Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) in Puducherry is a central government medical institution of national importance, established by an Act of Parliament under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Its origins trace to 1823 when the French colonial government founded the Ecole de Medecine de Pondicherry; it was renamed and restructured as JIPMER on 13 July 1964. Parliament declared it an Institution of National Importance in April 2008, placing it alongside AIIMS institutes as an autonomous medical university exempt from MCI/NMC affiliation requirements.
JIPMER ranked #4 in NIRF 2025 Medical (score 73.30) and #43 in NIRF 2025 Overall (score 56.23). It holds NAAC A++ accreditation with a CGPA of 3.81. The institute runs a 2,059-bed teaching hospital at the Puducherry campus and a 500-bed hospital at the Karaikal campus, collectively serving approximately 5,700 outpatients per day and 70,000 inpatients annually. A second campus of 79 acres was established at Karaikal in 2016, admitting its first MBBS batch that year.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1823 (as French colonial medical school); JIPMER name since 1964 |
| Type | Institution of National Importance (Central Govt, Ministry of Health) |
| NIRF 2025 Medical | #4 (Score: 73.30) |
| NIRF 2025 Overall | #43 (Score: 56.23) |
| NAAC | A++ (CGPA 3.81) |
| Campus | 195 acres, Dhanvantri Nagar, Puducherry 605006 |
| Karaikal Campus | 79 acres, Karaikal (41 acres academic + 38 acres residential) |
| Hospital Beds | 2,059 (Puducherry) + 500 (Karaikal) |
| MBBS Admission | NEET-UG (MCC counselling; JIPMER discontinued own entrance in 2019) |
| PG Admission | INI-CET (conducted by AIIMS Delhi; twice per year) |
| Website | jipmer.edu.in |
The MBBS programme spans 4.5 years of academic training followed by a 1-year compulsory rotatory internship. Admission is through NEET-UG and MCC counselling. Two campuses offer MBBS:
| Campus | Open (AI) Seats | UT Domicile Seats | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| JIPMER Puducherry | 134 | 48 | 182 |
| JIPMER Karaikal | 45 | 16 | 61 |
| Total | 179 | 64 | 243 |
UT domicile seats are reserved for Puducherry Union Territory residents. NRI quota seats are available under a separate NRI quota counselling.
Annual fee structure:
| Fee Head | Year 1 | Subsequent Years |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | Rs 1,200 | Rs 1,200 |
| Student association fee | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,000 |
| Learning resource fee | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,000 |
| One-time admission and deposit charges | Rs 9,720 | Nil |
| Total per year | Rs 14,920 | Rs 6,770 |
JIPMER is a central government institution; the Rs 1,200 annual tuition is nominal and government-subsidized. Total tuition and institutional charges over the 5.5-year programme are approximately Rs 48,000-50,000 (excluding hostel).
JIPMER offers 12 B.Sc programmes in health sciences, all admitted via NEET-UG merit rank. The combined intake for AY 2024-25 was approximately 181 seats:
| Programme | Seats (2024-25) |
|---|---|
| B.Sc Nursing | 94 (85 female + 9 male) |
| B.Sc Medical Laboratory Sciences | 37 |
| B.Sc Anaesthesia Technology | 5 |
| B.Sc Optometry | 5 |
| B.Sc Cardiac Laboratory Technology | 5 |
| B.Sc Dialysis Therapy Technology | 5 |
| B.Sc Blood Banking Technology | 5 |
| B.Sc Medical Radiology and Imaging | 5 |
| B.Sc Neurotechnology | 5 |
| B.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology | 5 |
| B.Sc Perfusion Technology | 5 |
| B.Sc Radiotherapy Technology | 5 |
Duration: 4 years (3 to 3.5 years academic + internship period depending on programme). Annual fee: approximately Rs 4,200 (tuition Rs 1,200 + student and resource fees Rs 3,000); Year 1 is approximately Rs 9,850 including one-time admission charges.
JIPMER offers postgraduate medical programmes through the INI-CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test), conducted by AIIMS Delhi twice per year (January and July sessions). The July 2024 session offered approximately 146 PG seats at JIPMER across MD (19 specialties), MS (5 specialties), MCh (2 specialties), and MDS (2 specialties).
Key MD specialties (July 2024): Anaesthesiology (13 seats), General Medicine (12), Paediatrics (11), Radio-diagnosis (7), Emergency Medicine (7), Radiation Oncology (6), Pharmacology (6), and others. Key MS specialties: General Surgery (12), Obstetrics and Gynaecology (12), Ophthalmology (5), Orthopaedics (5), ENT (4).
PG stipend: Rs 56,100/month (7th Pay Commission; revised rates likely higher since 2022). Total course fee over 3 years: approximately Rs 20,960. Bond obligation: 36-month junior residency at JIPMER after completion; early departure penalty Rs 3-5 lakhs.
Super-specialty programmes are offered via INI-SS (conducted by AIIMS Delhi). Approximately 52 seats across 22 disciplines. DM disciplines include Cardiology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology, Neonatology, Neurology, Haematology, and Clinical Immunology. MCh disciplines include Cardio-Thoracic Vascular Surgery, Neurosurgery, Urology, Surgical Gastroenterology, Plastic Surgery, and Paediatric Surgery.
PhD programmes are offered in Biochemistry, Physiology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Clinical Immunology, and other health science disciplines. Duration: minimum 3 years. Eligibility: Master's degree with 55% from a UGC-recognised university. Admission via JIPMER-conducted entrance exam and interview.
MBBS via NEET-UG: JIPMER discontinued its own entrance examination from 2019 and now admits all MBBS students through NEET-UG scores. MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) conducts centralised counselling. Open (All-India) quota seats (179 total across both campuses) are filled via MCC counselling Rounds 1, 2, and mop-up. UT Domicile seats (64 total) are available only to Puducherry Union Territory residents via a separate domicile quota counselled by JIPMER directly. NRI quota counselling is also conducted separately by JIPMER.
