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Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), Chennai, offers the Doctor of Medicine (DM) in Endocrinology, a 3-year full-time super-specialty postgraduate programme under Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute. The programme provides advanced clinical training in the diagnosis and management of endocrine disorders including diabetes mellitus, thyroid diseases, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, metabolic bone diseases, and reproductive endocrinology. The programme has a sanctioned intake of 2 seats (as per NEET SS 2025 seat matrix), with admission conducted through the centralized NEET SS examination and MCC counselling. The total tuition fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 87,00,000 (Rs. 29,00,000 per year). The course is offered in full-time, on-campus mode at the SRIHER campus in Porur, Chennai, and is highly sought after given the rising burden of diabetes and metabolic disorders in India.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session have been conducted through NEET SS 2026 counselling by MCC of DGHS. Round 1 counselling was held in March 2027 and Round 2 in late March to early April 2027, with the academic session commencing on April 10, 2027. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, NEET SS 2027 is expected to be conducted in December 2027, with counselling tentatively scheduled in early 2028.

Key Points

SRIHER is a NAAC A++ accredited deemed university ranked 60th in India by NIRF 2025, providing a strong academic and research environment for super-specialty training.
The DM Endocrinology programme is conducted at Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre, a 1,700+ bed tertiary care hospital, offering extensive clinical exposure in diabetes, thyroid, adrenal, pituitary, and metabolic disorders.
Students receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 50,000 (1st year), Rs. 52,500 (2nd year), and Rs. 55,000 (3rd year), which partially offsets the course fee.
The programme is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and seats are allotted through MCC of DGHS via NEET SS.
No reservation policy applies to DM/MCh super-specialty seats (except Tamil Nadu in-service 50% reservation as per Supreme Court order dated March 16, 2022).

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SRIHER DM Endocrinology Fees

The DM Endocrinology programme at SRIHER carries a tuition fee of Rs. 29,00,000 per year, totalling Rs. 87,00,000 for the entire 3-year course. In addition to tuition, candidates must pay a one-time University Registration Fee and Admission Form Fee at the time of admission, along with an annual Health Insurance Premium. A refundable College Caution Deposit of Rs. 50,000 is also collected. Hostel accommodation (optional) is available at Rs. 2,00,000 per year (A/C single room), with a refundable Hostel Caution Deposit of Rs. 50,000.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (per year)	29,00,000
University Registration Fee (one-time)	5,000
Admission Form Fee (one-time)	5,000
Health Insurance Premium (per year)	3,500
College Caution Deposit (Refundable, one-time)	50,000
Total Fees for 3 Years (excluding hostel)	87,63,500
Hostel Fee - A/C Single Room (per year, optional)	2,00,000
Hostel Caution Deposit (Refundable, one-time)	50,000
Total Hostel Fees for 3 Years (including deposit)	6,50,000

College Caution Deposit of Rs. 50,000 is refundable at the end of the course after deduction for any damage.
Hostel Caution Deposit of Rs. 50,000 is refundable at the end of the course.
Annual Mess Fee of Rs. 65,000 is payable separately to the Mess Counter; mess is compulsory for hostel students.
Fees are payable via RTGS/Electronic Fund Transfer or Demand Draft in favour of Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research. Cheques and cash are not accepted.
If a candidate withdraws after the cut-off date or mid-term, the first-year fee is forfeited and the entire remaining course fee is also payable.
If upgraded or relieved by MCC of DGHS, a deduction of Rs. 23,500 is made; refund is processed within 21 days.
Monthly stipend of Rs. 50,000 (Year 1), Rs. 52,500 (Year 2), and Rs. 55,000 (Year 3) is provided to students, which can be used to offset living and mess expenses.

SRIHER DM Endocrinology Admission 2026

Admission to DM Endocrinology at SRIHER is conducted through the NEET SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Super Specialty) examination, followed by centralized counselling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) of DGHS. For the 2026-27 session, NEET SS 2026 was conducted on December 26-27, 2026, and counselling was completed in March-April 2027. The academic session commenced on April 10, 2027. For the 2027-28 session, NEET SS 2027 is expected in December 2027, with counselling tentatively in early 2028.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
NEET SS 2026 Exam	December 26-27, 2026
NEET SS 2026 Result	January 23, 2027
MCC Round 1 Registration	March 10-15, 2027
MCC Round 1 Choice Filling	March 11-16, 2027
MCC Round 1 Seat Allotment Result	March 18, 2027
Reporting to Allotted Institute (Round 1)	March 19-25, 2027
MCC Round 2 Registration	March 28 - April 3, 2027
MCC Round 2 Choice Filling	March 29 - April 4, 2027
MCC Round 2 Seat Allotment Result	April 7, 2027
Reporting to Allotted Institute (Round 2)	April 8-16, 2027
Commencement of Academic Session 2026-27	April 10, 2027

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET SS 2026 Registration	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 23, 2027
NEET SS 2027 Exam (Tentative)	December 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a recognized MD or DNB degree in General Medicine or Paediatrics (as per NBEMS feeder specialty list for DM Endocrinology).
Candidates must have completed their qualifying PG degree on or before January 31, 2027 (for NEET SS 2026 session).
Candidates must hold permanent registration with NMC / State Medical Council / NBEMS.

