MS
Master of Surgery
MS Fee Structure 2026
The fee structure for Master of Surgery (MS) varies significantly based on the type of institution. Government colleges charge an average of ₹87,664 for the complete programme, while private institutions average around ₹3.82 Cr. Overall, MS fees range from ₹1,200 to ₹7.62 Cr across listed colleges. Currently, 21 colleges in India offer MS programmes.
College-wise MS Fees
| # | College | City | Type | Total Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences
SIMATS |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu | Deemed | - | Details |
| 2 |
Jamia Hamdard
Jamia Hamdard |
New Delhi, Delhi | Deemed | - | Details |
| 3 |
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
MAHE |
Manipal, Karnataka | Deemed | - | Details |
| 4 |
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
SRIHER |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu | Deemed | - | Details |
| 5 |
Aligarh Muslim University
AMU |
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh | Government | - | Details |
| 6 |
JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research
JSS AHER |
Mysore, Karnataka | Deemed | - | Details |
| 7 |
Homi Bhabha National Institute
HBNI |
Mumbai, Maharashtra | Government | - | Details |
| 8 |
Parul University
PU |
Vadodara, Gujarat | Deemed | - | Details |
| 9 |
Sumandeep Vidyapeeth
SVDU |
Vadodara, Gujarat | Deemed | - | Details |
| 10 |
Siksha O Anusandhan University
SOA University |
Bhubaneswar, Odisha | Deemed | - | Details |
| 11 |
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
IIT Madras |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu | Government | - | Details |
| 12 |
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh
AIIMS Rishikesh |
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand | Government | ₹1,200 | Details |
| 13 |
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
PGIMER |
Chandigarh, Chandigarh | Government | ₹12,410 | Details |
| 14 |
All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi
AIIMS Delhi |
New Delhi, Delhi | Government | ₹15,000 | Details |
| 15 |
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
JIPMER |
Puducherry, Puducherry | Government | ₹15,000 | Details |
| 16 |
Maulana Azad Medical College New Delhi
MAMC |
New Delhi, Delhi | Government | ₹60,000 | Details |
| 17 |
King George's Medical University
KGMU |
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | Government | ₹99,700 | Details |
| 18 |
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences
SGPGI |
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | Government | ₹112,000 | Details |
| 19 |
Christian Medical College Vellore
CMC Vellore |
Vellore, Tamil Nadu | Private | ₹250,000 | Details |
| 20 |
Armed Forces Medical College Pune
AFMC Pune |
Pune, Maharashtra | Government | ₹386,000 | Details |
Government vs Private MS Fees
MS Fees by Institution Category
Fee comparison across different types of institutions offering MS
| Category | Colleges | Lowest Fee | Highest Fee | Average Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMS | 2 | ₹1,200 | ₹15,000 | ₹8,100 |
| Institute | 3 | ₹12,410 | ₹1.12 Lakh | ₹46,470 |
| College | 3 | ₹60,000 | ₹3.86 Lakh | ₹2.32 Lakh |
| University | 2 | ₹99,700 | ₹7.62 Cr | ₹3.82 Cr |
State-wise MS Fees
Fee ranges across different states for MS colleges
| State | Colleges | Lowest Fee | Highest Fee | Average Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttarakhand | 1 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Chandigarh | 1 | ₹12,410 | ₹12,410 | ₹12,410 |
| Puducherry | 1 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| Delhi | 2 | ₹15,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹37,500 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1 | ₹2.50 Lakh | ₹2.50 Lakh | ₹2.50 Lakh |
| Maharashtra | 1 | ₹3.86 Lakh | ₹3.86 Lakh | ₹3.86 Lakh |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3 | ₹99,700 | ₹7.62 Cr | ₹2.55 Cr |
MS Fee Comparison by Institution Type
MS Fee Structure Comparison
| Institution Type | Annual Tuition Fees | Monthly Stipend | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges | ₹20,000 - ₹1,00,000/year | ₹50,000 - ₹90,000/month | State medical colleges, AIIMS, JIPMER |
| Deemed Universities | ₹10 - 25 lakh/year | ₹30,000 - ₹50,000/month (varies) | Kasturba, Sri Ramachandra, JSS Medical |
| Private Medical Colleges | ₹15 - 40 lakh/year | ₹20,000 - ₹40,000/month (if offered) | Various private institutions |
| Central Institutions | Nominal (₹1,000 - ₹5,000/year) | ₹70,000 - ₹90,000/month | AIIMS New Delhi, JIPMER, PGIMER |
Financial Considerations
- Government college advantage: With stipend of ₹50,000-₹90,000/month and nominal fees, government MS residents often have positive net income during training.
- Higher surgical expenses: MS residents may have additional costs for surgical instruments, textbooks (surgical atlases), and conference registrations.
- ROI: Despite potentially high fees at private colleges, surgical specialists recover their investment rapidly given high earning potential (₹15-40+ LPA).
- Bond penalty: Breaking a government service bond can cost ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore - factor this into financial planning.
Fee & Scholarship Information
- Fees shown are total programme fees and may vary by specialisation, batch, and category. Always verify current fees on the college's official website.
- Government colleges typically offer fee waivers and tuition reductions for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and PwD category students.
- Many institutions offer merit-based scholarships, education loans, and instalment payment options. Check individual college pages for details.
Frequently Asked Questions - MS Fees
MS fees in government colleges are heavily subsidised, ranging from ₹30,000-₹2 Lakh per year. Private medical colleges charge considerably more, often ₹10-25 Lakh annually depending on the institution and specialisation.
Government medical colleges provide monthly stipends to MS residents during their training period. These stipends help offset living expenses and vary by state, typically ranging from ₹50,000-₹1 Lakh per month.
Fee structures for MS and MD are generally comparable within the same institution. The choice between MS and MD should be based on clinical interest - surgical vs medical specialisation - rather than cost considerations.