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The MD (Emergency Medicine) at Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital (IMS & SUM Hospital), Bhubaneswar, is a 3-year full-time postgraduate medical programme approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and offered under Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (SOA) University. The course is designed to train doctors in the management of acute and life-threatening medical conditions, covering trauma care, resuscitation, critical care, and emergency procedures. The total course fee is Rs. 68.40 Lakhs for the entire 3-year duration, with a seat intake of 1 permitted seat as per NMC records. Admission is entirely merit-based through NEET PG scores, making it a highly competitive and sought-after specialisation given the growing demand for emergency medicine specialists across India.

Admission for the 2026-27 academic year is upcoming. Based on the 2025-26 cycle, NEET PG 2026 was conducted on March 15, 2026, with results declared on April 10, 2026. MCC counselling for the 2026-27 batch is expected to begin in September 2026 (tentative), following the pattern of previous years. Candidates who have qualified NEET PG 2026 and completed their internship are eligible to apply through the MCC portal for All India Quota seats or through the Odisha state counselling authority for state quota seats.

Key Points

Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and offered under SOA University, Bhubaneswar.
Students receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 in the first year, with a 3% annual hike in subsequent years.
There is no institutional bond for the MD programme at IMS & SUM Hospital.
The hospital has a high patient footfall with well-equipped emergency and trauma care facilities, providing strong clinical exposure.
The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode only.

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IMS & SUM Hospital MD (Emergency Medicine) Fees

The total tuition fee for the MD (Emergency Medicine) programme at IMS & SUM Hospital is Rs. 68.40 Lakhs for the complete 3-year course, charged at Rs. 22.80 Lakhs per annum. A one-time refundable caution money of Rs. 5,000 is also applicable. Hostel accommodation is optional and available at varying rates depending on room type. Students also receive a monthly stipend which partially offsets the cost of the programme.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (Per Annum)	Rs. 22,80,000
Tuition Fee (3 Years Total)	Rs. 68,40,000
College Caution Money (One-time, Refundable)	Rs. 5,000
Total Fees (Tuition + Caution Money)	Rs. 68,45,000

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Hostel Type	Per Annum
2-Bedded (Non-AC)	Rs. 70,000
3-Bedded (AC)	Rs. 1,05,000
2-Bedded (AC)	Rs. 1,25,000
Mess Fee	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 course completion.
Hostel Caution Money of Rs. 5,000 is also refundable.
Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for MD students.
Fees are to be paid via RTGS/NEFT or Demand Draft in favour of Siksha O Anusandhan, payable at Bhubaneswar.
In case of seat cancellation after Round 1 allotment, Rs. 30,000 will be deducted.
Monthly stipend: Rs. 60,000 (Year 1), Rs. 61,800 (Year 2), Rs. 63,654 (Year 3) - this partially offsets the annual fee burden.
There is no institutional bond for the MD programme.

IMS & SUM Hospital MD (Emergency Medicine) Admission 2026

Admission to the MD (Emergency Medicine) programme at IMS & SUM Hospital is conducted through NEET PG, followed by centralised counselling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for All India Quota seats and by the Odisha state authority for state quota seats. For the 2025-26 batch, Round 1 reporting was scheduled from November 23 to December 1, 2025. For the 2026-27 batch, counselling is expected to follow a similar timeline in the second half of 2026, after NEET PG 2026 results are declared.

College-Specific Admission Dates (2025-26 Actual / 2026-27 Tentative)

Event	2025-26 (Actual)	2026-27 (Tentative)
NEET PG Registration Start	January 2025	January 1, 2026
NEET PG Registration End	January 2025	January 31, 2026
NEET PG Exam Date	November 2024	March 15, 2026
NEET PG Result Declaration	November 2024	April 10, 2026
MCC Counselling Round 1	October 2025	September 2026 (Tentative)
MCC Round 1 Seat Allotment	October 2025	September 2026 (Tentative)
Round 1 Reporting at IMS & SUM Hospital	November 23 - December 1, 2025	November 2026 (Tentative)
MCC Counselling Round 2	November-December 2025	October-November 2026 (Tentative)
Stray Vacancy Round	February 2026	February 2027 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	December 20, 2025	December 2026 (Tentative)

NEET PG 2026 Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	January 1, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Registration End	January 31, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card Release	February 15, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	March 15, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Answer Key Release	March 20, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result Declaration	April 10, 2026
MCC Counselling Start (Tentative)	September 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree (or equivalent) from an NMC/MCI-recognised medical college.
Candidates must have qualified NEET PG 2026 with a valid score/rank.
Completion of a 1-year compulsory rotating internship is mandatory before the counselling reporting date.
Candidates must possess a valid registration certificate from NMC or a State Medical Council.

