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The Doctorate of Medicine [DM] in Cardiology at ESIC Medical College and Hospital, Faridabad is a 3-year super-speciality postgraduate programme focused on the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases, including interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiac electrophysiology. Affiliated to Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak, the college is a 1,150-bedded government hospital under the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India. The programme offers 2 seats (as per the 2024-25 SS seat matrix), with admission through NEET SS, and is offered in full-time on-campus mode. DM Cardiology is one of the most prestigious and competitive super-speciality courses in India, and ESIC Faridabad's government status, strong cardiac caseload, and stipend support make it a highly sought-after destination.

Admissions for the NEET SS 2026 session (Academic Year 2026-27) are currently ongoing. The MCC SS Counselling 2026 Round 1 reporting is underway (19-25 March 2027), and Round 2 registration is scheduled from 28 March to 3 April 2027. The academic session for super-speciality courses commenced from 10 April 2027.

Key Points

Government institution under ESIC (Ministry of Labour and Employment, Govt. of India), ensuring high-quality infrastructure and cardiac patient load
Affiliated to Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak
Super-speciality students receive a monthly stipend as per ESIC Headquarters norms
Mandatory ESIC bond: candidates must serve ESIC/ESI Scheme institutions for 2 years post-completion; bond penalty is Rs. 10,00,000
100% seats under All India Quota (AIQ) via MCC SS counselling
Strong exposure to interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiac critical care at a 1,150-bedded multi-specialty hospital

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ESIC Faridabad DM Cardiology Fees

The DM Cardiology programme at ESIC Medical College, Faridabad is significantly more affordable than private super-speciality institutions. The annual tuition fee is approximately Rs. 2,25,000, making the total tuition fee for the 3-year programme approximately Rs. 6,75,000. A refundable caution deposit is also collected at the time of admission. Hostel accommodation is available as per the ESIC Residency Scheme and is not mandatory.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (3 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 2,25,000	Rs. 6,75,000
Caution Deposit (Refundable)	Rs. 5,000 (one-time)	Rs. 5,000
University Fee	As per Pt. B.D. Sharma University norms + GST	Actual
Hostel Charges	As per ESIC Residency Scheme (if availed)	Actual
Mess Charges	As per actual	Actual
Total Fees (Tuition + Caution Deposit)		Rs. 6,80,000 + University Fee

The caution deposit of Rs. 5,000 is refundable at the time of course completion.
University fee is charged as per Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak norms and is subject to GST.
Hostel charges are as per the ESIC Residency Scheme and are not mandatory; they are charged separately if availed.
All super-speciality students receive a monthly stipend as per ESIC Headquarters norms, which significantly offsets the cost of the programme.
Fee payment is to be made via Demand Draft in favour of the institution or through the designated online portal as notified at the time of admission.
Fees are provisional and may be revised as per ESIC Headquarters directions.
Bond penalty: Rs. 10,00,000 for 2-year compulsory service post-completion; bank guarantee of Rs. 5 lakh at the beginning of 2nd year and Rs. 5 lakh at the beginning of 3rd year.

ESIC Faridabad DM Cardiology Admission 2026

Admissions to DM Cardiology at ESIC Medical College, Faridabad are conducted through NEET SS, with 100% seats under the All India Quota (AIQ) managed by MCC. The NEET SS 2026 counselling (for AY 2026-27) is currently ongoing, with Round 1 reporting from 19-25 March 2027 and Round 2 registration from 28 March to 3 April 2027. The academic session commenced from 10 April 2027.

Admission Events

Event	AY 2026-27	AY 2027-28 (Tentative)
NEET SS Exam	26-27 December 2026	November-December 2027
NEET SS Result	28 January 2027	January 2028
MCC SS Round 1 Registration	10-15 March 2027	March 2028
MCC SS Round 1 Choice Filling	11-16 March 2027	March 2028
MCC SS Round 1 Result	18 March 2027	March 2028
MCC SS Round 1 Reporting	19-25 March 2027	March-April 2028
MCC SS Round 2 Registration	28 March - 3 April 2027	April 2028
MCC SS Round 2 Choice Filling	29 March - 4 April 2027	April 2028
MCC SS Round 2 Result	7 April 2027	April 2028
MCC SS Round 2 Reporting	8-16 April 2027	April 2028
Academic Session Commencement	10 April 2027	April 2028

NEET SS Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET SS 2026 Registration Start	5 November 2026
NEET SS 2026 Registration End	25 November 2026
NEET SS 2026 Admit Card	22 December 2026
NEET SS 2026 Exam Date	26-27 December 2026
NEET SS 2026 Result	28 January 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess a recognised MD (General Medicine) or equivalent degree as per NMC regulations for DM Cardiology
Valid registration with any State Medical Council or the National Medical Commission (NMC) is required
Candidates must have completed their MD/MS degree before the date of joining

