Doctor of Medicine [MD]

Seth GS Medical College (GSMC), Mumbai offers Doctor of Medicine (MD) across 18 specializations as 3-year full-time postgraduate degree programmes approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik. The programmes span clinical disciplines including Anaesthesia, Anaesthesiology, General Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Psychiatry, Pulmonary Medicine, Radiodiagnosis, Dermatology, and Immunohematology & Blood Transfusion, along with basic medical sciences such as Anatomy, Biochemistry, Forensic Medicine, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, and Community Medicine. All training is conducted at KEM Hospital, one of Mumbai’s largest public tertiary-care teaching hospitals. Total fees are ₹2,83,200 (₹94,400/year) across all 18 specializations; government MD residents additionally receive a monthly stipend of ₹65,791-66,913. Admission is through NEET PG 2026.

NEET PG 2026 registration closed on May 7, 2026 and the exam is scheduled for August 30, 2026. Maharashtra DMER PG Medical counselling for MD seat allotment is expected in October-November 2026, with programme commencement in November-December 2026.

Key Points

• NMC-approved 3-year MD programme at a government college with 150+ years of history and one of the largest attached public hospitals in India.
• 18 specializations available, covering both high-demand clinical streams and research-oriented basic science disciplines under one roof at KEM Hospital.
• Uniform fees of ₹2,83,200 across all specializations; government MD residents receive a monthly stipend of ₹65,791-66,913, effectively offsetting the annual fee.
• Admission purely through NEET PG rank and DMER counselling; 50% AIQ seats via MCC and 50% Maharashtra state-quota seats via DMER.
• Research infrastructure at KEM Hospital enables access to ICMR and DBT fellowships for dissertation-stage MD students.

GSMC MD Fees 2026

All 18 MD specializations at GSMC Mumbai carry a uniform fee of ₹2,83,200 for the complete 3-year programme (₹94,400 per year). Government MD residents also receive a monthly stipend of ₹65,791-66,913.

Fee Structure

• Annual fee: ₹94,400/year for all MD specializations.
• Government MD residents receive a monthly stipend of ₹65,791-66,913, which exceeds the annual fee amount.
• Fees is subject to change. Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

GSMC MD Admission 2026

Admission to all GSMC MD programmes is based on NEET PG 2026 rank. Seats are filled through MCC counselling (AIQ, 50%) and Maharashtra DMER PG Medical counselling (state quota, 50%). All candidates must have completed MBBS and a one-year compulsory rotating internship.

Important Dates

• All dates are based on prior-year patterns; check nbe.edu.in for NEET PG updates and dmer.org for DMER counselling schedule.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Entrance Exam Dates

Eligibility Criteria

• MBBS from an NMC-recognised medical college; compulsory one-year rotating internship completed before admission.
• Valid NEET PG 2026 score with rank in the eligible range for MD at GSMC Mumbai (government seat).
• Registration with Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) or any State Medical Council at the time of admission.

Admission Process

• Register and appear for NEET PG 2026 on nbe.edu.in (exam date: August 30, 2026).
• After NEET PG result, check Maharashtra DMER PG Medical counselling notification on dmer.org.
• Register on the DMER counselling portal, pay the registration fee, and upload required documents (MBBS degree, internship certificate, NEET scorecard, MMC/State Council registration).
• Participate in choice filling, locking, and seat allotment rounds based on NEET PG merit.
• Accept the allotted seat online and report to GSMC Mumbai with original documents within the stipulated deadline.
• Complete GSMC/MUHS enrolment formalities and begin the MD programme.

GSMC MD Scholarships 2026

GSMC MD students are eligible for research fellowships as well as central and state government scholarship schemes. Government MD residents additionally receive a monthly stipend that effectively covers the annual tuition fee.

Available Scholarships

• Government MD residents receive a monthly stipend (₹65,791-66,913) which exceeds the annual fee, making the programme self-sustaining for most candidates.
• Research-oriented MD students can apply for ICMR or DBT fellowships during their third year for dissertation projects.

GSMC MD FAQs

Ques. What is the monthly stipend for GSMC MD residents, and is it enough to cover Mumbai living costs?

Ans. Government MD residents at GSMC receive approximately ₹65,791-66,913 per month in stipend. Since the annual fee is ₹94,400 (just over one month’s stipend), residents effectively net a positive income after paying fees. However, Mumbai is expensive: hostel/accommodation outside the provided resident quarters, food, and commute can cost ₹15,000-25,000/month depending on lifestyle. Most GSMC MD residents stay in the college’s provided PG hostel to reduce costs significantly.

Ques. What is the difference between GSMC’s MD (Anaesthesia) and MD (Anaesthesiology) - are they the same programme?

Ans. Both MD (Anaesthesia) and MD (Anaesthesiology) appear as separate course listings at GSMC due to legacy differences in MUHS and NMC nomenclature across academic cycles. In practice, both are 3-year NMC-approved MD degrees in the same specialty that qualify you as a specialist anaesthesiologist. At the time of DMER counselling, check the current year’s brochure to confirm seat counts and whether both listings are active; preference filling and seat allotment treat them as distinct specialty codes.

Ques. How are GSMC MD seats split between AIQ and Maharashtra state quota?

Ans. 50% of GSMC government MD seats go to the All India Quota (AIQ), filled by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) through centralised NEET PG merit. The remaining 50% are Maharashtra state-quota seats filled through DMER PG Medical counselling, open to candidates with Maharashtra domicile. Candidates from outside Maharashtra compete primarily in the AIQ round. A small number of seats may be reserved under institutional or management quota depending on DMER rules for a given year.

Ques. Are GSMC MD basic science seats (Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, etc.) a good career choice, or should I target clinical MD only?

Ans. GSMC basic science MD seats are genuinely competitive and well-regarded. Candidates pursuing Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Community Medicine, or Forensic Medicine at GSMC benefit from strong faculty mentorship, access to KEM Hospital’s research infrastructure, and a respected MUHS degree. These streams lead naturally to academic/faculty careers, research positions, and combined ICMR/DBT fellowship work. If a clinical MD seat is out of reach in the current NEET PG cycle, a GSMC basic science MD is a solid and respectable alternative.

Ques. Does completing MD at GSMC require a government service bond in Maharashtra?

Ans. As per available information, there is no mandatory rural or government service bond attached to GSMC government-quota MD seats in Maharashtra. Bond requirements are distinct from some state PG scholarship or sponsored-seat schemes and can change with government notifications. Always confirm the current DMER counselling brochure and GSMC admission terms at the time of seat acceptance before assuming no bond applies.

Ques. What research opportunities are available to MD students at GSMC through KEM Hospital?

Ans. KEM Hospital’s high patient load and GSMC’s affiliation with MUHS create a strong environment for clinical research during the MD dissertation phase. Third-year MD students can apply for ICMR Junior Research Fellowships (₹37,000/month + HRA) or DBT JRFs for dissertation-linked projects. The hospital’s departments in Microbiology, Pathology, Biochemistry, and clinical specialties have active research programmes and collaborations with national institutes. Students interested in academic careers typically find GSMC’s research culture substantially better than smaller teaching hospitals.