Medical trainees in Uttarakhand and Bihar are set to receive improved financial support after the two state governments approved separate increases in stipends for interns and postgraduate medical students.

Uttarakhand has revised the monthly allowance for MBBS interns, while Bihar has increased payments for students pursuing postgraduate medical education. The changes cover different stages of medical training and are expected to provide additional financial assistance to doctors working in clinical settings.

Uttarakhand Raises MBBS Internship Stipend

The Uttarakhand government has increased the monthly stipend for MBBS interns at its government medical colleges from Rs 17,000 to Rs 25,000.

The revision amounts to an increase of Rs 8,000 per month. The decision was approved by the state Cabinet during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.

The revised stipend will benefit interns training at five government medical colleges in the state. These institutions are located in:

• Srinagar
• Haldwani
• Dehradun
• Haridwar
• Almora

The colleges provide MBBS education as well as postgraduate medical programmes, giving students opportunities to gain practical experience in hospital and clinical environments.

Bihar Revises PG Medical Stipends

Bihar has announced a separate increase in monthly stipends for postgraduate medical students. The revised rates apply from January 1, 2026 and cover all three years of postgraduate training.

The Bihar Health Department announced the revision on September 11. The increase is aimed at providing stronger financial assistance to postgraduate students and supporting the state's medical workforce.

What the Two Decisions Mean for Medical Trainees

Although Uttarakhand and Bihar have revised stipends for different categories of medical trainees, both decisions increase financial support during demanding phases of clinical education.

MBBS interns undertake hospital-based practical training and participate in patient-care activities. Postgraduate residents, meanwhile, take on substantial clinical responsibilities while working under the supervision of experienced medical professionals.

Medical stipends have remained an important issue for trainees across India. Differences in payments between states, long working schedules and the financial demands associated with medical education have contributed to concerns about adequate support during internship and residency.

The latest revisions in Uttarakhand and Bihar provide additional financial assistance at two significant stages of a medical career. Uttarakhand interns will receive Rs 8,000 more each month, while postgraduate students in Bihar will benefit from higher stipends throughout all three years of their training.