MD Psychiatry Admission Guide
MD Psychiatry deals with the diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. With growing mental health awareness in India, Psychiatry is rapidly becoming one of the most in-demand specialties. Get expert counseling for NEET PG Psychiatry — from government seats to management quota in private colleges.
About MD Psychiatry
MD Psychiatry deals with the diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. With growing mental health awareness in India, Psychiatry is rapidly becoming one of the most in-demand specialties.
Degree
MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Duration
3 Years
Total Seats
~1,400 (All India)
NEET PG Cutoff
2000–8000 (AIR)
Govt. College Fee
₹10K–₹50K/yr
Private College Fee
₹8L–₹20L/yr
Eligibility
MBBS + 1-year internship · NEET PG qualified.
Career Options
- Psychiatrist
- Child Psychiatrist
- Addiction Specialist
- Forensic Psychiatrist
Best Colleges for Psychiatry in India
| College Name | Type | Annual Fee (Approx.) | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIMHANS Bengaluru | Government | ₹5K/yr | Karnataka |
| AIIMS Delhi | Government | ₹1,390/yr | New Delhi |
| PGIMER Chandigarh | Government | ₹1,800/yr | Chandigarh |
| KGMU Lucknow | Government | ₹20K/yr | Uttar Pradesh |
| Amrita Coimbatore | Private | ₹4L/yr | Tamil Nadu |
| Manipal | Private | ₹4.5L/yr | Karnataka |
Fees are approximate and vary annually. Contact us for the latest fee structure and management quota availability.
Psychiatry Fees — Government vs Private
Government CollegesState / AIQ Quota
Private / Deemed CollegesManagement / Merit
How to Get Psychiatry Admission
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.
Check Cutoff & Eligibility
Analyse your NEET PG rank vs historical cutoffs for Psychiatry in government and private colleges. Our counselors provide state-wise rank analysis.
MCC AIQ Counseling Registration
Register on MCC website. Pay registration and security deposit. MCC AIQ covers 50% of seats in central/state government colleges.
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.
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.
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
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