Post Graduate Diploma

Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune offers eleven Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) specialisations: Anaesthesia, Child Health, Clinical Pathology, Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy, ENT (Ear Nose Throat), Medical Laboratory Technology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, Public Health, and Radio-diagnosis. All eleven are one-year, full-time postgraduate diploma programmes conducted at AFMC’s campus in Pune under the Deemed University of Defence, Ministry of Defence. Fees range from ₹2,00,000 to ₹2,50,000 for the one-year programme, depending on the specialisation and candidate category. Admission is through AFMC’s institutional selection process; applications open in April 2026 with classes commencing in July 2026.

The AFMC PGD application window for the 2026-27 session opens in April 2026. Credential and exam-based evaluation is expected in May 2026, with admission registration in June 2026 and classes commencing in July 2026.

Key Points

• Eleven one-year PGD specialisations spanning surgical support (Anaesthesia), diagnostic (Clinical Pathology, Radio-diagnosis, Medical Laboratory Technology), surgical specialities (ENT, Ophthalmology, ORL), and medical disciplines (Child Health, Dermatology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Public Health).
• AFMC is a premier military medical institution under the Ministry of Defence; PGD students receive training in one of India’s highest-volume tertiary military hospitals in Pune.
• Admission is through AFMC’s own credential and exam-based evaluation; MBBS or an equivalent relevant medical or healthcare degree is the qualifying entry requirement.
• Fees range from ₹2,00,000 to ₹2,50,000 for the one-year programme; additional charges for hostel, mess, uniforms, practical materials, and examinations are payable separately.
• Wards of armed forces personnel may be eligible for family assistance financial support through AFMC institutional schemes.

AFMC PGD Fees 2026

Fee Structure

• The fee range reflects variation by specialisation and candidate category as per AFMC official regulations for PGD programmes.
• Additional charges for hostel, mess, uniforms, practical materials, and examination fees are payable separately and are not included in the programme fee.
• Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

AFMC PGD Admission 2026

Important Dates

• Candidates apply through the AFMC official admissions portal; the notification for PGD admissions is published on the AFMC and Ministry of Defence official websites.
• A background verification process is conducted as part of AFMC admission formalities.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Entrance Exam Dates

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold an MBBS degree or an equivalent relevant healthcare degree from a recognised institution.
• Medical council registration as applicable is required; candidates must hold valid registration with the National Medical Commission or the respective state medical council.
• A minimum of 50 percent marks in the qualifying examination is required; relevant internship or work experience may be preferred for certain specialisations.

Admission Process

• Watch for the official AFMC PGD admission notification published on the AFMC and Ministry of Defence websites in March to April 2026.
• Apply through the AFMC official admissions portal during the April 2026 application window, submitting the qualifying degree certificate and medical council registration.
• Appear for credential evaluation or the institute entrance exam in May 2026 as specified in the admission notification.
• If selected, report to AFMC Pune for document verification with all original certificates.
• Complete the background verification process and pay the programme fees to confirm the seat before classes begin in July 2026.

AFMC PGD Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• The merit scholarship is awarded based on outstanding performance in the AFMC PGD selection process; continuation criteria are set by AFMC.
• Education loans are available from scheduled banks; candidates should approach the bank directly for applicable terms and repayment schedules.

AFMC PGD FAQs

Ques. Are AFMC PGD programmes open to civilian doctors or only to armed forces medical officers?

Ans. AFMC PGD programmes are primarily designed for in-service armed forces medical personnel, but civilian doctors may also be eligible under specific provisions depending on the seat matrix and category for a given session. Civilian candidates should refer to the official AFMC PGD admission notification for that year to confirm whether civilian seats are available for the specialisation they are interested in, as the seat allocation policy can vary year to year.

Ques. Are AFMC PGD degrees recognised by the National Medical Commission for specialist registration?

Ans. AFMC is a Deemed University under the Ministry of Defence and is recognised by the University Grants Commission. PGD degrees from NMC-recognised institutions qualify graduates for postgraduate specialist registration with the state medical council. Candidates should verify the NMC recognition status of the specific PGD specialisation they intend to pursue at AFMC before joining, as recognition can vary by specialisation and programme vintage.

Ques. How does AFMC PGD admission differ from the NEET-PG and state counselling route at government medical colleges?

Ans. AFMC operates under the Ministry of Defence and runs its own PGD admissions through a credential and exam-based evaluation rather than through the central NEET-PG and state medical counselling system. AFMC does not participate in the MCC PG counselling. Candidates apply directly through the AFMC admissions portal, appear for evaluation in May 2026, and are selected on institutional merit criteria. This is a significant difference from the NEET-PG route taken by government and private medical college PGD admissions across India.

Ques. Can an AFMC PGD holder later upgrade to an MD or MS in the same specialisation?

Ans. PGD holders from NMC-recognised institutions can pursue MD or MS in the same specialisation; some universities credit the PGD period partially toward the MD requirement. However, NEET-PG eligibility for MD/MS is open to MBBS graduates regardless of whether they hold a PGD, so an AFMC PGD holder qualifies to appear in NEET-PG again for MD/MS. The specific credit transfer policy for AFMC PGD holders would depend on the receiving university’s regulations.

Ques. What additional charges apply for AFMC PGD beyond the tuition fee?

Ans. The ₹2,00,000 to ₹2,50,000 programme fee covers tuition only. Hostel, mess, uniforms, practical and lab materials, and examination fees are charged separately as per AFMC institutional norms. Since AFMC is a residential military campus, all residential charges follow the institutional rate schedule published at the time of admission. Candidates should obtain the full fee schedule from the AFMC admissions notification before finalising their decision.