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Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik is a state statutory university established on June 3, 1998 under Maharashtra Act XXXI of 1998 by the Government of Maharashtra. It is the principal affiliating and examining body for health science institutions across the state of Maharashtra, affiliated to and recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). MUHS is accredited by NAAC with Grade A++, the highest level of accreditation awarded by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. The university is not currently listed in NIRF University Rankings 2025.
MUHS affiliates over 425 colleges across Maharashtra spanning medical, dental, ayurveda, homeopathy, unani, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and paramedical streams. The university headquarters is in Nashik, with examination and departmental centres at Mumbai, Pune, Aurangabad, Nagpur, Kolhapur, and Latur. MUHS administers examinations, sets curricula, and grants degrees and diplomas for all affiliated health science institutions in Maharashtra.
- MBBS (5.5 years): 10,000+ seats across government and private affiliated colleges in Maharashtra
- BDS (5 years): 3,500+ seats across affiliated dental colleges
- BAMS, BHMS, BUMS (5.5 years): Ayurveda, Homeopathy, and Unani streams
- BPT, BOT, BASLP, BPO (4 to 4.5 years): Allied health sciences
- B.Sc Nursing (4 years), GNM (3.5 years), Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
- BPMT and B.Sc (Allied Health) (3 years): Over 15 specializations including Laboratory, Radiology, OT Technology, Cardiology, and Neurology
- B.Pharm (4 years), D.Pharm (2 years)
- MD/MS (3 years): 50+ specializations in Allopathy, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, and Unani
- MDS (3 years): 10+ dental specializations
- MPT, MOT, M.Sc Nursing, M.Pharm, MBA (Healthcare), MPH: PG programmes across streams
- Ph.D.: Research programmes across health science disciplines
The standard government quota MBBS fee at private medical colleges under MUHS is INR 6,35,625 for the full programme. BAMS fees are INR 1,28,625. B.Sc Nursing fees are INR 1,39,750. Government medical and dental colleges affiliated to MUHS have significantly lower fees set by the State Government. MD/MS fees are INR 98,000 and MDS fees are INR 3,34,250.
Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC and minority students are available through Maharashtra state schemes, NSP central schemes, and specific scholarships for medical students under Central government health workforce development initiatives.
MBBS and BAMS graduates from MUHS-affiliated colleges pursue residency and PG medical education through NEET PG, government health service appointments through MPSC and UPSC, and clinical roles in hospitals, health centres, and private practice.
MUHS Admission Dates 2026
Admissions to all MUHS-affiliated colleges are conducted through centralized processes governed by the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Maharashtra, and the State CET Cell. All MBBS and BDS admissions require NEET UG qualification. BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS admissions also require NEET UG. PG admissions require NEET PG.
| Event | Date (2026-27 Cycle) |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Examination | June 2026 |
| NEET UG Result Declaration | July to August 2026 |
| Provisional Seat Matrix (MBBS/BDS) | August 25, 2026 |
| Final Merit List Release (MBBS/BDS) | August 26, 2026 |
| CAP Round 1 (MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS) Choice Filling | September 2026 (Ongoing) |
| CAP Round 2 and Mop-up Round | October to November 2026 (Tentative) |
| BPMT/BASLP/BPT/BOT/Nursing Admissions | September to November 2026 (Tentative) |
NEET UG 2026 expected cutoffs for Maharashtra state quota MBBS admission (based on recent trends):
| Category | Expected Score Range | Expected AIR Range |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 580 to 600 marks | AIR 10,000 to 20,000 |
| OBC (Maharashtra State) | 550 to 575 marks | AIR 25,000 to 50,000 |
| SC/ST (Maharashtra State) | 420 to 500 marks | AIR 1,00,000+ |
For BAMS and BHMS admission, NEET UG scores are used with a separate seat matrix for AYUSH colleges. NEET PG is required for MD/MS/MDS and PG Diploma admissions. Individual programme-specific admission notifications are published by MUHS and DMER on their official portals.
