IPU Declares ₹15–20 Lakh Penalty Under Delhi Bond Policy for MBBS, PG

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU) introduces hefty ₹15 lakh and ₹20 lakh penalties for MBBS and PG bond defaulters under the Delhi Bond Service Policy. Learn who it affects and how to avoid the fine. For trusted updates, follow Only Education News.

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU), Delhi, has officially notified the implementation of the Delhi Bond Service Policy 2025, making it mandatory for MBBS and PG medical graduates to serve in designated government healthcare facilities for a specified term. As part of this initiative, defaulters who skip the mandatory bond service period will now face penalties of ₹15 lakh for MBBS graduates and ₹20 lakh for PG/SS candidates.

The move is aimed at addressing the shortage of doctors in Delhi government hospitals, especially in underserved and rural areas. The notification is in accordance with directives issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Delhi, and will apply to all IPU medical colleges from the current academic session.

To read the official notification, visit https://ipu.ac.in.

Key Points of Delhi Bond Service Policy 2025 for IPU Students

All students admitted to MBBS and postgraduate (PG/SS) medical courses under state quota in IPU-affiliated institutions will be bound by a compulsory bond service agreement.

The bond period:

• 2 years for MBBS graduates
• 1 year for PG and SS candidates

Candidates who refuse or fail to serve after completing their degrees must pay:

• ₹15 lakh penalty for MBBS bond breach
• ₹20 lakh penalty for PG/SS bond breach

The policy covers all colleges affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, including the prestigious Dr. BSA Medical College, ACMS, and NDMC Medical College.

This policy is enforceable from the academic session 2024–25 onwards and applies retrospectively to students already enrolled under Delhi state quota seats.

Who Will Be Affected and What Students Must Know

• The bond is applicable only to students admitted under Delhi government state quota in both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Those who resign mid-course, refuse to join government hospitals after internship, or skip the service period post PG will be liable to pay the specified penalty.
• The notification clarifies that the service will be in government hospitals, and postings will be assigned based on availability and public health needs.
• Students seeking NOC for higher studies or foreign opportunities must first fulfill the bond obligation.
• Colleges are instructed to collect affidavits and bond agreements from students at the time of admission.

Policy Objectives and State-Level Implications

The policy aims to strengthen the public healthcare infrastructure in Delhi by ensuring that qualified doctors give back through public service.

The shortage of doctors, especially in primary health centers (PHCs), community health centers (CHCs), and maternity facilities in urban and rural Delhi, is a persistent concern.

By enforcing financial penalties, the Delhi government hopes to:

• Discourage students from abandoning their service obligations
• Encourage long-term retention of trained doctors in public facilities
• Improve access to quality care for underserved populations

This aligns with similar service bond policies implemented in states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu.

Conclusion

The Delhi Bond Service Policy 2025, now formally enforced by IPU, is a strong step toward balancing private medical education benefits with public service responsibility. Medical students must carefully assess the terms before admission and plan their future accordingly. The ₹15–20 lakh penalties for non-compliance underline the state’s serious intent to bridge healthcare delivery gaps.

For further details and official documents, visit https://ipu.ac.in.
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