Admission Process

Appear and qualify in NEET SS examination conducted by NBEMS (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences).
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for centralized counselling.
Pay non-refundable registration fee (Rs. 5,000) and refundable security deposit (Rs. 2,00,000) during counselling registration.
Fill and lock choices of courses and colleges on the MCC portal.
Seat allotment is based on NEET SS merit, choices filled, and seat availability.
Report to SRIHER (Seminar Hall, 2nd Floor, Medical College Building, Porur, Chennai - 600116) with original documents and fee payment proof within the stipulated date.
Documents required include: Provisional Allotment Letter (MCC), NEET SS Admit Card, NEET SS Score Card, MD/MS/DNB Degree Certificate, Permanent Medical Council Registration Certificate, MBBS Degree Certificate, MBBS Internship Certificate, mark statements, and photo ID proof.

SRIHER DM Endocrinology Scholarships 2026

SRIHER does not offer specific institutional scholarships exclusively for DM Endocrinology students. However, students may explore the following scholarship avenues. The monthly stipend provided by the institution (Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 55,000 per month) serves as a significant financial support mechanism for enrolled students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Details
SRIHER Monthly Stipend	All enrolled DM/MCh students	Rs. 50,000 (Year 1), Rs. 52,500 (Year 2), Rs. 55,000 (Year 3) per month	Provided by the institution to all DM/MCh students throughout the course
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes	SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EWS candidates	Varies	Central government scholarships; candidates must apply via scholarships.gov.in
State Government Scholarships (Tamil Nadu)	Tamil Nadu domicile students from reserved categories	Varies	Available through Tamil Nadu government portals for eligible categories

The monthly stipend is the primary financial support available to DM Endocrinology students at SRIHER.
There is no reservation in DM/MCh super-specialty seats (except Tamil Nadu in-service 50% reservation), so most central/state reservation-based scholarships may have limited applicability.
Students are advised to check the NSP portal (scholarships.gov.in) and Tamil Nadu government scholarship portals for updated eligibility and application deadlines.

SRIHER DM Endocrinology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#397 out of 632 in India 2025

#12th in Chennai

#37 in Tamil Nadu

Indiatoday Ranking

#11 out of 20 in Top Universities in India 2025

NIRF Ranking

#21 out of 50 in India 2025

#4th in Chennai

#6 in Tamil Nadu

IIRF Ranking

#15 out of 57 in Top Private Colleges in India 2025

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SRIHER DM Endocrinology FAQs

Ques. Is DM Endocrinology available at SRIHER Chennai, and how many seats are there?

Ans. Yes, DM Endocrinology is offered at Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute (SRIHER), Chennai. As per the NEET SS 2025 seat matrix released by MCC, there are 2 sanctioned seats for DM Endocrinology at SRIHER for the 2025-26 academic session.

Ques. What is the total fee for DM Endocrinology at SRIHER?

Ans. The tuition fee is Rs. 29,00,000 per year, totalling Rs. 87,00,000 for the 3-year course. Additional one-time charges include University Registration Fee (Rs. 5,000), Admission Form Fee (Rs. 5,000), Health Insurance (Rs. 3,500/year), and a refundable Caution Deposit (Rs. 50,000). Hostel is optional at Rs. 2,00,000/year.

Ques. What is the stipend provided to DM Endocrinology students at SRIHER?

Ans. Students enrolled in DM/MCh programmes at SRIHER receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 50,000 in the 1st year, Rs. 52,500 in the 2nd year, and Rs. 55,000 in the 3rd year. This stipend helps offset living and mess expenses during the course.

Ques. What is the feeder specialty for DM Endocrinology, and who is eligible to apply?

Ans. DM Endocrinology falls under the Medical Group in NEET SS. Candidates with MD or DNB in General Medicine or MD/DNB in Paediatrics are eligible to apply for DM Endocrinology, as per the NBEMS feeder specialty list. Candidates must have completed their qualifying PG degree by January 31, 2026 (for NEET SS 2025).

Ques. How competitive is DM Endocrinology at SRIHER?

Ans. With only 2 seats available at SRIHER, DM Endocrinology is highly competitive. Candidates typically need a strong NEET SS rank in the Medical Group to secure a seat at a premium private deemed university like SRIHER. The NEET SS 2024 cutoff ranks for DM courses at SRIHER ranged between 126 and 4017 across specialties.

Ques. Is there any bond or service obligation after completing DM Endocrinology at SRIHER?

Ans. As per available information, SRIHER does not impose a mandatory service bond for DM/MCh students admitted through MCC counselling. However, students are advised to confirm this directly with the institution at the time of admission, as policies may be updated. Candidates who withdraw mid-course are required to pay the entire remaining course fee as per the refund rules.