MUHS Courses and Fees
MUHS administers degrees and diplomas across eight health science streams. The fees below represent standard government quota fees for private affiliated colleges as approved by the State Fee Regulating Authority. Government medical and dental colleges affiliated to MUHS charge significantly lower fees as fixed by the Maharashtra State Government.
| Programme | Duration | Stream | Government Quota Fee (Private Colleges) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 5.5 years | Allopathy | INR 6,35,625 |
| BDS | 5 years | Dentistry | INR 14,16,700 |
| BAMS | 5.5 years | Ayurveda | INR 1,28,625 |
| BHMS | 5.5 years | Homeopathy | INR 1,63,625 |
| BUMS | 5.5 years | Unani | INR 1,63,625 |
| BPT | 4.5 years | Physiotherapy | INR 1,21,775 |
| BOT | 4.5 years | Occupational Therapy | INR 1,03,775 |
| BASLP | 4.5 years | Audiology and Speech | INR 79,850 |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | Nursing | INR 1,39,750 |
| BPMT / B.Sc (Allied Health) | 3 years | Paramedical (15+ specializations) | INR 41,000 to INR 45,000 |
Postgraduate and doctoral programme fees:
| Programme | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| MD/MS (Allopathy, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Unani) | 3 years | INR 98,000 |
| MDS (Dental Specializations) | 3 years | INR 3,34,250 |
| MPT (Physiotherapy Specializations) | 2 years | INR 1,45,000 |
| MOT (Occupational Therapy) | 2 years | INR 1,45,000 |
| M.Sc Nursing | 2 years | INR 1,31,000 |
| MBA (Healthcare Administration) | 2 years | INR 2,50,050 |
| MPH (Master of Public Health) | 2 years | INR 1,50,050 |
| M.Sc Pharmaceutical Medicine | 2 years | INR 1,44,350 |
| Ph.D. (Health Sciences) | 3 to 5 years | INR 69,000 to INR 1,98,900 |
MUHS Admission Process
All admissions to MUHS-affiliated colleges follow a centralized process governed by the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Maharashtra. MUHS itself is the affiliating and examining body. Seat allotment and counselling are conducted by DMER and the State CET Cell.
UG Admission (MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS/BUMS)
NEET UG qualification is mandatory for all MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS admissions. Maharashtra allocates 85% of seats as State Quota seats to Maharashtra domicile candidates, and 15% as All India Quota seats through MCC counselling. The State Quota seats are filled through DMER-conducted Centralized Admission Process (CAP) rounds.
- Step 1: Qualify NEET UG. Maharashtra State Quota requires Maharashtra domicile or relevant NRI/institutional category
- Step 2: Register on the DMER Maharashtra portal and upload documents
- Step 3: Merit list published based on NEET UG score
- Step 4: CAP Round 1, Round 2, and Mop-up Round seat allotment with online choice-filling
- Step 5: Report to allotted college for document verification and fee payment
General category candidates need to have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology at 10+2 level with a minimum of 60% aggregate. SC/ST candidates require 40% aggregate. Minimum NEET score for Maharashtra State Quota MBBS is the 50th percentile (General category).
Allied Health and Nursing Admissions
BPT, BOT, BASLP, and BPO admissions use NEET UG scores with a separate seat matrix for allied health colleges. B.Sc Nursing and GNM admissions are through a state-level common entrance process administered by the Maharashtra Nursing Council and DMER. BPMT and B.Sc (Allied Health) admissions are merit-based on Class 12 PCB marks through individual college processes within MUHS guidelines.
PG Admissions (MD/MS/MDS)
All MD and MS admissions require NEET PG qualification. 50% of seats are All India Quota through MCC PG counselling and 50% are State Quota seats filled through DMER Maharashtra. MDS admissions also follow NEET PG for government quota. PG Diploma admissions are handled at the institute level within MUHS regulations. Minimum qualifying percentile for MD/MS in General category is 50th percentile in NEET PG.
