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 Master of Chirurgiae [M.Ch]
Stanley Medical College (SMC), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, offers Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch) super-specialty surgical programmes across 7 specializations: Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Neuro Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology, Urology, and Vascular Surgery. Each programme is a 3-year full-time super-specialty degree affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Combined intake is 26 seats across all specializations (CVTS: 2, Neuro Surgery: 3, Paediatric Surgery: 2, Plastic Surgery: 6, Surgical Gastroenterology: 6, Urology: 5, Vascular Surgery: 2), filled via MCC AIQ and Tamil Nadu state quota NEET-SS counselling. Total fees are ₹1,80,000 for the 3-year programme across all M.Ch specializations, at government-regulated rates. Training takes place at Government Stanley Hospital, a 1,700+ bed tertiary referral centre in Chennai. 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 January 28, 2026. MCC Super Specialty Counselling for 2025-26 M.Ch seats was under way in February-March 2026. NEET-SS 2026 (for 2026-27 admission) details are yet to be announced; monitor the official NBE and MCC portals.
Key Points
- Government-regulated M.Ch fees of ₹1,80,000 for 3 years apply uniformly across all 7 M.Ch specializations at SMC, among the most affordable super-specialty surgical training options in India.
- M.Ch residents receive monthly government stipends: ₹52,447 (Year 1), ₹53,543 (Year 2), ₹54,636 (Year 3) across all specializations.
- Government Stanley Hospital (1,700+ beds) provides high-volume super-specialty surgical exposure; referrals from across Tamil Nadu ensure diverse case complexity in all M.Ch disciplines.
- SMC offers 7 distinct M.Ch specializations in one campus, enabling trainees to benefit from shared super-specialty academic activity across surgical disciplines.
- All 26 M.Ch seats are filled through NEET-SS merit via MCC AIQ and Tamil Nadu state quota; no management quota at this government institution.
SMC MCh Fees 2026
Fee Structure
| Course Name | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|
| M.Ch (Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery) | ₹1,80,000 |
| M.Ch (Neuro Surgery) | ₹1,80,000 |
| M.Ch (Paediatric Surgery) | ₹1,80,000 |
| M.Ch (Plastic Surgery) | ₹1,80,000 |
| M.Ch (Surgical Gastroenterology) | ₹1,80,000 |
| M.Ch (Urology) | ₹1,80,000 |
| M.Ch (Vascular Surgery) | ₹1,80,000 |
- Fees of ₹1,80,000 cover 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).
- Additional one-time charges (library, caution deposit, university registration) may apply; verify with the college before admission.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
SMC MCh Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-SS 2025 Exam | December 26-27, 2025 |
| NEET-SS 2025 Result | January 28, 2026 |
| MCC Super Specialty Counselling 2025-26 | February-March 2026 |
| M.Ch Joining (2025-26 batch) | March-April 2026 |
| NEET-SS 2026 | To be announced |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| NEET-SS 2025 | December 26-27, 2025 | January 28, 2026 |
- NEET-SS 2025 results were declared January 28, 2026. NEET-SS 2026 (for 2026-27 batch) notification has not been released; monitor the official NBE and MCC portals for updates.
- Tamil Nadu state quota and MCC AIQ seat distribution applies for all M.Ch specializations; confirm the seat matrix from mcc.nic.in and tnmedicalselection.net each cycle.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MS (General Surgery) or specialty-equivalent MS as per NMC M.Ch guidelines for the target specialization.
- Postgraduate degree must be completed before the date 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 NBE portal once the notification is released.
- Register for MCC Super Specialty counselling at mcc.nic.in for AIQ seats, or tnmedicalselection.net for Tamil Nadu state quota.
- Participate in online seat allocation rounds and download the provisional allotment letter.
- Report to Stanley Medical College with original documents: MS degree certificate, medical council registration, and NEET-SS scorecard.
SMC MCh Scholarships 2026
Available Scholarships
| 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; 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 scholarship office for eligibility and application procedures.
SMC MCh FAQs
Ques. Is the fee the same for all M.Ch specializations at Stanley Medical College?
Ans. Yes. All 7 M.Ch specializations at SMC carry a government-regulated total fee of ₹1,80,000 for the 3-year programme, comprising ₹50,000/year tuition and ₹10,000/year special fee. This applies uniformly across all specializations. Minor one-time charges (library, caution deposit, university registration) may vary; confirm with the college before joining.
Ques. Which M.Ch specializations at SMC have the most seats?
Ans. M.Ch Plastic Surgery and M.Ch Surgical Gastroenterology each have the highest intake at 6 seats, followed by M.Ch Urology (5), M.Ch Neuro Surgery (3), and M.Ch CVTS, Paediatric Surgery, and Vascular Surgery (2 each), for a combined total of 26 seats as per the NEET-SS 2025 seat matrix. Confirm the latest seat matrix from the official MCC and TN counselling portals each cycle.
Ques. What MS degree is required for M.Ch at SMC?
Ans. For most M.Ch specializations at SMC, an MS (General Surgery) degree from an NMC-recognised institution is required. M.Ch Plastic Surgery additionally accepts MS (Plastic Surgery). For M.Ch CVTS, eligibility is MS General Surgery or equivalent as per NMC M.Ch CVTS guidelines. The postgraduate degree must be complete before joining; valid medical council registration is mandatory for all specializations.
Ques. Do M.Ch residents at SMC receive a monthly stipend?
Ans. Yes. M.Ch 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. The cumulative stipend over 3 years substantially exceeds the total course fee of ₹1,80,000, making M.Ch training at SMC effectively self-funded for residents.
Ques. How is the M.Ch admission process at SMC different from MD/MS?
Ans. M.Ch at SMC requires a valid NEET-SS score (super-specialty entrance), unlike MD/MS which require NEET-PG. NEET-SS is conducted separately from NEET-PG. After results, seats are allocated through MCC Super Specialty AIQ counselling and Tamil Nadu state quota super-specialty counselling. Eligibility requires a completed MS degree, not just MBBS, making this a second-level postgraduate programme.