Admission Process

Appear in NEET SS conducted by NBE (National Board of Examinations)
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for All India Quota SS counselling
Fill in college and course preferences during the choice-filling window
Seat allotment is based on NEET SS rank, category, and preference
Report to ESIC Medical College, Faridabad with original documents as per the checklist within the stipulated date
Submit the ESIC Bond (Rs. 10,00,000 bond for 2-year compulsory service post-completion) and bank guarantee as required
Pay the prescribed fees via Demand Draft or online portal as notified

ESIC Faridabad DM Cardiology Scholarships 2026

ESIC Medical College, Faridabad does not offer standalone scholarships for super-speciality students; however, the ESIC Residency Scheme and government-mandated stipend effectively reduce the financial burden significantly. Students from reserved categories may also be eligible for central and state government scholarships.

Super-speciality students at ESIC receive a monthly stipend as per ESIC Headquarters norms (Level 11 or higher, 7th CPC), which is paid throughout the 3-year course duration and substantially offsets the total tuition fee.

Scholarships and Financial Benefits

Scholarship / Financial Benefit	Amount	Eligibility	Remarks
ESIC Senior Resident Stipend	As per ESIC HQ norms (Level 11+, 7th CPC)	All admitted SS students	Paid as per ESIC HQ norms
Central Government SC/ST Scholarship	As per GoI norms	SC/ST category students	Apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in)
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship	As per GoI norms	EWS/OBC students	Apply via National Scholarship Portal
Haryana State Scholarship	As per state norms	Haryana domicile students	Apply via Haryana state scholarship portal

The ESIC stipend is the primary financial support and is not a scholarship but a residency emolument.
Scholarship applications for central/state schemes must be submitted within the deadlines notified by the respective authorities each academic year.
Students must not be in receipt of any other scholarship or concession from the college simultaneously.

ESIC Faridabad DM Cardiology Ranking

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ESIC Faridabad DM Cardiology FAQs

Ques. What is the NEET SS cutoff for DM Cardiology at ESIC Medical College, Faridabad?

Ans. The cutoff for DM Cardiology at ESIC Faridabad is highly competitive. As per available data, the NEET SS closing rank for DM Cardiology at ESIC Faridabad in 2024 was in the range of 1032-1616 (General category, Round 2). With only 2 seats available, candidates need an exceptionally high NEET SS rank. It is advisable to check the MCC official website for the most recent round-wise allotment data.

Ques. Is there a bond obligation after completing DM Cardiology at ESIC Faridabad?

Ans. Yes. All super-speciality students at ESIC institutions are required to sign a bond committing to serve ESIC or ESI Scheme institutions for 2 years after completing the course. The bond penalty is Rs. 10,00,000 (Rs. 10 lakh). A bank guarantee of Rs. 5 lakh is to be submitted at the beginning of the 2nd year and another Rs. 5 lakh at the beginning of the 3rd year. In-service ESIC/ESIS doctors are exempted from this bond.

Ques. How many seats are available for DM Cardiology at ESIC Medical College, Faridabad?

Ans. As per the 2024-25 SS seat matrix, ESIC Medical College, Faridabad has 2 seats for DM Cardiology under the All India Quota. The exact seat matrix for each academic year is published by NMC and MCC before counselling begins. Candidates should verify the current seat matrix on the official MCC or NMC website before applying.

Ques. What is the eligibility for DM Cardiology at ESIC Faridabad?

Ans. Candidates must hold a recognised MD (General Medicine) or equivalent degree as per NMC regulations. They must have valid registration with a State Medical Council or NMC and must have completed their MD degree before the date of joining. Admission is through NEET SS conducted by NBE.

Ques. When does the DM Cardiology academic session start at ESIC Faridabad?

Ans. For the AY 2026-27 session, the super-speciality academic session commenced from 10 April 2027, as per the MCC SS Counselling 2026 schedule. For subsequent years, the session typically begins in April following the completion of MCC SS counselling rounds.

Ques. What is the career scope after completing DM Cardiology from ESIC Medical College, Faridabad?

Ans. After completing DM Cardiology, graduates are required to serve ESIC/ESI Scheme institutions for 2 years as Senior Residents under the ESIC Residency Scheme. Post bond service, they can pursue interventional cardiology fellowships, join government or private hospitals as consultant cardiologists, pursue academic/research careers, or set up independent cardiology practice. ESIC Faridabad's strong cardiac caseload and government hospital exposure provide excellent training for a successful cardiology career.