MUHS Career Outcomes
MUHS-affiliated colleges produce over 10,000 MBBS graduates annually across Maharashtra. Career pathways for MUHS graduates differ by programme and stream. Health sciences graduates do not typically go through conventional campus placement drives. Their career outcomes are driven by government licensing, NEET PG progression, state health service recruitment, and private healthcare sector employment.
| Programme | Typical Career Pathways |
|---|---|
| MBBS | NEET PG for MD/MS specialization, government health services (MPSC/UPSC Medical Officer), hospital employment, private practice, rural health service bond (Maharashtra) |
| BDS | Dental practice, NEET MDS for specialization, government dental service, dental college faculty, public health dentistry |
| BAMS | Ayurvedic practice, government AYUSH roles, NEET PG Ayurveda for MD Ayurveda, wellness and hospital roles |
| BHMS/BUMS | Homeopathic/Unani practice, NEET PG for PG specialization, AYUSH government roles |
| BPT/BOT/BASLP | Rehabilitation hospitals, government physiotherapy roles, private clinics, sports physiotherapy, corporate wellness |
| B.Sc Nursing/GNM | Government hospital nursing, private hospital employment, international nursing, M.Sc Nursing for academic roles |
| BPMT/B.Sc Allied Health | Laboratory, radiology, OT support, cardiac catheterization units, government paramedical posts |
Maharashtra has a mandatory rural service bond for MBBS graduates from government medical colleges. Duration of the bond service is one year of compulsory posting at a rural or tribal health centre in Maharashtra before the college releases the graduate’s original certificates for NEET PG registration.
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) recruits medical officers from MUHS-affiliated MBBS graduates for district hospitals, primary health centres, and rural health services across Maharashtra. Maharashtra’s large hospital sector absorbs a significant proportion of MUHS graduates. Private hospital groups operating in Maharashtra recruit MBBS, BDS, nursing, and allied health professionals from MUHS-affiliated institutions on a rolling basis throughout the year.
MBBS graduates pursuing the USMLE or PLAB route for international medical practice are also well-represented among MUHS alumni, as Maharashtra’s large private medical college pool produces a substantial number of internationally mobile doctors each year.
MUHS Scholarships
Students studying at MUHS-affiliated colleges are eligible for a range of scholarships from state and central government sources. Several programmes also have specific scholarships for health science students under the Government of India’s health workforce development schemes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra State SC/ST Scholarship | SC/ST students, Maharashtra domicile, qualifying examination marks as per state norms | Full tuition fee and maintenance allowance |
| OBC/VJNT/SBC Scholarship (Maharashtra) | OBC/VJNT/SBC students, Maharashtra domicile | Partial fee reimbursement and maintenance per state schedule |
| Central Government Scholarship (NSP Post-Matric) | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students, income criteria | Tuition fee and maintenance allowance as per NSP rates |
| EBC Scholarship (Maharashtra) | Economically Backward Class students, income below INR 1 Lakh per annum | Partial tuition assistance |
| PMSS (Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme) | Wards of ex-servicemen, health science programmes | INR 3,000 per month (girls) or INR 2,500 per month (boys) |
For MBBS students at government medical colleges, fees are heavily subsidized and most SC/ST students can expect full scholarship coverage. Students at private colleges under government quota are also eligible for scholarship support that partially offsets the regulated fees. Application is through the NSP portal or the Maharashtra Scholarship Portal. Nursing students are also eligible for PMSS if the ward-of-ex-servicemen criteria are met.
MUHS Campus and Infrastructure
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences is headquartered at Vani Road, Mhasrul, Nashik, Maharashtra. As an affiliating university, its campus primarily houses administrative, examination, and regulatory functions rather than teaching facilities for students. The MUHS campus has examination halls and administrative departments that manage degree and diploma processes for over 4 Lakh registered students annually across all affiliated colleges.
MUHS has set up examination and departmental centres in six regional locations across Maharashtra: Mumbai, Pune, Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Nagpur, Kolhapur, and Latur. These centres administer examinations and provide regulatory services close to the affiliated institutions. The university also operates the Institute of Medical Education Technology and Teachers’ Training (IMET-TT) at Nashik, which runs faculty development and health education training programmes for teaching staff of affiliated colleges. MUHS is an ISO 9001 certified university, reflecting standards in its administrative and examination management processes. The affiliated colleges themselves range from the largest teaching hospitals in India (like B.J. Medical College Pune and Grant Medical College Mumbai) to smaller district-level government and private colleges, each with their own campuses and hospital infrastructure.
