Master of Surgery [M.S]
Fees
Fees at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program include an annual tuition fee of 100,000 INR. The hostel fee is 12,000 INR per year, excluding additional mess charges which vary. Additional costs include a service fee of 2,500 INR, an examination fee of 5,800 INR per year, and a one-time caution deposit of 14,000 INR, which is refundable after course completion.
Various scholarships are available, including the Post Matric Scholarship for SC, ST, and OBC students, and the Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana for students who meet academic criteria, requiring an income threshold of less than 6 lakhs INR for eligibility. These scholarships can cover the entire tuition fee. The total program cost, inclusive of fees over the entire duration, is estimated between 5- 6 lakh INR.
About Master of Surgery [M.S]
Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College (MGMMC), Indore, established in 1948, is one of central India’s premier government medical colleges, affiliated to Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University (MPMSU) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). MGMMC offers Master of Surgery (MS) in four surgical specializations: E.N.T., General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Orthopaedics. All programmes are 3-year full-time degrees. Total fees are ₹3,04,500 for the full programme (₹1,01,500 per year), and MS residents receive a monthly stipend from the Madhya Pradesh government. Admission is through NEET-PG merit, with 50% AIQ seats via MCC and 50% state quota seats via DME Madhya Pradesh.
MS admissions at MGMMC for 2026 are proceeding through NEET-PG 2026 (exam: August 30, 2026). NEET-PG registration closed on May 7, 2026. State and AIQ counselling rounds are expected in November to December 2026, with classes beginning in January 2027.
Key Points
- Government medical college with no management or NRI quota; seats filled strictly by NEET-PG merit through MCC AIQ and DME MP state counselling.
- MS residents receive a government stipend: ₹65,000/month in year 1, ₹67,000/month in year 2, and ₹69,000/month in year 3.
- MGMMC’s large tertiary care hospital in Indore provides high-volume surgical exposure across all four MS specializations.
- MP domicile candidates are eligible for 50% state quota seats; all NEET-PG qualified candidates can participate in AIQ counselling.
MGMMC MS Fees 2026
Fee Structure
| Specialization | Annual Tuition Fee | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|---|
| ENT / General Surgery / Obstetrics and Gynaecology / Orthopaedics | ₹1,01,500 | ₹3,04,500 |
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
- MS residents receive a monthly government stipend (₹65,000 / ₹67,000 / ₹69,000 per year of training) which significantly offsets the annual tuition fee.
- Hostel charges of ₹12,000 to ₹18,000 per year are separate and subject to revision.
MGMMC MS Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Registration Closed | May 7, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | October 2026 |
| MCC PG AIQ Counselling Round 1 | November 2026 |
| DME MP State Quota PG Counselling | November to December 2026 |
| MS Reporting and Classes Begin | January 2027 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 | May 7, 2026 (closed) | August 30, 2026 | October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from a recognized institution with 50% aggregate (General/EWS/OBC) or 40% (SC/ST) in the final professional examination.
- Completion of 1-year compulsory rotatory internship and registration with the Medical Council or NMC.
- Valid NEET-PG score meeting the minimum qualifying percentile: 50th for General/EWS/OBC, 40th for SC/ST as per NMC norms.
Admission Process
- Appear in NEET-PG and secure a qualifying percentile.
- Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for AIQ PG counselling, or on the DME MP portal for MP state quota counselling.
- Fill preferences and select MGMMC Indore with the relevant MS specialization during counselling.
- Attend document verification and pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.
- Report to MGMMC on the prescribed date to begin the MS programme.
MGMMC MS Scholarships 2026
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per central government norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority candidates; income criterion applies |
| MP Post-Matric Scholarship (State) | As per MP state norms | SC/ST/OBC candidates domiciled in Madhya Pradesh |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship (Merit) | ₹12,000 per year | Family income below ₹8,00,000/year; merit-based |
- Central scholarships are applied through the NSP portal (scholarships.gov.in); MP state scholarships through the official MP scholarship portal.
- Given the government-regulated fee and monthly stipend, education loans from nationalised banks remain a backup option for hostel and living costs.
MGMMC MS FAQs
Ques. What is the monthly stipend for MS residents at MGMMC Indore?
Ans. MS residents at MGMMC Indore receive a monthly government stipend of ₹65,000 in the first year, ₹67,000 in the second year, and ₹69,000 in the third year, as per Madhya Pradesh government norms. Over the full 3-year programme, the total stipend received exceeds ₹24,00,000, which is far above the total tuition fee of ₹3,04,500.
Ques. Is there a service bond after completing MS at MGMMC?
Ans. Government medical colleges in Madhya Pradesh typically require PG medical students to serve a bond period in rural or government health facilities after completing the degree. The bond terms, duration, and financial penalty for breach are set by the MP state government and may change. Candidates should confirm the current bond conditions with MGMMC’s academic section or the MP DME office before accepting the seat.
Ques. What NEET-PG rank is typically needed for MS at MGMMC Indore?
Ans. MGMMC Indore is a reputed government medical college, and MS seats are limited per specialization. Competitive specializations like General Surgery and Orthopaedics generally see tighter closing ranks. For the MP state quota, candidates with MP domicile have a separate merit list. Reviewing previous years’ MCC AIQ and DME MP closing ranks for each specialization is the most reliable way to gauge where you stand.
Ques. Can candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh get MS admission at MGMMC?
Ans. Yes. 50% of MGMMC’s MS seats are under the All India Quota (AIQ), open to all NEET-PG qualified candidates regardless of domicile through MCC counselling. The remaining 50% are MP state quota seats, available only to candidates with MP domicile. So any candidate from any state can get an AIQ seat at MGMMC if their NEET-PG rank is within the closing rank for the chosen specialization.
Ques. Does the stipend continue if an MS resident takes leave at MGMMC?
Ans. Stipend continuity during leave periods is governed by MP state government residency policy. Sanctioned medical leave generally does not interrupt the stipend, but unauthorized absence or extension beyond the programme period may affect it. Residents should refer to MGMMC’s postgraduate residency regulations and the relevant MP health department circular for the exact policy.