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Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), Jaipur is a government health sciences university established in 2005 under The Rajasthan University of Health Sciences Act, 2005. It is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). RUHS functions as the affiliating authority for all medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and paramedical colleges in Rajasthan, and also serves as the state counselling authority for NEET UG and NEET PG admissions across health sciences programmes.
RUHS Jaipur participates in NIRF reporting and submits data annually; a specific confirmed band position is not available for the current cycle.
The RUHS administrative campus and its constituent colleges are located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The university operates through six faculties: Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, and Paramedical Sciences. It affiliates 100+ colleges across Rajasthan and also runs its own constituent institutions: RUHS College of Medical Sciences (CMS) and RUHS College of Dental Sciences (CDS).
- MBBS — 5.5 years (4.5 years course + 1 year compulsory rotating internship); government quota fees INR 5.37 Lakhs
- BDS — 5 years (4 years course + 1 year internship); government quota fees INR 6.00 Lakhs
- B.Sc Nursing — 4 years; INR 2.00 Lakhs
- B.Pharm — 4 years; INR 3.10 Lakhs
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) — 4 years; INR 3.70 Lakhs
- Paramedical UG courses (BASLP, B.Optom, B.Sc MLT, Ophthalmic, Radiation Technology) — 3 to 4 years; INR 68,000 to INR 1.04 Lakhs
- MD/MS — 3 years; INR 58,200 (government stipend structure)
- MDS — 3 years; INR 19.50 Lakhs (private dental college fee)
- M.Pharm — 2 years; INR 1.82 Lakhs
- MPH — 2 years; INR 3.00 Lakhs
- Ph.D. — across all medical and health science disciplines; INR 1.63 Lakhs
Government quota MBBS fees at RUHS-affiliated government medical colleges are among the lowest in the country at INR 5.37 Lakhs for the full programme. NEET-based admission governs all medical and dental seats.
Scholarships for health sciences students include state government SC/ST/OBC fee waivers and National Scholarship Portal schemes.
Medical graduates pursue career pathways through NEET PG for MD/MS, government bonded service, and private practice. Government MD/MS residents receive monthly stipends of approximately INR 60,000 to 80,000 per month.
RUHS Admission Dates 2026
RUHS Jaipur administers NEET UG counselling for all government and private MBBS and BDS seats in Rajasthan, and NEET PG counselling for MD/MS/MDS and PG Diploma seats. The 2026-27 session for MBBS and BDS is driven by NEET UG 2026 scores.
| Event | Details (2026-27 Session) |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 | Conducted by NTA; results declared June 2026 |
| RUHS NEET UG Counselling Registration | Opens after NEET UG result; July to August 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026; based on NEET rank, category, and college choices |
| Round 2 and Mop-Up Allotment | September 2026 (ongoing for remaining seats) |
| NEET PG Counselling (MD/MS/MDS) | Based on NEET PG 2026 scores; registration and allotment ongoing |
| Paramedical and Nursing Counselling (RUHS) | RUHS-administered; merit-based; typically July to August 2026 |
The table below outlines programme families and the governing admission exam for RUHS-affiliated colleges and constituent colleges in the 2026-27 cycle.
| Programme | Governing Exam | Counselling Authority |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS and BDS | NEET UG | RUHS (Rajasthan state counselling) |
| MD and MS | NEET PG | RUHS PG Counselling |
| MDS | NEET PG (Dental) | RUHS PG Counselling |
| DM and M.Ch | NEET SS | MCC / State authority |
| B.Sc Nursing and BPT | NEET UG score or RUHS merit | RUHS |
| B.Pharm | JEE Main / merit | RUHS or direct |
| Paramedical (BASLP, B.Optom, MLT, Radiation) | RUHS merit list (Class 12 PCB/PCM) | RUHS |
| M.Pharm and MPH | GPAT or merit | RUHS PG |
| Ph.D. | RUHS Ph.D. Entrance Test | RUHS |
RUHS Courses and Fees
RUHS Jaipur offers programmes across six health science faculties, from paramedical UG diplomas to doctoral-level super-speciality programmes. Fees vary between government quota and private institution quota. The table below reflects government quota fees as applicable.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Fees (Government Quota) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 5.5 years | 10+2 PCB with 50% (40% for reserved) and NEET UG | INR 5.37 Lakhs |
| BDS | 5 years | 10+2 PCB with 50% (40% for reserved) and NEET UG | INR 6.00 Lakhs |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | 10+2 PCB with 45% | INR 2.00 Lakhs |
| B.Pharm | 4 years | 10+2 PCM or PCB with 45% | INR 3.10 Lakhs |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) | 4.5 years (with internship) | 10+2 PCB with 45% | INR 3.70 Lakhs |
| BASLP | 4 years | 10+2 PCB with 45% | INR 68,000 |
| B.Optom and B.Sc (MLT, Radiation, Ophthalmic) | 3 years | 10+2 PCB or PCM with 45% | INR 68,000 to INR 1.04 Lakhs |
| MD and MS (various specialities) | 3 years | MBBS with NEET PG | INR 58,200 (government stipend structure) |
| MDS (private dental college) | 3 years | BDS with NEET PG (Dental) | INR 19.50 Lakhs |
| DM (Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology) | 3 years | MD in relevant speciality and NEET SS | INR 62,560 |
| M.Ch (Cardiothoracic, Neuro, Paediatric, Plastic, Urology) | 3 years | MS in relevant speciality and NEET SS | INR 93,840 |
| M.Pharm (6 specialisations) | 2 years | B.Pharm with 55% | INR 1.82 Lakhs |
| MPH | 2 years | Graduation in health sciences or allied fields | INR 3.00 Lakhs |
| Ph.D. (all health science disciplines) | 3 to 5 years | PG degree in relevant subject with 55% | INR 1.63 Lakhs |
Government quota MBBS and MD/MS fees at RUHS-affiliated government colleges in Rajasthan are among the lowest regulated rates in the country. Private medical and dental college fees under the management quota are significantly higher and regulated separately by the Rajasthan Fee Regulatory Committee.
