Reviewed by the Admission Zone Counselling Team · Last updated: 29 September 2026
The NEET PG stipend is the monthly amount a postgraduate (MD/MS/DNB) resident is paid during the 3-year residency. It differs a lot from state to state and even between colleges in the same state, so comparing it before choice filling can change your total earnings during PG by several lakh rupees. This guide gives the complete state-wise NEET PG stipend list for 2026, year-wise figures from official state orders, the rules for private and deemed colleges, and how stipend links to the service bond.
Quick Answer
Delhi pays the highest NEET PG stipend in India in 2026, with a median of about ₹1,26,927 per month for PG residents. It is followed by Meghalaya (₹1,25,000), Chandigarh (₹1,09,926), Uttar Pradesh (₹1,05,840), Haryana (₹1,04,346) and Gujarat (₹1,00,800). The lowest medians are in Puducherry and Dadra & Nagar Haveli (about ₹43,000 per month).
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Top 10 States with the Highest NEET PG Stipend in 2026
The table below ranks states and union territories by the median monthly stipend reported for PG residents (MD/MS). Median means half the colleges in that state pay more and half pay less.
| Rank | State / UT | Median monthly stipend (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi | 1,26,927 |
| 2 | Meghalaya | 1,25,000 |
| 3 | Chandigarh | 1,09,926 |
| 4 | Uttar Pradesh | 1,05,840 |
| 5 | Haryana | 1,04,346 |
| 6 | Gujarat | 1,00,800 |
| 7 | Maharashtra | 93,559 |
| 8 | Rajasthan | 87,216 |
| 9 | Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 87,000 |
| 10 | Bihar | 82,000 |
Complete State-Wise NEET PG Stipend List 2026
Here is the median monthly PG stipend for all states and UTs, with a link to each state’s bond rules where available. Figures are based on college-reported stipend data and the latest state orders; confirm the exact amount on the college website before choice filling.
| State / UT | Median monthly stipend (₹) | Bond details |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 1,26,927 | Delhi NEET PG bond |
| Meghalaya | 1,25,000 | – |
| Chandigarh | 1,09,926 | – |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,05,840 | – |
| Haryana | 1,04,346 | Haryana NEET PG bond |
| Gujarat | 1,00,800 | Gujarat NEET PG bond |
| Maharashtra | 93,559 | Maharashtra NEET PG bond |
| Rajasthan | 87,216 | Rajasthan NEET PG bond |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 87,000 | – |
| Bihar | 82,000 | Bihar NEET PG bond |
| Goa | 80,000 | Goa NEET PG bond |
| Manipur | 79,963 | Manipur NEET PG bond |
| Jharkhand | 77,603 | – |
| Punjab | 76,000 | Punjab NEET PG bond |
| Madhya Pradesh | 75,444 | MP NEET PG bond |
| Uttarakhand | 73,928 | Uttarakhand NEET PG bond |
| Odisha | 73,042 | Odisha NEET PG bond |
| Chhattisgarh | 67,500 | Chhattisgarh NEET PG bond |
| Telangana | 67,032 | Telangana NEET PG bond |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 63,240 | – |
| West Bengal | 61,634 | – |
| Andhra Pradesh | 60,823 | AP NEET PG bond |
| Kerala | 57,876 | Kerala NEET PG bond |
| Karnataka | 56,250 | Karnataka NEET PG bond |
| Assam | 55,200 | Assam NEET PG bond |
| Tripura | 55,200 | Tripura NEET PG bond |
| Tamil Nadu | 54,025 | Tamil Nadu NEET PG bond |
| Himachal Pradesh | 50,000 – 65,000* | Himachal NEET PG bond |
| Mizoram | 50,000 | – |
| Puducherry | 43,000 | Puducherry NEET PG bond |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 43,000 | – |
Year-Wise NEET PG Stipend in Key States (Official Orders)
Most states raise the stipend every year of residency. These are the latest year-wise amounts for government medical colleges as per state orders:
| State | 1st year (₹) | 2nd year (₹) | 3rd year (₹) | Effective from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat (Govt & GMERS) | 1,00,800 | Higher each year | Higher each year | 1 April 2024 |
| Telangana | 67,032 | 70,757 | 74,482 | 1 January 2025 |
| Karnataka | 56,250 | 62,500 | 68,750 | 1 August 2024 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 50,000 | 60,000 | 65,000 | Announced 8 Dec 2025 |
| Central Govt institutes, Delhi (AIIMS, MAMC, VMMC, LHMC etc.) | 7th CPC Pay Level 10 (basic ₹56,100) + DA + HRA; gross roughly ₹1.2–1.3 lakh | As per central DA revisions | ||
Which State Pays the Lowest NEET PG Stipend?
