Master of Surgery [MS] (Otorhinolaryngology)

The MS (Otorhinolaryngology), commonly known as MS ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), at KMCT Medical College, Kozhikode is a 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical degree course affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode and provides comprehensive training in the diagnosis and surgical management of diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head and neck. The total tuition fee for the programme is approximately Rs. 58.27 lakhs for the merit/management quota over 3 years. Admission is based on NEET PG scores, with 50% of seats filled through MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling and the remaining 50% through Kerala State CEE counselling. MS ENT is a well-rounded surgical specialisation offering a blend of medical management and surgical procedures, with strong career prospects in both private practice and academic medicine.

Admissions for the 2026 batch have been completed, with the stray vacancy round concluded on February 25, 2026. The next admission cycle (2026 batch) will commence after NEET PG 2026, which is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2026. Candidates should register for NEET PG 2026 during the tentative registration window of April 7 to May 7, 2026.

Key Points

• KMCT Medical College is NAAC accredited with an 'A' grade and is one of the few standalone private medical colleges in Kerala with this distinction.
• MS ENT at KMCT was introduced in the academic year 2020-21 as part of the college's PG expansion.
• The department is equipped with modern ENT surgical facilities including endoscopic sinus surgery, microlaryngoscopy, and cochlear implant support infrastructure.
• The college is affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and all PG degrees are awarded by KUHS.
• The programme provides training in both routine ENT procedures and advanced head and neck surgeries.

KMCT MS ENT Fees

The total tuition fee for MS Otorhinolaryngology (a clinical PG course) at KMCT Medical College for the 2026-27 academic year is Rs. 19,42,235 per year as fixed by the Kerala Fee Regulatory Committee. Over the 3-year course duration, the total tuition fee amounts to Rs. 58,26,705 for the merit/management quota. NRI quota candidates are charged Rs. 40,81,014 per year, totalling Rs. 1,22,43,042 over 3 years. In addition, a special/development fee of Rs. 82,016 per year is applicable. Hostel accommodation is optional and available on campus at approximately Rs. 1,04,000 per year.

Fee Structure

• Fees are as fixed by the Kerala Fee Regulatory Committee for Medical Education for AY 2026-27 (G.O.(Ms)No.394/2025/H&FWD dated 09-11-2025).
• Colleges are not permitted to charge any amount over and above the fixed tuition fee.
• A security deposit of Rs. 10,000 (refundable) is payable at the time of option registration during CEE Kerala counselling.
• SC/ST/OEC candidates pay Rs. 5,000.
• Hostel fee is optional and not included in the Total Fees row above.
• Fee structure for 2027-28 will be notified by the Kerala government before the next admission cycle.

KMCT MS ENT Admission 2026

Admissions to MS Otorhinolaryngology at KMCT Medical College are conducted through two channels: 50% of seats are filled via MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling and the remaining 50% through Kerala State CEE PG Medical counselling. The 2026 batch admission cycle has been fully completed, including the stray vacancy round (concluded February 25, 2026). The 2027 batch admission process will begin after NEET PG 2026 results are declared, tentatively in July 2026, followed by MCC AIQ and Kerala CEE counselling rounds from September-October 2026 onwards.

KMCT MS ENT Admission Dates

NEET PG 2026 Exam Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college.
• Must have completed a 12-month compulsory rotating internship before the last date of joining.
• Must have qualified NEET PG 2026 with the minimum qualifying percentile as prescribed by NBE/NMC.

Admission Process:

• Appear in NEET PG 2026 and obtain a valid score/rank.
• Register for MCC AIQ counselling (for 50% AIQ seats) at mcc.nic.in.
• Register for Kerala CEE PG Medical counselling (for 50% state quota seats) at cee.kerala.gov.in.
• Pay security deposit and fill options/preferences during the respective counselling rounds.
• Attend document verification and report to the allotted college within the stipulated joining date.
• Original documents including MBBS degree, internship completion certificate, NEET PG scorecard, and category certificates (if applicable) must be submitted at the time of joining.

