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The MD in Pulmonary Medicine (also known as MD in Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases / Respiratory Medicine) at IMS & SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar, is a 3-year postgraduate medical program offered under Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (SOA) University. The program has an intake of 4 permitted seats and is a full-time, on-campus clinical training course. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 22.80 Lakhs, making the total course fee Rs. 68.40 Lakhs over 3 years. Admission is through the NEET PG exam conducted by NBE, followed by centralized counselling by MCC. The program provides comprehensive training in respiratory diseases, pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine, with IMS & SUM Hospital's dedicated pulmonology department and respiratory ICU offering extensive clinical exposure.

Admission for the academic session 2026-27 is currently ongoing. The NEET PG 2026 exam is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2026, with registration expected from April 7 to May 7, 2026. MCC PG counselling for 2026-27 is expected to follow the NEET PG result. The academic session for MD/MS programs at IMS & SUM Hospital for 2026-27 commenced from December 20, 2026.

Key Points

IMS & SUM Hospital is a 2,000+ bedded multi-specialty tertiary care hospital under SOA University, providing extensive clinical exposure for MD trainees.
MD Pulmonary Medicine trainees receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 (1st year), with 3% annual hike in subsequent years.
There is no institutional bond for MD/MS programmes at IMS & SUM Hospital.
The hospital has a dedicated pulmonology department with bronchoscopy, spirometry, and respiratory ICU facilities.
Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

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IMS & SUM Hospital MD Pulmonary Medicine Fees

The total tuition fee for the MD Pulmonary Medicine program is Rs. 22.80 Lakhs per annum, amounting to Rs. 68.40 Lakhs for the full 3-year duration. Hostel accommodation is optional and available in multiple configurations, with an additional mess fee of Rs. 54,000 per annum.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (Per Annum)	Rs. 22,80,000
Tuition Fee (3 Years Total)	Rs. 68,40,000
College Caution Money (One-time, Refundable)	Rs. 5,000
Total Fees (Tuition, 3 Years)	Rs. 68,40,000
Hostel Fee - 2-Bedded Non-AC (Per Annum)	Rs. 70,000
Hostel Fee - 3-Bedded AC (Per Annum)	Rs. 1,05,000
Hostel Fee - 2-Bedded AC (Per Annum)	Rs. 1,25,000
Mess Fee (Per Annum)	Rs. 54,000
Hostel Caution Money (One-time, Refundable)	Rs. 5,000

College Caution Money of Rs. 5,000 is refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
Hostel Caution Money of Rs. 5,000 is refundable.
Hostel accommodation is optional; fees shown separately.
Fees are payable via RTGS/NEFT online or Demand Draft in favour of SIKSHA O ANUSANDHAN, payable at Bhubaneswar.
There is no institutional bond for MD/MS programmes.

IMS & SUM Hospital MD Pulmonary Medicine Admission 2026

Admission to MD Pulmonary Medicine at IMS & SUM Hospital is through NEET PG 2026, conducted by NBE, followed by centralized counselling by MCC. The NEET PG 2026 exam is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2026. MCC PG counselling for 2026-27 will follow the NEET PG result declaration.

Important Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	April 7, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Registration End	May 7, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Exam	June 15, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Result	July 15, 2026 (Tentative)
MCC PG Counselling 2026 Round 1	To be announced after result
Commencement of Academic Session	To be announced

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree recognized by NMC/NBE.
Must have a valid NEET PG 2026 score.
Must fulfill the eligibility criteria as specified by NMC and MCC for PG medical admissions.

Admission Process

Appear in NEET PG 2026 conducted by NBE.
Register for MCC PG Counselling 2026 at mcc.nic.in.
Pay the counselling registration fee and submit required documents.
Fill and lock choices of institutes and courses.
Seat allotment based on NEET PG rank, category, and choices.
Report to IMS & SUM Hospital within the stipulated reporting period with original documents.

IMS & SUM Hospital MD Pulmonary Medicine Scholarships 2026

IMS & SUM Hospital provides a monthly stipend to all MD/MS trainees, which serves as the primary financial support during the program. There are no separate scholarship schemes exclusive to MD Pulmonary Medicine; however, government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC candidates may be applicable.

Stipend Structure

Scholarship/Financial Support	Amount	Remarks
Monthly Stipend - 1st Year	Rs. 60,000/month	Paid to all MD/MS trainees
Monthly Stipend - 2nd Year	Rs. 61,800/month (approx.)	3% hike on 1st year stipend
Monthly Stipend - 3rd Year	Rs. 63,654/month (approx.)	3% hike on 2nd year stipend
Government Scholarships (SC/ST/OBC)	As per government norms	Applicable as per eligibility

The stipend is provided by the institution to all admitted MD/MS trainees.
Government scholarships for reserved category students are available as per state and central government norms.
No institutional bond is required for MD/MS programmes.

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IMS & SUM Hospital MD Pulmonary Medicine FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MD Pulmonary Medicine at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. The tuition fee is Rs. 22.80 Lakhs per annum, totalling Rs. 68.40 Lakhs for the 3-year program. Hostel (optional) costs Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 1,25,000 per annum depending on the type, and mess Rs. 54,000 per annum additionally.

Ques. Is there a bond or service obligation after completing MD Pulmonary Medicine at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. No, there is no institutional bond for MD/MS programmes at IMS & SUM Hospital. Graduates are free to pursue their career of choice after completing the program.

Ques. How many seats are available for MD Pulmonary Medicine at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. There are 4 permitted seats for MD Pulmonary Medicine (Respiratory Medicine) at IMS & SUM Hospital as per the NMC seat matrix. Candidates should check the latest MCC seat matrix for the number of recognized seats available for counselling.

Ques. What is the stipend provided to MD Pulmonary Medicine students at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. MD trainees receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 in the 1st year, with a 3% annual hike in subsequent years.

Ques. What is the admission process for MD Pulmonary Medicine at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. Admission is through NEET PG conducted by NBE, followed by centralized counselling by MCC at mcc.nic.in. Candidates must register, fill choices, and report to the institute after seat allotment.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after MD Pulmonary Medicine?

Ans. Graduates can work as pulmonologists and respiratory medicine specialists in hospitals, clinics, and research institutions. They can also pursue super-specialty training in critical care or sleep medicine, or work in academic and research settings.