Medical Stipend Increased: Telangana Government Announces Hike for Medical Students
Hyderabad, 30 June – (www.deccanlive.com): The Telangana government has given good news to medical students. The government has officially announced a big increase in stipends for students studying UG and PG medical courses in the state.
The medical stipend has been raised by around 15%, and an official order (GO) has been issued by the Health Department. The increased stipend will be given to House Surgeons, PG (Postgraduate Degree and Diploma) students, Super-specialty medical and dental trainees, and Senior Residents.
The new stipend rates will be applicable from January 1, 2025.
Here are the updated stipend details:
House Surgeons (Medical/Dental):
- Old: ₹25,906 → New: ₹29,792 per month
PG Degree (Medical):
- 1st Year: ₹67,032
- 2nd Year: ₹70,757
- 3rd Year: ₹74,482
PG Diploma:
- 1st Year: ₹67,032
- 2nd Year: ₹70,757
Super-Specialty (Medical):
- 1st Year: ₹1,06,461
- 2nd Year: ₹1,11,785
- 3rd Year: ₹1,17,103
Super-Specialty (Dental – MDS):
- 1st Year: ₹67,032
- 2nd Year: ₹70,757
- 3rd Year: ₹74,482
Senior Residents:
- New Stipend: ₹1,06,461
This decision will benefit MBBS, Dental (BDS), MDS, and super-specialty doctors studying in government medical colleges.
