Doctorate of Medicine [DM]

Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (SIMSRC), Bangalore, offers 3-year DM programmes in 3 superspecialties, Cardiology, Endocrinology, and Interventional Radiology, approved by NMC and NBE. Fees range from INR 10,50,000 (Cardiology) to INR 1,50,00,000 (Interventional Radiology) for the full programme. Admission is through NEET-SS and MCC/DGHS centralised counselling. SIMSRC’s 1,070-bed teaching hospital supports clinical training across all three superspecialties.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open November 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• Cardiology track: training in cardiac catheterisation, echocardiography, and electrophysiology
• Endocrinology track: high-volume OPD in diabetes, thyroid, pituitary, and metabolic bone disease
• Interventional Radiology track: dedicated DSA and biplane fluoroscopy suite for procedures

SIMSRC DM Fees 2026

• Fees shown are total tuition for the full 3-year programme.
• Hostel and examination charges are billed separately.
• Fees are subject to change, please verify with official sources.

SIMSRC DM Admission 2026

Important Dates

• NEET-SS is mandatory for all DM admissions at SIMSRC.
• All India Quota counselling is conducted by MCC and DGHS.
• State Medical Council registration is required before joining.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• DM Cardiology: MD or DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or equivalent from an NMC or NBE-recognised institution.
• DM Endocrinology: MD or DNB in General Medicine from an NMC or NBE-recognised institution.
• DM Interventional Radiology: MD or DNB in Radiodiagnosis from an NMC or NBE-recognised institution.
• Permanent registration with a State Medical Council under the Indian Medical Council Act.
• NEET-SS qualification at the prescribed percentile cutoff for the respective superspecialty.

Admission Process

• Register and appear for NEET-SS during the November to December 2026 examination window.
• Verify NEET-SS results and check eligibility for the preferred DM superspecialty seats.
• Participate in MCC/DGHS centralised counselling for All India Quota seats.
• Contact SIMSRC directly for institutional quota seat availability and joining dates.
• Complete document verification and pay the prescribed fees to confirm admission.

✓ Opt for this if

• MD/DNB holders targeting NEET-SS DM at RGUHS institution in Bangalore
• Cardiologists wanting cath lab training at a lower fee than most private colleges
• Radiodiagnosis specialists seeking DM IR with dedicated interventional suite
• Candidates content with RGUHS-affiliated DM credential for South India practice

✗ Skip if

• Candidates prioritising AIIMS, PGIMER, or top government DM training centres
• Superspecialists planning international practice needing globally recognised credentials
• Candidates for whom DM IR fee of INR 1,50,00,000 is prohibitive
• Those requiring combined research output from a premier academic DM institute

SIMSRC DM Scholarships 2026

• Education loans are available for superspecialty medical programmes.
• NBE residents may receive stipend support as per NBE guidelines.

SIMSRC DM FAQs

Ques. What is the fee difference between SIMSRC DM Cardiology and DM Interventional Radiology?

Ans. DM Cardiology at SIMSRC costs INR 10,50,000 for the full 3-year programme, which is the lowest among the three available DM specialisations. DM Endocrinology costs INR 45,00,000 and DM Interventional Radiology costs INR 1,50,00,000 for 3 years. The significant fee difference reflects the procedural infrastructure and specialisation cost of each track. Hostel charges are not included in any of these figures.

Ques. Is the same NEET-SS exam applicable for all three DM specialisations at SIMSRC?

Ans. Yes. All three DM programmes at SIMSRC require NEET-SS qualification, but in different streams: Cardiology and Endocrinology require NEET-SS in the General Medicine or Paediatrics stream, and Interventional Radiology requires NEET-SS in the Radiodiagnosis stream. Candidates must check the specific feeder MD/DNB stream accepted for each DM superspecialty before applying.

Ques. What is the eligibility difference between DM Cardiology and DM Endocrinology at SIMSRC?

Ans. DM Cardiology accepts MD or DNB in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or equivalent, giving it a wider feeder base. DM Endocrinology requires specifically MD or DNB in General Medicine. Both require permanent State Medical Council registration and NEET-SS qualification in the relevant superspecialty. Candidates from Paediatrics background can apply for DM Cardiology but not DM Endocrinology at SIMSRC.

Ques. Do SIMSRC DM residents receive a stipend during the 3-year training period?

Ans. NBE-enrolled DM residents at SIMSRC may receive a stipend as per NBE norms where applicable. The stipend amount and eligibility depend on NBE guidelines for the specific superspecialty. Education loans of up to INR 30 to 40 Lakhs per year are also available through scheduled banks for candidates who need financial support during the programme.

Ques. What procedural training does SIMSRC DM Interventional Radiology provide?

Ans. SIMSRC’s DM Interventional Radiology programme uses a dedicated interventional suite with DSA (digital subtraction angiography) and biplane fluoroscopy equipment. Residents receive training in vascular, non-vascular, and neurointerventional procedures as well as CT and ultrasound-guided interventions. Procedural logs and case conferences are part of the curriculum to prepare residents for superspecialty hospital or academic practice.

Ques. What kind of careers do SIMSRC DM graduates typically pursue?

Ans. DM Cardiology graduates typically set up as consultant cardiologists in multispecialty hospitals or start independent cardiac practices. DM Endocrinology graduates join as consultant endocrinologists or diabetologists in hospitals and specialty clinics. DM Interventional Radiology graduates work in interventional suites at private or public hospitals. All three tracks lead to NMC and NBE-recognised superspecialty qualifications valid across India.