Doctor of Medicine [MD]
Accepted entrance exams
About Doctor of Medicine [MD]
Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool offers a three-year full-time MD programme across 20 specialisations under Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences. As a government medical college, all 20 specialisations carry a uniform total fee of INR 90,000 for three years. Admission is through NEET-PG via MCC All India Quota counselling and AP DRNTRUHS state counselling.
NEET-PG 2026 registration is underway, with the registration window closing July 7, 2026. The exam is scheduled for August 30, 2026. MCC AIQ counselling will begin in October 2026 and AP DRNTRUHS state counselling in November 2026. Admissions commence December 2026.
Key Points
- Government medical college status means all 20 MD specialisations carry the same fee of INR 90,000 total, with no premium for high-demand clinical tracks like Dermatology or Radiodiagnosis
- High-volume government teaching hospital case-mix gives trainees exposure to a broader range of public-sector conditions than most private medical colleges
- A one-year government service bond applies post-completion as per Andhra Pradesh state norms. Candidates should confirm current bond conditions with the college before admission
KMC Kurnool MD Fees 2026
Unlike private medical colleges, KMC Kurnool charges a uniform annual fee of INR 30,000 across all MD specialisations, with no differential for clinical or pre-clinical tracks.
| Specialisations | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia, Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, Microbiology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry, Radiodiagnosis, Social and Preventive Medicine, T.B. and Chest, Tuberculosis and Respiratory Medicine | INR 90,000 |
- Fees subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
- Annual fee of INR 30,000 payable at the start of each year.
- Hostel charges are separate and as applicable at the government hostel.
KMC Kurnool MD Admission 2026
Admission to all MD specialisations is through NEET-PG. Fifty percent of seats are filled via MCC AIQ counselling and the remaining fifty percent via AP DRNTRUHS state counselling. The NEET-PG exam is scheduled for August 30, 2026 with admissions commencing in December 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-PG Registration Closes | July 7, 2026 |
| NEET-PG Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET-PG Result | September 2026 |
| MCC PG Counselling Round 1 | October 2026 |
| AP DRNTRUHS PG Counselling | November 2026 |
| Admission Commencement | December 2026 |
- NEET-PG registration was underway in June 2026 through the NBE portal.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution with a completed mandatory one-year compulsory rotating internship by the counselling cutoff date.
- Valid NEET-PG score. Eligibility percentile and cutoff are determined by NMC and the respective counselling authority each year.
- Valid registration with the Medical Council of India or the respective State Medical Council.
Admission Process
- Register for NEET-PG through the NBE portal and appear for the exam on August 30, 2026.
- Register for MCC AIQ counselling after results for All India Quota seats, or AP DRNTRUHS counselling for state-quota seats.
- Fill specialisation preferences in the counselling portal. KMC Kurnool is listed under Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences.
- Accept the seat allotment and report to KMC Kurnool with MBBS degree, internship certificate, NEET-PG scorecard, and registration documents.
- Pay the first-year fee and complete enrolment with the KMC academic section. Classes commence in December 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Andhra Pradesh MBBS doctors targeting government hospital or teaching careers in AP after MD
- Candidates choosing any MD specialisation at a total cost of INR 90,000 for three years
- Doctors seeking high-volume government hospital case-mix for broad clinical training
- AP state-quota candidates with competitive NEET-PG ranks seeking a Dr. NTR University seat
✗ Skip if
- Doctors targeting premium tertiary hospitals in metros for postgraduate training
- Candidates who cannot comply with the one-year AP government service bond post-MD
- Those needing DM or MCh super-specialty infrastructure at the same institution
KMC Kurnool MD Scholarships 2026
MD students at KMC Kurnool may access state government scholarships for reserved category students and central merit-based schemes.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| AP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state scheme | SC/ST/OBC/EBC AP domicile students |
| Central Sector Scholarship | As per norms | Merit-based for eligible central government scheme students |
| National Scholarship Portal | Variable | As per NSP scheme criteria |
- Applications submitted through the AP state scholarship portal or NSP annually.
- Scholarship criteria subject to government norms for the respective academic year.
KMC Kurnool MD FAQs
Ques. What is the government service bond requirement for KMC Kurnool MD graduates?
Ans. A one-year government service bond in Andhra Pradesh applies to MD graduates from KMC Kurnool as per state norms. Candidates must confirm current bond conditions directly with the college, as the bond amount and duration may be revised by the AP government.
Ques. Why does KMC Kurnool charge the same fee for all MD specialisations including Dermatology and Radiodiagnosis?
Ans. KMC Kurnool is a government medical college funded by the state of Andhra Pradesh. Unlike private colleges, government colleges charge a uniform, state-regulated fee across all postgraduate specialisations regardless of demand or infrastructure cost, making the total fee INR 90,000 for any MD specialisation.
Ques. Can KMC Kurnool MD graduates apply for DM or MCh super-specialty programmes?
Ans. Yes. MD graduates from NMC-approved institutions including KMC Kurnool are eligible for NEET-SS and can apply for DM or MCh programmes at any NMC-approved college in India. The parent college’s government status does not affect super-specialty eligibility.
Ques. How many MD seats at KMC Kurnool are filled through AIQ and how many through AP state quota?
Ans. As per NMC regulations for government medical colleges, 50 percent of PG seats fall under the All India Quota filled through MCC counselling, and the remaining 50 percent are state-quota seats allotted through AP DRNTRUHS PG Medical Counselling.
Ques. Is the MD degree from KMC Kurnool valid for government hospital appointments across India?
Ans. Yes. KMC Kurnool is an NMC-approved government medical college affiliated with Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, a recognised university. MD degrees from NMC-approved institutions are accepted for government hospital appointments and teaching posts across all states as per NMC regulations.