Stanley Medical College (SMC), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, offers Doctor of Medicine (DM) super-specialty programmes across 3 specializations: Gastroenterology, Nephrology, and Neurology. Each programme is a 3-year full-time degree affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Combined intake is 14 seats (Gastroenterology: 4, Nephrology: 2, Neurology: 8), 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 DM specializations, at government-regulated rates. Training takes place at Government Stanley Hospital, a 1,700+ bed tertiary referral centre in Chennai. Collegedunia 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 NEET-SS counselling for 2025-26 DM seats was under way in March-April 2026, with Tamil Nadu state quota DM counselling in April-May 2026. NEET-SS 2026 (for 2026-27 admission) is expected in December 2026; registration is expected in September-October 2026.
Key Points
- Government-regulated fees of ₹1,80,000 for 3 years apply across all DM specializations at SMC, making these among the most affordable super-specialty training options in Tamil Nadu.
- DM 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 training with referrals from across Tamil Nadu, ensuring diverse case exposure throughout the programme.
- All 14 DM seats at SMC are filled through NEET-SS merit via MCC AIQ and Tamil Nadu state quota; no management quota exists at this government institution.
- DM degrees from SMC are TNMGRMU-affiliated and NMC-recognised, qualifying holders for specialist practice and fellowship applications across India.
SMC DM Fees 2026
Fee Structure
| Course Name | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|
| DM (Gastroenterology) | ₹1,80,000 |
| DM (Nephrology) | ₹1,80,000 |
| DM (Neurology) | ₹1,80,000 |
- Fees are government-regulated; ₹1,80,000 covers 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.
- Government service bond obligations may apply to DM trainees as per Tamil Nadu government norms.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
SMC DM Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| NEET-SS 2025 Exam | December 26-27, 2025 |
| NEET-SS 2025 Results | January 28, 2026 |
| MCC NEET-SS 2025-26 Counselling (AIQ) | March-April 2026 |
| TN Super Specialty Counselling 2025-26 | April-May 2026 |
| NEET-SS 2026 Registration | September-October 2026 |
| NEET-SS 2026 Exam | December 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| NEET-SS | September-October 2026 | December 2026 | January 2027 |
- NEET-SS 2025 was held December 26-27, 2025; results declared January 28, 2026. NEET-SS 2026 (for 2026-27 batch) is expected in December 2026.
- Tamil Nadu state quota and MCC AIQ seat distribution applies for all DM 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
- MD (General Medicine) degree from an NMC-recognised medical college with valid medical council registration.
- 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 NTA/NBE portal once the notification is released.
- Appear for NEET-SS; results declared by the National Board of Examinations.
- Register for MCC NEET-SS AIQ 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 on the allotted date with original documents: MD degree certificate, medical council registration, and NEET-SS scorecard.
SMC DM Scholarships 2026
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | ₹12,000/year | Top 20% in Class 12 Board; family 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; applicable to 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 college scholarship office for eligibility and application procedures.
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