Admission Process

Appear in NEET PG 2026 and obtain a valid rank.
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for All India Quota counselling or on the Odisha state counselling portal for state quota seats.
Pay the counselling registration fee (Rs. 5,000 for General/OBC; Rs. 2,500 for SC/ST/PwD under AIQ).
Fill and lock college and course choices on the counselling portal.
Await seat allotment based on NEET PG rank, category, and choices filled.
Accept the allotted seat online and pay the required security deposit.
Report to IMS & SUM Hospital within the stipulated reporting dates with all original documents.
Pay the first-year course fee (Rs. 22.80 Lakhs) via RTGS/NEFT or Demand Draft at the time of admission.
Participate in Round 2, Mop-Up, or Stray Vacancy rounds if not allotted a seat in Round 1.

IMS & SUM Hospital MD (Emergency Medicine) Scholarships 2026

IMS & SUM Hospital does not offer dedicated institutional scholarships specifically for MD (Emergency Medicine) students. However, students from reserved categories and economically weaker sections may avail themselves of government-funded scholarship schemes. The stipend provided to all MD students (Rs. 60,000/month in Year 1) serves as a significant financial support mechanism. Students are encouraged to explore national and state-level scholarship portals for additional financial assistance.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Offered By	Eligibility	Amount
UGC PG Scholarship for SC/ST (Professional Courses)	University Grants Commission (UGC)	SC/ST candidates pursuing PG professional courses	Up to Rs. 7,800/month + contingency
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC	Ministry of Social Justice / State Govt.	SC/ST/OBC students with family income below threshold	Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance
PM-USP (Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan) Yojana	Ministry of Education	Students with family income below Rs. 4.5 Lakhs/year	Rs. 2,000/month (PG level)
Odisha State Scholarship for SC/ST	Odisha State Government	SC/ST students domiciled in Odisha	Tuition fee reimbursement (as per state norms)
Monthly Stipend (Institutional)	IMS & SUM Hospital / SOA University	All enrolled MD students	Rs. 60,000/month (Year 1), with 3% annual hike

The UGC PG Scholarship for SC/ST is applicable to professional PG courses and can be applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
The monthly stipend is provided to all MD students irrespective of category and is not a scholarship but a standard institutional benefit.
Students are advised to check the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) and the Odisha state scholarship portal for updated eligibility and application deadlines.
No specific merit-based institutional scholarship is available for MD students at IMS & SUM Hospital.

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IMS & SUM Hospital MD (Emergency Medicine) FAQs

Ques. Is the MD (Emergency Medicine) seat at IMS & SUM Hospital available under the All India Quota?

Ans. Yes, the MD (Emergency Medicine) seat at IMS & SUM Hospital is available under the All India Quota (AIQ) through MCC counselling. As per NMC records for 2025, there is 1 permitted seat. Candidates from across India can apply through the MCC portal after qualifying NEET PG.

Ques. What is the total cost of doing MD Emergency Medicine at IMS & SUM Hospital, considering the stipend?

Ans. The total tuition fee is Rs. 68.40 Lakhs over 3 years. However, students receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 in Year 1, Rs. 61,800 in Year 2, and Rs. 63,654 in Year 3. Over 3 years, the total stipend amounts to approximately Rs. 22.37 Lakhs, effectively reducing the net out-of-pocket cost significantly.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation mandatory for MD students at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. No, hostel accommodation is not mandatory for MD students. It is optional and available at rates ranging from Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 1,25,000 per annum depending on the room type, plus a mess fee of Rs. 54,000 per annum.

Ques. Is there an institutional bond after completing MD at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. No, there is no institutional bond for the MD programme at IMS & SUM Hospital. Students are free to pursue their career of choice after completing the course.

Ques. What documents are required at the time of reporting for MD admission at IMS & SUM Hospital?

Ans. Candidates must bring the MCC/DGHS allotment letter, NEET PG admit card and result, MBBS degree/provisional certificate, all MBBS mark sheets, internship completion certificate, permanent/provisional registration certificate from NMC or State Medical Council, class 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, college leaving certificate, conduct certificate, migration certificate, Aadhaar card, PAN card, and 10 passport-size photographs along with 2 sets of photocopies of all documents.

Ques. How competitive is the MD Emergency Medicine seat at IMS & SUM Hospital, and what NEET PG rank is typically required?

Ans. With only 1 permitted seat, the MD Emergency Medicine programme at IMS & SUM Hospital is extremely competitive. Based on previous year trends, candidates typically need a strong NEET PG rank to secure this seat through AIQ counselling. Emergency Medicine as a specialisation has seen growing interest in recent years, and candidates are advised to check the previous year closing ranks on the MCC website for reference.