RUHS Admission Process
RUHS Jaipur acts as the nodal state counselling authority for health sciences admissions in Rajasthan. All MBBS, BDS, and most paramedical admissions flow through the RUHS counselling system.
MBBS and BDS Admission
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB); minimum 50% for General/OBC, 40% for SC/ST; minimum age 17 years at the time of admission
- Exam: NEET UG (conducted by NTA)
- NEET UG cutoff: For RUHS CMS (government medical college), the NEET UG closing rank for General Category has historically hovered around 50,000 to 80,000 for state quota seats
- Counselling stages: NEET UG result, RUHS registration and document upload, choice filling and locking, Round 1 seat allotment, reporting at allotted college, upgrade rounds
MD, MS, and MDS Admission
- Eligibility: MBBS or BDS degree with one year compulsory rotating internship completion
- Exam: NEET PG (for MD/MS) and NEET PG Dental (for MDS)
- Counselling: RUHS conducts state-level PG counselling; institutional preference, category, and NEET PG rank determine allotment
B.Sc Nursing, BPT, and Paramedical Programmes
B.Sc Nursing, BPT, BASLP, B.Optom, and B.Sc MLT admissions are conducted by RUHS on the basis of NEET UG scores or Class 12 PCB merit (depending on the programme). Registration is through the RUHS counselling portal. Eligibility requires 10+2 with PCB and a minimum 45% aggregate.
B.Pharm and M.Pharm Admission
B.Pharm admissions follow Class 12 merit with PCM or PCB background and 45% minimum aggregate. M.Pharm requires a B.Pharm degree with 55% and a valid GPAT score, though merit-based admissions are also available at affiliated pharmacy colleges.
RUHS Placements and Career Outcomes
RUHS Jaipur does not conduct conventional campus placements. Medical and health science graduates pursue structured career pathways through postgraduate entrance examinations, government bonded service, and private practice. The primary progression post-MBBS is NEET PG for MD/MS specialisation.
| Career Stage / Pathway | Typical Compensation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS Compulsory Rotating Internship | INR 15,000 to 22,000 per month (stipend) | Mandatory 1-year internship post-MBBS |
| Government Rural Service Bond (Rajasthan) | INR 50,000 to 70,000 per month | Compulsory rural posting for government quota MBBS graduates in Rajasthan; penalty for default |
| MD/MS Residency (Government) | INR 60,000 to 80,000 per month (stipend) | 3-year PG residency at government medical college |
| Private Practice / Hospital Employment (post-MBBS) | INR 8 to 15 LPA (starting) | Varies by specialisation and location |
| BDS Career Pathway | INR 4 to 8 LPA (private clinic or employment) | MDS through NEET PG preferred for super-specialisation |
| B.Sc Nursing | INR 3 to 6 LPA | Government nursing employment via state PSC or AIIMS/hospital direct |
RUHS Scholarships
RUHS-affiliated college students are eligible for central and state scholarship schemes available through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and the Rajasthan government scholarship portals. Scholarships are credited based on income and category criteria.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan State Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | Reserved category students; family income ceiling as per state norms | Tuition fee waiver and annual maintenance grant per state schedule |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST students; family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs | Fee and maintenance as per category schedule |
| PM-USP (Minority) | Minority students with 50% in qualifying exam and income below INR 2 Lakhs | INR 3,000 to 5,000 per month for health science programmes |
| RUHS Merit Scholarship | Top-ranking MBBS and BDS students in university examinations | One-time cash award as per university notification |
| INSPIRE Fellowship (for M.Sc students) | Top 1% students in Class 12 board examinations pursuing health sciences | INR 80,000 per annum (DST) |
Scholarship applications must be submitted through the official NSP or Rajasthan state scholarship portals at the beginning of the academic session. Government quota MBBS students who are eligible for SC/ST scholarships have their tuition fees effectively waived in most government colleges in Rajasthan.
