joining time shall not be granted under any circumstances. The Senior Resident should send his/her joining Report to the Director through the concerned Head of the Department.

If a Senior Resident remains continuously absent, unauthorized for more than 30 days after joining, the admission will be cancelled, and necessary penalty will be levied.

Admission to the course will be provisional, subject to the recognition of the qualifying examination of individual candidate by JIPMER. Admission fees, once paid, will not be refunded.

In case any candidate is found to have provided false information or certificate, etc., or found to have withheld or concealed information in his / her Application Form, he/she shall be debarred from admission and if already admitted, the admission will be cancelled without prejudice to other disciplinary action.

If a candidate is found to have used unfair means/impersonation, the selection/ admission will be summarily cancelled.

No candidate will be admitted to the DM/M.Ch course beyond 31st August, 2026 (for July 2026 session). General seats that remain vacant after this date will be carried forward to the July 2026 session of INI-SS.

Fee Structure:

The following fees, subject to revision, will be payable by each candidate:

Sl.No. Description Fee in INR
1 Admission Fee 3,000
2 Tuition Fee (per annum) 2,200
3 Learning Resource Fee (per annum) 15,000
4 Corpus Fund on Academic Fee (per annum) 110
5 Student information details (per annum) 1,500
6 Identity Card Charges 150
7 Caution deposit (refundable*) 3,000
TOTAL 24,960

*Caution deposit will be refunded on successful completion of the course. Fees once paid will NOT be refunded under any circumstances.

Hostel accommodation:

1. All Residents may avail a common hostel accommodation subject to availability.

2. Hostel Accommodation is primarily for non-Puducherry candidates.

3. Application for accommodation in the hostels should be in the prescribed form. Allotment of hostel will be first-come-first-serve basis and will be done by the Warden on approval by the Dean (Academic).

4. After the allotment of Hostel to the students, the candidate should pay the following charges in the respective places at JIPMER, Puducherry.

5. No House rent allowance is admissible if hostel accommodation is availed.

Hostel charges:

Sl. No. Description Fee in INR
1 Hostel Caution Deposit (refundable) 5,000
2 Hostel Mess Deposit (refundable) 3,000
3 Student Recreation/Amenities (per annum) 1,000
4 Establishment Charges (per annum) 6,000
5 Room Rent (per annum) including Electricity Charges for single room = Rs.9,000/- 9,000
TOTAL 24,000

The above-mentioned charges should be paid by the candidate on online Digital Campus platform in advance at the beginning of the academic year.

Fees in rows 3 and 4 are not refundable. Fees in rows 1 and 2 are refundable at the time of vacating hostel room. Fees in row 5 will be refundable for the months not stayed. Please refer to JIPMER Hostel Manual available on website.

Married Senior Resident (MSR) accommodation will be provided for married candidates subject to availability. Estate Section may be contacted for further details.

Course regulations:

Duration of the course:

The total duration of DM and M.Ch courses: Three academic years (36 months) Leave eligibility:

Candidates selected for D.M. / M.Ch. courses through Entrance Examination will be appointed as a Senior Resident in the respective Departments with leave eligibility as per JIPMER rules. Refer to the document published on JIPMER website.

They will also be governed by the other Rules and Regulations of the Residency Scheme from time to time. In case of discontinuance of the course for any reason, the resident will have to pay penalty for mid-stream departure and the penalty as per the terms of the contract executed.

Each and every such academic senior resident will be bound by JIPMER rules and regulations regarding EXIT Examinations.

Internal Assessment:

Internal assessment/progress report will be evaluated periodically by the faculty members of the concerned department on the practical skills, attitude, patient care (logbook), presentation skills, and theoretical knowledge of the candidate. The Head of the Department will send internal assessment/progress report of each candidate on regular basis i.e., six monthly to the Academic Section.

Dissertation:

Candidates who join DM/MCh courses are required to complete a dissertation as partial fulfilment of the course. Please refer to jipmer website for detailed guidelines on PG dissertation link.

It is mandatory to submit thesis/dissertation for being eligible for the Exit Examinations.

Leaving the Course during Residency (Mid – Stream Departure)

Any candidate who discontinues the course at any time is relieved on his request for any reason; the fees once paid will not be refunded.

In addition to the terms and conditions mentioned above, the penalty for discontinuance of the Residency scheme contract executed by the candidate will apply for relieving the candidate and the other terms & conditions governed by CCS rules from time to time. In addition to the penalty amount, the candidate must give either one-month notice period (or) should pay one-month salary/stipend as detailed below:-

Penalty for mid-stream departure (Applicable from the point of deposition of original certificates)
Mid-Stream Departure Period Penalty to be paid (INR)
Deposition of original certificates to issue of Admission order/joining the department Rs. 3,00,000 (Three Lakhs Only)
Within Six Months from the date joining Rs. 3,00,000 (Three Lakhs Only) + The salary for the month in which his/her resignation from the PG seat becomes effective, shall also stand forfeited
After Six Months from the date of Joining Rs. 5,00,000 (Five Lakhs Only) + The salary for the month in which his/her resignation from the PG seat becomes effective, shall also stand forfeited
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