Master of Surgery [M.S]

Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (MGIMS), Sevagram, Wardha, Maharashtra, offers Master of Surgery (MS) across four surgical specializations: E.N.T., General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Orthopaedics. All programmes are 3-year full-time degrees, affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Total fees for the full 3-year programme are ₹7,52,000 (hostel charges separate). MS residents receive a monthly stipend of ₹65,800 throughout the programme. Admission is through NEET-PG merit, with 50% AIQ seats via MCC and 50% Maharashtra state quota seats via CETCELL.

NEET-PG 2026 is scheduled for August 30, 2026. Registration closed on May 7, 2026. MCC AIQ and CETCELL Maharashtra counselling rounds are expected in November 2026, with joining at MGIMS projected in December 2026.

Key Points

• MGIMS Wardha is a Gandhi-founded institution with a rural health mission; MS training emphasizes community surgical practice alongside tertiary care.
• A mandatory 1-year service bond applies after completing the MS; the penalty for non-compliance is ₹50,00,000. Candidates must factor this in before accepting a seat.
• MS residents receive a monthly stipend of ₹65,800 throughout the 3-year programme, which over three years exceeds ₹23,00,000.
• Both AIQ (MCC) and Maharashtra state quota (CETCELL) seats are available; out-of-state candidates can apply for AIQ seats.

MGIMS MS Fees 2026

Fee Structure

• Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
• Hostel charges of ₹4,000 per year and mess charges are billed separately and are not included in the total above.
• Fee structure is subject to revision per Maharashtra State Fee Determination Committee (SFDC) notification.

MGIMS MS Admission 2026

Important Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Entrance Exam Dates

Eligibility Criteria

• MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized medical college with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).
• Completion of Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI) on or before the date specified in MCC or CETCELL Maharashtra admission notification.
• Valid NEET-PG 2026 qualification with the minimum score prescribed by MCC or NMC.
• Registration with a State Medical Council or the National Medical Commission.

Admission Process

• Qualify in NEET-PG 2026 conducted by NBEMS on August 30, 2026.
• Register for MCC AIQ MD/MS counselling (mcc.nic.in) for 50% AIQ seats after results.
• Maharashtra domicile candidates: register for CETCELL Maharashtra PG Medical counselling for state quota seats.
• Select MGIMS Wardha and the relevant MS specialization during preference filling.
• Accept the allotted seat, pay the counselling security deposit, and report to MGIMS with original documents.
• Sign the mandatory 1-year service bond before commencing the MS programme.

MGIMS MS Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• Central scholarships are applied through the NSP portal (scholarships.gov.in); Maharashtra state scholarships through mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in.
• Applications typically open between August and October each academic year; check the respective portals for deadlines.

MGIMS MS FAQs

Ques. Is the ₹50 lakh service bond at MGIMS Wardha real, and what are the implications?

Ans. Yes. All PG (MD/MS) graduates from MGIMS Wardha are required to serve for 1 year at MGIMS or a designated institution after completing the degree. Non-compliance attracts a bond penalty of ₹50,00,000. This is a firm institutional policy rooted in MGIMS’s rural health mission. Candidates must weigh this obligation before accepting a seat, particularly if they have plans for immediate super-specialization or work in another state post-MS.

Ques. How does the monthly stipend compare to the total MS fee at MGIMS Wardha?

Ans. MS residents at MGIMS receive ₹65,800 per month throughout the 3-year programme. Over 36 months, total stipend received exceeds ₹23,00,000, which is well above the ₹7,52,000 total tuition fee. For candidates who qualify for a seat, the stipend makes the programme financially manageable, though the service bond obligation must be factored in.

Ques. What NEET-PG rank is typically needed for MS at MGIMS Wardha?

Ans. MGIMS Wardha is a well-regarded private deemed university with a distinctive reputation. MS seats are small in number per specialization. General Surgery and Orthopaedics tend to be more competitive in the AIQ, while ENT and Obs and Gynae may have relatively easier closing ranks. Maharashtra state quota seats have a separate merit list for domicile candidates. Reviewing MCC AIQ and CETCELL Maharashtra closing ranks from previous cycles is the most reliable approach.

Ques. Can candidates from outside Maharashtra apply for MS at MGIMS Wardha?

Ans. Yes. 50% of MGIMS MS seats are under the All India Quota (AIQ), which is open to all NEET-PG qualified candidates regardless of state domicile through MCC counselling. The remaining 50% are Maharashtra state quota seats, accessible only to candidates with Maharashtra domicile through CETCELL counselling. Out-of-state candidates can compete for AIQ seats if their NEET-PG rank meets the closing rank for the specialization.

Ques. What makes MGIMS Wardha different from other Maharashtra medical colleges for MS?

Ans. MGIMS Wardha was founded on Gandhian principles and operates in a rural setting (Sevagram), which means MS residents get exposure to a broad case mix including rural surgical emergencies. The institution has a strong legacy in community and primary health orientation. However, the mandatory post-PG service bond and the rural campus are factors that suit candidates committed to community-focused surgical careers more than those aiming for urban corporate hospital practice immediately after graduation.