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Education loan for Armed Force Medical College

Fees, programmes, a worked EMI example and how to get a collateral-free PM Vidyalaxmi loan for Armed Force Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra.

See the EMI example
Interest rate
8.20%
Category
Uttam
Established
1948

No collateral under the scheme

Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh, through FundMyCampus

No processing fees under the scheme

A parent or guardian as co-borrower

Written by Deepak Agrawal, Founder & CEO, FundMyCampus · MBA, IIM BangaloreReviewed by Ashmita Agarwal, Director, FundMyCampusUpdated on

Armed Force Medical College education loan at a glance

Armed Force Medical College is on the PM Vidyalaxmi list in the Uttam category, so a public sector bank can fund your course at about 8.20%, with no collateral and no guarantor under the scheme.

PM Vidyalaxmi category
Uttam (one of three bands on the government list)
Interest rate
8.20% a year, floating, at public sector banks
Collateral
None under the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme
Guarantor
None under the scheme. A parent or guardian joins as co-borrower
Margin
None on loans up to ₹4 Lakh. Above that you pay 5% of the cost and the bank lends the rest
Interest subsidy
Based on family income, on loans up to ₹10 Lakh: all the interest during study and the grace year up to ₹4.5 Lakh, 3% of it up to ₹8 Lakh
Processing fee
No processing or upfront charges under the scheme
Sanction through FundMyCampus
Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh at PM Vidyalaxmi colleges

Rates are PNB's PM Vidyalaxmi rates for each category. They change with the RBI repo rate, other banks may differ, and the lender sets the final rate.

The institute

About Armed Force Medical College

Armed Forces Medical College in Pune was set up in 1948 and trains doctors for the Armed Forces Medical Services. In 2026 it selects 150 MBBS cadets, 145 of them Indian (115 men and 30 women) and five sponsored by friendly foreign countries.

Established
1948
Status
Armed Forces Medical Services college, affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
Affiliated to
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik
Location
Pune, Maharashtra
AISHE code
C-13844

Courses

Programmes at Armed Force Medical College

UG UG programmes

ProgrammeDurationSeats
MBBS (Indian candidates)5.5 years with internship145

Source: AFMC MBBS admission brochure 2026

Getting in

Admission and eligibility at Armed Force Medical College

MBBS

NEET-UG 2026 score and registration on the MCC website, then AFMC's own screening. Up to 10 of the 145 seats go to SC and ST candidates.

Source: AFMC MBBS admission brochure 2026

Finance your course fee

A PM Vidyalaxmi loan can cover the fee at Armed Force Medical College, less a 5% margin above ₹4 Lakh, with no collateral and no processing fees under the scheme. Through FundMyCampus, digital sanction takes 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh.

Try your own numbers

EMI calculator for Armed Force Medical College

Set to the Uttam rate of 8.20%. Change any number to see your EMI.

Loan details

₹1 Lakh₹1.5 Crore
6%16%
1 year15 years
None6 years
Interest during the moratorium

Your EMI breakdown

Monthly EMI after the moratorium

₹13,638

for 180 months

₹4.1 Lakh of interest builds up during the moratorium and is added to your loan, so EMIs start on ₹14.1 Lakh.
Loan amount
₹10,00,000
Total interest
₹14,54,839
Total amount you repay
₹24,54,839

Indicative estimate. Assumes the full amount is disbursed upfront and simple interest during the moratorium, as most Indian lenders charge. Your lender's sanction letter is final.

Living and support

Hostel, scholarships and life at Armed Force Medical College

Scholarships

  • •Cadets get hostel accommodation, free treatment in service hospitals and a book and equipment allowance of ₹6,000 a year.
  • •Parents or guardians sign a bond of ₹71 lakh at admission, payable if the cadet withdraws more than 7 days after joining.
  • •Graduates must serve at least 7 years in the Armed Forces Medical Services.

These come on top of the PM Vidyalaxmi interest subsidy.

Source: AFMC MBBS admission brochure 2026

PM Vidyalaxmi

PM Vidyalaxmi benefits for Armed Force Medical College students

PM Vidyalaxmi is the government's education loan scheme for 1,441 top-ranked institutions. Here is what it means for a student at Armed Force Medical College. How the scheme works

  • No collateral

    Under the scheme, banks ask for no collateral security, so there is nothing to mortgage.

  • No guarantor

    No third-party guarantor is needed under the scheme. A parent or guardian joins as co-borrower.

  • No processing fees

    No processing or upfront charges under the scheme. Banks may still charge small portal enrolment and account fees.

  • Lower rate for Uttam colleges

    Armed Force Medical College is in the Uttam band, so public sector banks lend at about 8.20%.

  • 3% interest subsidy

    For family income up to ₹8 Lakh, the government pays 3% of the interest during study and the grace year, on loans up to ₹10 Lakh.

  • Full interest cover for lower incomes

    For family income up to ₹4.5 Lakh, the central CSIS scheme pays all the interest during the moratorium on technical and professional courses, on loans up to ₹10 Lakh.

  • Up to 15 years to repay

    Repayment starts a year after the course ends, and can run for up to 15 years.

  • Interest only on what is paid out

    The bank pays the college as each fee falls due, and interest runs only on the amount paid out so far.

  • Small margin

    Nothing to pay upfront on loans up to ₹4 Lakh. Above that you pay 5% of the cost and the bank lends the rest.

  • No foreclosure or prepayment charges

    Under RBI rules, banks cannot charge for closing or prepaying floating-rate loans to individuals.