MUHS vs Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences vs Kerala University of Health Sciences
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS, Bangalore), and Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS, Thrissur) are three of India’s largest state statutory health sciences universities. Each is the principal affiliating body for health science colleges in its respective state.
| Parameter | MUHS Nashik | RGUHS Bangalore | KUHS Thrissur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1998 | 1996 | 2010 |
| State | Maharashtra | Karnataka | Kerala |
| Affiliated Colleges | 425+ | 250+ | 200+ |
| NAAC Grade | A++ | A+ | B++ |
| MBBS Seats | 10,000+ | 9,000+ | 4,500+ |
| Admission (MBBS) | NEET UG, DMER CAP | NEET UG, KEA CAP | NEET UG, CEE Kerala |
| MBBS Govt Quota Fee | INR 6,35,625 | INR 5,00,000 to 7,00,000 | INR 5,50,000 to 7,00,000 |
MUHS has the largest network of affiliated colleges among the three and holds the highest NAAC accreditation (A++). Maharashtra’s larger medical college pool means greater state quota seat availability, but also higher competition from a larger NEET candidate base. RGUHS covers Karnataka’s medical colleges including some of India’s most reputed private medical institutions. KUHS, though established more recently, governs Kerala’s medical education, which is known for strong government hospital infrastructure and international healthcare employment networks. All three use NEET UG as the sole entrance criterion and follow respective state counselling processes for state quota seats.
MUHS FAQs
Ques. What is MUHS and what does it do?
Ans. Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, is a state statutory university established in 1998 by the Government of Maharashtra. It is the sole affiliating and examining body for all health science colleges in Maharashtra. MUHS affiliates over 425 colleges across medical, dental, ayurveda, homeopathy, unani, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and paramedical streams. Degrees, diplomas, and certifications in health sciences from Maharashtra are granted by MUHS.
Ques. How are admissions to MUHS-affiliated MBBS colleges conducted?
Ans. MBBS admissions to all MUHS-affiliated colleges are conducted through NEET UG. After NEET UG results, Maharashtra state quota seats (85%) are filled through Centralized Admission Process (CAP) rounds conducted by DMER, Maharashtra. Candidates must register on the DMER portal, participate in choice-filling, and secure a seat allotment through CAP rounds. All India Quota (15%) seats are filled through MCC counselling centrally.
Ques. What is the MBBS fee at MUHS-affiliated colleges?
Ans. The government quota MBBS fee at private colleges affiliated to MUHS is INR 6,35,625 for the full 5.5-year programme, as approved by the State Fee Regulating Authority. Government medical colleges (like GMC Nashik and B.J. Medical Pune) have significantly lower fees set by the Maharashtra State Government. Management and NRI quota fees at private colleges are set institution-wise and are substantially higher.
Ques. What is the NAAC grade of MUHS Nashik?
Ans. Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, is accredited by NAAC with Grade A++, which is the highest level of accreditation awarded by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council.
Ques. Does MUHS itself teach students or is it only an affiliating university?
Ans. MUHS is primarily an affiliating and examining body. Students study at MUHS-affiliated colleges (government and private medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and other health science colleges across Maharashtra) and appear for MUHS-conducted examinations. The MUHS headquarters in Nashik manages examinations, curriculum, and degree-granting functions. The university also runs the Institute of Medical Education Technology and Teachers’ Training (IMET-TT) for faculty development.
Ques. What career options are available after MBBS from a MUHS-affiliated college?
Ans. MBBS graduates from MUHS-affiliated colleges are eligible for NEET PG for MD/MS specialization across India. They are also eligible for government medical officer posts through MPSC (Maharashtra Public Service Commission) and UPSC. Maharashtra has a compulsory rural service bond for MBBS graduates from government colleges. Private hospital employment, private practice, and international medical licensing examinations are other career pathways for MUHS MBBS graduates.
Ques. What is the NEET cutoff for MUHS MBBS 2026?
Ans. Based on recent trends, the expected NEET UG 2026 cutoff for Maharashtra state quota MBBS general category is 580 to 600 marks, corresponding to an AIR of approximately 10,000 to 20,000. OBC candidates typically qualify with 550 to 575 marks. SC/ST candidates qualify with 420 to 500 marks. Actual cutoffs for individual colleges vary based on government vs. private status, location, and seat availability in each CAP round.
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Yes, you can apply for the stray-vacancy round 2025 at Smt. K. B. Abad Homoeopathic Medical College, Chandwad (Chandwad) for the BHMS course, provided you meet the eligibility criteria and the seat remains vacant after the main rounds. The state counselling guidelines for Maharashtra State AYUSH Counselling Board confirm that an online stray vacancy round is held after Round 3 for AYUSH courses.