RUHS Campus and Infrastructure
RUHS Jaipur operates its administrative headquarters and constituent colleges in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The RUHS College of Medical Sciences (CMS) and RUHS College of Dental Sciences (CDS) are the constituent teaching colleges run directly by the university, each with attached hospital facilities for clinical training.
The RUHS administrative campus supports the university’s examination, affiliation, and counselling functions, along with a central library, research cells, and academic departments. The university publishes the RUHS Journal of Health Sciences and maintains an Academic Research Development Unit for research coordination across affiliated institutions.
Affiliated medical colleges across Rajasthan maintain their own campus infrastructure, hospital beds, and hostel facilities. RUHS sets minimum statutory requirements for infrastructure (hospital beds, lab equipment, clinical departments) as part of its affiliation conditions as mandated by the National Medical Commission.
RUHS vs MUHS vs KUHS
Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), and Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) are three state health sciences universities serving as affiliating and counselling authorities for medical and health science programmes in their respective states. Aspirants qualifying NEET and applying to health science colleges in these states come under these respective universities.
| Parameter | RUHS Jaipur | MUHS Nashik | KUHS Thrissur |
|---|---|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan | Maharashtra | Kerala |
| Established | 2005 | 1998 | 2010 |
| Type | Government Health Sciences University | Government Health Sciences University | Government Health Sciences University |
| Governing Exam (MBBS) | NEET UG; RUHS counselling | NEET UG; CET Cell Maharashtra counselling | NEET UG; CEE Kerala counselling |
| MBBS Govt Quota Fees | INR 5.37 Lakhs (indicative) | INR 4 to 6 Lakhs (indicative) | INR 5 to 7 Lakhs (indicative) |
| Key Strength | Rajasthan NEET UG/PG centralised counselling | Largest health science university in India by affiliated colleges | Strong research focus; high NIRF ranking |
RUHS governs NEET-based medical admissions across all of Rajasthan, giving it a significant footprint in one of India’s largest states by geography. MUHS is the largest health sciences university in India by number of affiliated colleges. KUHS serves a smaller state but is known for rigorous examination standards and high PG success rates. Aspirants choosing between these jurisdictions are typically driven by state domicile, college availability, and NEET rank rather than a direct comparison of the universities themselves.
RUHS FAQs
Ques. What is RUHS Jaipur and what does it do?
Ans. Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), Jaipur is a government health sciences university established in 2005. It serves as the affiliating authority for all medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and paramedical colleges in Rajasthan, and also administers NEET UG and NEET PG counselling for seat allotment in the state. It has two constituent colleges: RUHS College of Medical Sciences and RUHS College of Dental Sciences.
Ques. Is RUHS Jaipur a government or private university?
Ans. RUHS Jaipur is a government state university, established under a state act. Admission to MBBS, BDS, and other government quota seats is at heavily subsidised government-regulated fees.
Ques. What is the MBBS fee at RUHS Jaipur?
Ans. The total MBBS fee for the government quota at RUHS-affiliated government medical colleges in Rajasthan is approximately INR 5.37 Lakhs for the 4.5-year programme (excluding internship). Private college management quota fees are significantly higher and regulated by the Rajasthan Fee Regulatory Committee.
Ques. How is MBBS admission done through RUHS?
Ans. MBBS admission is based on NEET UG score. After NEET UG results are declared, eligible candidates register for Rajasthan NEET UG counselling conducted by RUHS. The process includes online registration, choice filling and locking, seat allotment (Round 1 and Round 2), reporting at the allotted college, and admission confirmation. The closing NEET rank for government MBBS seats at RUHS CMS varies by category and year.
Ques. Does RUHS have a government rural service bond?
Ans. Yes, Rajasthan state government imposes a rural service bond obligation on government quota MBBS graduates. Graduates are required to serve in rural or underserved areas of Rajasthan for a defined period post-MBBS. Failure to complete the bond period may attract a financial penalty as per prevailing state rules. Candidates should verify the current bond terms before accepting government quota seats.
Ques. What is the NEET UG cutoff for RUHS College of Medical Sciences?
Ans. The NEET UG closing rank for General Category candidates seeking MBBS seats at RUHS College of Medical Sciences (government constituent college) has historically ranged between 50,000 and 80,000 for Rajasthan state quota seats. Closing ranks vary significantly by category (SC/ST/OBC have lower cutoffs) and change each year based on NEET UG difficulty and number of applicants.
Ques. Can students from other states apply through RUHS counselling?
