About Doctorate of Medicine [DM] (Cardiology)
KAP Viswanatham Government Medical College (KAPV), Tiruchirappalli offers a three-year Doctorate of Medicine in Cardiology, affiliated with the Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University. This three-year super-specialty programme trains postgraduate physicians in interventional cardiology, echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation, electrophysiology and device therapy, heart failure management, and preventive cardiology. KAPV is attached to Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital, a major tertiary care referral centre in central Tamil Nadu, providing high patient load and diverse clinical exposure for super-specialty medical training. Annual fee is ₹60,000 (total ₹180,000 for three years). Residents receive a monthly stipend throughout the programme, paid by the Tamil Nadu state government. Admission is through NEET SS, with 50% seats under All India Quota (MCC) and 50% under Tamil Nadu State Quota (TNMCC). KAPV ranks 120 in an external review site's 2026 India Medical Colleges rankings.
NEET SS 2026 registration is expected to open in September 2026. TNMCC and MCC super-specialty counselling are expected in January 2027. Candidates must hold the qualifying MD degree and valid NMC/state council registration.
Key Points
- 3-year DM Cardiology super-specialty under Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University
- Intake: 2 government-quota seats
- Training in interventional cardiology and related subspecialties at MGMGH, Trichy
- Annual fee: ₹60,000; total fees: ₹180,000 for three years
- Monthly stipend paid by Tamil Nadu state government throughout the programme
- Mandatory 2-year Tamil Nadu government service bond; non-compliance attracts a penalty of ₹40 lakhs
KAPV DM Cardiology Fees
DM Cardiology Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (Government Quota) | ₹60,000 |
| Total Fees (3-year course) | ₹180,000 |
- Annual fee of ₹60,000 is the government-quota rate for super-specialty programmes at KAPV, consistent with the M.Ch super-specialty fee at the same institution.
- Residents receive a monthly stipend of ₹54,025 (Year 1), ₹55,149 (Year 2), and ₹56,275.30 (Year 3) as per Tamil Nadu state government orders.
- Hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel charges of ₹24,000 per year are payable separately.
- KAPV is a government college with no management or NRI quota seats; all fees listed are government-quota rates.
- Residents must sign a two-year mandatory government service bond before enrollment; non-compliance attracts a penalty of ₹40 lakhs.
KAPV DM Cardiology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET SS Registration Opens | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET SS Registration Closes | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET SS Exam | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| TNMCC Super-Specialty Counselling | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| MCC AIQ Super-Specialty Counselling | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| Course Commencement | February 2027 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET SS | September - October 2026 (Tentative) | December 2026 (Tentative) | January 2027 (Tentative) |
- Admission to DM programmes is through NEET SS conducted by NBE; 50% of seats are under All India Quota (MCC counselling) and 50% under Tamil Nadu State Quota (TNMCC counselling).
- MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) conducts super-specialty AIQ counselling at mcc.nic.in; TNMCC conducts state quota super-specialty counselling separately.
- KAPV has no management or NRI quota for super-specialty programmes; all seats are filled through merit-based government counselling.
- Candidates must hold the requisite MD degree in the eligible speciality and valid NMC/state council registration to appear in NEET SS.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MD (General Medicine) or MD (Paediatrics) from an NMC-recognised medical college; valid NEET SS 2026 scorecard.
- Valid registration with the Medical Council of India or a State Medical Council.
- Completion of the qualifying MD degree and the required internship or residency period as per NMC norms.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for NEET SS in December 2026; download the admit card from the NBE portal (natboard.edu.in).
- After results, register for TNMCC super-specialty state quota counselling (50% seats) on the TNMCC portal; select KAPV Trichy and the DM programme during choice filling.
- Separately, register for MCC AIQ super-specialty counselling (50% seats) on mcc.nic.in if applying through All India Quota.
- Participate in seat allotment; download the allotment letter and report to KAPV with original MD degree certificate, council registration certificate, and NEET SS scorecard.
- Sign the mandatory two-year government service bond and pay the annual fee of ₹60,000 to confirm enrollment.
- Course commencement is expected in February 2027.
KAPV DM Cardiology Scholarships 2026
DM Cardiology Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend (Year 1) | ₹54,025/month | All enrolled DM residents; payable by Tamil Nadu state government |
| Monthly Stipend (Year 2) | ₹55,149/month | All enrolled DM residents |
| Monthly Stipend (Year 3) | ₹56,275.30/month | All enrolled DM residents |
| SC/ST Scholarship | As per state norms | SC/ST residents of Tamil Nadu |
- The monthly stipend is paid by the Tamil Nadu state government to all super-specialty residents as per government orders.
- SC/ST students can additionally apply for Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department scholarships through the respective portal.
KAPV DM Cardiology FAQs
Ques. What MD speciality is required to apply for DM Cardiology at KAPV Trichy?
Ans. To be eligible for DM Cardiology at KAPV, candidates must hold MD (General Medicine) or MD (Paediatrics) from an NMC-recognised medical college. Valid NMC or state medical council registration and a qualifying NEET SS 2026 score are also required. NEET SS is the national entrance exam for DM and M.Ch super-specialty admissions, conducted by NBE.
Ques. What is the total fee for DM Cardiology at KAPV?
Ans. The government-quota annual fee for DM Cardiology at KAPV is ₹60,000, making the total for the three-year programme ₹180,000. Residents also receive a monthly stipend from the Tamil Nadu state government: ₹54,025 in Year 1, ₹55,149 in Year 2, and ₹56,275.30 in Year 3. Hostel charges of ₹24,000 per year are payable separately.
Ques. How does training at KAPV prepare DM Cardiology specialists?
Ans. KAPV's DM Cardiology residents train at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital, a high-volume tertiary care referral centre in central Tamil Nadu. Training covers interventional cardiology, echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation, electrophysiology and device therapy, heart failure management, and preventive cardiology. Government hospitals handle a diverse and high-volume patient load including emergency presentations, which builds strong independent clinical and procedural skills.
Ques. What career options are available after DM Cardiology from KAPV?
Ans. After completing the mandatory two-year government service bond, DM Cardiology graduates can work as consultant cardiologists in government tertiary care hospitals, interventional cardiologists in private cardiac centres, and academic cardiology faculty in medical colleges. Government specialist recruitment is through TNPSC and TNMSC. Private tertiary care hospital chains in Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad actively recruit trained super-specialty physicians. Some graduates pursue international Fellowship training for further subspecialisation.
Ques. Is there a government service bond for DM residents at KAPV?
Ans. Yes. All super-specialty residents at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges, including KAPV, must sign a two-year mandatory government service bond before enrollment. Non-compliance attracts a financial penalty of ₹40 lakhs. Leaving the seat before programme completion requires returning the stipend received plus an additional penalty. Candidates should factor this into career planning before accepting a government seat.