JAMMU : In a major good news for medical students of Jammu and Kashmir, the J&K Government has enhanced the monthly stipend for MBBS/BDS Interns, including Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs).
According to the Government Order No: *747-JK(HME) of 2026 Dated: 21-10-2026* issued by the Health and Medical Education Department, Civil Secretariat, J&K, sanction is hereby accorded to the enhancement of the monthly stipend.
*Key Details of the Order:*
- *Enhanced Stipend:* Monthly stipend payable to MBBS/BDS interns, including Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs), in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been enhanced *from Rs. 12,300/- to Rs. 25,000/- per month.*
- *Effective Date:* The enhanced stipend will be applicable *with effect from 01.10.2026.*
The copy of the order has been sent to Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary), Finance Department, All Principals of Government Medical Colleges in UT of J&K, Principal Government Dental College Srinagar/Jammu, Director Health Services Kashmir/Jammu and others for information and necessary action.
The move has been widely welcomed by MBBS/BDS interns and FMGs across J&K who had been demanding hike in stipend for a long time. With this decision, the stipend has been more than doubled.
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