Puducherry and Dadra & Nagar Haveli have the lowest median PG stipend at about ₹43,000 per month, followed by Mizoram (₹50,000), Tamil Nadu (₹54,025), and Assam and Tripura (₹55,200 each). Karnataka’s government stipend (₹56,250 in the first year) is also on the lower side, although many candidates still prefer the state for its large number of PG seats and clinical exposure; see Karnataka NEET PG counselling for seats and process.
NEET PG Stipend in Government vs Private vs Deemed Colleges
- Government and central institutes: pay the state or central scale and usually increase it every year. Central institutes in Delhi pay the most.
- Private colleges (state quota): as per the NMC Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations 2023, they should pay the same stipend as government colleges of the same state.
- Deemed universities: stipend depends on the university. NMC data has shown payments ranging from as low as ₹15,000 to over ₹1.25 lakh per month across India, so always check the exact amount.
NMC has also directed all medical colleges to publish their course-wise fee and stipend details on their websites, so candidates can verify the actual stipend before locking choices.
Highest Stipend vs Service Bond: What to Compare
A state with a high stipend may also have a long compulsory service bond or a heavy penalty for leaving. Before choice filling, compare:
- Monthly stipend in all 3 years (not only the first year)
- Service bond duration and penalty amount (read the NEET PG bond guide)
- Tuition fee, which can cancel out a high stipend in private and deemed colleges
- Hostel cost and cost of living in the city
- Clinical load, faculty and course recognition
For earnings after residency, see our guide on the salary of a PG doctor in India.
How to Check the Stipend of a College Before Choice Filling
- Open the college’s official website and look for the NMC mandatory disclosure of fee and stipend.
- Check the latest state DME or health department order on resident stipend.
- Read the state counselling information bulletin for bond, stipend and fee clauses.
- Confirm the year-wise amount and whether it is paid monthly without delay by asking current residents.
Data sources: college-reported stipend data under NMC disclosure norms, National Medical Commission notices, and state government orders for Karnataka, Telangana, Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh. Stipends are revised from time to time, so always verify on official websites.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on NEET PG Stipend 2026
Delhi pays the highest NEET PG stipend in 2026, with a median of about ₹1,26,927 per month, mainly at central government institutes. Meghalaya (₹1,25,000), Chandigarh (₹1,09,926), Uttar Pradesh (₹1,05,840), Haryana (₹1,04,346) and Gujarat (₹1,00,800) follow.
Puducherry and Dadra & Nagar Haveli have the lowest median PG stipend at about ₹43,000 per month, followed by Mizoram (₹50,000) and Tamil Nadu (₹54,025).
Most government PG residents in India get between ₹55,000 and ₹1,05,000 per month in 2026, depending on the state, institute and year of residency.
No. Most states increase it every year. For example, Karnataka pays ₹56,250, ₹62,500 and ₹68,750, and Telangana pays ₹67,032, ₹70,757 and ₹74,482 in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year.
Government medical colleges in Karnataka pay ₹56,250 per month in the 1st year, ₹62,500 in the 2nd year and ₹68,750 in the 3rd year, after the 25% hike effective from 1 August 2024.
Yes. Under the NMC PG Medical Education Regulations 2023, private colleges should pay the same stipend as government colleges of that state. Deemed universities set their own amount, so it can be lower or higher; check the college’s NMC fee and stipend disclosure.
In most cases the stipend paid to resident doctors is treated as taxable income. Tax rules can change, so confirm your case with a qualified tax professional.
No. Compare stipend with the service bond, penalty, tuition fee, clinical exposure and cost of living. A high stipend with a long bond or high fee may not be the best overall choice.
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Conclusion
Delhi remains the highest-paying region for NEET PG residents in 2026, with Meghalaya, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Gujarat also paying over ₹1 lakh per month. Southern states such as Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala pay less, but offer many PG seats and strong clinical exposure. Use the state-wise list above together with bond rules, fees and training quality to pick the right college, and always check the latest official stipend order before choice filling.