Maharashtra MBBS interns demand Rs 30,000 monthly stipend, warn of strike from November 2

The Association of State Medical Interns Maharashtra (ASMI) has demanded an increase in the monthly stipend for MBBS interns from Rs 18,000 to Rs 30,000, along with a 3% annual hike and a review of allowances. In a press release dated October 21, 2026, the association warned that MBBS interns across Maharashtra could launch a statewide strike from November 2 if the government fails to address their demands.

ASMI said it had announced a protest for October 22, 2026, to press for an increase in the stipend and other financial benefits. The association has asked the state government to provide a satisfactory response by November 2 and issue a written assurance on the proposed revision.

The association said it had submitted several representations to the authorities regarding its demands. It has also called for a review of allowances to account for rising food, accommodation, travel and other essential expenses.

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Maharashtra MBBS interns' stipend hike demands

ASMI has listed five key demands in its press release:

• Monthly stipend hike: Increase the stipend from Rs 18,000 to Rs 30,000.
• Annual increase: Introduce a 3% annual hike in the stipend.
• Allowances: Review allowances in view of rising living expenses.
• Workload considerations: Take into account the clinical responsibilities and workload of intern doctors.
• Written assurance: Provide a written commitment on the stipend revision.

The association said the current monthly stipend of Rs 18,000 was lower than the amounts paid to medical interns in several other states.

Maharashtra MBBS intern stipend compared with other states

According to figures cited by ASMI in its press release, medical interns in several other states receive higher monthly stipends.

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ASMI has urged the Maharashtra government to review the stipend in view of rising living costs and the clinical duties performed by interns during their training.

The association has set November 1, 2026, as the deadline for the government to provide a satisfactory response. If its demands remain unresolved, MBBS interns across Maharashtra will begin a statewide strike on November 2, according to the press release.