The Announcement — What Has Been Proposed?

The Delhi government has proposed a total of 108 postgraduate, Diplomate of National Board (DNB) and fellowship seats across its medical institutions to strengthen healthcare delivery and medical education in the national capital. The proposal has been put forward by the Health Department under the Delhi government.

The initiative comes under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the guidance of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. Officials said the expansion is designed to strengthen both academic capacity and healthcare infrastructure in Delhi.

Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said the expansion would help build a strong pool of specialised doctors and improve patient care. “The expansion of PG, DNB and fellowship seats is a significant step towards strengthening Delhi’s healthcare ecosystem. These seats will help in training a robust pool of highly skilled and specialised doctors, ensuring better patient care and improved health outcomes for the citizens of Delhi,” he said.

Seat Breakdown by Programme Type

Out of the total, 67 seats are for MD/MS programmes, 36 seats for DNB courses, and 5 Fellowship positions, expected to ensure a balanced push across multiple streams of specialization.

College-Wise Seat Allocation

The 108 seats are distributed across 10 Delhi government medical and teaching institutions:

1. Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC)

Maulana Azad Medical College has been allocated 35 MD/MS seats.

MAMC gets the largest share — 35 MD/MS seats — reflecting its status as one of Delhi’s premier and largest government medical colleges. MAMC is affiliated with the University of Delhi and is associated with Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital (LNJP), one of the largest public hospitals in Asia.

2. Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College & Hospital (BSAMCH)

Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College has received 24 MD/MS seats.

BSAMCH, located in Rohini, is one of Delhi’s newer government medical colleges and receives 24 MD/MS seats — the second-largest allocation in the proposal.

3. Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC)

Indira Gandhi Medical College has been allotted 18 DNB seats.

A significant DNB allocation for IGMC, which caters to the healthcare needs of Delhi’s central and south-central zones.

4. Deep Chand Bandhu Hospital

Deep Chand Bandhu Hospital has been allotted 8 DNB seats.

5. Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital

Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital has been allocated two DNB seats along with three fellowship positions.

GTB Hospital’s allocation includes the Fellowship positions — specialist training programmes beyond regular PG degrees that represent the highest level of sub-specialisation.

6. University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS) with GTB Hospital

University College of Medical Sciences, in association with GTB Hospital, has been allotted four MD/MS seats.

UCMS is among Delhi’s oldest government medical colleges. Its PG seats run in formal association with GTB Hospital — one of East Delhi’s largest tertiary care government hospitals.

7. Guru Gobind Singh Government Hospital

Guru Gobind Singh Government Hospital has received two DNB seats.

8. Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital

Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital has been allotted four DNB seats.

9. Bhagwan Mahavir Hospital

Bhagwan Mahavir Hospital has been allotted two DNB seats.

10. Delhi State Cancer Institute (DSCI)

Delhi State Cancer Institute has been allocated four MD/MS seats along with two Fellowship positions.

DSCI’s allocation of 4 MD/MS plus 2 Fellowship seats is particularly significant — it signals a major push to expand Delhi’s oncology specialisation capacity, addressing one of the city’s most critical healthcare gaps given the rising burden of cancer.

Complete Institution-Wise Summary Table

What Is MD/MS, DNB and Fellowship?

Understanding the three types of seats is important for MBBS graduates planning their PG journey:

MD/MS — Doctor of Medicine / Master of Surgery

• The traditional postgraduate medical degree in India
• Awarded by universities (Delhi University for MAMC/UCMS)
• Admission through NEET PG examination
• Duration: 3 years
• Recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC)
• Considered the gold standard for medical specialisation in India

DNB — Diplomate of National Board

• Awarded by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), New Delhi
• Equivalent to MD/MS in terms of recognition and career prospects
• Can be pursued at hospitals (not just medical colleges) — making it accessible at a wider range of institutions
• Admission through NEET PG (same as MD/MS)
• Duration: 3 years
• All 36 new DNB seats will increase hospital-based specialist training capacity significantly

Fellowship

• Super-specialisation programmes beyond MD/MS or DNB
• Designed for doctors who want to sub-specialise further (e.g., a cardiac surgeon pursuing a specific fellowship in minimally invasive cardiac surgery)
• Duration: 1–2 years typically
• The 5 new Fellowship positions at GTB Hospital (3) and Delhi State Cancer Institute (2) represent opportunities for senior specialists to advance their expertise

What Does This Mean for NEET PG Aspirants?

For MBBS graduates preparing for NEET PG, this expansion is directly relevant:

More Government Seats = More Chances Every additional MD/MS seat added at a government medical college increases the NEET PG merit list cut-off capacity — giving more aspirants a shot at government college PG seats, which are preferred for their lower fees and strong training environments.

DNB Seats Expand Hospital Training The 36 new DNB seats at hospitals like IGMC, Deep Chand Bandhu and GTB Hospital create more routes to PG training outside traditional college campuses — important for aspirants who may not crack the government college cut-offs but can still access quality training at government hospitals.

Fellowship Opportunities Post-PG The 5 new Fellowship positions signal a growing sub-specialisation ecosystem in Delhi’s government hospitals — relevant for doctors already in or completing their PG programmes at these institutions.

Note: These are proposed seats. Final implementation requires approval from the National Medical Commission (NMC) and/or National Board of Examinations (NBE), along with inspection and verification of infrastructure. Aspirants should track official NMC and NBE notifications for confirmed seat counts before NEET PG counselling.

Why This Expansion Matters for Delhi Healthcare

Delhi’s government hospitals handle an enormous patient load — serving not just Delhi residents but patients from across north India, especially UP, Haryana, Bihar and Uttarakhand. The demand for specialist doctors at government facilities far outstrips current capacity.

The allocation of these seats spans 10 government medical and teaching facilities, marking a significant advancement in the city’s ability to provide advanced medical training.

The specific inclusion of oncology seats at the Delhi State Cancer Institute is particularly welcome — cancer care is one of the most underprovided specialisations at government hospitals nationwide, and specialist oncologists trained at DSCI will directly serve Delhi’s public cancer care infrastructure.

Similarly, the Fellowship positions at GTB Hospital strengthen east Delhi’s training capacity — an area that has historically been underserved compared to the MAMC/LNJP cluster in central Delhi.

Delhi 108 PG/DNB/Fellowship Seats 2026 — FAQs

Q. How many new PG seats has Delhi proposed in 2026?

108 seats — 67 MD/MS, 36 DNB and 5 Fellowship positions — across 10 government medical colleges and hospitals.

Q. Which Delhi college gets the most PG seats?

Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) with 35 MD/MS seats — the largest single allocation in the proposal.

Q. Who announced the seat expansion?

Delhi Health Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh announced the proposal, which was put forward by the Delhi government’s Health Department.

Q. Are DNB seats different from MD/MS seats?

Yes — MD/MS degrees are awarded by universities; DNB is awarded by the National Board of Examinations. Both require NEET PG for admission and are equally recognised. DNB seats are typically hospital-based.

Q. Which institution gets Fellowship seats?

GTB Hospital (3 Fellowship positions) and Delhi State Cancer Institute (2 Fellowship positions).

Q. Are these seats confirmed for NEET PG 2026 counselling?

These are proposed seats. Final approval and inclusion in NEET PG counselling requires NMC/NBE verification. Track official NMC and NBE portals for confirmed seat availability.

Q. Why is this expansion significant?

More specialist doctors trained at Delhi government hospitals directly translates into better patient care for the millions of patients — many from lower-income backgrounds — who depend on Delhi’s public healthcare network.