Kurnool Medical College offers a 3-year DM programme in Endocrinology under Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, providing advanced super-specialty medical training to MD-qualified physicians in diabetes mellitus management, thyroid disorders, pituitary and adrenal diseases, metabolic bone disease, reproductive endocrinology, and endocrine oncology. Fellows receive training in endocrine investigations, insulin pump management, and complex metabolic cases at KMC Kurnool Government Hospital. The programme is recognised by the National Medical Commission and is conducted at the associated government teaching hospital in Kurnool. Admission is through NEET SS, with seats allocated via MCC All India Quota and AP DRNTRUHS state counselling. Graduates hold an NMC-recognised DM qualification and are eligible for endocrinologist and diabetologist practice, academic and research positions in endocrinology, faculty roles at medical colleges, and government health services.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions for 2026-27 are through NEET SS merit. NEET SS December 2026; MCC SS counselling February 2027; AP DRNTRUHS SS counselling March 2027.
Key Points
- 3-year DM (Endocrinology) super-specialty programme at a government teaching hospital
- Admission through NEET SS: MCC AIQ (50%) and AP state quota (50%)
- Recognised by the National Medical Commission under DRNTRUHS affiliation
- Total tuition fee of INR 1,35,000 for the complete 3-year programme
- Graduates eligible for endocrinologist and diabetologist practice and NMC-recognised super-specialist practice
KMC Kurnool DM (Endocrinology) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 45,000 per year |
| Hostel (Optional) | As applicable |
| Total Fees (3-year DM programme) | INR 1,35,000 |
- Annual tuition fee of INR 45,000 is payable at the start of each academic year.
- Total tuition fee for the 3-year DM super-specialty programme is INR 1,35,000, substantially lower than private medical institution super-specialty rates.
- Hostel charges are nominal and optional; examination and university fees are additional.
- DM trainees at government hospitals receive a monthly stipend as per NMC and DRNTRUHS norms.
KMC Kurnool DM (Endocrinology) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| NEET SS Registration | October 2026 |
| NEET SS Exam | December 2026 |
| NEET SS Result | January 2027 |
| MCC SS Counselling (AIQ) | February 2027 |
| AP DRNTRUHS SS Counselling | March 2027 |
| Training Commencement | March 2027 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| NEET SS | October 2026 | December 2026 | January 2027 |
- DM (Endocrinology) admission at KMC Kurnool is through NEET SS merit via MCC super-specialty counselling (50% AIQ) and AP DRNTRUHS counselling (50% state quota).
- Super-specialty seats are limited and highly competitive; candidates should confirm seat availability and specialty-wise counselling schedule on the official MCC and DRNTRUHS portals.
- Only MD-qualified physicians in an eligible feeder specialty as per NMC DM admission regulations may apply.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold an MD degree in a relevant medical specialty recognised by NMC as per DM admission regulations.
- Completion of the MD training period as per NMC super-specialty admission norms.
- Valid NEET SS score in the appropriate medical specialty group.
- Medical Council registration with NMC or Andhra Pradesh Medical Council.
- Eligible for both MCC All India Quota (50%) and AP state quota (50%) through DRNTRUHS counselling.
Admission Process
- Register and qualify the NEET SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Super Speciality) conducted by NBE.
- Monitor MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) notifications for super-specialty counselling schedule on the official MCC portal.
- Register for MCC super-specialty counselling with NEET SS scorecard and MD degree documents.
- Participate in online choice-filling; select Kurnool Medical College and DM (Endocrinology).
- AP state quota candidates apply additionally through AP DRNTRUHS super-specialty counselling.
- Report to KMC Kurnool on allotment; complete document verification, pay fee, and commence training.
✓ Opt for this if
- MD-qualified AP or Telangana physician targeting government endocrinologist role
- Fee-sensitive candidate: INR 1,35,000 total for 3-year DM
- Seeking stipend-supported super-specialty training at a government hospital
- Planning government health services or diabetes and endocrine faculty career in AP
- NEET SS merit candidate not requiring management quota admission
✗ Skip if
- Needs private diabetes clinic or advanced endocrine investigation lab training
- Targeting premier institute DM for academic or research endocrinology career
- Requires brand recognition of a tier-1 city government or private hospital
- Prefers Hyderabad or Chennai training environment over Kurnool district
KMC Kurnool DM (Endocrinology) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| AP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/EBC) | As per state scheme | AP domicile reserved category students |
| Central Sector Scholarship | As per norms | Merit-based for eligible central government scheme students |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Variable | Economically weaker section students via NSP portal |
| Education Loan | Up to INR 7.5 Lakhs | Available through nationalised banks for eligible students |
- Government college fees are substantially lower than private medical institutions in Andhra Pradesh.
- AP domicile students from SC, ST, OBC, and EBC categories are eligible for state post-matric scholarships.
- Central government scholarships are available through the National Scholarship Portal for eligible students.
- Education loans are available through leading nationalised banks with flexible repayment options.
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