Post Graduate Diploma
About Post Graduate Diploma
The Post Graduate Diploma programmes at Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (MGIMS), Wardha are two-year full-time clinical postgraduate qualifications offered across nine specialisations: Anaesthesia, Child Health, Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmic Medicine and Surgery, Orthopaedics, Psychiatric Medicine, Otorhinolaryngology, and Medical Radio Diagnosis. MGIMS Wardha is a nationally recognised deemed university medical college in Maharashtra known for its rural health focus and community medicine emphasis. The total fee is ₹1,59,100 uniform across all nine specialisations. Admission is through NEET PG 2026 (August 30, 2026) via MCC AIQ counselling and CETCELL Maharashtra, with the 2026-27 batch reporting in December 2026.
NEET PG 2026 is scheduled on August 30, 2026. PG Diploma counselling through MCC and CETCELL Maharashtra is expected in November 2026 after results. Candidates must register on both portals to be eligible for MGIMS Wardha PGD seats through the AIQ and state quota respectively.
Key Points
- Nine two-year PGD specialisations at MGIMS Wardha, a rural and community health-focused deemed university medical college; PGD is equivalent to a recognised postgraduate medical qualification under NMC norms.
- Uniform fee of ₹1,59,100 (Year 1: ₹92,900 including one-time admission charges; Year 2: ₹66,200); hostel available at ₹4,000 per year plus separate mess charges.
- Admission through NEET PG 2026 via MCC AIQ counselling (50% seats) and CETCELL Maharashtra state quota counselling (50% seats); no separate institutional entrance test.
- MGIMS Wardha PGD seats appear in both the MCC AIQ and CETCELL Maharashtra portals; candidates must register on both portals to maximise seat options.
- Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship and NSP central scholarship schemes are available for eligible reserved category candidates.
MGIMS PGD Fees 2026
All nine PGD specialisations at MGIMS Wardha carry the same total fee of ₹1,59,100 for two years, split as ₹92,900 in Year 1 (including one-time admission and caution charges) and ₹66,200 in Year 2. Hostel rent is ₹4,000 per year, with mess charges billed separately by the hostel committee.
Fee Structure
| Specialisation | Total Fees (2 Years) |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia, Child Health, Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmic Medicine and Surgery, Orthopaedics, Psychiatric Medicine, Otorhinolaryngology, Medical Radio Diagnosis | ₹1,59,100 |
- Year 1 fee: ₹92,900 (includes one-time admission and caution charges); Year 2 fee: ₹66,200; Total: ₹1,59,100.
- Hostel rent: ₹4,000 per year; mess charges are billed separately by the hostel committee.
- Fee structure is governed by Maharashtra SFDC norms and is subject to revision per official notification for the 2026-27 batch.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
MGIMS PGD Admission 2026
Admission to all MGIMS PGD specialisations is through NEET PG 2026 conducted by NBEMS. MGIMS Wardha has 50% seats under MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling and 50% under CETCELL Maharashtra state quota counselling. Candidates must qualify NEET PG 2026 and register on both portals: mcc.nic.in for AIQ seats and the CETCELL Maharashtra portal for state quota seats. The 2026-27 batch is expected to report in December 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET PG Registration | April 7, 2026 to May 7, 2026 |
| NEET PG Admit Card | June 11, 2026 |
| NEET PG Examination | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG Result | October 2026 |
| MCC AIQ PGD Counselling | November 2026 |
| CETCELL Maharashtra PGD Counselling | November 2026 |
| Reporting to MGIMS Wardha | December 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET PG | May 7, 2026 | August 30, 2026 | October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for reserved category candidates).
- Completion of the Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI) on or before the date specified in the MCC or CETCELL Maharashtra admission notification is mandatory.
- A qualifying score in NEET PG 2026 as prescribed by MCC and NMC for PGD admissions, along with a valid state medical council or NMC registration.
Admission Process
- Qualify in NEET PG 2026 conducted by NBEMS on August 30, 2026.
- Register for MCC AIQ PG counselling at mcc.nic.in for the 50% AIQ PGD seats after results are declared in October 2026.
