Is NEET UG mandatory for MBBS admission at GMC Goa?

Yes. NEET UG is mandatory for GMC Goa MBBS admission. No college-level test is conducted. After qualifying, register for MCC (AIQ) or DTE Goa state quota counselling based on your domicile status.

What was the GMC Goa MBBS AIQ cutoff in 2025?

In 2025, the GMC Goa AIQ General category closed at rank 23,562. This corresponds to 531 marks in the final counselling round. Official cutoffs are published by MCC after each counselling round at mcc.nic.in.

Who is eligible for the Goa state quota at GMC Goa?

Only Goa domicile holders qualify for the 85% state quota seats. To qualify: 10 continuous years of Goa residence, OR a Goa-born parent (with at least 5 years of personal Goa residence). Obtain the certificate from a competent Goa authority before counselling.

Does GMC Goa offer management quota or NRI quota seats?

GMC Goa is a government college. No management quota exists. NRI/OCI candidates may apply for 2 supernumerary seats via DTE Goa. Preference goes to Goa-origin NRI applicants. All other seats go through NEET merit and counselling.

How many MBBS seats are available at GMC Goa?

GMC Goa has 180 MBBS seats in total. Of these, 27 go to MCC AIQ counselling (15%). The remaining 153 go to DTE Goa state quota counselling (85%). An additional 2 supernumerary seats are available for NRI/OCI candidates.

When will MCC AIQ counselling for MBBS 2026 start?

MCC AIQ counselling 2026 is expected to open in late July 2026. This depends on NEET UG result declaration (expected July 20, 2026). Check mcc.nic.in for official schedule announcements.

What is the eligibility for MD/MS admission at GMC Goa?

Candidates need an MBBS from an NMC-recognised institution. The compulsory 1-year rotating internship must be completed. A valid NEET PG 2026 score is mandatory. State quota seats also need a Goa domicile certificate.

Which exam is required for BPT and BOT admission at GMC Goa?

All five Allied Health Sciences courses at GMC Goa use NEET UG marks for admission. DTE Goa conducts counselling for all AHS courses. Each course has 22 seats. Minimum eligibility is 45% in PCB in Class 12.

What is the internship stipend at GMC Goa?

MBBS interns at GMC Goa earn INR 30,000 per month during the compulsory 1-year rotating internship. Rotations span all major departments at the 1,000-plus bed Goa Medical College and Hospital.

What documents are required for GMC Goa MBBS admission?

Key documents for GMC Goa MBBS admission include:NEET UG 2026 scorecard (original and copies)Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificatesTransfer and migration certificateGoa domicile certificate (state quota applicants)Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable)Government-issued photo identity proofCarry originals and at least 2 sets of photocopies for document verification.

GMC Goa M.S: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Goa Medical College and Hospital, Tiswadi, offers the Master of Surgery (MS) in three specialisations: Orthopaedics, General Surgery, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology. All three are 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical programmes at a government institution affiliated to Goa University. Total tuition fees are ₹45,000 for the 3-year programme at the government rate of ₹15,000 per year, with optional hostel at ₹2,000 per year separately. Admission is through NEET-PG followed by Goa state counselling.

For 2026 admission, NEET-PG registration is expected in June 2026 with the exam in August 2026. Goa state PG counselling is expected in September/October 2026 following result declaration.

Key Points

Three MS specialisations: Orthopaedics, General Surgery, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Government-rate total tuition fees of ₹45,000 for the 3-year programme (₹15,000/year).
Hostel accommodation available at ₹2,000 per year, charged separately.
Admission through NEET-PG merit and Goa state PG counselling.
Access to a busy public tertiary hospital for diverse surgical and clinical case exposure.

Goa Medical College MS Fees 2026

Goa Medical College charges government-rate fees of ₹15,000 per year for MS programmes, totalling ₹45,000 for the complete 3-year course. Optional hostel accommodation is available at ₹2,000 per year, charged separately and excluded from the total tuition fees.

