Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

Muzaffarnagar Medical College (MMC), Muzaffarnagar, offers the MD (Pathology) program, a 3-year postgraduate medical degree under the Para-Clinical branch, approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated to Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow. MD Pathology covers histopathology, cytopathology, hematology, clinical pathology, immunopathology, and forensic pathology. The total fee for the course (2026-27 batch) is Rs. 18,92,139 (including security deposit), with hostel being compulsory. Admission is through NEET-PG scores followed by UP State counselling (UPNEET PG). MD Pathology is a versatile specialty with strong demand in hospitals, diagnostic labs, and academic institutions, offering a good balance between clinical and laboratory work.

Admissions for the 2027-28 batch are upcoming. NEET-PG 2027 is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2027, with registration expected from April 7 to May 7, 2027. Based on the 2026 pattern, UP NEET PG counselling is expected to begin around August-September 2027 after NEET-PG results. The 2026-27 admissions have been completed through UP NEET PG counselling rounds.

Key Points

MD Pathology is a Para-Clinical discipline with strong demand in hospitals, diagnostic labs, and academic institutions.
The program covers histopathology, cytopathology, hematology, clinical pathology, immunopathology, and forensic pathology.
Hostel accommodation is compulsory for MD Pathology students at MMC (as per the official fee structure).
After completion of the PG course, one year of Senior Residency (SR Ship) is compulsory in the concerned department at MMC.
Graduates can work as pathologists in hospitals, diagnostic labs, blood banks, and academic institutions.
Affiliated to ABVMU Lucknow (government university), ensuring degree equivalence with government medical college PG degrees.

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MMC MD Pathology Fees

The total fee for MD (Pathology) at MMC for the 2026-27 batch is Rs. 18,92,139 (including a one-time refundable security deposit of Rs. 5,00,000), as fixed by the UP Government Fee Fixation Committee. The tuition fee is Rs. 12,50,899 for the entire 3-year course, and the miscellaneous fee is Rs. 1,41,240. Hostel is compulsory for MD Pathology at Rs. 3,46,500 per annum.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount (3-Year Course)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 12,50,899
Miscellaneous Fee	Rs. 1,41,240
Security Deposit (One-time, Refundable)	Rs. 5,00,000
Total Fees (excluding Hostel)	Rs. 18,92,139
Hostel Fee (Compulsory)	Rs. 3,46,500 per annum
Total Fees (including Hostel for 3 years)	Rs. 29,27,139

The security deposit of Rs. 5,00,000 is refundable upon completion of the course.
Hostel is compulsory for MD Pathology students at MMC.
Post-dated cheques for 2nd year (Rs. 17,38,639 due 31.05.2027) and 3rd year (Rs. 17,38,639 due 31.05.2028) are required at the time of admission.
University professional (external) examination fees are charged separately as per ABVMU norms.
Supplementary tuition fee of Rs. 50,000 is charged from detained/failed students reappearing in supplementary examinations.
Medical checkup, university examination fee, registration, etc. are charged extra.
Fees must be deposited by May 31 each year; a fine of Rs. 1,000 per day is charged for late payment.
Note: MMC has filed a writ petition (C-No. 8277/2025) in the Hon'ble High Court for fee revision. Students must submit an undertaking to pay the fee as fixed by the court for the 2026-27 batch.

MMC MD Pathology Admission 2027

Admissions to MD (Pathology) at MMC are through NEET-PG scores, followed by UP State counselling conducted by UPNEET (upneet.gov.in). For the 2027-28 batch, NEET-PG 2027 is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2027. UP NEET PG counselling is expected to begin around August-September 2027 after results are declared.

