Master of Surgery [M.S]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Nalanda Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program are quite affordable due to its status as a government institution. The annual tuition fees range from approximately 6,000 INR to 12,000 INR, with some variation based on academic year and special quotas. Initial admission, tuition, and miscellaneous fees can reach around 27,000 INR without hostel accommodation, and approximately 40,000 INR with hostel included.
Examination fees and additional university fees are separate, with exam fees around 9,500 INR annually. Incremental increases in tuition happen year-on-year, but typically only affect new batches. Various scholarships are available from the Bihar state government and private organisations, assisting economically weaker sections and academic achievers. During the mandatory internship year, students receive a monthly stipend of around 20,000 INR.
About Master of Surgery [M.S]
Nalanda Medical College and Hospital (NMCH), Patna, affiliated to Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS), Patna, and NMC recognised, offers the Master of Surgery (MS) in three specialisations: ENT, General Surgery, and Orthopaedics. All three are 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical programmes at this Bihar government institution. Total fees are ₹45,000 for the 3-year course at the government rate of ₹15,000 per year. Admission is through NEET-PG followed by Bihar state PG counselling.
For 2026, NEET-PG registration opens April 7, 2026 to May 7, 2026 (tentative), with the exam on August 30, 2026. Bihar state PG counselling for MS seats follows the result declaration.
Key Points
- Three MS specialisations at a Bihar government college: ENT, General Surgery, and Orthopaedics.
- Government-rate total fees of ₹45,000 for the 3-year programme (₹15,000/year).
- Admission through NEET-PG merit and Bihar state PG counselling.
- Monthly stipend payable to MS residents as per Bihar state government norms.
- NMCH Patna is a major tertiary referral hospital serving central Bihar with diverse surgical caseload.
NMCH Patna MS Fees 2026
NMCH charges government-rate fees of ₹15,000 per year for MS programmes, totalling ₹45,000 for the complete 3-year course. The fee is the same across all three MS specialisations. Hostel accommodation is available separately at government rates.
Fee Structure
| Course Name | Per Year | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|---|
| MS (ENT), MS (General Surgery), MS (Orthopaedics) | ₹15,000 | ₹45,000 |
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
NMCH Patna MS Admission 2026
Admission to MS programmes at NMCH Patna is through NEET-PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations. Eligible MBBS graduates with completed internship participate in Bihar state PG counselling or the All India Quota round via MCC.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-PG 2026 Registration | April 7, 2026 to May 7, 2026 |
| NEET-PG 2026 Admit Card | August 26, 2026 |
| NEET-PG 2026 Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET-PG 2026 Result | September/October 2026 |
| Bihar State PG Counselling | October/November 2026 |
- Dates are based on the NBE NEET-PG 2026 schedule; check Bihar state health department for state counselling dates.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college with a completed internship certificate.
- Valid NEET-PG 2026 scorecard meeting the minimum qualifying percentile prescribed by NMC.
- Bihar state domicile for state quota seats; All India Quota candidates participate through MCC counselling.
Admission Process
- Register for NEET-PG 2026 through the National Board of Examinations portal in April/May 2026.
- Participate in Bihar state PG counselling or MCC All India Quota counselling using your NEET-PG rank.
- Upload required documents including MBBS degree, internship certificate, NEET-PG scorecard, and Bihar domicile certificate.
- Report to NMCH Patna on the allotted joining date with original documents and fee payment.
NMCH Patna MS Scholarships 2026
NMCH Patna MS students can avail NSP Post-Matric Scholarships and Bihar state welfare schemes. Monthly stipend is provided to all MS residents as per Bihar state government norms.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | Bihar domicile candidates from eligible income groups | As notified |
| Bihar SC/ST/OBC Scholarship | As per scheme norms | Candidates from reserved categories with Bihar domicile | As announced |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | As per government norms | As per National Scholarship Portal criteria | As announced |
- Verify scholarship details at the National Scholarship Portal and Bihar scholarship portal before applying.
NMCH Patna MS FAQs
Ques. Is NMCH Patna a good government college for MS in Bihar, and how does it compare to Patna Medical College?
Ans. NMCH is affiliated to Bihar University of Health Sciences and serves as a major tertiary referral hospital in central Bihar. Both NMCH and PMCH (Patna Medical College and Hospital) are Bihar government colleges, but PMCH generally has higher surgical volumes and longer institutional history. For MS training, the choice between the two often comes down to NEET-PG rank and seat availability. NMCH still offers strong government-rate fees of ₹45,000 total and good surgical exposure.
Ques. What is the NEET-PG rank range needed for MS seats at NMCH Patna?
Ans. Cutoffs vary each year based on total Bihar state PG applicants and NMCH seat availability. MS General Surgery and MS Orthopaedics tend to require higher ranks than MS ENT. Checking previous-year Bihar state PG counselling closing ranks for NMCH Patna gives the most reliable estimate. AIQ cutoffs for NMCH are typically tighter due to limited AIQ seats.
Ques. Does the Bihar state bond apply to MS students at NMCH Patna?
Ans. Bihar government-funded PG medical seats at state colleges typically carry a service bond requiring graduates to serve in Bihar government health services for a specified period after completion. Bond duration and financial penalty are published in the Bihar state PG counselling brochure. Candidates should review current bond terms before accepting a Bihar state quota seat at NMCH or any other government college.
Ques. What is the scope of MS ENT from NMCH Patna?
Ans. MS ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) graduates from NMCH Patna work as ENT surgeons in government and private hospitals, or start independent ENT clinics. The degree opens doors to sub-specialty training in head and neck surgery, otology, rhinology, and laryngology. Bihar government health services have regular ENT surgeon vacancies for which MS ENT from a BUHS-affiliated government college is a qualifying degree.
Ques. Can I pursue M.Ch after completing MS General Surgery at NMCH Patna?
Ans. Yes. MS General Surgery from NMCH Patna is an NMC-recognised degree and qualifies graduates for NEET-SS to pursue M.Ch in super-specialty surgical streams such as Paediatric Surgery, CVTS, Plastic Surgery, Neuro Surgery, or Surgical Oncology. NEET-SS is conducted annually by the National Board of Examinations and is open to all MS General Surgery graduates regardless of their college.