- Register separately for CETCELL Maharashtra PG Medical counselling for the 50% state quota PGD seats at MGIMS Wardha.
- Fill the choice of college and PGD specialisation; accept the allotted MGIMS Wardha seat and pay the counselling security deposit.
- Report to MGIMS Wardha with original documents and pay the first-year fee to complete admission for the December 2026 batch.
MGIMS PGD Scholarships 2026
MGIMS PGD students from Maharashtra can access the Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship for reserved category candidates and the NSP central scholarship for economically weaker students. MGIMS also provides institutional assistance for economically weaker candidates on a need basis through the Dean’s office. Government scholarship applications typically open between August and October.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | Family income below ₹6,00,000 per year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/VJ/NT/OBC) | As per Maharashtra government norms | Maharashtra domicile reserved category candidates; apply via mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in |
| Central Minority Scholarship | As per government norms | Students from notified minority communities; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- Scholarship applications open between August and October; candidates should apply at the earliest after enrolment.
- Institutional need-based assistance is available on application to the MGIMS Dean’s office for economically weaker students.
MGIMS PGD FAQs
Ques. Is an MGIMS PGD equivalent to an MD or MS degree for government jobs?
Ans. PGD (Post Graduate Diploma) and MD or MS are separate qualifications under NMC norms. A PGD from MGIMS Wardha is a recognised postgraduate medical qualification but is lower in seniority than an MD or MS degree in the same specialisation. For senior specialist posts (especially in government medical services), an MD or MS is generally preferred or required. However, a PGD qualifies you for many clinical roles, private practice, and some government junior specialist posts depending on the state recruitment norms. Candidates should verify the specific eligibility requirements of the government positions they plan to target before choosing PGD over MD or MS.
Ques. What is the NEET PG cutoff needed for MGIMS Wardha PGD seats?
Ans. MGIMS Wardha is a well-regarded deemed university with a rural and community medicine focus, and PGD seats here are competitive. Seats in popular specialisations like Anaesthesia, Orthopaedics, and O&G tend to fill in earlier MCC counselling rounds. Less competitive specialisations such as Psychiatric Medicine and Dermatology Venereology Leprosy may be available in later rounds. The exact rank cutoff shifts each year based on the national NEET PG applicant pool; candidates should track previous year MCC counselling data and CETCELL Maharashtra round-wise cutoffs as a reference.
Ques. Can I upgrade from an MGIMS PGD to an MD or MS at a later stage?
Ans. Yes, PGD holders are eligible to appear for the National Board Examinations (FNB or Diplomate-NB examinations) conducted by NBEMS, which can enhance their qualifications. Some NMC-recognised institutions also offer a pathway for PGD holders to pursue an MD or MS by lateral entry, subject to institutional policy and NMC regulations at the time of application. Candidates should check the current NMC guidelines on PGD-to-MD upgrade pathways before planning this route, as the eligibility norms have evolved over time.
Ques. Is the MGIMS Wardha PGD fee of ₹1,59,100 low compared to private medical colleges?
Ans. Yes. MGIMS Wardha is a deemed university with a Gandhian philosophy of affordable healthcare education, and its PGD fee of ₹1,59,100 for two years is significantly lower than most private medical college PGD programmes in Maharashtra, which often range much higher. The hostel fee is also modest at ₹4,000 per year. For MBBS graduates seeking an affordable PGD qualification in a recognised institution, MGIMS Wardha is one of the more cost-effective options in Maharashtra, particularly for rural healthcare-oriented candidates.
Ques. How many MGIMS PGD seats are under All India Quota versus Maharashtra state quota?
Ans. MGIMS Wardha PGD seats are split equally between the MCC All India Quota (AIQ) and the CETCELL Maharashtra state quota, with 50 percent of seats in each. Candidates from outside Maharashtra can access MGIMS through the AIQ route on mcc.nic.in. Maharashtra domicile candidates can access both the AIQ and the state quota through CETCELL Maharashtra. Registering on both portals is important to maximise the chance of securing an MGIMS seat, as cutoff ranks may differ between the two counselling streams.