B.Sc via NEET-UG: B.Sc nursing and all allied health science programmes use NEET-UG scores for admission. Candidates must register separately on jipmer.edu.in for B.Sc counselling; the process is independent of MCC. B.Sc Nursing requires female candidates for the majority of seats (85 of 94).
PG via INI-CET: MD, MS, MCh, and MDS programmes are filled through INI-CET conducted by AIIMS Delhi. Two sittings per year (January intake and July intake). INI-CET tests clinical knowledge across medicine, surgery, obstetrics, paediatrics, and other core specialties. Candidates must have MBBS from a recognised institution.
Super-specialty via INI-SS: DM and MCh seats are filled through the INI-SS examination, also conducted by AIIMS Delhi.
PhD direct admission: JIPMER's own written test and interview; no common entrance test used.
JIPMER's fee structure reflects its central government status as an Institution of National Importance. The annual MBBS tuition of Rs 1,200 is among the lowest for any medical programme in India. Total institutional charges (tuition, student association, learning resource fees) over the 5.5-year MBBS are approximately Rs 48,000-50,000. This excludes hostel charges.
| Programme | Annual Fee (approx.) | Total Programme Cost (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS (5.5 years) | Rs 6,770 (recurring) | Rs 48,000-50,000 |
| B.Sc Allied Health (4 years) | Rs 4,200 (recurring) | Rs 18,000-20,000 |
| MD/MS/MDS (3 years) | Rs 7,000 (approximate) | Rs 20,960 |
Hostel charges (Puducherry campus): Rs 20,000 at admission (deposit + advance); annual room rent Rs 12,000 (double/shared) or Rs 15,000 (single).
PG residents receive a monthly stipend of Rs 56,100 (7th Pay Commission rate; likely revised upward since 2022), which substantially offsets any living expenses.
The following scholarship schemes are available to JIPMER students. Institutional schemes are flagged where verification from jipmer.edu.in could not be completed due to SSL issues during this audit.
Institutional scholarships (JIPMER-funded, pending official verification):
Government scholarships (confirmed external programmes):
PG stipend: MD/MS/MCh/MDS residents at JIPMER receive Rs 56,100/month under the 7th Pay Commission rates, which covers living costs during the 3-year PG programme.
JIPMER Puducherry's 195-acre main campus at Dhanvantri Nagar is located approximately 170 km south of Chennai near Auroville. The campus integrates the medical college, research facilities, student hostels, faculty residences, and the main teaching hospital.
Teaching hospital: The JIPMER hospital at Puducherry has 2,059 beds across 40+ clinical departments, with specialised blocks for super-specialties, women and children, oncology, emergency and trauma, and an eye centre. The hospital handles approximately 5,700 outpatients per day and 70,000 inpatient admissions per year, making it one of the busiest tertiary care hospitals in South India.
Hostels (Puducherry): Separate hostels for male and female students. Boys hostels include Osler House, Lister House, and a dedicated Intern Boys Hostel with attached washrooms. Girls hostel is a separate facility on campus. Room types include double/shared (Rs 12,000/year) and single rooms (Rs 15,000/year). Mess serves South and North Indian cuisine.
Research facilities: JIPMER has active research programmes in clinical medicine, public health, tropical diseases, pharmacology, and biomedical sciences. It has collaboration arrangements with ICMR and WHO for disease surveillance and research.
JIPMER Karaikal Campus: Established in 2016, the Karaikal campus spans 79 acres (41 acres academic and 38 acres residential). It is attached to the 500-bed Karaikal General Hospital and offers MBBS (61 seats), B.Sc nursing, and allied health science courses across 21 UG-level departments.
Other campus facilities: Branch of Canara Bank and ATM, post office, cooperative stores, temple, sports facilities (cricket ground, basketball courts, badminton halls, gym), and a central library with digital resources.
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research has earned NAAC grade A++ with a CGPA of 3.81, placing it among accredited institutions recognised for teaching quality, research output, and campus infrastructure.
Programs at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research are approved by UGC , so your degree is recognised by employers, PSUs, and higher-education institutions across India and abroad.
Founded in 1823, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research brings 203+ years of institutional experience, strong alumni networks, and mature placement processes built over decades.
With 2,000 students and 500 faculty members (~4:1 ratio), the campus offers close mentorship alongside broad peer-learning and student-activity opportunities.
Being located in Puducherry, Tamil Nadu gives students access to internships, industry guest lectures, and a well-connected transport network , an advantage for placements and exposure.
| Framework | Category | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Medical | 2025 | #42 |
| NIRF | Overall | 2025 | #43 |
| NIRF | College | 2025 | #51 |
5 courses offered. Fees in INR lakhs.
| Course | Specialization | Duration | Total seats | Total fee | Avg package |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) | — | 48 months | — | — | — |
| DM (Doctorate of Medicine) | — | 36 months | — | — | — |
| MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) | — | 66 months | — | — | — |
| MD (Doctor of Medicine) | — | 36 months | — | — | — |
| MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) | — | 36 months | — | — | — |
3 cutoff records across exams, courses, and categories.
| Year | R | Exam | Course | Category | Gender | Quota | Opening | Closing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 | NEET UG | MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | 8363 | 87672 |
| 2024 | 6 | NEET UG | MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) | OBC | Gender-Neutral | AI | 12863 | 12863 |
| 2024 | 6 | NEET UG | MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) | SC | Gender-Neutral | AI | 120894 | 120894 |
Campus size, faculty strength, hostel facilities, and academic infrastructure.