KMCT MS ENT Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to MS Otorhinolaryngology at KMCT Medical College may avail of scholarships offered by the Central and State governments. The Kerala government provides fee concessions and scholarships to SC/ST/OEC candidates admitted through the state counselling process. Central government scholarships such as the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC students are also applicable for eligible PG medical students.

Scholarship Details

• SC/ST/OEC candidates must submit relevant caste and income certificates at the time of admission to avail fee concessions.
• Central government scholarships must be applied for through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
• Scholarship availability and amounts are subject to annual government notifications and may change.

As mentioned, KMCT Kozhikode offers admission to M.S Otorhinolaryngology program based on Kerala-NEET-PG-Counselling rank. KMCT Kozhikode Kerala-NEET-PG-Counselling Cutoff 2024 rank is 43086 for the SC category. Further, Kerala-NEET-PG-Counselling cutoff rank is 55672 for SM category. Check KMCT Kozhikode Cutoff

KMCT Kozhikode M.S Otorhinolaryngology Cutoff Year-wise Trends

The section below shows year-wise trends in KMCT Kozhikode M.S Otorhinolaryngology Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the KMCT Kozhikode M.S Otorhinolaryngology program in 2024 was closed at the 55672 rank across all categories.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, KMCT Kozhikode ranks 160 out of 632 colleges in India and 13th in state Kerala for its M.S Otorhinolaryngology program.

• 53 out of 57 under IIRF Medical Ranking 2025.

Read more on KMCT Kozhikode Rankings here

KMCT MS ENT FAQs

Ques. What is MS Otorhinolaryngology and is it the same as MS ENT?

Ans. Yes, MS Otorhinolaryngology is the full name for MS ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat). The course covers the diagnosis and surgical management of diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head and neck. It is a 3-year postgraduate surgical degree recognised by NMC and affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences at KMCT Medical College.

Ques. What is the total fee for MS ENT at KMCT Medical College?

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year MS ENT course is approximately Rs. 60.73 lakhs for merit/management quota candidates (tuition fee Rs. 58.27 lakhs plus special fee Rs. 2.46 lakhs), as per the Kerala Fee Regulatory Committee's approved fee structure for 2026-27. NRI quota candidates pay approximately Rs. 1.24 crore for the full course. Hostel charges are additional and optional.

Ques. What are the career prospects after MS ENT from KMCT Medical College?

Ans. MS ENT graduates can work as consultant ENT surgeons in hospitals, ENT clinics, and private practice. They can pursue super-specialisation in head and neck oncology, neurotology, rhinology, or laryngology. ENT specialists are in steady demand across India, with opportunities in both urban hospitals and rural healthcare settings.

Ques. Does KMCT Medical College have adequate ENT infrastructure for MS training?

Ans. KMCT Medical College Hospital has a dedicated ENT department equipped with modern surgical facilities including endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), microlaryngoscopy, and audiological testing. The hospital handles a significant volume of ENT cases, providing PG students with comprehensive hands-on training in both routine and complex ENT procedures.

Ques. How competitive is MS ENT at KMCT Medical College?

Ans. MS ENT at KMCT has a seat intake of 2 per year, making it competitive. The NEET PG cutoff score for MS ENT at KMCT in 2023 was around 452 (management quota, general category), indicating moderate to high competition. Candidates with a strong NEET PG score have a good chance of securing a seat through either AIQ or state quota counselling.

Ques. Can candidates from outside Kerala apply for MS ENT at KMCT?

Ans. Yes, 50% of MS ENT seats at KMCT are filled through MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling, which is open to candidates from across India. Candidates from outside Kerala can apply through the AIQ route at mcc.nic.in. The remaining 50% are filled through Kerala State CEE counselling, primarily for Kerala domicile candidates.