Jammu & Kashmir is an important state for the medical graduates who are looking for post graduate medical education in North India. There are a number of medical colleges under the government administration in the UT, along with medical institutes like Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) and others. The candidates who want admission in MD/MS courses (Post-graduation) in Jammu & Kashmir 2026 should know that it is a prerequisite to obtain NEET PG score to secure admission in recognized post-graduation medical course and follow the prescribed admission counselling/admission procedure.
JKBOPEE is engaged in counselling for professional courses in the UT. As per given counselling schedule, counselling for courses related to NEET-PG/ DNB/ MD-AYUSH will be subject to the declaration of results for the said courses for the year 2026.
MD/MS Admission in Jammu & Kashmir 2026
Those who are interested to pursue PG studies in Medicine or Surgery at MD/MS courses at Jammu & Kashmir need to qualify with NEET PG and meet the eligibility norms for the postgraduate medical education in Jammu & Kashmir. The government medical colleges provide post-graduation studies in different clinical, para-clinical and non-clinical specialties.
In the J&K admission planning document, 346 seats are mentioned for MD/MS/PG which includes 295 government seats and 51 private seats and basic eligibility is mentioned as qualification in MBBS and NEET PG.
Top MD/MS Colleges in Jammu & Kashmir 2026 and Fees
There are differences in the fee depending on the institution, specialty, category and admission year. Available fee information is indicative for 2026 and the concerned college’s actual fee notification is to be taken into account.
The location, type, and approximate MD/MS fee for each college.Approximate MD/MS Fee, Location, and Type for each college.
| College Name | Location | Type | Approximate MD/MS Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Medical College | Srinagar | Government | Around ₹25,000/year* |
| Private Medical College | Jammu | Private | Around ₹2,00,000/year |
| Government Medical College, Anantnag | Government | Around ₹20,000–35,000/year* | |
| The Government Medical College, Baramulla | The Government Medical College, Baramulla is a government college that offers admissions throughout the academic year at an average cost of ₹20,000 to 35,000 per year. | ||
| Medical College or Dyarchy Medical College | Doda | Government | Around ₹20,000–35,000/year* |
| Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) | Soura, Srinagar | Government/Autonomous | Around ₹61,000/year* |
| SKIMS Medical College | Bemina, Srinagar | Government | As per latest notification |
| Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences (ASCOMS) | Jammu | Private | Around ₹12.15 lakh/year* |
Indicative fees are based on the fee information available for postgraduate courses in J&K. The fees are subject to change for the 2026 session and may not cover the cost of the hostel, registration, examinations, security or any other charges. A 2024–25 J&K PG information brochure listed ₹25,000 for MD/MS at GMC Srinagar, ₹19,710 at GMC Jammu, ₹61,000 at SKIMS and ₹12.15 lakh at ASCOMS.
Government MD/MS Colleges in Jammu & Kashmir
Government medical colleges are always preferred by candidates as the tuition fees are very low as compared to private colleges.
There are a number of government medical colleges available such as Government Medical College Srinagar, Government Medical College Jammu, Government Medical College Anantnag, Government Medical College Baramulla, Government Medical College Doda etc. The J&K postgraduate seat framework has government MD/MS/PGD seats throughout the UT.
A number of institutions are established for the training of post-graduate medical students such as GMC, Srinagar and GMC, Jammu. Similarly, other newer government colleges have also seen an increased number of postgraduate courses available, due to the recognition of further specialties and seats.
SKIMS MD/MS Admission 2026
Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, Srinagar is among the leading Postgraduate Medical Institutions of Jammu & Kashmir. The institute conducts MD/MS and other postgraduate courses and advertises the same through the academic administration of the institute.
However, SKIMS has been continuing to take admissions for their post graduation programs on their official website with provisional MD/MS/PGD admission information.
Earlier the J&K fee details provided in the list included the SKIMS MD/MS fee, which is approximately ₹61,000. Before taking admission candidates are advised to clarify the current 2026 fee with the institute.
Private Medical/Dental College in Jammu & Kashmir.
Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences (ASCOMS), Jammu is one of the biggest private medical college with Postgraduate Medical Courses.
The brochure of information provided by J&K PG mentions the annual fees for the available seats as about ₹12.15 lakh and the NRI seats are mentioned separately in dollars. It also mentioned that the fee will be subject to change and candidates are advised to check the updated fee with the respective college.
The cost of a private college may be significantly higher than that of a government college, especially for clinical specialties and for management-seat positions.
MD/MS Eligibility 2026
So, the eligibility for MD/MS Admission in Jammu & Kashmir 2026 is as follows:
Generally, candidates must meet the following conditions:
- The candidates should be MBBS Degree holders from the competent body.
- Candidates are required to make the compulsory internship in the stipulated period.
- Candidates should have qualified NEET PG as per the relevant qualifying criteria.
