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The Doctor of Medicine (DM) in Cardiology at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar is a 3-year super-speciality postgraduate programme recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) since 1994. The programme offers 3 seats and is conducted in full-time, on-campus mode at the SKIMS Soura campus. The total tuition fee for the entire course is INR 2,25,000, and admission is based on NEET SS scores followed by MCC counselling. SKIMS is the premier autonomous medical institution of Jammu and Kashmir, and its Cardiology department is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including a cardiac catheterisation lab, echo Doppler systems with 3D capability, electrophysiological systems, and a high-end C-arm fluoroscope, making it one of the most sought-after DM Cardiology programmes in the region.

As of March 2026, the NEET SS 2025 counselling (Round 1) is currently ongoing. The Round 1 seat allotment result was released on March 18, 2026, and candidates are required to report to their allotted institutes between March 19 and March 25, 2026. Round 2 registration is scheduled from March 26-27, 2026, with the academic session commencing on April 10, 2026. Candidates who have not been allotted a seat in Round 1 may participate in Round 2 registration.

Key Points

SKIMS Cardiology department has been running the DM training programme since 1994, making it one of the oldest and most established super-speciality cardiology programmes in J&K.
The department performs advanced interventional procedures including PTCA/Stenting, balloon dilatation, shunt closure device placement, single/dual/biventricular pacing, and ICD/combo device insertions on a routine basis.
The department has a new high-end Siemens C-arm fluoroscope and a state-of-the-art echo Doppler system with adult/paediatric TEE and 3D capability.
DM Cardiology graduates from SKIMS have gone on to join as faculty in various institutions across J&K, India, and abroad.
100% of seats at SKIMS are filled through All India MCC NEET SS counselling.

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SKIMS DM [Cardiology] Fees

The total tuition fee for the DM Cardiology programme at SKIMS is INR 2,25,000 for the entire 3-year duration, of which INR 1,75,000 is payable at the time of admission. This is one of the most affordable DM Cardiology programmes in India, given SKIMS's status as a government-funded autonomous institution. DM students also receive a monthly stipend of INR 97,000 per year of study (all three years), which substantially offsets the cost of the programme. Hostel accommodation is available on campus at a monthly due of approximately INR 16,000.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (payable at admission)	INR 1,75,000
Remaining Tuition Fee (balance)	INR 50,000
Total Tuition Fee (3 years)	INR 2,25,000
Hostel Dues (per month, optional)	INR 16,000

INR 1,75,000 is to be paid at the time of admission as per Medical Council Committee, Government of India norms.
Monthly stipend of INR 97,000 per year is provided to DM students in all three years of the programme.
Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory; monthly hostel dues are approximately INR 16,000.
No EMI option is officially available; fees are payable as per the schedule above.

SKIMS DM [Cardiology] Admission 2026

Admission to the DM Cardiology programme at SKIMS is entirely through the NEET SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Super Speciality) conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), followed by centralised counselling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). All 3 seats at SKIMS are under the All India quota and are filled through MCC counselling. The NEET SS 2025 counselling Round 1 result has been declared on March 18, 2026, and reporting is ongoing till March 25, 2026.

SKIMS DM Cardiology Admission Dates

Event	Date
NEET SS 2025 Registration Opens	November 5, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Registration Closes	November 25, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Admit Card	December 22, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Exam	December 26-27, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Result	January 28, 2026
MCC SS Counselling Round 1 Registration	March 10-15, 2026
Round 1 Choice Filling and Locking	March 11-16, 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment Result	March 18, 2026
Round 1 Reporting to Institute	March 19-25, 2026
Round 2 Seat Matrix Verification	March 26-27, 2026
Round 2 Registration and Payment	March 28 - April 3, 2026
Round 2 Choice Filling and Locking	March 29 - April 4, 2026
Round 2 Seat Allotment Result	April 7, 2026
Round 2 Reporting to Institute	April 8-16, 2026
Commencement of Academic Session 2025	April 10, 2026

NEET SS 2025 Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET SS 2025 Application Form Opens	November 5, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Application Form Closes	November 25, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Admit Card Release	December 22, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Exam Date	December 26-27, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Result Declaration	January 28, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MD degree in General Medicine, Paediatrics, or other relevant subjects from a recognised university, as per NMC/NBE guidelines for DM Cardiology.
Candidates must have a valid NEET SS 2025 score and qualify the minimum percentile cutoff as prescribed by NBE.
Candidates must be registered with the Medical Council of India (MCI)/NMC or a State Medical Council.

