Dehradun: Uttarakhand’s medical education policy has come into sharp focus as the state introduces one of the highest service bond penalties in India for NEET PG aspirants. PG medical students taking admission in Uttarakhand this year must sign a mandatory two-year government service bond, failing which they will face a penalty of ₹2.5 crore.
Alongside the steep service bond, the PG medical fee structure in several Uttarakhand colleges has crossed ₹90 lakh to ₹1 crore, making the state one of the costliest destinations for pursuing MD/MS courses in India.
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Key Policy Highlights
Mandatory 2-Year Service in Hilly Areas
After completing MD/MS, every PG student is required to serve two years in government hospitals located in remote or hilly districts of Uttarakhand.
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Students who fail to serve the mandatory period must pay a ₹2,50,00,000 penalty, one of the largest service bond penalties for medical education in India.
Bond to Be Signed at Admission
Students must sign the bond on stamp paper with two sureties at the time of admission.
The penalty also applies if:
- The student drops out during the course
- The student fails to join service after course completion
- The student leaves the service period midway
PG Medical Fees Nearing ₹1 Crore
Private institutions in Uttarakhand have reported record-high fee structures for MD/MS courses:
High-Cost Courses (Approximate Aggregate Fees for 3 Years)
- MD Radiodiagnosis: ₹90 lakh- ₹1 crore
- MS Obstetrics & Gynecology: ₹90 lakh+
- MS Orthopaedics: ₹90 lakh+
- MD Dermatology: Around ₹80 lakh- ₹95 lakh
Mid-Level Fee Courses
- MD Anesthesia: Around ₹50-55 lakh
- MD Pediatrics: Around ₹50-60 lakh
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Lower Fee Courses
- MD Pathology: ₹30-40 lakh range
In some institutions, additional charges such as hostel, security deposit, admission processing fee, and exam fee increase the total cost even further.
Why Such a High Bond?
Uttarakhand has long faced:
- Shortage of specialists in hilly districts
- High migration of doctors to metros or private hospitals
- Difficulty filling posts in government medical facilities
The government believes that a strong bond policy will ensure:
- Availability of specialists in rural areas
- Strengthening of public healthcare infrastructure
- Better healthcare access for remote communities
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Concerns Among Students
While the intention is to improve healthcare delivery, the combination of:
- ₹1 crore course fee, and
- ₹2.5 crore bond penalty
has raised concerns about:
- Affordability
- Financial burden on families
- Deterrence for NEET PG aspirants considering Uttarakhand private colleges
- Risk of legal disputes if students cannot serve due to personal or medical reasons
Many experts believe the policy may discourage admissions instead of promoting service commitment.
NEET PG Counselling Context
Uttarakhand NEET PG counselling started with thousands of applicants participating in the state quota and management quota seats. This year’s high fee and bond structure are expected to significantly influence choice filling and seat preference trends during counselling rounds.
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