Master of Chirurgiae [M.Ch]

CMC Vellore offers the Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch), a 3-year full-time super-specialty surgical degree, across 13 surgical specializations with a total of 40 seats. Total program fees range from INR 2.76 Lakhs to INR 3.07 Lakhs. Admission is through NEET SS scores followed by MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in. The degree is offered in full-time mode at the Vellore campus.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. NEET SS 2026 exam is expected on 26 December 2026, after which MCC counselling for 2026 cycle will commence.

Key Points

• CMC Vellore established the first M.Ch Cardiothoracic Surgery program in India, with over six decades of super-specialty training.
• The M.Ch Urology program was founded in 1965, one of the oldest urological super-specialty training programs in the country.
• Trainees rotate across Vellore, Ranipet, and Chittoor campuses for high-volume and diverse surgical exposure.
• All M.Ch programs at CMC Vellore require dissertation and thesis submission across six semesters, integrating clinical and research work.

CMC Vellore M.Ch Fees 2026

CMC Vellore heavily subsidizes surgical training. Fees range from INR 2.76 Lakhs for most specializations to INR 3.07 Lakhs for Neurosurgery for the full 3-year program.

• Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

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CMC Vellore M.Ch Admission 2026

Important Dates

• NEET SS 2026 dates are per the NBEMS exam calendar.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

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CMC Vellore M.Ch Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a recognized MS degree in the relevant surgical discipline from an NMC-recognized institution.
• A valid NEET SS score in the corresponding surgical broad specialty group is mandatory for MCC counselling.
• Registration with the NMC or State Medical Council is required at the time of admission.
• Reproductive Medicine and Gynecological Oncology require MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

CMC Vellore M.Ch Admission Process

• NBEMS conducts NEET SS as the single eligibility and ranking examination for all M.Ch seats.
• CMC Vellore participates in MCC Super-Specialty Counselling at mcc.nic.in for centralized seat allotment.
• Candidates register on MCC portal, fill choices, and receive allotment based on NEET SS rank.
• Allotted candidates report to CMC Vellore with original documents for verification and joining.
• For institutional-quota seats, CMC Vellore conducts a departmental interview based on NEET SS merit.

CMC Vellore M.Ch vs Other Colleges

Here is how CMC Vellore M.Ch compares with other premier institutions on fees, exams, and placements.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want training at a high-volume tertiary centre with diverse pan-India cases.
• You prefer a niche specialization such as Hand Surgery or Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
• You seek one of India’s oldest M.Ch Cardiothoracic or Urology programs.
• You value deeply subsidized fees under INR 3.1 Lakhs for a full three-year degree.
• You are open to multi-campus rotations across Vellore, Ranipet, and Chittoor.

✗ Skip if

• You need a metro city base for networking or private practice post-training.
• You are targeting INI institutes where INI-CET SS is the entry route, not NEET SS.
• Your NEET SS rank is above 4000 in the surgical specialty you wish to pursue.
• You prefer larger per-specialization seat intake rather than very limited niche seats.

CMC Vellore M.Ch Scholarships 2026

CMC Vellore subsidizes M.Ch costs heavily. Additional support is available through the following channels.

• Financial aid is disbursed after document verification each semester.
• Confirm current stipend rates with the CMC Vellore Registrar before joining.

CMC Vellore M.Ch FAQs

Ques. Is CMC Vellore M.Ch admission through INI-CET SS or NEET SS?

Ans. CMC Vellore is a deemed university. Its M.Ch seats are filled through NEET SS via MCC Super-Specialty Counselling at mcc.nic.in. INI-CET SS applies to AIIMS and INIs like JIPMER. CMC Vellore application processes only through NEET SS.

Ques. Which M.Ch specializations at CMC Vellore have the tightest NEET SS cutoffs?

Ans. In 2025, closing NEET SS General category ranks ranged from rank 15 (Head and Neck Surgery, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery) to rank 3997 (Paediatric Surgery). Reproductive Medicine closed at 25, Hand Surgery at 31, Urology at 460, Neurosurgery at 894. Candidates ranked above 1000 should target Vascular Surgery, Plastic Surgery, or Paediatric Surgery.

Ques. What qualifying MS degree is needed for each M.Ch specialization at CMC Vellore?

Ans. Most surgical M.Ch programs require MS General Surgery. M.Ch Hand Surgery accepts MS Orthopaedics or MS General Surgery. Reproductive Medicine and Gynecological Oncology require MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Always confirm the feeder degree for your target specialization in the NEET SS Information Bulletin before applying.

Ques. Does CMC Vellore M.Ch include a research component and what is the dissertation requirement?

Ans. Yes. All residents complete a dissertation and thesis across six semesters as mandatory requirements for the degree from Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University. Research is under a departmental guide, with internal assessments and a final external examination.

Ques. What is the personal interview process for CMC Vellore M.Ch institutional-quota seats?

Ans. For institutional-quota seats, CMC Vellore shortlists by NEET SS merit and runs a departmental interview on surgical aptitude and research fit. MCC AIQ seats are allotted purely by rank. All candidates complete document verification at Vellore within the reporting window.

Ques. How does the M.Ch stipend at CMC Vellore compare with the program’s total fee cost?

Ans. M.Ch residents receive INR 40,000 to INR 65,000 per month by specialty and year. Over three years, the cumulative stipend at the lower end exceeds INR 14 Lakhs, far exceeding the total program fee. The stipend is paid monthly by the department after joining.