Master of Surgery [M.S]
at Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre - [SIMSRC]
About Master of Surgery [M.S]
Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (SIMSRC), Bangalore, offers the Master of Surgery (MS) in four specialisations: E.N.T., General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Orthopaedic Surgery, affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). All programmes are 3 years full-time. Management quota fees range from INR 91,22,250 to INR 1,87,22,250. Admission is through NEET PG 2026. SIMSRC is NAAC A graded.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. NEET PG 2026 registration closes 7 July 2026.
Key Points
- 1,070-bed multi-speciality teaching hospital provides high-volume surgical training across all four MS specialisations
- Government-quota fees regulated by Karnataka’s Fee Regulatory Committee and are substantially lower than management quota fees
- MS graduates eligible for NEET-SS super-speciality (DM/MCh) pathways at recognised institutions after completing MS
- Both All India Quota and Karnataka state-quota seats available through MCC and RGUHS/KEA counselling
SIMSRC MS Fees 2026
Management quota fees vary by specialisation and range from INR 91,22,250 (MS E.N.T.) to INR 1,87,22,250 (MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology) for the 3-year programme. Government-quota fees are regulated by Karnataka’s Fee Regulatory Committee and are substantially lower. Hostel and examination charges are billed separately.
| Course | Management Quota Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|
| MS E.N.T. | INR 91,22,250 |
| MS General Surgery | INR 97,22,250 |
| MS Orthopaedic Surgery | INR 1,21,22,250 |
| MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology | INR 1,87,22,250 |
- Management quota fees shown above; government-quota fees are regulated separately.
- Hostel and examination charges are billed separately.
- Education loans are available through scheduled banks.
- Verify fees with official sources before taking admission.
SIMSRC MS Admission 2026
Admission to all MS specialisations at SIMSRC Bangalore is through NEET PG 2026. All India Quota seats are allotted through MCC PG counselling and Karnataka state-quota seats through RGUHS/KEA counselling. Management-quota seats are filled directly by SIMSRC as per NMC guidelines.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Registration | Jun 7 to Jul 7, 2026 |
| NEET PG Admit Card | Jul 18, 2026 |
| NEET PG Examination | Aug 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG Result | September 2026 |
| MCC PG Counselling (AIQ) | October to November 2026 |
| RGUHS/KEA Counselling (State Quota) | November 2026 |
- Register for NEET PG 2026 at natboard.edu.in.
- AIQ seats through MCC PG counselling at mcc.nic.in.
- Permanent State Medical Council registration required before joining.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from an NMC or MCI-recognised institution with at least 55% aggregate marks.
- Permanent registration with a State Medical Council under the Indian Medical Council Act.
- Valid NEET PG 2026 score meeting the qualifying percentile for the chosen specialisation.
Admission Process
- Register for NEET PG 2026 at natboard.edu.in (registration closes Jul 7, 2026).
- Download admit card on Jul 18, 2026 and appear for the exam on Aug 30, 2026.
- Check results in September 2026 and register for MCC PG counselling (October to November 2026) or RGUHS/KEA counselling (November 2026).
- Contact SIMSRC directly for management-quota seat availability after NEET PG results.
- Complete document verification and pay the prescribed fees to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- NEET PG qualifiers seeking surgical MS training in Bangalore teaching hospital
- Karnataka-domicile candidates targeting state-quota MS seats at regulated government fees
- Candidates planning surgical specialist careers in South India post-MS
- Candidates comfortable with management-quota fees for private Bangalore MS seat
- Graduates targeting RGUHS MS degree with NEET-SS eligibility for super-speciality
✗ Skip if
- Targeting MS training at AIIMS or a premier national government medical college
- Management quota fees ranging from INR 91 Lakhs to INR 1.87 Crore are prohibitive
- Needing high subspecialty volumes in robotics surgery or cochlear implant procedures
- Planning post-MS practice predominantly outside South India where brand recognition matters
SIMSRC MS Scholarships 2026
MS candidates at SIMSRC Bangalore may apply for central and Karnataka state scholarship schemes, as well as education loans through scheduled banks.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC PG students meeting income and merit criteria |
| Karnataka State Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state norms | Karnataka-domicile PG students from economically weaker sections |
| Education Loan | Up to INR 20 Lakhs | Eligible PG medical candidates through scheduled banks |
- Apply for central and state scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal.
- Education loans for postgraduate medical programmes available through scheduled banks.
- Confirm scholarship details with SIMSRC admissions before applying.
SIMSRC MS FAQs
Ques. Are government-quota MS seats at SIMSRC Bangalore available and what are the fees?
Ans. Yes, SIMSRC Bangalore has government-quota and management-quota MS seats across all four specialisations. Government-quota fees are regulated by the Karnataka State Fee Regulatory Committee and are substantially lower than the management quota fees shown in the fees table. Candidates eligible for government-quota seats must participate in MCC PG counselling (AIQ) or RGUHS/KEA counselling (state quota). The exact government-quota fee for 2026-27 should be confirmed with SIMSRC’s admissions office or the Karnataka Fee Regulatory Committee.
Ques. Can candidates from outside Karnataka get MS seats at SIMSRC Bangalore?
Ans. Yes. All India Quota (AIQ) MS seats at SIMSRC Bangalore are open to NEET PG qualifiers from any state through MCC PG counselling at mcc.nic.in. Karnataka state-quota seats are reserved for domicile candidates through RGUHS/KEA counselling. Management-quota seats can be applied for directly with SIMSRC regardless of domicile, subject to NMC guidelines.
Ques. What is the surgical training environment like at SIMSRC for MS residents?
Ans. SIMSRC’s 1,070-bed multi-speciality teaching hospital in Bangalore provides high-volume surgical training across all four MS specialisations. Residents receive progressive operative exposure under senior faculty supervision, supplemented by journal clubs, case presentations, grand rounds, and mortality and morbidity reviews. Assessment is through continuous internal evaluation and RGUHS university theory and practical examinations. The hospital’s breadth across surgical specialities supports cross-disciplinary exposure during the 3-year residency.
Ques. Is the SIMSRC MS degree valid for NEET-SS super-speciality training after completion?
Ans. Yes. The MS degree from SIMSRC is awarded by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka, and is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). RGUHS-affiliated MS graduates are eligible to appear for NEET-SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Super Specialties) for DM or MCh programmes at recognised institutions, subject to qualifying the NEET-SS examination.
Ques. How is the management quota admission process different from government quota at SIMSRC?
Ans. Government-quota seats are filled through centralised counselling: AIQ through MCC PG counselling at mcc.nic.in and state quota through RGUHS/KEA counselling. Management-quota seats are filled directly by SIMSRC in accordance with NMC and Karnataka government norms, with fees regulated differently. Candidates interested in management-quota seats should contact SIMSRC directly after NEET PG 2026 results are declared in September 2026 and provide their NEET PG scorecard.