Master of Chirurgiae [M.Ch]
About Master of Chirurgiae [M.Ch]
Seth GS Medical College (GSMC), Parel, Mumbai, offers Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch) across 5 surgical super-specializations: Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neuro Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Urology. All are 3-year full-time super-specialty surgical programmes approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, conducted at KEM Hospital. Fees are ₹2,83,200 per specialization (₹94,400 per year); M.Ch residents receive a monthly stipend under Maharashtra government norms. Admission is through NEET SS followed by Maharashtra DMER super-specialty counselling. An external review site ranks GSMC Mumbai 15 in its 2026 India Medical Colleges list.
NEET SS 2025 was held on December 26-27, 2025 and results were declared on January 28, 2026. Maharashtra DMER super-specialty counselling for 2025-26 was completed in early 2026. The next NEET SS 2026 notification is expected in October 2026; check nbe.edu.in for official dates and dmer.org for counselling updates.
Key Points
- 5 M.Ch super-specialty surgical programmes at KEM Hospital, one of the busiest public tertiary care hospitals in Asia, providing intensive high-volume operative training across all five disciplines.
- Uniform fees of ₹2,83,200 over 3 years; government M.Ch residents receive a monthly stipend that partially offsets the annual tuition cost.
- NEET SS is the sole admission route; all seats are government quota allocated through Maharashtra DMER super-specialty counselling with no management quota.
- M.Ch from GSMC Mumbai qualifies graduates for faculty positions (Assistant Professor) in surgical super-specialty departments at NMC-recognized medical colleges and for super-specialist consultant roles.
GSMC M.Ch Fees 2026
Fee Structure
| Specialization | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| M.Ch Cardiothoracic Surgery | 3 Years | ₹2,83,200 |
| M.Ch Neuro Surgery | 3 Years | ₹2,83,200 |
| M.Ch Paediatric Surgery | 3 Years | ₹2,83,200 |
| M.Ch Plastic Surgery | 3 Years | ₹2,83,200 |
| M.Ch Urology | 3 Years | ₹2,83,200 |
- Fees are based on Maharashtra government super-specialty fee structures; verify the exact 2026-27 amount at kem.edu or the MUHS admissions portal.
- Government M.Ch residents receive a monthly stipend under Maharashtra state norms; confirm the current stipend amount with GSMC administration.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
GSMC M.Ch Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET SS 2025 Result | January 28, 2026 |
| Maharashtra DMER Super-Specialty Counselling 2025-26 | February-March 2026 |
| NEET SS 2026 Notification (Next Cycle) | October 2026 |
- All NEET SS 2025 dates have passed; 2026-27 M.Ch admission follows NEET SS 2026, notification expected October 2026 on nbe.edu.in.
- Maharashtra DMER super-specialty counselling schedule is notified on dmer.org after NEET SS results are declared.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MS degree in the relevant surgical base discipline (as specified by NBE for each M.Ch specialization) from an NMC-recognized medical college; eligible base degrees are listed in the NBE NEET SS information bulletin at nbe.edu.in.
- Valid NEET SS score for the applicable admission cycle; NEET SS is mandatory for all M.Ch admissions at government medical colleges including GSMC Mumbai.
- Completed MS training and fulfilled NBE/NMC residency requirements for the specific M.Ch discipline.
Admission Process
- Register for NEET SS 2026 on nbe.edu.in when the notification is released (expected October 2026).
- After NEET SS result, register for Maharashtra DMER super-specialty counselling at dmer.org.
- Upload required documents: MS degree, NEET SS scorecard, NMC/State Medical Council registration certificate.
- Participate in online choice filling and seat allotment based on NEET SS merit rank.
- Report to GSMC Mumbai with the allotment letter and original documents within the deadline; complete MUHS enrolment to begin the M.Ch programme.
GSMC M.Ch Scholarships 2026
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Government Monthly Stipend | As per Maharashtra state norms | All government M.Ch residents at GSMC |
| ICMR Research Fellowship | ₹37,000/month + HRA | Research-focused super-specialty residents; apply at icmr.gov.in |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | As per government norms | Eligible category candidates; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- Government M.Ch super-specialty residents receive a monthly stipend; confirm the current amount with GSMC as it partially offsets annual tuition costs.
- SC/ST/OBC candidates should apply for NSP post-matric scholarships at scholarships.gov.in by the annual October 31 deadline.
GSMC M.Ch FAQs
Ques. Which M.Ch specializations are offered at GSMC Mumbai, and what base MS degree is required?
Ans. GSMC Mumbai offers M.Ch in Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neuro Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Urology. Each M.Ch specialization requires an MS degree in a relevant surgical base discipline as specified by NBE. For example, M.Ch Neuro Surgery typically requires MS General Surgery or MS Neurosurgery; M.Ch Urology requires MS General Surgery or equivalent. Always verify the exact eligible base degrees in the current NBE NEET SS information bulletin at nbe.edu.in before applying.
Ques. How competitive are M.Ch seats at GSMC Mumbai through NEET SS?
Ans. M.Ch seats at GSMC Mumbai are among the most sought-after in India given the college’s NIRF rank 11 and KEM Hospital’s unmatched surgical caseload in a public tertiary setting. The number of seats per specialization is very limited (typically 1-2 per discipline); a top NEET SS rank is essential. Refer to previous DMER super-specialty counselling closing ranks for realistic benchmarking, as official cutoffs are not published by NBE or DMER.
Ques. What is the difference between a DM and an M.Ch at GSMC?
Ans. Both DM (Doctorate of Medicine) and M.Ch (Master of Chirurgiae) are 3-year super-specialty degrees admitted through NEET SS. DM is for medical super-specializations (Cardiology, Endocrinology, etc.), while M.Ch is for surgical super-specializations (Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neuro Surgery, Urology, etc.). They are equivalent in academic level; a DM or M.Ch is required for faculty (Assistant Professor) posts in super-specialty departments at medical colleges.
Ques. Does GSMC Mumbai receive M.Ch candidates through All-India Quota or only through state quota?
Ans. GSMC Mumbai is a Maharashtra government medical college. Super-specialty (M.Ch/DM) seats at government colleges are filled through state-level DMER super-specialty counselling based on NEET SS merit. There is a 50% All-India Quota and 50% state quota allocation for super-specialty government seats; however, the exact seat matrix and quota split for GSMC is notified by DMER in the counselling brochure each year. Confirm the current seat matrix on dmer.org.
Ques. After M.Ch from GSMC, can I apply for faculty positions or fellowships abroad?
Ans. Yes. An M.Ch from GSMC Mumbai qualifies graduates for Assistant Professor posts at NMC-recognized medical colleges and for senior surgical registrar and consultant posts at government and private tertiary hospitals. For international fellowships, an M.Ch from a NIRF-ranked government medical college like GSMC is a strong credential; many graduates pursue fellowships in the UK (FRCS pathway), USA, and Australia. NMC recognition and MUHS affiliation ensure the degree is recognized for further academic and professional credentials.