Admission Process

Appear in NEET SS conducted by NBE (held in December each year).
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for All India SS counselling.
Fill and lock choices of institutes and courses during the choice-filling window.
Receive seat allotment result and report to SKIMS within the stipulated reporting dates.
Submit original documents and pay the requisite fees at the time of joining.
Complete the provisional admission formalities as per SKIMS guidelines.

SKIMS DM [Cardiology] Scholarships 2026

SKIMS does not offer dedicated institutional scholarships for DM Cardiology students. However, DM students receive a monthly stipend of INR 97,000 per year throughout the 3-year programme, which is a significant financial benefit. Additionally, students from economically weaker sections and reserved categories may apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and J&K state scholarship schemes.

Scholarships and Financial Benefits

Scholarship / Financial Benefit	Amount	Eligibility
Monthly Stipend (DM Students)	INR 97,000/year (all 3 years)	All enrolled DM students at SKIMS
SC Category State Scholarship	Up to INR 40,000/year	SC category students from J&K
ST Category State Scholarship	Up to INR 60,000/year	ST category students from J&K
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)	Varies	Economically weaker section students

The monthly stipend is provided as per Medical Council Committee, Government of India norms and is applicable to all DM students regardless of category.
State scholarships are applicable primarily to J&K domicile students belonging to SC/ST categories.
NSP scholarships require annual application and are subject to income and merit criteria.
No separate merit-based scholarship is offered by SKIMS for DM Cardiology students.

SKIMS Srinagar DM Cardiology Ranking

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#201 out of 632 in India 2025

#4th in Jammu and Kashmir

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SKIMS DM [Cardiology] FAQs

Ques. Is the DM Cardiology programme at SKIMS recognised by NMC?

Ans. Yes, the DM Cardiology programme at SKIMS has been recognised by the Medical Council of India (now NMC) since 1994. It is one of the oldest and most established super-speciality cardiology programmes in Jammu and Kashmir.

Ques. How many seats are available for DM Cardiology at SKIMS, and are they under All India quota?

Ans. There are 3 seats for DM Cardiology at SKIMS. All 3 seats are under the All India quota and are filled exclusively through MCC NEET SS counselling. There is no state quota or institutional quota for this programme.

Ques. What is the stipend provided to DM Cardiology students at SKIMS?

Ans. DM Cardiology students at SKIMS receive a monthly stipend of INR 97,000 per year throughout all three years of the programme. This stipend is provided as per the norms of the Medical Council Committee, Government of India.

Ques. What MD specialisations are eligible to apply for DM Cardiology at SKIMS through NEET SS?

Ans. Candidates with MD in General Medicine, MD in Paediatrics, and other relevant MD specialisations as specified by NBE in the NEET SS information bulletin are eligible to apply for DM Cardiology. Candidates should verify the exact list of eligible feeder specialities in the official NEET SS information bulletin published by NBE each year.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for DM Cardiology students at SKIMS?

Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available on the SKIMS campus for DM students. The monthly hostel dues are approximately INR 16,000. Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for DM Cardiology students.

Ques. What are the career prospects after completing DM Cardiology from SKIMS?

Ans. DM Cardiology graduates from SKIMS have a strong track record of securing faculty positions in medical colleges and hospitals across J&K, India, and abroad. The programme's emphasis on interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and advanced cardiac imaging makes graduates well-suited for both academic and clinical careers. Many alumni have joined as faculty at SKIMS itself and at other government medical colleges in J&K.