Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Stanley Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program are structured to be affordable as it is a government institution. The annual tuition fee for MBBS students ranges between Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 13,610 for the first year and reduces to around Rs. 10,500 in subsequent years. Students from reserved categories, such as SC, SCA, and ST, may benefit from reduced fees, approximately Rs.
9,000 annually. The college provides several scholarships, including government community scholarships and the first graduate scholarship. Additionally, support is extended through the Stanley Trust, particularly for financially disadvantaged students. Examination fees are approximately Rs. 11,000 annually, and hostel fees are variable, typically ranging from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 7,000 per month, depending on usage. These fee structures are conducive to students receiving government scholarships, especially for those from government schools, who may have their tuition and hostel fees covered by the state.
About Doctorate of Medicine [DM] (Cardiology)
Stanley Medical College (SMC), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, offers DM (Cardiology) as a 3-year super-specialty degree affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), Chennai and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). SMC has 4 seats in DM (Cardiology), making it one of the few government institutions in Tamil Nadu with this programme. Training takes place at Government Stanley Hospital (1,700+ beds), offering a wide range of clinical cases. The programme covers interventional and non-interventional cardiology, echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation and angiography, electrophysiology, pacemaker implantation, management of acute coronary syndromes, heart failure, valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, and cardiac emergencies in a high-volume tertiary referral hospital with an active cardiac unit. Total fees are ₹1,80,000 for the 3-year course (government-regulated rate). Admission is through NEET-SS, with seats filled via MCC AIQ counselling and Tamil Nadu state quota counselling. An external review site ranks Stanley Medical College 50 in the 2026 India Medical Colleges list.
NEET-SS 2025 was held on December 26-27, 2025, and results were declared on January 28, 2026. MCC NEET-SS counselling for DM (Cardiology) 2025-26 seats was tentatively under way in March-April 2026. NEET-SS 2026 (for 2026-27 admission) is expected in December 2026; registration was tentatively expected in September-October 2026. Monitor mcc.nic.in and tnmedicalselection.net for counselling updates.
Key Points
- DM (Cardiology) at Stanley Medical College is a government-funded programme with total fees of only ₹1,80,000 for 3 years, making it among the most affordable super-specialty DM training options in Tamil Nadu.
- Intake is 4 seats in DM (Cardiology); seats are highly competitive and filled through NEET-SS merit via TN state quota and AIQ counselling.
- DM residents receive monthly government stipends: ₹52,447 (Year 1), ₹53,543 (Year 2), ₹56,275 (Year 3).
- Government Stanley Hospital is a 1,700+ bed tertiary referral centre serving Chennai and surrounding regions; DM residents gain exposure to complex cases across a high-volume clinical setting with both emergency and elective presentations.
- Stanley Medical College is affiliated to TNMGRMU and recognised by NMC; the DM degree qualifies for specialist practice and fellowship applications.
SMC Chennai DM Cardiology Fees
DM Cardiology Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | ₹50,000 |
| Annual Special Fee | ₹10,000 |
| Total Fees (3-year course) | ₹1,80,000 |
- Total fee of ₹1,80,000 covers tuition (₹50,000/year) and special fee (₹10,000/year) for 3 years, as per the Tamil Nadu Super Specialty (DM/M.Ch) Prospectus 2025-26 (tnmedicalselection.net, dated March 2026). Additional one-time charges (library, caution deposit, university registration) may apply; verify with the college before admission.
- DM residents at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges receive monthly government stipends: Year 1 ₹52,447, Year 2 ₹53,543, Year 3 ₹54,636.
- Government service bond obligations may apply to DM trainees as per Tamil Nadu government norms.
SMC Chennai DM Cardiology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-SS 2025 Exam | December 26-27, 2025 |
| NEET-SS 2025 Results | January 28, 2026 |
| MCC NEET-SS 2025-26 Counselling (AIQ) | March-April 2026 (Tentative) |
| TN Super Specialty Counselling 2025-26 | April-May 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET-SS 2026 Registration | September-October 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET-SS 2026 Exam | December 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET-SS | Sep-Oct 2026 (Tentative) | December 2026 (Tentative) | January 2027 (Tentative) |
- NEET-SS 2025 was held on December 26-27, 2025; results were declared on January 28, 2026. NEET-SS 2026 (for 2026-27 batch) is tentatively expected in December 2026.
- DM (Cardiology) residents receive monthly government stipends of ₹52,447 (Year 1), ₹53,543 (Year 2), and ₹54,636 (Year 3).