MMC MD Pathology Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2027)
NEET-PG 2027 Registration Start	April 7, 2027 (Tentative)
NEET-PG 2027 Registration End	May 7, 2027 (Tentative)
NEET-PG 2027 Admit Card	June 11, 2027 (Tentative)
NEET-PG 2027 Exam Date	June 15, 2027 (Tentative)
NEET-PG 2027 Result	July 15, 2027 (Tentative)
UP NEET PG Counselling Round 1 (Expected)	August-September 2027
UP NEET PG Counselling Round 2 (Expected)	September-October 2027
Batch Commencement (Expected)	October-November 2027

NEET-PG 2027 Exam Dates

Event	Date
Registration Start	April 7, 2027 (Tentative)
Registration End	May 7, 2027 (Tentative)
Admit Card Release	June 11, 2027 (Tentative)
Exam Date	June 15, 2027 (Tentative)
Result Date	July 15, 2027 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized medical college with completion of compulsory rotating internship.
Must have a valid NEET-PG score/rank for the respective year.
Must be registered with the Uttar Pradesh Medical Council (UPMC) - MBBS Registration Certificate is compulsory.

Admission Process

Appear in NEET-PG and obtain a valid score/rank.
Register on the UPNEET portal (upneet.gov.in) for UP State Quota counselling.
Pay registration and security fees, upload required documents, fill college/course choices, and lock preferences.
Attend document verification as per the schedule.
Report to MMC with original documents and fee payment within the stipulated deadline.
One year of compulsory Senior Residency at MMC after completion of the 3-year PG program.

MMC MD Pathology Scholarships 2027

PG medical students at MMC can avail government scholarships based on category and financial need. The UP Government and Central Government offer post-matric scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and Minority category students pursuing postgraduate courses.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Benefit	Administering Body
UP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST students domiciled in UP; family income up to Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	UP Government (scholarship.up.gov.in)
UP Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC)	OBC students domiciled in UP; family income up to Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	UP Government (scholarship.up.gov.in)
UP Post-Matric Scholarship (Minority)	Minority community students in UP; family income up to Rs. 2 lakh/year	Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	UP Government / Ministry of Minority Affairs

UP Post-Matric Scholarship applications typically open in July-August each year on scholarship.up.gov.in.
Students must apply fresh each year; continuation is subject to satisfactory academic performance.
Scholarship amounts are subject to revision by the state government each year.

MMC Muzaffarnagar M.D Pathology Ranking

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#455 out of 632 in India 2025

#40th in Uttar Pradesh

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MMC MD Pathology FAQs

Ques. What career options are available after MD Pathology from MMC?

Ans. MD Pathology graduates can work as pathologists in hospitals, diagnostic labs, blood banks, and academic institutions. They can specialize in histopathology, cytopathology, hematology, or forensic pathology. The demand for pathologists is consistently high in India due to the growing diagnostic industry and increasing need for accurate disease diagnosis.

Ques. Is hostel compulsory for MD Pathology students at MMC?

Ans. Yes. Hostel accommodation is compulsory for MD Pathology students at MMC. The hostel fee is Rs. 3,46,500 per annum.

Ques. Is Senior Residency compulsory after MD Pathology at MMC?

Ans. Yes. After completion of the 3-year MD Pathology program, one year of Senior Residency (SR Ship) is compulsory in the Pathology department at MMC. The salary for Senior Residents is as per the prevailing rate at the time of joining.

Ques. How does MD Pathology differ from MD Microbiology in terms of career scope?

Ans. MD Pathology has a broader clinical scope including histopathology, cytopathology, hematology, and clinical pathology, with direct involvement in patient diagnosis. MD Microbiology focuses on infectious diseases, bacteriology, virology, and infection control. MD Pathology generally has more demand in hospitals and diagnostic labs, while MD Microbiology is more research-oriented.

Ques. Is the NEET-PG score the only criterion for admission to MD Pathology at MMC?

Ans. Yes. Admission is entirely based on NEET-PG merit rank, followed by UP State counselling. There is no separate entrance test or interview conducted by MMC for PG admissions.

Ques. What is the total cost of MD Pathology at MMC including hostel?

Ans. The total fee excluding hostel is Rs. 18,92,139 (for 3 years, including security deposit). With compulsory hostel at Rs. 3,46,500 per annum (Rs. 10,39,500 for 3 years), the total cost including hostel is approximately Rs. 29,31,639 (including the refundable security deposit of Rs. 5,00,000).