Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) Aurangabad, located in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, offers the MBBS programme with an annual intake of 200 seats. The course spans 4.5 years plus a mandatory 1-year internship. Admission is through NEET-UG scores via MCC AIQ and Maharashtra state counselling. Annual fees for open category students are INR 1,62,100, making it among the most affordable MBBS options in the Marathwada region.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
GMC Aurangabad MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Annual) | INR 1,52,100 |
| Other Charges (Annual - Library, Development, Gymkhana, Admission) | INR 10,000 |
| Hostel Charges (Hostel optional) | INR 4,000 per year |
| Total Fees (4.5 years, open category, excluding hostel) | INR 7,29,450 |
- SC, ST, VJ, and NT category students are fully exempt from tuition fees under Maharashtra government policy.
- OBC and EWS male students pay concessional annual tuition of INR 76,050 per year.
- Hostel rent is charged separately and is not included in the total fees above.
GMC Aurangabad MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opened | February 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closed | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card Released | June 14, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam Held | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Answer Key Released | July 6, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Declared | July 16, 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Round 1 Registration Closing | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Maharashtra State Round 1 Counselling Registration Closing | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Of the 200 MBBS seats, 30 fall under AIQ managed by MCC and 170 under Maharashtra state quota.
- AIQ counselling is conducted at mcc.nic.in and state counselling at cetcell.mahacet.org.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories).
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31 of the year of admission.
- Valid NEET-UG score at or above the minimum qualifying percentile for the applicable category is mandatory.
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG with a score above the minimum qualifying cutoff for the relevant category.
- Register on mcc.nic.in for AIQ counselling or on cetcell.mahacet.org for Maharashtra state quota, as applicable.
- Fill and lock college-course preferences during the designated choice-filling window.
- Seat allotment result is published online and candidates must report to GMC Aurangabad with original documents within the deadline.
- Pay the admission fee at the college treasury and complete document verification to confirm enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- A government MBBS seat at the lowest tuition in Marathwada is the goal.
- Belonging to SC/ST/OBC/NT makes full or near-full fee exemption available.
- High-volume clinical exposure at a major public hospital is a priority.
- The plan is to serve in government health services in Maharashtra.
✗ Skip if
- The NEET score qualifies for AIIMS, JIPMER, or top NIRF-ranked medical colleges.
- Metro-city location is important for professional networking after graduation.
- Modern research facilities, simulation labs, or premium campus infrastructure is a priority.
GMC Aurangabad MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| MAHADBT Post Matric Scholarship | Full tuition fee waiver | SC, ST, VJ, NT, OBC, and SBC students with Maharashtra domicile |
| Government of India Post Matric Scholarship | Tuition fee reimbursement | SC and ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per annum |
| NSP Minority Post Matric Scholarship | Varies by income | Students from Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, and Jain communities |
- MAHADBT applications are filed annually at mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in before the academic year deadline.
- All central government scholarships are accessible through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
GMC Aurangabad MBBS FAQs
Ques. How many MBBS seats are available at GMC Aurangabad?
Ans. GMC Aurangabad has an annual MBBS intake of 200 seats. Of these, 30 seats fall under the All India Quota managed by MCC and the remaining 170 seats are filled through Maharashtra state quota counselling conducted by CET Cell, Maharashtra. Candidates must register on the respective portals based on the quota they are eligible for.
Ques. What is the NEET cutoff for GMC Aurangabad MBBS?
Ans. The NEET-UG cutoff for GMC Aurangabad varies each year based on the total applicant pool, score distribution, and seat matrix. Being a government medical college in Maharashtra, it attracts high scorers and the cutoff tends to be competitive. Round-wise cutoffs for both AIQ and state quota are published after each counselling round on mcc.nic.in and cetcell.mahacet.org.
Ques. What is the total MBBS fee at GMC Aurangabad for open category students?
Ans. Open category students pay INR 1,62,100 per year, covering tuition, library, development, and other charges as fixed by DMER Maharashtra. Over the 4.5-year study period, the total fee comes to INR 7,29,450 excluding hostel. SC, ST, VJ, and NT students are fully exempt from tuition, while OBC and EWS male students pay INR 76,050 per year in tuition.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for MBBS students at GMC Aurangabad?
Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available on campus at an annual rent of INR 4,000. The hostel is located within the hospital campus, which is a practical advantage for students during clinical rotations and emergency on-call duties. Students who prefer private lodging can find accommodation in the surrounding areas of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
Ques. What are the career options after completing MBBS from GMC Aurangabad?
Ans. After completing the 4.5-year programme and serving the mandatory 1-year rotating internship at GMCH Aurangabad, graduates can appear for NEET-PG to pursue postgraduate specialisation in MD or MS programmes. Alternatively, they can practice as general physicians, join government health services, or work at public or private hospitals. Any government service bonding obligations under Maharashtra state rules must be fulfilled.
Ques. Which scholarships are available for MBBS students at GMC Aurangabad?
Ans. SC, ST, VJ, and NT students receive a full tuition fee waiver under the MAHADBT Post Matric Scholarship scheme. SC and ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per annum are also eligible for the Government of India Post Matric Scholarship. Students from minority communities can apply for the NSP Minority Post Matric Scholarship via scholarships.gov.in. All applications are filed annually through the respective government portals.