University College of Medical Sciences - [UCMS]

Admission to MD and MS programmes at UCMS, New Delhi is strictly through NEET-PG, with no management quota or direct admissions available. Seats are divided equally between All India Quota (AIQ) seats, filled through MCC PG counselling at mcc.nic.in, and Delhi State Quota seats, filled by FMSC Delhi counselling at dghs.delhi.gov.in. AIQ is highly competitive, with general category closing ranks among the top few hundred nationally; Delhi state quota is comparatively accessible but requires valid Delhi domicile. UCMS MBBS graduates benefit from a Delhi University institutional quota preference in PG admissions across DU-affiliated medical colleges. Students familiar with the process note that MCC online counselling is well-organised, though document verification and joining formalities at GTB Hospital require advance preparation.

Table of Contents

1. Admission Process and Timeline
2. UCMS PG Programmes at a Glance
3. UCMS MD Admission 2026
4. UCMS MS Admission 2026
5. Frequently Asked Questions

Admission Process and Timeline

UCMS admits students to MD and MS programmes once a year based on NEET-PG scores. Applicants register for NEET-PG 2026 at natboard.edu.in, appear for the exam on August 30, 2026, and then participate in centralised counselling based on their rank. For All India Quota seats (50% of total), registration is done at mcc.nic.in; for Delhi State Quota seats (50% of total), candidates with Delhi domicile register at dghs.delhi.gov.in.

Both channels run multiple rounds including Round 1, Round 2, and a Mop-up round to fill all seats. Candidates submit specialisation preferences online and receive provisional allotment letters after each round. They must report to UCMS by the joining deadline specified in the seat allotment letter, carrying all original documents for verification.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

UCMS PG Programmes at a Glance

UCMS MD Admission 2026

Admission Process

MD admission at UCMS is based exclusively on NEET-PG rank through two quota channels. For All India Quota seats (50% of total), candidates register and participate in MCC PG counselling at mcc.nic.in. The remaining 50% (Delhi State Quota) is filled through FMSC Delhi counselling at dghs.delhi.gov.in, which requires Delhi domicile.

After result declaration, candidates fill in specialisation preferences online across multiple counselling rounds. Provisional allotment letters are issued after each round. Candidates must report to UCMS by the deadline in their allotment letter. UCMS offers 16 MD specialisations, all carrying the same fee structure.

Eligibility Criteria

• MBBS from an institution recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
• Valid registration with MCI, NMC, or any State Medical Council.
• Compulsory rotating internship completed before the date of joining the MD seat.
• Valid NEET-PG 2026 score at or above the cutoff percentile notified by MCC or FMSC Delhi for the respective quota.

Important Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Additional Details

• Year 1 fee of ₹73,120 includes the annual academic fee and one-time charges (admission fee, DU registration, ID card, alumni, university enrolment).
• Annual fee from Year 2 is ₹39,440.
• Caution money of ₹10,000 (refundable on completion) is payable at admission and is excluded from Total Fees.
• Optional hostel fee of ₹40,200/year is payable separately and not included in Total Fees.

UCMS MS Admission 2026

Admission Process

MS admission at UCMS follows the same NEET-PG based two-channel counselling framework as MD. All India Quota seats are filled through MCC PG counselling at mcc.nic.in; Delhi State Quota seats go through FMSC Delhi at dghs.delhi.gov.in. Candidates need Delhi domicile for the state quota channel. UCMS offers MS in three surgical specialisations: Obstetrics and Gynaecology, General Surgery, and Orthopaedics.

After seat allotment, candidates must report to UCMS on the date specified in their allotment letter with all original documents. The joining process involves document verification at UCMS and formalities at GTB Hospital, where MS residents train.

Eligibility Criteria

• MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution with valid medical council registration.
• One year of compulsory rotating internship completed before the date of joining.
• Valid NEET-PG score; no upper age limit for PG medical admission.

Important Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Additional Details

• Year 1 fee of ₹73,120 includes the annual academic fee and one-time admission charges (DU registration, ID card, alumni, university enrolment).
• Annual fee from Year 2 is ₹59,440.
• Caution money of ₹10,000 (refundable on completion) is payable at admission and is excluded from Total Fees.
• Optional hostel fee of ₹40,200/year is payable separately and not included in Total Fees.

UCMS MD MS Admission FAQs

Ques. Does UCMS give preference to its own MBBS graduates for MD/MS admissions?

Ans. Yes. UCMS MBBS graduates are eligible for a Delhi University institutional quota preference in PG admissions at DU-affiliated medical colleges, including UCMS, MAMC, and LHMC. This gives them an edge over outside candidates competing in the open Delhi state quota category, making the path to MD/MS specialisation considerably smoother for in-house MBBS graduates.

Ques. What is the monthly stipend for UCMS MD/MS students, and does it cover the tuition fees?

Ans. PG residents at UCMS receive a monthly stipend of ₹1,10,500 to ₹1,16,673 credited by GTB Hospital, where they train, starting from the date of joining. Given the total three-year tuition fee of ₹1,52,000 for MD and ₹1,92,000 for MS, the stipend more than covers the cost of the programme within the first two months alone.

Ques. Can candidates from outside Delhi apply for Delhi State Quota seats at UCMS?

Ans. No. Delhi State Quota seats at UCMS require valid Delhi domicile. Candidates from other states can only compete for All India Quota (AIQ) seats through MCC PG counselling at mcc.nic.in. AIQ covers 50% of total PG seats at UCMS.

Ques. What original documents are needed at the time of reporting to UCMS after seat allotment?

Ans. Carry the original MBBS degree certificate and marksheets, internship completion certificate, medical council registration certificate (state or NMC), NEET-PG scorecard, MCC or FMSC seat allotment letter, valid ID proof, passport-size photographs, and caution money of ₹10,000 payable at admission. Missing any document at the time of joining can delay or cancel your seat.

Ques. Which is more competitive: AIQ or Delhi State Quota at UCMS for MD/MS?

Ans. AIQ is significantly more competitive since it draws applicants from across India for a limited number of seats, with closing ranks for popular specialisations like General Medicine, Paediatrics, Dermatology, and General Surgery typically falling among the top few hundred nationally. Delhi state quota is more accessible for domicile candidates, though high-demand specialisations close early in both channels.

Ques. If I miss Round 1 of MCC counselling for UCMS, can I still get a seat in subsequent rounds?

Ans. Yes. MCC PG counselling has Round 1, Round 2, and a Mop-up round. Unfilled seats from Round 1 carry forward to later rounds. However, popular specialisations typically fill by Round 2, so late rounds offer fewer choices. Registering on time for Round 1 and keeping your preference list broad gives you the best shot at your preferred specialisation.