Doctorate of Medicine [MD]
Fees
Fees at Goa Medical College and Hospital for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program are structured per semester and vary based on student category. General category students pay approximately 58,000- 66,000 INR per semester, with yearly tuition costs ranging from 100,000 to 156,000 INR. This includes admission, tuition, and development fees, among others. Reserved category students, including SC/ST/OBC, pay around 50% of these fees, approximately 40,000 INR per semester.
NRI students have a significantly higher annual fee of 800,000 INR. Hostel fees are approximately 7,000- 10,000 INR per semester, while exam fees are about 1,000 INR per subject annually. Scholarships and fee waivers are available, particularly for Goan students and those in reserved categories, though no scholarships are offered directly by the college for All India Quota students.
About Doctorate of Medicine [MD]
Goa Medical College and Hospital, Tiswadi offers 3-year postgraduate medical programmes in Cardiac Anaesthesiology (DM) and Neurology (MD) through NEET SS/NEET PG merit-based selection respectively. As the premier government medical institution in Goa, the college offers highly affordable fees ranging from ₹36,000 to ₹45,000 for the full 3-year programme. Clinical training is at the attached government tertiary hospital. The 2026-27 admission cycle is based on NBE entrance results.
Admissions for the 2026-27 session are based on NEET PG (for MD Neurology) and NEET SS (for DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology). NEET SS registration was in November 2025; NEET PG registration opens in April 2026.
Key Points
- Programmes in DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology (3 years) and MD Neurology (3 years)
- Government quota fees of ₹36,000–45,000 for the full 3-year programme
- DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology: via NEET SS; MD/DNB Anaesthesia holders eligible
- MD Neurology: via NEET PG; MBBS graduates eligible for postgraduate specialization
- Clinical training at Goa Medical College’s tertiary hospital covering trauma, neurology, and cardiac anaesthesia
Goa Medical College MD/DM Fees 2026
Fee Structure
| Course | Annual Fee | Total Fees (3 years) |
|---|---|---|
| MD Neurology | ₹12,000 | ₹36,000 |
| DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology | ₹15,000 | ₹45,000 |
| Total Fees Range | ₹12,000–15,000/year | ₹36,000–45,000 |
- Annual government quota fee is payable at the start of each academic year.
- Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately at ₹1,500–2,000/year.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
Goa Medical College MD/DM Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET SS Registration (DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology) | November 2025 |
| NEET SS Exam | December 2025 |
| NEET PG Registration (MD Neurology) | April 2026 |
| NEET PG Exam | August 2026 |
| Counselling Begins | After respective results |
- MD Neurology admission is through NEET PG; DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology is through NEET SS — different exam cycles.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MD Neurology: MBBS degree with internship completion; valid NEET PG score.
- DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology: MD/DNB Anaesthesia or equivalent from a recognized institution; valid NEET SS score.
- Valid registration with Goa Medical Council or Indian Medical Council.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for the relevant entrance exam (NEET PG or NEET SS) through the NBE portal.
- Participate in MCC centralized counselling or Goa state counselling based on seat category.
- Submit documents and complete admission formalities at Goa Medical College.
- Pay prescribed government fees and confirm seat upon allotment.
Goa Medical College MD/DM Scholarships 2026
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Government Merit Scholarship | Variable | Merit-based; Goa government schemes |
| Education Loan | Variable | All students through nationalized banks |
- Scholarship details are available through the Goa state government scholarship portal and the college finance office.
Goa Medical College MD/DM FAQs
Ques. What is DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology and how does it differ from MD Anaesthesiology?
Ans. DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology is a 3-year super-specialty programme (entered via NEET SS) that provides advanced training specifically in anaesthesia for cardiac surgeries, bypass procedures, and cardiothoracic critical care. MD Anaesthesiology is a broader postgraduate degree covering general anaesthesia. DM is pursued after MD, requiring prior Anaesthesia specialization.
Ques. Is MD Neurology at Goa Medical College a clinical Neurology degree or does it include neurosurgery training?
Ans. MD Neurology is a clinical (medical) specialization focused on diagnosing and treating neurological diseases through medicine, not surgery. Neurosurgery is a separate MS-level surgical specialty. MD Neurology at Goa Medical College trains physicians in EEG, EMG, neuroimaging interpretation, stroke management, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative disease management.
Ques. How is the NEET PG cutoff for MD Neurology at Goa Medical College?
Ans. Neurology is among the more competitive MD specializations in NEET PG counselling due to high demand. Government college seats at Goa Medical College have lower cutoffs than AIIMS but are competitive given the low fee structure. Cutoffs vary year to year based on the applicant pool; candidates should track MCC counselling data from previous years for trend analysis.
Ques. After DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology from Goa Medical College, which hospitals hire cardiac anaesthesiologists?
Ans. DM Cardiac Anaesthesiology graduates are in demand at tertiary care hospitals with cardiac surgery units, including AIIMS, government super-specialty heart institutes, and corporate cardiac care centres like Fortis, Apollo, and Narayana Health. The specialty is niche, and qualified cardiac anaesthesiologists command strong career prospects given limited supply.
Ques. Do MD Neurology residents at Goa Medical College receive a stipend?
Ans. MD residents at Goa Medical College are entitled to stipends as per Goa state government norms for postgraduate residents, similar to other government medical colleges. Stipend amounts may differ between MD and DM tracks. Candidates should confirm current stipend details with the Goa Medical College administration at the time of admission.