Over 10,000 MBBS and PG Medical Seats To be Added by 2028-29

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Anshika Mishra

Over 10,000 MBBS and PG Medical Seats To be Added by 2028-29 - Video

Published On 2025-09-25T17:30:08+05:30 | Updated On 25 Sept 2025 5:30 PM IST

Overview

In a major boost to medical education in India, the Union Cabinet has approved Phase-III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme to add over 10,000 new medical seats, including 5023 MBBS and 5000 PG medical seats, in government-run medical institutes, by 2028-29.

With a total outlay of Rs 15,034.50 crore, the initiative will expand opportunities for aspiring doctors, ensure more specialists, and strengthen healthcare access in underserved regions.

According to the statement issued by the Centre, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the Phase-Ill of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) for strengthening and upgradation of existing State Government/ Central Government Medical Colleges/ Standalone PG Institutes/ Government Hospitals for increasing 5,000 PG seats and extension of the CSS for upgradation of existing government medical colleges for increasing 5,023 MBBS seats with an enhanced cost ceiling of Rs 1.50 crore per seat.

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Over 10,000 MBBS and PG Medical Seats To be Added by 2028-29 in India

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Anshika Mishra

Anshika Mishra is a dedicated scholar pursuing a Masters in Biotechnology, driven by a profound passion for exploring the intersection of science and healthcare. Having embarked on this academic journey with a passion to make meaningful contributions to the medical field, Anshika joined Medical Dialogues in 2023 to further delve into the realms of healthcare journalism.