Overview

Jawaharlal Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) is located in Puducherry, India. Established in 1823 as École de Médicine de Pondichéry, it was re-established as JIPMER in 1964. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate medical programs, including MBBS, MD, MS, DM, M.Ch, and diploma courses in various specialties.

Accreditation and Affiliation

JIPMER is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), India, and operates as an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.

Programs Offered

JIPMER offers the following healthcare programs:
– Undergraduate:
– MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
– Postgraduate:
– MD (Doctor of Medicine) in various specialties
– MS (Master of Surgery) in various specialties
– DM (Doctorate of Medicine) in Cardiology, Neurology, and others
– M.Ch (Master of Chirurgiae) in specific surgical specialties
– Diploma courses in Anesthesia, Pediatrics, Radiology, and others

Enrollment and Student Body

JIPMER enrolls approximately 200 students per batch in its MBBS program. Enrollment numbers for postgraduate programs vary by specialty. Both male and female students are admitted, and foreign students are accepted under specific quotas.

Admission Requirements

  • MBBS: Applicants must have appeared for NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate), a 10+2 qualification with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and a minimum of 50% marks, and be at least 17 years old.
  • PG Courses: Applicants must have a NEET-PG score and an MBBS degree from a recognized institution.

Tuition Fees

  • MBBS: INR 1,600–12,000 per year (approximate, highly subsidized for Indian students).
  • PG Courses: Fees vary depending on the specialty.

Contact Information

For general admissions inquiries, the official email is academicjipmer@gmail.com. Specific details can be obtained by contacting the college administration directly or visiting the official website of Jawaharlal Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry.

Additional Information

While JIPMER is not specifically ranked in the QS World University Rankings, it is widely regarded as one of the top medical institutions in India. It has a long-standing reputation for excellence in medical education and research, contributing significantly to healthcare in the country.