- Tamil Nadu state quota and MCC AIQ seat distribution applies; confirm the seat matrix for DM from official MCC and TN counselling portals each cycle.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MD (General Medicine) degree from an NMC-recognised medical college with a valid medical council registration.
- Postgraduate degree must be complete at the time of joining; valid medical council registration mandatory.
- Valid NEET-SS score; no upper age limit for super-specialty admission.
Admission Process
- Register for NEET-SS through the official NTA/NBE portal once the notification is released.
- Appear for NEET-SS exam; results are declared by the National Board of Examinations.
- Register for MCC NEET-SS AIQ counselling at mcc.nic.in (AIQ seats).
- Tamil Nadu state quota candidates register through the TN Health and Family Welfare Department portal (tnmedicalselection.net).
- Participate in online seat allocation rounds; download the provisional allotment letter.
- Report to Stanley Medical College on the allotted date with original documents (MD (General Medicine) degree certificate, medical council registration, NEET-SS scorecard).
SMC Chennai DM Cardiology Scholarships 2026
DM Cardiology Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | ₹12,000/year | Top 20% in Class 12 Board; income below ₹8 lakh/year; scholarships.gov.in |
| SC/ST/OBC/Minority Post-Matric Scholarship | Variable | Government of India norms; income-based; scholarships.gov.in |
| Tamil Nadu Government Merit Scholarship | Variable | Merit-based; applicable to government college students; TN higher education dept |
| National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship | ₹12,000/year | Income below ₹3.5 lakh/year; merit in Class 8 exam; scholarships.gov.in |
| Education Loan (IBA Model Scheme) | Up to ₹20 lakh | Nationalised banks; no collateral up to ₹7.5 lakh |
- Apply for central scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after admission; deadlines typically fall in October-November each year.
- Tamil Nadu government merit scholarships are disbursed through the college; contact the college scholarship office for eligibility and application procedures.
As mentioned, SMC Chennai offers admission to DM Cardiology program based on NEET-SS rank. SMC Chennai NEET-SS Cutoff 2024 rank is 1601 for the General category. Check SMC Chennai Cutoff
SMC Chennai DM Cardiology Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in SMC Chennai DM Cardiology Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the SMC Chennai DM Cardiology program in 2024 was closed at the 1601 rank , whereas in 2023, the closing rank was 1210 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2024 | Cutoff rank 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 984 | 1210 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, SMC Chennai ranks 46 out of 632 colleges in India and 4 in state Tamil Nadu for its DM Cardiology program.
- 55 out of 70 under IIRF Medical Ranking 2025.
Read more on SMC Chennai Rankings here
SMC Chennai DM Cardiology FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for DM (Cardiology) at Stanley Medical College?
Ans. The total fee for DM (Cardiology) at Stanley Medical College is ₹1,80,000 for the 3-year programme, comprising annual tuition (₹50,000/year) and annual special fee (₹10,000/year) as per the Tamil Nadu Super Specialty (DM/M.Ch) Prospectus 2025-26 (tnmedicalselection.net). Additional one-time charges may apply; verify with the college. Residents also receive monthly government stipends.
Ques. How many DM (Cardiology) seats are available at Stanley Medical College?
Ans. Stanley Medical College has 4 seats in DM (Cardiology) as per the NEET-SS 2025 seat matrix. Seats are filled via MCC AIQ NEET-SS counselling (AIQ quota) and Tamil Nadu state quota counselling. Given the limited seats, the programme is highly competitive. Confirm the latest seat matrix from the official MCC and TN portals each counselling cycle.
Ques. What is the eligibility for DM (Cardiology) at Stanley Medical College?
Ans. Candidates must hold a MD (General Medicine) degree from an NMC-recognised institution, with a valid medical council registration. Admission is based on NEET-SS score. The postgraduate degree must be completed before the date of joining the DM programme. There is no upper age limit.
Ques. Do DM residents at Stanley Medical College receive a stipend?
Ans. Yes. DM residents at Tamil Nadu government medical colleges including Stanley receive monthly government stipends: ₹52,447 in Year 1, ₹53,543 in Year 2, and ₹54,636 in Year 3. This effectively makes the cost of training very low when combined with the government-regulated tuition of ₹1,80,000 for 3 years.
Ques. What clinical exposure does DM (Cardiology) at Stanley provide?
Ans. Government Stanley Hospital is a 1,700+ bed major tertiary referral centre in Chennai, with a busy inpatient and outpatient load. DM residents work in a high-volume setting with a wide range of cardiology cases including both routine and complex presentations. The public hospital's referral base from across Tamil Nadu ensures diverse exposure throughout the 3-year programme.