Master of Surgery [M.S]

The Master of Surgery [MS] in General Surgery at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi is a 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical programme offered through the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), one of India's most prestigious and oldest medical institutions. The course provides comprehensive training in all aspects of general surgery including abdominal surgery, laparoscopic surgery, oncosurgery, vascular surgery, trauma surgery, endocrine surgery, and emergency surgical management. Clinical training is conducted at the affiliated Sir Sunderlal Hospital, a 1,700+ bed tertiary care centre that handles a very high volume of surgical cases from eastern Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and neighbouring states. With a seat intake of approximately 14 seats and a total course fee of just Rs. 45,000 for the entire 3-year programme, MS General Surgery at IMS BHU is among the most affordable and prestigious postgraduate surgical programmes in India. Admission is based on NEET PG scores, and the course is offered in full-time on-campus mode. BHU's IMS is ranked 6th among medical institutions in India by NIRF 2025, making MS General Surgery here one of the most competitive surgical PG seats in the country.

Admission for the 2026 batch is upcoming, based on NEET PG 2025 scores. The NEET PG 2025 exam is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2026, with MCC counselling expected to begin around October 2026. The 2025 batch admissions (based on NEET PG 2024 scores) have been completed, with NEET PG counselling running from October 2025 to March 2026, and the UP NEET PG Stray Vacancy Round concluded in February 2026.

Key Points

• IMS BHU offers approximately 14 seats in MS General Surgery, making it one of the largest MS surgical specialties at the institute.
• The Department of General Surgery at Sir Sunderlal Hospital is one of the busiest surgical departments in eastern India, handling a very high volume of elective and emergency surgical cases.
• BHU MBBS graduates benefit from a 50% internal PG reservation, significantly improving their chances of securing a seat at IMS BHU.
• Residents receive a monthly stipend of approximately Rs. 92,000 per month during the course.
• There is no compulsory rural service bond after completing the MS programme at IMS BHU.
• The NEET PG 2025 AIQ cutoff score for MS General Surgery at IMS BHU was 622 (General category, Round 1), with a closing rank of 1,221 in Round 1.

BHU MS Fees

The MS General Surgery programme at IMS BHU is one of the most affordable postgraduate surgical courses in India. The total tuition fee for the entire 3-year programme is Rs. 45,000, which works out to approximately Rs. 15,000 per year. In addition to tuition, students pay nominal other charges each year. Hostel accommodation is available on campus at a very affordable rate of approximately Rs. 5,375 per year for male students, and hostel is optional (not mandatory). The monthly stipend of Rs. 92,000 effectively covers all living and course expenses.

Fee Components

Hostel Fees

• Fees are refundable as per BHU norms.
• Hostel fees are not included in the Total Fees above as hostel is optional.
• Mess charges are separate and approximately Rs. 2,500 to Rs. 3,500 per month.
• A one-time caution/security deposit of Rs. 3,400 may be applicable at the time of admission.
• Residents receive a monthly stipend of approximately Rs. 92,000 per month, which effectively offsets all course and living expenses.

BHU MS Admission 2026

Admission to MS General Surgery at IMS BHU is based entirely on NEET PG scores. Seats are filled through two routes: 50% through MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling and 50% through BHU internal/UP state quota counselling. The 2025 admission cycle (NEET PG 2024) has been completed. For the upcoming 2026 cycle, NEET PG 2025 registration is tentatively expected to open in April 2026, with the exam in June 2026 and MCC counselling likely from October 2026 onwards.

Important Dates

Entrance Exam Dates

Source: NBE official website (nbe.edu.in). All dates are tentative and subject to official confirmation.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidate must hold an MBBS degree from a recognized university/institution approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
• Must have completed a 12-month compulsory rotating internship (CRMI) on or before the date of joining the PG course.
• Must have a valid NEET PG score/rank for the respective admission year.

Admission Process:

• Qualify NEET PG with a competitive score (General category AIQ cutoff for MS General Surgery at IMS BHU was 622 in 2025, with a closing rank of 1,221 in Round 1).
• Register for MCC NEET PG counselling at mcc.nic.in for AIQ seats (50% of total seats).
• Separately register for BHU internal/UP state quota counselling for remaining 50% seats.
• Fill choices and lock preferences during the counselling window.
• Seat allotment is based on NEET PG rank, category, and choice preferences.
• Download seat allotment letter and report to IMS BHU for document verification.
• Pay the requisite fees and complete the admission formalities.

