Master of Surgery [MS]
Accepted entrance exams
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 Master of Surgery [MS]
Goa Medical College and Hospital, Tiswadi, offers the Master of Surgery (MS) in three specialisations: Orthopaedics, General Surgery, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology. All three are 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical programmes at a government institution affiliated to Goa University. Total tuition fees are ₹45,000 for the 3-year programme at the government rate of ₹15,000 per year, with optional hostel at ₹2,000 per year separately. Admission is through NEET-PG followed by Goa state counselling.
For 2026 admission, NEET-PG registration is expected in June 2026 with the exam in August 2026. Goa state PG counselling is expected in September/October 2026 following result declaration.
Key Points
- Three MS specialisations: Orthopaedics, General Surgery, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
- Government-rate total tuition fees of ₹45,000 for the 3-year programme (₹15,000/year).
- Hostel accommodation available at ₹2,000 per year, charged separately.
- Admission through NEET-PG merit and Goa state PG counselling.
- Access to a busy public tertiary hospital for diverse surgical and clinical case exposure.
Goa Medical College MS Fees 2026
Goa Medical College charges government-rate fees of ₹15,000 per year for MS programmes, totalling ₹45,000 for the complete 3-year course. Optional hostel accommodation is available at ₹2,000 per year, charged separately and excluded from the total tuition fees.
Fee Structure
| Component | Per Year | Total (3 Years) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Government) | ₹15,000 | ₹45,000 |
| Hostel (Optional) | ₹2,000 | ₹6,000 |
| Total Fees (Hostel charges separate) | ₹15,000 | ₹45,000 |
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
Goa Medical College MS Admission 2026
Admission to MS programmes at Goa Medical College is through NEET-PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations. Eligible MBBS graduates participate in Goa state PG counselling or the All India Quota round via the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-PG Registration | June 2026 |
| NEET-PG Exam | August 2026 |
| NEET-PG Result | September 2026 |
| Goa State PG Counselling | September/October 2026 |
| Admission and Reporting | October/November 2026 |
- Dates are subject to NBE and Goa Directorate of Health Services announcements; check official sources for updates.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college with completed internship certificate.
- Valid NEET-PG 2026 scorecard meeting the minimum qualifying percentile prescribed by NMC.
- Goa state domicile for state quota seats; All India Quota candidates participate through MCC counselling.
Admission Process
- Register for NEET-PG through the National Board of Examinations portal.
- Participate in Goa state PG counselling or MCC All India Quota counselling using your NEET-PG rank.
- Upload required documents including MBBS degree, internship certificate, NEET-PG scorecard, and domicile proof.
- Report to Goa Medical College on the allotted joining date with original documents and fee payment.
Goa Medical College MS Scholarships 2026
Goa Medical College offers a Government Merit Scholarship for deserving state domicile students, and national scholarship schemes are available to candidates from reserved categories and economically weaker sections.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Merit Scholarship | Variable | Merit-based for Goa state domicile students | As notified |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | As per government norms | As per National Scholarship Portal criteria | As announced |
| SC/ST/OBC Government Scholarship | As per scheme norms | Candidates from reserved categories | As announced |
- Scholarship details should be confirmed with Goa Medical College and the National Scholarship Portal before applying.
Goa Medical College MS FAQs
Ques. Are MS seats at Goa Medical College competitive given the very low government fees?
Ans. Yes. Government college MS seats with fees as low as ₹45,000 total are highly sought after. Goa state domicile candidates compete through the state quota, while non-Goa candidates must rely on All India Quota seats. Both routes require a competitive NEET-PG rank. Fewer AIQ seats at small government colleges means higher competition for non-Goa candidates.
Ques. Is MS Orthopaedics or MS General Surgery more competitive at Goa Medical College?
Ans. Both MS General Surgery and MS Orthopaedics are among the most competitive surgical specialisations nationally, attracting strong NEET-PG performers. MS OB&G is also competitive, especially among female candidates. Cutoffs at a government college like Goa Medical College in a relatively smaller state will depend on total seat count and the mix of state and AIQ quota. Checking previous-year MCC cutoff data helps estimate the required rank.
Ques. Does Goa Medical College provide a stipend to MS residents?
Ans. Government medical colleges in Goa typically pay a monthly stipend to postgraduate residents as per state government PG stipend norms. The exact amount follows the Goa government’s current PG stipend policy. Candidates should confirm the current stipend figures with Goa Medical College administration before joining.
Ques. Can I pursue M.Ch super-specialty after MS from Goa Medical College?
Ans. Yes. MS General Surgery from Goa Medical College, being NMC-recognised, makes graduates eligible to appear for NEET-SS and pursue M.Ch in specialties such as CVTS, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Neuro Surgery, or Surgical Oncology. MS Orthopaedics graduates can pursue M.Ch Orthopaedics or spine surgery super-specialty as applicable.
Ques. What is the total cost of doing MS at Goa Medical College including hostel?
Ans. The total tuition fee is ₹45,000 for 3 years. Adding optional hostel at ₹2,000 per year brings the total outlay to ₹51,000 over 3 years if hostel is availed. This is among the lowest total costs for an MS programme in India and makes Goa Medical College a strong value option for candidates who can secure a seat.