"What's JSMU house job really like?" JSMU requires 1 year of mandatory house job after MBBS graduation. Unlike DUHS/KMU (Lahore), JSMU house jobs split between 3 major Karachi teaching hospitals: JPMC (largest), CMH (military), and Ziauddin Hospital. This guide covers the complete process, hospitals, salary reality, and what to expect.
📋 JSMU House Job Basics
- Duration: 12 months mandatory
- When: July 1 → June 30 (following graduation)
- Main Hospitals: JPMC (Jinnah Postgrad Medical Centre), CMH Karachi, Ziauddin Hospital
- Salary: PKR 25,000-40,000/month (government hospitals)
- Postings: 3-4 rotations (3 months each)
- Requirement: Must complete before PMDC registration
⏱️ JSMU House Job Timeline
| When | Event | Your Action |
| Late May | Final exams | Finish MBBS |
| Early June | Results announced | Check posting form deadline |
| Mid-June | Hospital preference form released | Submit top 3 preferences |
| Late June | Posting assignment finalized | Get hospital posting letter |
| July 1 | House job officially begins | Report 6 AM first day |
🏥 JSMU Teaching Hospitals
JPMC (Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre) - Most Likely Posting
- Beds: 2,000+ (biggest government hospital in Karachi)
- OPD Daily: 6,000-8,000 patients
- Specialties: All major departments
💰 Salary & Payment Reality
- Monthly Base: PKR 25,000-40,000 (depends on hospital)
- JPMC: PKR 28-32K/month (often delayed)
- CMH: PKR 35-40K/month (usually on time)
- Ziauddin: PKR 40-50K/month (private, most reliable)
Bottom Line: JSMU house job challenges you with high patient volume but provides invaluable experience. 12 months of hard work = confident doctor.