Ans. Rajasthan state quota MBBS and BDS seats through RUHS counselling are reserved for Rajasthan domicile candidates. All India Quota (AIQ) seats are filled through the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at the central level and are open to candidates from all states based on NEET rank.
Ques. What MD and MS specialities are available through RUHS?
Ans. RUHS offers MD in 17 specialities including General Medicine, Paediatrics, Pathology, Radiodiagnosis, Psychiatry, Community Medicine, Anaesthesia, Pharmacology, and others. MS is available in General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Super-speciality DM and M.Ch seats are available in Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Neuro Surgery, and related disciplines through NEET SS.
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Yes, the Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) offers scholarships to students belonging to the Other Backward Classes (OBC). These scholarships are provided through government schemes such as the Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, which is administered by the state's Social Justice and Empowerment Department. The scholarship covers tuition fees, maintenance allowances, and other academic expenses. To apply, eligible students must submit their applications through the official Rajasthan government scholarship portal: services.india.gov.in
The Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) has not officially announced the availability of vacant seats for the M.Sc. Nursing program for the 2025-26 academic session. The third round of counseling for various nursing courses, including M.Sc. Nursing, is scheduled to conclude on October 28, 2025.
RUHS Courses are offered at UG, PG, Doctorate level. There are 112 courses offered at RUHS. The courses are offered disciplines like Medical, Pharmacy, Paramedical, Science. RUHS courses includes B.P.T, M.Sc, D.Pharm, B.Sc, B.Sc (Nursing), B Pharma, Ph.D, BDS, MPH, MBBS. Popular courses at RUHS are B.P.T, M.Sc, D.Pharm.
The application window for RUHS CUET-based admissions closed on May 6, 2025, which included B.Sc Nursing, BPT, B.Pharm, and paramedical courses. The online application for RUHS PG programmes ran from July 1 to July 7, 2025, with both fee payment and form submission due by July 7, 2025 (until 11:55 PM)
At Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), admission without an entrance exam is not allowed for most medical and paramedical courses. Programs like MBBS, BSc Nursing, and GNM require NEET or state-level entrance exams. Some allied health courses may allow merit-based admission, subject to RUHS guidelines.
Admission at Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) begins between June and August each year, depending on the course. Applications for medical, dental, pharmacy, and nursing programs are released after entrance exam results like NEET or RUHS entrance tests.
At Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), tuition fees vary by course, but for many UG programs like B.Sc Nursing it is about INR 63,000–INR 84,000 per year. Hostel fees are around INR 28,000–INR 60,000 yearly. Examination and other charges are INR 5,000–INR 15,000 per year, depending on course and university norms.
At Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, B.Pharm scholarships depend on merit (entrance rank), category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), and income. Fees are about INR 70,000–INR 100,000 yearly. Government scholarships may cover 50–100% tuition, reimbursed after admission upon document verification and eligibility approval.
Aspirants seeking admission to 2 Year Full tine Diploma program should have passed in the senior secondary examination (Class XII) of the Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan or any other examination recognized as equivalent thereto in Physics, Chemistry, Biology / Mathematics.
Aspirants seeking admission to 2 Year Full-time M.Sc program should have passed in MBBS (with completion of compulsory internship) / A pass in BDS (with completion of compulsory internship) / A pass in B.V.Sc & AH with 60% marks in the first attempt / A pass in B.Sc (Biology with Chemistry and Zoology) with 60% marks in the first attempt.
Candidates can apply for RUHS Admission by following the below-mentioned steps:
Candidate must have passed in the senior secondary examination (Class XII) of the Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan, or any other examination recognized as equivalent thereto with 50% marks in aggregate of Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics, and English has taken together at the qualifying examination. Admisison is based on the Score/Merit in the RUHS entrance exam.
Candidates can apply for RUHS Admission by following the below-mentioned steps:
RUHS B.Sc. Nursing admissions are expected to begin in June 2024. The RUHS B.Sc. Nursing entrance examination is expected to be conducted in July 2024.
The result for the entrance exam will be released in June 14th 2024 and it hasn’t been released as of now.
Yes, if you’ve completed M.Sc in Chem, then you can either go for M.Phil or Ph.D in chem as per your desire, else you can also go for job opportunities if you can as there are multiple job openings for M.Sc Chemistry students.
Students who are not satisfied with their allotted marks can apply for revaluation. Students, who have a backlog or fewer marks in any subject can apply for result revaluation. Revaluation status will be unveiled by RUHS after a few months of applying. Students will have to keep in touch with the Rajasthan University of Health Sciences official website.
A pass in the 10+2 examination or an equivalent examination (with English, Physics, and Chemistry subjects along with Biology and/or Mathematics in the 10+2 examination or an equivalent examination). As per the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) notification, candidates from open schools (with the above-mentioned subjects) are also eligible for admission to D.Pharm courses. The date has not been specified.
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