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MS
Master of Surgery
3 Years
5 Colleges
MS Syllabus 2026
The Master of Surgery (MS) syllabus covers a structured programme spanning 3 Years designed to build both foundational knowledge and specialised expertise. The curriculum varies by specialisation, with 5 specialisations available including ENT, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Below is the detailed semester-wise subject breakdown and programme structure.
MS Semester-wise Subjects
MS Specialisations
MS offers specialisation in surgical and anatomy-related branches. The branch is chosen during NEET PG counselling based on rank and preference.
| Specialisation | Focus Area | MCh Pathway |
|---|---|---|
| General Surgery | Abdominal surgery, trauma, emergency surgery, endoscopy, laparoscopy, breast surgery, thyroid surgery | CTVS, Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Urology, Paediatric Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Surgical Gastroenterology |
| Orthopaedics | Fracture management, joint replacement, spine surgery, sports medicine, paediatric orthopaedics | Hand Surgery, Spine Surgery (some institutions) |
| Ophthalmology | Cataract surgery, retinal disorders, glaucoma, LASIK/refractive surgery, oculoplasty, paediatric ophthalmology | Vitreo-retinal Surgery (fellowship route) |
| ENT (Otorhinolaryngology) | Ear surgery, nasal/sinus surgery, throat/larynx surgery, head & neck oncology, cochlear implants | Head & Neck Surgery (some institutions) |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | Pregnancy management, caesarean section, laparoscopic gynaecology, infertility management, gynaec-oncology | Gynaecological Oncology, Reproductive Medicine (fellowship) |
| Anatomy | Clinical anatomy, neuroanatomy, embryology, cadaveric dissection — primarily academic/teaching career | — |
Common Training Components
- Surgical logbook: Mandatory documentation of all surgeries performed (assisted and independent) throughout the 3-year programme
- Thesis/Dissertation: Original research mandatory for all MS candidates
- Emergency duty: Regular emergency room and on-call surgical duty
- OT (Operation Theatre) training: Progressive responsibility from assisting to performing surgeries independently
MS Programme Structure & Credit Distribution
MS Year-Wise Curriculum
Year 1 — Foundation Surgical Training
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Surgical Skills | Basic surgical techniques — suturing, wound management, drain placement, minor procedures under supervision |
| OT Postings | Assisting in surgeries, learning operative steps, scrubbing in regularly, pre-operative and post-operative patient care |
| Emergency Duty | Emergency room surgical management, initial trauma assessment, casualty duty |
| Research | Thesis topic selection, literature review, protocol development, Ethics Committee approval |
| Theory | Applied surgical anatomy, pathophysiology, recent advances, journal clubs |
Year 2 — Advanced Surgical Training
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Operative Skills | Performing intermediate surgeries with supervision, assisting in complex cases, developing specialty-specific techniques |
| Subspecialty Rotations | Rotations through related subspecialties (e.g., ortho resident rotates through trauma, spine, joint replacement units) |
| Research | Data collection, analysis, thesis writing, aim for publication |
| Teaching | Teaching MBBS students in clinical and OT settings |
Year 3 — Senior Residency & Examination
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Independent Surgeries | Performing surgeries independently, leading the operating team, managing complex cases |
| Supervision | Supervising junior residents, guiding interns in surgical wards |
| Thesis | Thesis submission, viva voce defence, publication |
| Final Examination | University exam: Theory papers + Practical (operative/clinical) exam + Viva |
Skills Developed in MS
Skills Developed During MS
Core Surgical Skills
- Operative technique: Suturing, incision, tissue handling, haemostasis, wound closure — the foundation of all surgical work
- Laparoscopic skills: Basic and intermediate laparoscopic procedures (cholecystectomy, appendicectomy, hernia repair) — increasingly standard in surgical training
- Emergency surgical management: Trauma surgery, acute abdomen, surgical emergencies, haemorrhage control
- Pre-operative & post-operative care: Patient assessment, surgical fitness evaluation, anaesthesia coordination, post-op monitoring, complication management
Specialty-Specific Skills
- General Surgery: Open and laparoscopic abdominal surgery, hernia repair, thyroidectomy, appendicectomy, bowel surgery
- Orthopaedics: Fracture fixation (plating, nailing, external fixation), joint replacement basics, traction management, plaster application
- Ophthalmology: Cataract surgery (phacoemulsification), trabeculectomy, pterygium excision, retinal examination
- ENT: Tonsillectomy, septoplasty, mastoidectomy, microlaryngoscopy, tracheostomy
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Caesarean section, hysterectomy, laparoscopic gynaecological procedures, high-risk obstetric management
Diagnostic & Research Skills
- Surgical imaging interpretation (X-rays, CT scans, MRI for surgical planning)
- Research methodology, surgical audit, evidence-based surgery
- Bedside teaching and clinical demonstration
- Medico-legal documentation, consent processes, surgical safety checklists
MS Specialisations
The syllabus and curriculum differ by specialisation. Explore all 5 available specialisations:
ENT
General Surgery
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Ophthalmology
Orthopaedics
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