Doctor of Medicine [MD]
About Doctor of Medicine [MD]
Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (MGIMS), Sevagram, Wardha, Maharashtra, offers a 3-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) programme across 17 specialisations, affiliated with Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). A distinctive feature is the mandatory 1-year service bond requiring graduates to serve at MGIMS or a designated institution after PG. Total fee for all specialisations is ₹7,52,000 for 3 years; all PG residents receive a monthly stipend of ₹65,800. MGIMS ranks 230 in an external review site’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list and is NAAC A+ accredited.
MGIMS MD admissions for the 2026-27 session are based on NEET PG 2026 results (exam: August 30, 2026). MCC AIQ and CETCELL Maharashtra state quota counselling are expected from November 2026, with classes commencing in December 2026.
Key Points
- 17 MD specialisations at a NAAC A+ institution: Anaesthesia, Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, Microbiology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry, Radiodiagnosis, Radiology, and Radiotherapy.
- Uniform government-level fee of ₹7,52,000 for 3 years; monthly stipend of ₹65,800 throughout the programme; hostel at a nominal ₹4,000/year.
- Admission through NEET PG merit: 50% AIQ via MCC counselling (mcc.nic.in) and 50% Maharashtra state quota via CETCELL Maharashtra PG Medical counselling.
- Mandatory 1-year service bond: after PG completion, residents must serve 1 year at MGIMS or a designated institution; non-compliance penalty is ₹50,00,000.
- Ranks 230 in an external review site’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list; affiliated with MUHS Nashik and located at Gandhi Ashram, Sevagram.
MGIMS MD Fees 2026
Fee Structure
| Specialisations | Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel charges separate) |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia, Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, Microbiology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry, Radiodiagnosis, Radiology, Radiotherapy | ₹7,52,000 |
- All PG residents receive a monthly stipend of ₹65,800 paid by MGIMS throughout the 3-year programme.
- Hostel rent is ₹4,000/year; mess charges are billed separately by the hostel committee.
- Fees sourced from the Maharashtra State Fee Determination Committee (SFDC); may be revised per SFDC notification.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
MGIMS MD Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET PG Registration | April 7 to May 7, 2026 |
| NEET PG Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG Result | October 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Counselling (Round 1) | November 2026 |
| CETCELL Maharashtra PG Counselling | November 2026 |
| Reporting and Classes Commence | December 2026 |
- AIQ seats: register at mcc.nic.in; Maharashtra state quota: register on the CETCELL Maharashtra PG Medical portal; both processes run concurrently after NEET PG results.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).
- Completion of Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI) on or before the date specified in the MCC/CETCELL Maharashtra notification.
- Valid NEET PG 2026 score meeting the NMC qualifying percentile; registration with a state medical council or the NMC.
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET PG 2026 on August 30, 2026.
- Register for MCC AIQ MD/MS counselling at mcc.nic.in and CETCELL Maharashtra PG Medical counselling for state quota.
- Fill choice of college and specialisation; accept the allotted seat and pay counselling security deposit.
- Report to MGIMS with original documents and sign the mandatory 1-year service bond before first-year fee payment and enrolment.
MGIMS MD Scholarships 2026
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | Family income below ₹6,00,000/year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/VJ/NT/OBC) | As per Maharashtra government norms | Maharashtra domicile; reserved category; apply via mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in |
| Minority Scholarship (Central) | As per government norms | Students from minority communities; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- Government scholarship applications typically open between August and October each academic year; apply on time to avoid missing the deadline.
- MGIMS also offers institutional assistance for economically weaker students on a need basis; contact the Dean’s office for details.
MGIMS MD FAQs
Ques. What is the 1-year service bond at MGIMS, and what happens if a graduate does not comply?
Ans. All MD graduates from MGIMS are required to serve for one year at MGIMS Wardha or a designated institution after completing the programme. This bond is signed at the time of admission and is a condition of enrolment. Non-compliance attracts a penalty of ₹50,00,000 (fifty lakhs). The bond reflects MGIMS’s commitment to healthcare access in rural Maharashtra; graduates who intend to pursue further studies or move abroad immediately after PG should carefully consider this condition before accepting admission.
Ques. Is the ₹65,800 monthly stipend at MGIMS paid even for basic science MD branches?
Ans. Yes. The monthly stipend of ₹65,800 is provided to all PG residents at MGIMS throughout the 3-year programme, regardless of whether the specialisation is a clinical branch (General Medicine, Paediatrics, Radiodiagnosis) or a basic science branch (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Pharmacology). This stipend, combined with the low hostel cost of ₹4,000/year, makes MGIMS one of the more financially accessible private/aided MD institutions in Western India.
Ques. How are seats distributed between AIQ and Maharashtra state quota at MGIMS?
Ans. 50% of MGIMS MD seats are filled through MCC all-India quota (AIQ) counselling at mcc.nic.in and are open to candidates from all states on NEET PG merit. The remaining 50% are filled through CETCELL Maharashtra PG Medical counselling and are generally reserved for Maharashtra domicile holders. Candidates from outside Maharashtra may apply for AIQ seats; eligibility for state quota seats depends on current Maharashtra state counselling norms.
Ques. What is the significance of MGIMS being located at Sevagram Wardha near Gandhi Ashram?
Ans. MGIMS was founded in 1969 at Sevagram, the village associated with Mahatma Gandhi’s ashram, with a mission of providing healthcare to rural and underserved communities. The institution’s ethos emphasises community medicine, rural health outreach, and socially oriented medical training. MD students, particularly in Community Medicine, benefit from this rural health focus and exposure to primary health centre-level challenges, which is rarely available at urban medical colleges.
Ques. Does MGIMS Wardha have both Radiodiagnosis and Radiology listed as MD specialisations?
Ans. Yes. MGIMS lists both MD Radiodiagnosis and MD Radiology as separate entries, reflecting different NMC seat nomenclature for what is functionally the same specialisation. "Radiodiagnosis" is the current NMC-approved name while "Radiology" is an older name; both may appear in MCC and CETCELL seat matrices. Candidates should cross-check the specific NMC seat matrix for the 2026-27 cycle to confirm the exact names under which MGIMS seats are listed before making preferences.