With a NEET 2025 score of 135, securing admission to the BAMS program under the ST category at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS) is highly unlikely. Based on the 2025 expected cutoff data, the closing marks for the ST category in BAMS government colleges are anticipated to range between 410 and 430.
B.Sc Cardiology at MUHS is a 3 Years Degree. The course is offered On Campus as a Full Time program. MUHS B.Sc Cardiology Total Fees is INR 8,06,000. Candidates must have at least 10+2 in PCB with 50% marks to be eligible for admissions.
B.P.T. at MUHS is a 4 Years 5 Months Degree. The course is offered On Campus as a full-time program. MUHS B.P.T. Total Fees are INR 5,00,000. Candidates must have at least 10+2 in PCB with 50% marks to be eligible for admission.
B.Sc Optometry at MUHS is a 3 Years Degree. The course is offered On Campus as a Full Time program. MUHS B.Sc Optometry Total Fees is INR 8,000. Candidates must have at least 10+2 in PCB with 50% marks to be eligible for admissions. Selection will be based on Merit/ MHT CET?
For MUHS Nashik, the NEET UG cutoff for MBBS in 2025 is expected to fall between 560-580 marks for the General (All India) category, corresponding to a closing rank of around 15,000-25,000.
If you want to study B.Sc. Nursing under Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), you must pass 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with the required minimum PCB marks (around 45% for the general category) and appear in the MH B.Sc. Nursing CET for admission. Simply having PCB in 12th is okay, but you cannot take admission without meeting MUHS eligibility and entrance/CET requirements.
The steps to apply for MUHS Admission 2024 are as follows:
Submit the application form with the required self-attested copies of documents by post to the address:
The Registrar
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
Vani Dindori Road, Mhasrul, Nashik-422 004
MUHS B.Sc Clinical Psychology is offered as 3 Years Full Time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Sc is 10+2 in PCB with 50% marks. The total fees for MUHS B.Sc Clinical Psychology is INR 80,800 for the complete course duration.
The fee per year for the MBBS course is INR 8 lakhs at MUHS, Nashik. The admission is based on the score in NEET UG conducted by NTA. Candidates are required to have scored at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology taken together to be eligible for the MBBS program.
The fee for the OBC category is not available online, you can visit or contact the college for the information about the course.
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences - [MUHS], Nashik does not offer the diploma in ophthalmology
Yes, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS) offers a BSc in Forensic Science. Aspirants seeking to get admission to a full-time program should have passed 10+2 from a recognized board. The total fee for the BSc in forensic science is INR 2.5 Lakhs.
Candidates are required to visit the official website of MHTCET and select MHT CET 2024 Registration. There candidates are required to fill the required details and upload a recent colour photograph and signature. Candidates are required to enter a valid email id, mobile number and password. These three things are to be kept in record by the candidate for future use. Candidates are required to take the print out of the bank challan and make payment to any of the SBI branch. Application fee is INR 800 for open category candidates and INR 600 for reserved category candidates. The fee per year for the BSc in Nursing is INR 32,000.
For getting admission to BHMS, BPMT, and B.P.T programs candidates are required to appear for an entrance test. The entrance test consists of 3 question papers each of 100 marks. The duration for each paper is to be one and a half hours. The paper basically contains multiple-choice questions and has no choice i.e. all questions are to be answered. Candidates are required to enter the examination hall with the downloaded admit card and a valid photo ID proof. The result of the entrance test will be made available on www.dmer.org after that the further procedure for completing the admission is to be done. A merit list will be released for those candidates who have qualified for the examination.
Follow the step by step procedure for checking MUHS MBBS results:
MUHS primarily focuses on medical courses and offers programs related to healthcare profession, and not social work. Thus, MUHS Nashik doesn’t offer BSW course to the students.
Yes, The Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, has announced the results for its Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) winter exams conducted in 2023. You can check from the official website of the MUHS.
Post graduation MBA healthcare available
Yes, MBA healthcare administration courses available in Maharashtra University of Health sciences.
Aspirants seeking admission to Full-time B.Sc Program should have passed 10+ 2 level with physics,chemistry,biology as a major subjects from a recognized board.