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The Doctorate of Medicine (DM) in Gastroenterology (Medical Gastroenterology) at IMS & SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar, is a 3-year super-specialty postgraduate medical program offered under Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (SOA) University. The program has an intake of 5 permitted seats and is a full-time, on-campus clinical training course. The annual tuition fee for DM Gastroenterology is Rs. 16.90 Lakhs, making the total course fee Rs. 50.70 Lakhs over 3 years. Admission is through the NEET SS exam conducted by NBE, followed by centralized counselling by MCC. The program is highly regarded due to IMS & SUM Hospital's advanced gastroenterology and hepatology units, offering comprehensive training in endoscopy, liver diseases, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Admission for the academic session 2026-27 is currently ongoing via MCC SS Counselling 2026. Round 1 registration was open from March 10 to March 15, 2027, with choice filling extended till March 17, 2027. The Round 1 result is expected on March 18, 2027, and reporting is scheduled from March 19 to March 25, 2027. Round 2 registration is expected from March 28 to April 3, 2027, with the academic session commencing on April 10, 2027.

Key Points

IMS & SUM Hospital is a 2,000+ bedded multi-specialty tertiary care hospital under SOA University, providing extensive clinical exposure for DM trainees.
DM Gastroenterology trainees receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 75,000 (1st year), Rs. 78,000 (2nd year), and Rs. 81,000 (3rd year).
There is no institutional bond for DM/M.Ch. programmes at IMS & SUM Hospital.
The hospital has a dedicated Gastroenterology and Hepatology department with advanced endoscopy and interventional facilities.
Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

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IMS & SUM Hospital DM [Gastroenterology] Fees

The total tuition fee for the DM Gastroenterology program is Rs. 16.90 Lakhs per annum, amounting to Rs. 50.70 Lakhs for the full 3-year duration. This is among the higher-priced DM programs at IMS & SUM Hospital, reflecting the specialized nature of the course. Hostel accommodation is optional and available at Rs. 1,00,000 per annum (Non-AC double occupancy) or Rs. 1,20,000 per annum (AC double occupancy), with an additional mess fee of Rs. 54,000 per annum.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (Per Annum)	Rs. 16,90,000
Tuition Fee (3 Years Total)	Rs. 50,70,000
College Caution Money (One-time, Refundable)	Rs. 5,000
Total Fees (Tuition, 3 Years)	Rs. 50,70,000
Hostel Fee - Non-AC Double Occupancy (Per Annum)	Rs. 1,00,000
Hostel Fee - AC Double Occupancy (Per Annum)	Rs. 1,20,000
Mess Fee (Per Annum)	Rs. 54,000
Hostel Caution Money (One-time, Refundable)	Rs. 5,000

College Caution Money of Rs. 5,000 is refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
Hostel Caution Money of Rs. 5,000 is refundable.
Hostel accommodation is optional; fees shown separately.
Fees are payable via RTGS/NEFT online or Demand Draft in favour of "SIKSHA 'O' ANUSANDHAN", payable at Bhubaneswar.
There is no institutional bond for DM/M.Ch. programmes.

IMS & SUM Hospital DM [Gastroenterology] Admission 2026

Admission to DM Gastroenterology at IMS & SUM Hospital is through NEET SS 2026, conducted by NBE, followed by centralized counselling by MCC. The MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 1 is currently ongoing, with reporting scheduled from March 19 to March 25, 2027. The academic session 2026-27 is set to commence on April 10, 2027.

Important Dates

Event	Date
NEET SS 2026 Registration Start	November 5, 2026
NEET SS 2026 Registration End	November 25, 2026
NEET SS 2026 Admit Card	December 22, 2026
NEET SS 2026 Exam	December 26-27, 2026
NEET SS 2026 Result	January 28, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 - Seat Matrix Verification	March 9, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 1 - Registration	March 10-15, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 1 - Choice Filling	March 11-17, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 1 - Seat Allotment	March 17-18, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 1 - Result	March 18, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 1 - Reporting	March 19-25, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 2 - Registration	March 28 - April 3, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 2 - Choice Filling	March 29 - April 4, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 2 - Result	April 7, 2027
MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 2 - Reporting	April 8-16, 2027
Commencement of Academic Session 2026-27	April 10, 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold an MD degree in General Medicine or relevant specialty recognized by NMC/NBE.
Must have a valid NEET SS 2026 score.
Must fulfill the eligibility criteria as specified by NMC and MCC for super-specialty admissions.

Admission Process:

Appear in NEET SS 2026 conducted by NBE.
Register for MCC SS Counselling 2026 at mcc.nic.in.
Pay the counselling registration fee and submit required documents.
Fill and lock choices of institutes and courses.
Seat allotment based on NEET SS rank, category, and choices.
Report to IMS & SUM Hospital within the stipulated reporting period with original documents.

IMS & SUM Hospital DM [Gastroenterology] Scholarships 2026

IMS & SUM Hospital provides a monthly stipend to all DM/M.Ch. trainees, which serves as the primary financial support during the program. There are no separate scholarship schemes exclusive to DM Gastroenterology; however, government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC candidates may be applicable.

Stipend Details

Scholarship/Financial Support	Amount	Remarks
Monthly Stipend - 1st Year	Rs. 75,000/month	Paid to all DM trainees
Monthly Stipend - 2nd Year	Rs. 78,000/month	Paid to all DM trainees
Monthly Stipend - 3rd Year	Rs. 81,000/month	Paid to all DM trainees
Government Scholarships (SC/ST/OBC)	As per government norms	Applicable as per eligibility

The stipend is provided by the institution to all admitted DM/M.Ch. trainees.
Government scholarships for reserved category students are available as per state and central government norms.
No institutional bond is required for DM/M.Ch. programmes.

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IMS & SUM Hospital DM [Gastroenterology] FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for DM Gastroenterology at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. The tuition fee is Rs. 16.90 Lakhs per annum, totalling Rs. 50.70 Lakhs for the 3-year program. Hostel (optional) costs Rs. 1.00-1.20 Lakhs per annum and mess Rs. 54,000 per annum additionally.

Ques. Is there a bond or service obligation after completing DM Gastroenterology at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. No, there is no institutional bond for DM/M.Ch. programmes at IMS & SUM Hospital. Graduates are free to pursue their career of choice after completing the program.

Ques. How many seats are available for DM Gastroenterology at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. There are 5 permitted seats for DM Medical Gastroenterology at IMS & SUM Hospital as per the NMC seat matrix. Candidates should check the latest MCC seat matrix for the number of recognized seats available for counselling.

Ques. What is the stipend provided to DM Gastroenterology students at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. DM trainees receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 75,000 in the 1st year, Rs. 78,000 in the 2nd year, and Rs. 81,000 in the 3rd year.

Ques. What is the admission process for DM Gastroenterology at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. Admission is through NEET SS conducted by NBE, followed by centralized counselling by MCC at mcc.nic.in. Candidates must register, fill choices, and report to the institute after seat allotment.

Ques. When does the DM Gastroenterology academic session start at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. For the 2026-27 academic session, classes are scheduled to commence from April 10, 2027, following the completion of MCC SS Counselling 2026.