Download App
Minority Colleges Fee Hike: The Uttar Pradesh government recently released the NEET PG fee structure for minority colleges for the 2024-25 academic year, revealing significant increases across various MD/MS programs.
The fee hikes in Uttar Pradesh’s five minority medical colleges—four Muslim minority institutions and one Jain minority institution—have primarily affected MD and MS programs across various specialties.
This restructuring comes at a time when the demand for specialized medical professionals is high, and the financial commitment for students pursuing these careers is intensifying.
The largest Fee Hike is ₹5,95,000
The largest fee hike among minority colleges for the 2024-25 academic year is ₹5,95,000, with fee increases across various MD and MS programs ranging from ₹1,00,000 to ₹5,95,000.
The Integral Institute of Medical Sciences and Research has marked the most significant increase, with the MS Ophthalmology program seeing this peak hike.
New Fee Structure of minority medical college:
Teererthanker Mahave University, Moradabad (Jain Minority)
| Program | Old Fee (₹) | New Fee (₹) | Fee Hike (₹) |
| Psychiatry | 21,60,000 | 23,40,000 | 1,80,000 |
| Anesthesia | 18,00,000 | 19,80,000 | 1,80,000 |
| MS Obstetrics & Gynecology | 33,30,000 | 35,10,000 | 1,80,000 |
F.H. Medical College & Hospital, Agra (Muslim Minority)
| Program | Old Fee (₹) | New Fee (₹) | Fee Hike (₹) |
| Orthopaedics | 38,50,000 | 39,50,000 | 1,00,000 |
| General Surgery | 27,50,000 | 33,00,000 | 5,50,000 |
| Psychiatry | 22,50,000 | 24,00,000 | 1,50,000 |
| Ophthalmology | 31,50,000 | 32,50,000 | 1,00,000 |
Career Institute of Medical Sciences (Muslim Minority)
| Program | Old Fee (₹) | New Fee (₹) | Fee Hike (₹) |
| General Surgery | 34,90,000 | 36,90,000 | 2,00,000 |
| Psychiatry | 24,90,000 | 26,90,000 | 2,00,000 |
| Dermatology | 38,90,000 | 39,90,000 | 1,00,000 |
| Pediatrics | 33,90,000 | 35,40,000 | 2,00,000 |
Era University (Muslim Minority)
| Program | Old Fee (₹) | New Fee (₹) | Fee Hike (₹) |
| Anesthesia | 17,95,000 | 21,50,000 | 3,55,000 |
| ENT | 19,00,000 | 22,90,000 | 3,90,000 |
Integral Institute of Medical Sciences & Research (Muslim Minority)
| Program | Old Fee (₹) | New Fee (₹) | Fee Hike (₹) |
| Pediatrics | 35,00,000 | 38,95,000 | 3,95,000 |
| Dermatology | 39,80,000 | 41,95,000 | 2,15,000 |
| General Surgery | 30,00,000 | 34,95,000 | 4,95,000 |
| MS Ophthalmology | 30,00,000 | 35,95,000 | 5,95,000 |
| Orthopaedics | - | - | 3,95,000 |
| Radiology | 39,50,000 | 41,95,000 | 2,45,000 |
| Anesthesia | - | - | 1,00,000 |
| MS ENT | - | - | 2,00,000 |
NEET PG Minority Colleges Fee hike
- Integral Institute of Medical Sciences and Research: With fee hikes reaching up to ₹5,95,000 in some programs, this college has recorded the most substantial increases. MD/MS programs in Orthopaedics, Radiology, Dermatology, and ENT have also seen major adjustments, emphasizing a considerable rise in cost for prospective students.
- Teerthanker Mahaveer University (Jain Minority): The fee increase ranges from ₹1,80,000 across various programs, affecting specialties like Psychiatry, Anesthesia, and Obstetrics & Gynecology. This relatively moderate hike reflects the rising demand for these programs.
- Era University and F.H. Medical College: With fee hikes of up to ₹3,90,000, these institutions have seen significant adjustments, particularly in high-demand areas such as General Surgery and Orthopaedics.
Impact on Students and Families
This Minority Colleges Fee hike could lead to increased financial pressure on students and their families, especially those from middle-income backgrounds. For many aspiring medical professionals, the high cost of education can lead to financial burdens, including large educational loans.
The elevated fees may also impact the choice of specialization for students, pushing them toward programs with relatively lower costs rather than those aligned with their interests or career aspirations.
Powered by Froala Editor
