Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Indira Gandhi Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program involve a first-year tuition fee of INR 60,000, followed by INR 50,000 per annum for the subsequent three years. The annual hostel fees amount to INR 24,000, not including mess charges, with an additional security deposit of INR 3,000.
During the fifth year, which includes an internship, students receive a stipend of approximately INR 20,000 per month. Scholarships are available through the state government for first-year students. No concessions are provided for any category, and no additional charges, except mess bills, are specified.
About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC), Shimla, is Himachal Pradesh’s premier government medical institution offering MBBS with 120 seats. Admission is exclusively through NEET-UG, with 18 seats under All India Quota and 102 under HP State Quota. The total course fee for Indian students is INR 2,60,000 over the 4.5-year academic program, making it among the most affordable MBBS options in the country.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling registration begins 30 July 2026.
Key Points
- All MBBS interns receive a government-regulated monthly stipend during the mandatory 1-year internship
- State quota students must serve in HP government health services after MBBS completion
- Clinical training conducted at IGMC’s multi-specialty government teaching hospital in Shimla
IGMC Shimla MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Fees (includes all one-time charges) | INR 60,000 |
| Annual Fees (Years 2 to 4.5, per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Hostel (per year, optional) | INR 24,200 |
| Total Academic Fees (4.5 years) | INR 2,60,000 |
- Year 1 includes a one-time refundable security deposit of INR 6,000 within the INR 60,000 total.
- Hostel security of INR 3,000 is refundable separately at course end.
- NRI students are charged USD 20,000 per year for the MBBS program.
IGMC Shimla MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Registration Closed | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Exam | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Result | July 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| AMRU HP Counselling Round 1 Registration Closes | July 30, 2026 |
| AMRU HP Round 2 Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- All India Quota seats (18) are filled through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in separately.
- AMRU registration fee is INR 2,000 for General and OBC and INR 1,000 for SC, ST, and PwD.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB and English (40% for SC/ST/OBC)
- Minimum age 17 years by December 31, 2026
- Valid NEET-UG 2026 scorecard (mandatory for all students)
- Bonafide Himachali or ward of HP government employee for state quota seats
Admission Process
- Register on NTA portal and appear for NEET-UG 2026 (exam was held June 21, 2026)
- For HP State Quota: register on amruhp.ac.in before July 30, 2026 and pay the counselling fee
- Fill college and course preferences during the choice filling window
- Accept the seat allotment and report to IGMC with original documents for verification
- Pay Year 1 tuition fee and sign the HP government service bond to confirm admission
- For AIQ seats: participate separately in MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in
✓ Opt for this if
- Want MBBS at a government college with very low fees of INR 2,60,000 total
- HP domicile and aiming for state quota seats with a valid NEET score
- Willing to commit to HP government health services after MBBS under the bond
- Prefer clinical training at a large multi-specialty teaching hospital in the hills
✗ Skip if
- Want MBBS in a metro city for urban hospital network and placement exposure
- Not HP domicile and have a NEET rank strong enough for a better AIQ college
- Cannot fulfil the HP government service bond after graduation
- Prefer a private MBBS program without post-graduation service obligations
IGMC Shimla MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| HP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC) | Fee reimbursement and maintenance | SC category with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| HP Post-Matric Scholarship (ST) | Fee reimbursement and maintenance | ST category with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| HP Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC) | Fee reimbursement and maintenance | OBC with family income below INR 1 lakh per year |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based with family income below INR 4.5 lakh per year |
- Apply on the HP scholarship portal at hpbocw.hp.gov.in or on scholarships.gov.in annually.
- Internship stipend of INR 20,000 per month is separate from all scholarship schemes.
IGMC Shimla MBBS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MBBS at IGMC Shimla for Indian students?
Ans. The total academic fee for MBBS at IGMC Shimla is INR 2,60,000 for Indian students over the 4.5-year course. Year 1 fees amount to INR 60,000 (which includes tuition, admission charges, and a refundable security deposit of INR 6,000). Annual fees from Year 2 onwards are INR 50,000 per year. Optional hostel accommodation costs INR 24,200 per year, billed separately.
Ques. How does HP state quota MBBS admission work at IGMC Shimla?
Ans. The 102 HP State Quota seats at IGMC Shimla are filled through AMRU centralised counselling at amruhp.ac.in. Eligible candidates who qualified NEET-UG 2026 must register on the AMRU portal before July 30, 2026. The process includes choice filling, seat allotment, and document verification at the college. HP domicile or ward of HP government employee status is mandatory for state quota seats.
Ques. Is there a service bond for MBBS graduates from IGMC Shimla?
Ans. Yes. Students admitted under the HP State Quota are required to sign a government service bond committing to serve in HP government health services for a specified period after completing MBBS and the mandatory 1-year internship. The exact bond amount and service duration are stated in the AMRU counselling information bulletin. AIQ students admitted through MCC counselling are not subject to this bond requirement.
Ques. What is the internship process and stipend at IGMC Shimla?
Ans. After completing the 4.5-year MBBS academic program, students undergo a compulsory 1-year rotating internship at IGMC. The internship covers medicine, surgery, obstetrics, paediatrics, community medicine, and other core departments. All MBBS interns receive a stipend of INR 20,000 per month, as regulated by the National Medical Commission for government medical colleges. The MBBS degree is awarded only after successful completion of the internship.
Ques. Are NRI students eligible for MBBS at IGMC Shimla?
Ans. Yes, IGMC Shimla admits NRI students through a separate quota managed by AMRU. The annual fee for NRI students is USD 20,000, substantially higher than the Indian student rate of INR 2,60,000 for the full course. NRI candidates must have appeared in NEET-UG and meet the standard eligibility criteria. NRI seat availability and quota details are specified in the AMRU counselling information bulletin each year.
Ques. What are the career options after MBBS from IGMC Shimla?
Ans. IGMC MBBS graduates typically pursue PG entrance examinations like NEET-PG and INI-CET to join MD or MS programs. Others join HP state government health services as medical officers through HPPSC recruitment. Graduates are also eligible for AIIMS, ESIC, and central government health scheme recruitment. Those opting for private practice or working abroad must fulfil their HP service bond obligations or obtain a release from the HP government before applying elsewhere.