GMCH MD Radiodiagnosis FAQs
Ques. How many seats are available for MD Radiodiagnosis at GMCH Guwahati?
Ans. GMCH offers 8 seats for MD Radiodiagnosis. Out of these, 50% (4 seats) fall under the All India Quota (AIQ) and the remaining 4 under the Assam State Quota. Radiodiagnosis is one of the most competitive PG specialties in India, and GMCH's seats attract candidates with high NEET-PG scores.
Ques. What imaging facilities are available for MD Radiodiagnosis students at GMCH?
Ans. The Department of Radiodiagnosis at GMCH is equipped with modern imaging infrastructure including digital X-ray, ultrasonography, CT scan, and MRI facilities. Students get hands-on training in a wide range of diagnostic and interventional procedures, supported by a high patient volume from across Northeast India.
Ques. What is the service bond obligation after completing MD Radiodiagnosis from GMCH?
Ans. After completing the MD programme, students are required to serve in government health services in Assam for 10 years. If a student fails to fulfil this obligation, a penalty of Rs. 20,00,000 (Rs. 20 lakhs) is levied. This applies to all PG students at government medical colleges in Assam.
Ques. What are the career prospects after MD Radiodiagnosis from GMCH?
Ans. MD Radiodiagnosis graduates from GMCH can pursue careers as consultant radiologists in government and private hospitals, diagnostic imaging centres, and academic institutions. Radiology is one of the highest-paying medical specialties in India, with significant demand in both urban and semi-urban areas.
Ques. Can candidates from outside Assam apply for MD Radiodiagnosis at GMCH?
Ans. Yes. 50% of MD/MS seats at GMCH are under the All India Quota (AIQ), open to candidates from across India through MCC counselling. The remaining 50% are under the Assam State Quota, which requires Assam domicile. Candidates from outside Assam can apply through the AIQ route via MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in.
Ques. What is the stipend for MD Radiodiagnosis students at GMCH?
Ans. PG students at GMCH receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 48,000 in the 1st year, Rs. 49,500 in the 2nd year, and Rs. 51,000 in the 3rd year. Given Guwahati's moderate cost of living and affordable on-campus hostel/mess facilities, the stipend is generally sufficient to cover living expenses comfortably.
Comments