- The candidates are required to enroll in the proper counselling or admission procedure.
- The candidates are required to meet the domicile, category and documentation requirements as applicable for each of the seats.
- The candidates have to pay the fee and complete admission formalities within stipulated time.
The final eligibility requirements should be checked in the official 2026 counselling notification.
Direct MD/MS Admission Through Management Seats
The admissions of students through management seats in the Direct MD/MS Admission are also available.
One frequently used term by candidates when they talk about seats in private medical colleges that are classified as Management admissions are “Direct MD/MS Admission”. It’s not to be interpreted as an NEET PG free admission.
Candidates who want to take up a recognised MD/MS seat have to meet the NEET PG requirements and have to go through the counselling or admission process prescribed. In the J&K postgraduation admission system, NEET PG qualified MBBS has been specified for admission to MD/MS/PGD Medical Programmes.
The candidates are also advised to see to the fact whether the seat is Government Quota/Management Quota/Minority Quota/NRI category before taking admission in the college as per the fee structure.
MD/MS Admission Process in Jammu & Kashmir 2026
Step 1: Qualify NEET PG
Candidates will have to appear for NEET PG and secure the qualifying cut-off.
Step 2: Register for Counselling
Those who are eligible for the above mentioned postgraduate counselling process in J&K are to be registered with the concerned authority.
Step 3: Choose College and Specialty
Based on their rank, eligibility, category and available seats, candidates can opt for the specialty in which they want to pursue their studies (MD/MS) and college.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
Seats are allocated on merit, preference/choice of the candidates, based on the counselling rules applicable to the category and seats available.
Step 5: Document Verification
The candidates are required to send all necessary documents along with their record of MBBS, Internship completion Certificate, NEET PG documents and Identity/Category certificate (if applicable).
Step 6: Fee payment and joining.
Once allotted the candidate should pay the prescribed fee and report to allotted institution within the time limit.
Why MD/MS in Jammu & Kashmir?
Post graduate medical education in Jammu & Kashmir is offered by the established government medical colleges and special institutions. Candidates who are looking for a college with lower tuition fees might find government colleges to be an appealing choice.
Post-graduate training is also offered at SKIMS in a specialized tertiary care setting. Admission and post-graduate activities at the institute are on going, as mentioned in the official academic pages of the institute.
Availability of government & private seats gives candidates an option to select their specialties and budget in accordance with their NEET PG rank.
Conclusion
Direct MD/MS Admission in Jammu & Kashmir 2026 is a good option for NEET PG medical graduates who wish to move to the Union Territory for pursuing their post-graduation courses.
Some of the key institutions are Government Medical College Srinagar, Government Medical College Jammu, Government Medical College Anantnag, Government Medical College Baramulla, Government Medical College Doda, and SKIMS Soura and ASCOMS Jammu. The admission fee in government colleges is much less as compared to private MD/MS admission where the fee is quite high.
Before accepting a seat, candidates will need to check college, specialty, NEET PG Rank, seat category, tuition fee, hostel charges, bond and counselling rules etc. The fee structure and seat matrix may change, therefore candidates are advised to verify the final information on 2026 from JKBOPEE and respective medical college before paying any fees. JKBOPEE’s official website posts counselling and notification about admission for professional courses in J&K.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is it possible to get direct admission to MD/MS in Jammu Kashmir in 2026?
The candidates who wish to take admission in MD/MS courses should have the required eligibility criteria for the NEET PG test and should follow the required counselling or admission process. Admission in private colleges may be available in some colleges depending on the category of admission but it doesn’t mean admission without NEET PG.
2. What will be the MD/MS fee in government medical college of Jammu & Kashmir?
The government’s MD/MS fee is relatively low. According to available information, the salary range for the 2024–25 session at GMC Srinagar is about ₹25,000 per year, whereas it is ₹19,710 per year at GMC Jammu. Other charges may be applicable and also the final 2026 fee may be checked from the concerned college.
3. Which are the top MD/MS colleges in Jammu & Kashmir?
The major institutes are Government Medical College Srinagar, Government Medical College Jammu, Government Medical College Anantnag, Government Medical College Baramulla, Government Medical College Doda, SKIMS Soura and ASCOMS Jammu.
4. Does Cracking NEET PG help in securing MD/MS admissions in Jammu & Kashmir?
Yes. Those who are aiming for recognised MDS admission should qualify NEET PG and fulfill the respective eligibility criteria. The J&K post-graduate course structure outlines the qualification as MBBS with NEET PG mark for MD/MS/PGD.
5. What is the fee for MD/MS in ASCOMS Jammu?
The ASCOMS fee for MD/MS was earlier detailed in a post-graduate information brochure as around ₹12.15 lakh per annum for these seats in J&K post-graduate medical college. There was a separate fee structure for the NRI seats. The fees may change, so candidates should check the final fee for 2026 with ASCOMS before they were admitted.