BHU MS Scholarships 2026

Given the extremely low fee structure at IMS BHU and the substantial monthly stipend of approximately Rs. 92,000 provided to all PG residents, the financial burden on MS General Surgery students is minimal. However, students from reserved categories and economically weaker sections can additionally benefit from government scholarship schemes. The scholarships listed below are applicable to eligible students pursuing PG medical courses at central universities like BHU.

Scholarship Schemes

• The monthly stipend of Rs. 92,000 per month is provided to all PG residents at IMS BHU and is not a scholarship but a remuneration for clinical duties.
• Scholarship applications for government schemes are typically submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
• BHU internal merit scholarships are awarded based on academic performance in university examinations.
• Students are advised to check the latest scholarship notifications on the official BHU website (bhu.ac.in) and the National Scholarship Portal.

BHU MS FAQs

Ques. How many seats are available for MS General Surgery at IMS BHU, and how are they divided between AIQ and state quota?

Ans. MS General Surgery at IMS BHU has approximately 14 seats. Of these, 50% (approximately 7 seats) are filled through MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling, and the remaining 50% are filled through BHU internal/UP state quota counselling. IMS BHU MBBS graduates also benefit from a 50% internal PG reservation, which significantly improves their chances of securing a seat.

Ques. What was the NEET PG cutoff for MS General Surgery at IMS BHU in 2025?

Ans. The AIQ Round 1 cutoff score for MS General Surgery at IMS BHU for the General category was 622 in 2025, with a closing rank of 1,221. This was marginally lower than the 2023 cutoff score of 623 and the 2022 cutoff of 615. The consistently high cutoff reflects the strong demand for this surgical specialty at one of India's top medical institutions. For the SC category, the closing rank was 5,032 in Round 1.

Ques. Do MS General Surgery residents at IMS BHU receive a stipend, and is there a service bond after completion?

Ans. Yes, all PG residents at IMS BHU receive a monthly stipend of approximately Rs. 92,000 per month (as per the 2025 remuneration structure). There is no compulsory rural service bond after completing the MS programme at IMS BHU, which is a significant advantage compared to many state government medical colleges.

Ques. What is the surgical exposure like for MS General Surgery residents at IMS BHU?

Ans. The Department of General Surgery at Sir Sunderlal Hospital, BHU, is one of the busiest surgical departments in eastern India. Residents get exposure to a very high volume of elective and emergency surgical cases including laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendicectomy, hernia repairs, bowel resections, thyroid and breast surgeries, oncosurgical procedures, trauma surgery, and vascular procedures. The large patient inflow from eastern UP, Bihar, and Jharkhand ensures diverse and extensive surgical training throughout the 3-year programme.

Ques. What are the career options and super-speciality pathways after MS General Surgery from IMS BHU?

Ans. After completing MS General Surgery from IMS BHU, graduates can pursue super-speciality training through NEET SS in courses such as MCh Surgical Gastroenterology, MCh Paediatric Surgery, MCh Vascular Surgery, MCh Surgical Oncology, or MCh Urology. IMS BHU itself offers MCh programmes in several surgical super-specialities. Graduates can also pursue PhD in Surgery at BHU. Career options include working as a consultant surgeon in government or private hospitals, setting up private surgical practice, or pursuing academic and research careers.

Ques. How does MS General Surgery at IMS BHU compare with other top government medical colleges in terms of training quality?

Ans. MS General Surgery at IMS BHU is widely regarded as one of the best surgical training programmes in India. The combination of a very high patient volume, experienced faculty, state-of-the-art surgical facilities, and the academic environment of a premier central university makes it highly sought after. The NEET PG AIQ cutoff of 622 in 2025 places it among the top-tier government medical colleges for MS General Surgery. Graduates from IMS BHU's surgery department have gone on to hold prominent positions in leading hospitals and academic institutions across India and abroad.