Fee Structure

Component	Per Year	Total (3 Years)
Tuition Fee (Government)	₹15,000	₹45,000
Hostel (Optional)	₹2,000	₹6,000
Total Fees (Hostel charges separate)	₹15,000	₹45,000

Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

Goa Medical College MS Admission 2026

Admission to MS programmes at Goa Medical College is through NEET-PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations. Eligible MBBS graduates participate in Goa state PG counselling or the All India Quota round via the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

Important Dates

Event	Date
NEET-PG Registration	June 2026
NEET-PG Exam	August 2026
NEET-PG Result	September 2026
Goa State PG Counselling	September/October 2026
Admission and Reporting	October/November 2026

Dates are subject to NBE and Goa Directorate of Health Services announcements; check official sources for updates.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college with completed internship certificate.
Valid NEET-PG 2026 scorecard meeting the minimum qualifying percentile prescribed by NMC.
Goa state domicile for state quota seats; All India Quota candidates participate through MCC counselling.

Admission Process

Register for NEET-PG through the National Board of Examinations portal.
Participate in Goa state PG counselling or MCC All India Quota counselling using your NEET-PG rank.
Upload required documents including MBBS degree, internship certificate, NEET-PG scorecard, and domicile proof.
Report to Goa Medical College on the allotted joining date with original documents and fee payment.

Goa Medical College MS Scholarships 2026

Goa Medical College offers a Government Merit Scholarship for deserving state domicile students, and national scholarship schemes are available to candidates from reserved categories and economically weaker sections.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility	Deadline
Government Merit Scholarship	Variable	Merit-based for Goa state domicile students	As notified
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	As per government norms	As per National Scholarship Portal criteria	As announced
SC/ST/OBC Government Scholarship	As per scheme norms	Candidates from reserved categories	As announced

Scholarship details should be confirmed with Goa Medical College and the National Scholarship Portal before applying.

GMC Goa Latest Updates and News

12 Oct, 2026 MCC NEET PG Round 1 Counselling 2026 registration begins. Register by Oct 21 @mcc.nic.in. Choice filling will be available from Oct 13 to 22, and allotment is on Oct 24, 2026. Read News.

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GMC Goa M.S Ranking

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#249 out of 517 (2026)	#186 out of 632 (2025) #1st Goa
	#30 out of 54 (2025)	-

Goa Medical College MS FAQs

Ques. Are MS seats at Goa Medical College competitive given the very low government fees?

Ans. Yes. Government college MS seats with fees as low as ₹45,000 total are highly sought after. Goa state domicile candidates compete through the state quota, while non-Goa candidates must rely on All India Quota seats. Both routes require a competitive NEET-PG rank. Fewer AIQ seats at small government colleges means higher competition for non-Goa candidates.

Ques. Is MS Orthopaedics or MS General Surgery more competitive at Goa Medical College?

Ans. Both MS General Surgery and MS Orthopaedics are among the most competitive surgical specialisations nationally, attracting strong NEET-PG performers. MS OB&G is also competitive, especially among female candidates. Cutoffs at a government college like Goa Medical College in a relatively smaller state will depend on total seat count and the mix of state and AIQ quota. Checking previous-year MCC cutoff data helps estimate the required rank.

Ques. Does Goa Medical College provide a stipend to MS residents?

Ans. Government medical colleges in Goa typically pay a monthly stipend to postgraduate residents as per state government PG stipend norms. The exact amount follows the Goa government’s current PG stipend policy. Candidates should confirm the current stipend figures with Goa Medical College administration before joining.

Ques. Can I pursue M.Ch super-specialty after MS from Goa Medical College?

Ans. Yes. MS General Surgery from Goa Medical College, being NMC-recognised, makes graduates eligible to appear for NEET-SS and pursue M.Ch in specialties such as CVTS, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Neuro Surgery, or Surgical Oncology. MS Orthopaedics graduates can pursue M.Ch Orthopaedics or spine surgery super-specialty as applicable.

Ques. What is the total cost of doing MS at Goa Medical College including hostel?

Ans. The total tuition fee is ₹45,000 for 3 years. Adding optional hostel at ₹2,000 per year brings the total outlay to ₹51,000 over 3 years if hostel is availed. This is among the lowest total costs for an MS programme in India and makes Goa Medical College a strong value option for candidates who can secure a seat.