Skip to content
medicalcounseling.in Your Medical Career Partner
Medical Postgraduate

MD Pediatrics Admission Guide

MD Pediatrics deals with the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. It is one of the most noble and in-demand specialties, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Get expert counseling for NEET PG Pediatrics — from government seats to management quota in private colleges.

3 Years
NEET PG: 200–800 (AIR)
Salary: ₹8L–₹25L/yr
Expert Counseling
3 Years
Duration
MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Degree
~3,200 (All India)
Total Seats
₹8L–₹25L/yr
Avg. Salary

About MD Pediatrics

MD Pediatrics deals with the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. It is one of the most noble and in-demand specialties, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.

Degree

MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Duration

3 Years

Total Seats

~3,200 (All India)

NEET PG Cutoff

200–800 (AIR)

Govt. College Fee

₹10K–₹50K/yr

Private College Fee

₹8L–₹22L/yr

Eligibility

MBBS + 1-year compulsory internship · NEET PG qualified.

Career Options

  • Pediatrician
  • Neonatologist
  • Pediatric Intensivist
  • Child Health Specialist
Avg. Salary: ₹8L–₹25L/yr

Best Colleges for Pediatrics in India

College NameTypeAnnual Fee (Approx.)State
AIIMS Delhi Government ₹1,390/yr New Delhi
PGIMER Chandigarh Government ₹1,800/yr Chandigarh
CMC Vellore Private ₹3L/yr Tamil Nadu
KEM Hospital Mumbai Government ₹15K/yr Maharashtra
KGMU Lucknow Government ₹20K/yr Uttar Pradesh
Manipal Hospital Private ₹5L/yr Karnataka

Fees are approximate and vary annually. Contact us for the latest fee structure and management quota availability.

Pediatrics Fees — Government vs Private

Government CollegesState / AIQ Quota

Annual Tuition Fee₹10K–₹50K/yr
Monthly Stipend₹50,000 – ₹90,000
Bond RequiredYes (1–2 years service)
Net cost (3 years)Very Low / Negative (stipend)

Private / Deemed CollegesManagement / Merit

Annual Tuition Fee₹8L–₹22L/yr
Hostel & Other₹80,000 – ₹2L/yr
Bond RequiredNo (usually)
Stipend₹20,000 – ₹60,000/month

How to Get Pediatrics Admission

1

Appear in NEET PG

Register and appear in NEET PG. Score is the basis for all MD/MS admissions in India — government, private, and deemed.

2

Check Cutoff & Eligibility

Analyse your NEET PG rank vs historical cutoffs for Pediatrics in government and private colleges. Our counselors provide state-wise rank analysis.

3

MCC AIQ Counseling Registration

Register on MCC website. Pay registration and security deposit. MCC AIQ covers 50% of seats in central/state government colleges.

4

State Quota Counseling

Register on your home state's PG counseling portal. State quota covers 50% of seats in state government colleges. Separate from AIQ.

5

Choice Filling & Lock

Fill college and specialty preferences in order. Strategic choice filling is critical — our counselors help you maximise your chances based on historical data.

6

Management Quota (If Needed)

If not allotted a satisfactory seat in counseling rounds, apply for management quota in private/deemed colleges. We maintain direct tie-ups with college management offices.

Documents Required

  • MBBS Degree Certificate
  • MBBS Marksheets (All years)
  • Internship Completion Certificate
  • NEET PG Scorecard
  • Registration Certificate (MCI/State)
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (state quota)
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport Size Photographs

Why Choose Our NEET PG Counseling

5000+
Students Counseled
200+
Partner Colleges
98%
Success Rate
15+
Years Experience

Frequently Asked Questions — MD Pediatrics

An MD Pediatrics specialist (Pediatrician) diagnoses and treats medical conditions in children from birth to 18 years. They manage infectious diseases, nutritional deficiencies, developmental disorders, and acute pediatric emergencies.
Yes. MD Pediatrics opens doors to DM Neonatology, DM Pediatric Cardiology, DM Pediatric Neurology, and DM Pediatric Nephrology — all high-demand super-specialties.
Yes. With India's large child population and increasing awareness of child health, Pediatricians are in high demand. Private practice is highly lucrative, especially in metros and Tier 2 cities.

Explore other MD specializations

View All MD Specializations
Call