Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]

Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR), Burla, Sambalpur, Odisha, offers MBBS over 4.5 years and is one of Odisha’s oldest and most established government medical colleges, affiliated to Sambalpur University and approved by NMC. The programme enrolls 200 students annually through NEET-UG. Total tuition for the course is INR 2,34,450, making VIMSAR one of the most affordable MBBS options in India. The 2025 AIQ NEET closing rank was 14,681.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• 1,000-bed on-campus VIMSAR Hospital for extensive clinical training across all major specialties
• 2025 AIQ NEET closing rank of 14,681, placing VIMSAR among competitive Odisha government MBBS colleges
• 85% of the 200 seats (170 seats) reserved for Odisha domicile candidates through state quota counselling

VIMSAR MBBS Fees 2026

• Mess and living costs add an estimated INR 60,000 to INR 1,00,000 per year separately.
• VIMSAR is a government college with highly subsidized fee structure compared to private medical colleges.

VIMSAR MBBS Admission 2026

• 15% of seats (30 seats) are filled through MCC AIQ counselling at mcc.nic.in.
• 85% of seats (170 seats) are filled through Odisha State NEET UG Counselling.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects.
• Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per NMC norms).
• Minimum age 17 years as of December 31, 2026.
• Valid NEET-UG 2026 scorecard is mandatory for counselling registration.
• Odisha domicile certificate required for state quota seats.

Admission Process

• Register and appear for NEET-UG 2026 at neet.nta.nic.in.
• Download result and scorecard after official declaration on Jul 16, 2026.
• For AIQ seats: register at mcc.nic.in and follow MCC counselling schedule.
• For state quota seats: register for Odisha State NEET UG Counselling on the official Odisha portal.
• Fill and lock college preferences during the choice filling window.
• Report to VIMSAR with original documents on or before the joining date after seat allotment.

✓ Opt for this if

• Odisha domicile student seeking a highly subsidized government MBBS.
• Have a NEET rank competitive enough for state quota at Odisha’s top government medical college.
• Want MBBS training at a large government hospital with wide patient diversity.
• Planning to serve in Odisha state health services after completing MBBS.

✗ Skip if

• Not from Odisha and NEET rank is below 15,000 for AIQ category.
• Need a metro city medical college for better networking and residency opportunities.
• Prefer a NIRF top-25 Medical institution for PG entrance competitiveness.

VIMSAR MBBS Scholarships 2026

• Applications for central scholarships are submitted at the National Scholarship Portal, scholarships.gov.in.
• Odisha students must also check the Odisha Scholarship Portal for state-specific deadlines and schemes.

VIMSAR MBBS FAQs

Ques. What NEET rank is needed for VIMSAR MBBS through AIQ and Odisha state quota?

Ans. For AIQ seats, the 2025 NEET closing rank at VIMSAR for the General category was 14,681 in Round 3. For Odisha state quota (85% of 200 seats), the cutoff rank is typically different and generally more competitive for Odisha domicile candidates. Candidates must check both MCC and Odisha State NEET UG Counselling cutoffs before finalising their preference list.

Ques. What is the total MBBS fee at VIMSAR for the full 4.5-year course?

Ans. VIMSAR charges a tuition fee of INR 52,100 per year. The total tuition for the 4.5-year academic course amounts to INR 2,34,450. Optional hostel accommodation adds INR 50,000 to INR 80,000 per year. VIMSAR is a state government medical college, making it one of the most cost-effective MBBS options in the country for eligible candidates.

Ques. How does Odisha state quota admission work at VIMSAR?

Ans. 85% of VIMSAR MBBS seats (170 out of 200) are filled through Odisha State NEET UG Counselling, conducted by the state government. Only candidates with valid Odisha domicile certificates are eligible for these seats. Registration is done through the Odisha state counselling portal and is separate from the MCC AIQ counselling process. Seat allotment is based on NEET rank and category-wise seat matrix.

Ques. What hospital facilities are available for MBBS clinical training at VIMSAR?

Ans. MBBS students at VIMSAR train at the VIMSAR Hospital, a 1,000-bed government teaching hospital on campus in Burla, Sambalpur. The hospital covers all major clinical specialties including general medicine, surgery, obstetrics, paediatrics, orthopaedics, and emergency medicine. The large patient volume from across western Odisha provides students with diverse clinical exposure throughout the MBBS programme.

Ques. What are the career options after MBBS from VIMSAR?

Ans. MBBS graduates from VIMSAR can appear for NEET-PG to pursue MD or MS specializations. Other paths include joining Odisha state health services, central government health positions, DNB residency programs, and international licensing exams such as USMLE or PLAB. VIMSAR graduates who join Odisha state health services may receive bond-related postings in rural or semi-urban Odisha.

Ques. Does VIMSAR provide hostel accommodation for MBBS students?

Ans. Yes, VIMSAR provides hostel accommodation for MBBS students on the Burla campus. Annual hostel charges range from INR 50,000 to INR 80,000, depending on the type of room and facilities. Since VIMSAR is located in Burla, a small town in Sambalpur district, on-campus hostel living is the most practical option for students coming from outside Odisha or from distant parts of the state.