Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
at Sri Rama Chandra Bhanja Medical College and Hospital - [SCBMCH]
Fees
Fees at Sri Rama Chandra Bhanja Medical College and Hospital for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program have a structured financial layout. The annual tuition fee starts at INR 30,000 for the first year and decreases by approximately INR 8,000 each subsequent year. Over the 5-year duration, the total cost is approximately INR 500,000. Hostel fees are around INR 14,000 per year for 4.5 years, while mess fees are charged separately based on consumption.
Additional costs include a caution fee of INR 10,000, a registration fee of INR 3,000, and an admission fee of INR 38,000 in the first year. Various scholarships are available for students, including the KALIA Scholarship up to INR 80,000, PRERANA Scholarship up to INR 50,000, VIKASH Scholarship up to INR 25,000, and the Foundation for Excellence Scholarship up to INR 40,000. These financial aids depend on the student's category and economic background, potentially covering a significant portion of the expenses.
About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Shri Ram Chandra Bhanja Medical College and Hospital (SCBMCH), Cuttack, is one of the premier government medical colleges in Eastern India, established in 1944. The 5.5-year MBBS program offers 250 seats with admission through NEET-UG scores. Total tuition for the full course comes to INR 83,990, making it among the most affordable MBBS programs in Odisha. The college is affiliated with the Odisha University of Health Sciences and approved by the NMC.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- 250 MBBS seats annually, highest single-campus intake among Odisha government medical colleges
- Clinical training at SCB Hospital serving Eastern Odisha’s largest tertiary care patient base
- MBBS interns receive a monthly stipend plus Dearness Allowance throughout the internship year
SCBMCH MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (full 4.5-year course) | INR 83,990 |
| Hostel Charges (full 4.5-year course) | INR 44,980 |
| Total Fees | INR 1,28,970 |
- Annual tuition is set by the Odisha State Level Fee Determination Committee and varies by year.
- First-year admission charges including registration and caution deposit are additional.
- Hostel accommodation is available on campus at nominal annual charges.
SCBMCH MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Registration Closed | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Exam | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Result Declared | July 20, 2026 |
| OJEE State Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| MCC AIQ Round 1 Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- 85% seats are filled through OJEE Odisha state counselling at ojee.nic.in.
- 15% All India Quota seats are filled through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General, OBC, and EWS categories and 40% for SC and ST
- Valid NEET-UG 2026 score meeting the minimum qualifying percentile as per NMC norms
- Minimum age of 17 years by December 31, 2026
- Odisha domicile candidates are preferred for state quota seats and All India Quota is open to all eligible candidates
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 with the required minimum percentile as per NMC norms
- State Quota candidates register on the OJEE portal at ojee.nic.in for Odisha MBBS counselling
- AIQ candidates register on the MCC portal at mcc.nic.in during the declared window
- Submit document verification proof during the prescribed period after registration
- Fill and lock preferences during the choice-filling window and await seat allotment
- Report to SCBMCH with verified documents and pay fees to confirm the seat
✓ Opt for this if
- Odisha domicile candidate seeking the state’s top government MBBS college
- Targeting clinical exposure at a 2,800-bed tertiary care hospital in Eastern India
- Looking for one of the most affordable MBBS programs in Odisha
- Planning to practice or pursue PG in Odisha or Eastern India after MBBS
✗ Skip if
- Non-Odisha candidate with limited state quota access (85% seats for Odisha domicile)
- Seeking a college with a higher national NIRF ranking or metro-city location
- NEET-UG rank in General category beyond the typical closing rank for SCBMCH
- Looking for modern campus infrastructure or access to a larger metro city
SCBMCH MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Odisha Post-Matric Scholarship (PRERANA) | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/EBC students with Odisha domicile |
| Medhabruti Scholarship (Odisha) | INR 10,000 per year | Merit-based, state-funded for eligible Odisha domicile students |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 20,000 per year | 12th marks above 80th percentile, family income below INR 8 Lakhs |
- PRERANA scholarship applications open annually at scholarship.odisha.gov.in.
- Central government scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
SCBMCH MBBS FAQs
Ques. How many MBBS seats does SCBMCH Cuttack offer and how are they distributed?
Ans. SCBMCH Cuttack offers 250 MBBS seats each year. Of these, 212 seats (85%) are filled through OJEE Odisha state counselling, primarily available to Odisha domicile candidates. The remaining 38 seats (15%) fall under the All India Quota and are filled through MCC centralized NEET-UG counselling at mcc.nic.in, open to candidates from all states.
Ques. What is the total MBBS fee at SCBMCH Cuttack for the full course?
Ans. The total tuition fee at SCBMCH Cuttack for the 4.5-year MBBS course is INR 83,990. Hostel charges for the same period amount to INR 44,980, bringing the combined total to INR 1,28,970. Annual tuition is determined by the Odisha State Level Fee Determination Committee and varies slightly each year.
Ques. What stipend do MBBS interns receive at SCBMCH Cuttack?
Ans. MBBS interns at SCBMCH Cuttack receive a monthly stipend of INR 28,050 along with Dearness Allowance during the compulsory one-year rotating medical internship. This is one of the higher intern stipend packages among Odisha government medical colleges and helps students manage living expenses during their final year.
Ques. What is the Odisha MBBS counselling process for SCBMCH admission?
Ans. The OJEE Cell, Odisha conducts centralized MBBS counselling based on NEET-UG scores. Candidates register at ojee.nic.in, complete document verification, and fill college preferences online. The process runs through multiple rounds including Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy rounds. SCBMCH Cuttack typically attracts the top NEET ranks in each round due to its position as the leading government medical college in Odisha.
Ques. Can SCBMCH MBBS graduates pursue PG at the same college?
Ans. Yes. SCBMCH Cuttack offers a wide range of MD/MS postgraduate programs across clinical and non-clinical specialties. After clearing NEET-PG, graduates can apply for PG seats at SCBMCH through state counselling or MCC AIQ. The college’s large hospital and faculty strength make it a preferred PG destination for MBBS graduates in Eastern India.