Interest subsidy by family income

Family income a yearWhat the government paysScheme
Up to ₹4.5 LakhAll the interest during the course and the grace year, on loans up to ₹10 LakhCSIS scheme, for technical and professional courses
Up to ₹8 Lakh3% of the interest during the course and the grace year, on loans up to ₹10 LakhPM Vidyalaxmi, for up to 1,00,000 new students a year
Above ₹8 LakhNo subsidy. You still get the loan, and banks can cut the rate by up to 1% if you pay interest during the coursePM Vidyalaxmi

Sources: PM Vidyalaxmi portal and CSIS scheme on myScheme (Government of India)

Sources: PM Vidyalaxmi portal, Bank of Maharashtra PM-Vidyalaxmi loan terms, RBI (Pre-payment Charges on Loans) Directions, 2025

Paperwork

Documents you need

Keep these ready before you apply. FundMyCampus checks them for you before anything goes to the bank.

Student and admission

  • Class 10 marksheet
  • Class 12 (or last qualifying exam / diploma) marksheet
  • Proof of admission to the course
  • Schedule of expenses from Armed Force Medical College
  • Family income proof from a competent authority
  • Photographs of the student and parent

Parent co-borrower

  • PAN and Aadhaar of the student and the parent co-borrower
  • Parent's income proof: ITR, Form 16 or salary slips
  • Last 6 months' bank statements of the parent
  • Passport-size photographs

How it works

Your loan journey with FundMyCampus

  1. 1

    Talk to a counsellor

    Share your course and fee details. The call is free.

  2. 2

    Upload your documents

    Send them online. We check every page so nothing bounces back from the bank.

  3. 3

    We apply on PM Vidyalaxmi

    We file your application on the government portal and pick the public sector bank that suits you.

  4. 4

    Digital sanction

    Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh through FundMyCampus.

  5. 5

    Fees paid to the college

    The bank pays Armed Force Medical College directly, one semester at a time.

  6. 6

    Subsidy and repayment

    We help you claim the interest subsidy. EMIs start a year after the course ends.

Start your application today

Through FundMyCampus: digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh at Armed Force Medical College, with every step handled for you.

Why FundMyCampus

Why apply through FundMyCampus

  • Sanction in 2 days

    Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh at PM Vidyalaxmi colleges like Armed Force Medical College.

  • Free for students

    We don't charge you anything.

  • One counsellor throughout

    The same counsellor stays with you from application to disbursement.

  • Paperwork and portal handled

    We handle the paperwork and your PM Vidyalaxmi portal application.

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FAQs

Armed Force Medical College education loan FAQs

What is the education loan interest rate for Armed Force Medical College?

About 8.20% a year at public sector banks under PM Vidyalaxmi, because Armed Force Medical College is in the Uttam category. The rate is floating and moves with the RBI repo rate. The bank sets the final rate.

Is Armed Force Medical College covered under the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme?

Yes. Armed Force Medical College (AISHE code C-13844) in Pune, Maharashtra is on the PM Vidyalaxmi list in the Uttam category.

Do I need collateral for a Armed Force Medical College education loan?

No. Under the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme, banks ask for no collateral security.

Does the loan cover the whole fee?

Almost. There is no margin on loans up to ₹4 Lakh. Above that you pay 5% of the cost yourself, and the bank lends the rest. Scholarships can count towards the margin.

Is there a processing fee?

No processing or upfront charges under the scheme. Banks may charge small portal enrolment and account fees, for example ₹100 plus GST to enrol at Bank of Maharashtra.

Do I need a guarantor or co-applicant?

No third-party guarantor is needed under the scheme. A parent or guardian joins the loan as co-borrower.

Can I get the PM Vidyalaxmi interest subsidy at Armed Force Medical College?

It depends on family income. Up to ₹4.5 Lakh, the CSIS scheme pays all the interest during the course and grace year for technical and professional courses. Up to ₹8 Lakh, PM Vidyalaxmi pays 3% of the interest in that period on loans up to ₹10 Lakh, for up to 1,00,000 new students a year with government institutions first in line. Above ₹8 Lakh there is no subsidy, but you still get the loan, and banks can cut the rate by up to 1% if you pay interest during the course.

When does repayment start?

One year after the course ends. You then have up to 15 years to repay in monthly EMIs.

Is interest charged on the full loan from the first day?

No. The bank pays the college as each fee falls due, and interest runs only on the amount paid out so far.

Can I repay the loan early?

Yes, with no charge. Under RBI rules, banks cannot charge for prepaying or closing floating-rate loans to individuals.

Does the loan cover hostel and mess?

Yes. Banks fund the fees on Armed Force Medical College's fee sheet, including hostel, and can add mess, books and a laptop.

How long does sanction take through FundMyCampus?

Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh at PM Vidyalaxmi colleges, once your documents are complete.

Which documents do I need?

Class 10 and 12 marksheets, proof of admission, the college fee schedule, family income proof, and PAN, Aadhaar and photographs of the student and parent.

How do I get admission to Armed Force Medical College?

MBBS: NEET-UG 2026 score and registration on the MCC website, then AFMC's own screening. Up to 10 of the 145 seats go to SC and ST candidates.

Is Armed Force Medical College a government health sciences college?

Armed Force Medical College is an armed Forces Medical Services college, affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences.

Which scholarships can I combine with the loan at Armed Force Medical College?

Cadets get hostel accommodation, free treatment in service hospitals and a book and equipment allowance of ₹6,000 a year. Parents or guardians sign a bond of ₹71 lakh at admission, payable if the cadet withdraws more than 7 days after joining. Graduates must serve at least 7 years in the Armed Forces Medical Services.

Figures on this page were checked on 4 Nov 2026 against the sources linked in each section.

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