M.Ch (Magister Chirurgiae - Super Speciality)
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The highest surgical qualification in India, admitted through NEET SS. Cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery and surgical oncology represent the peak of clinical earning potential.
- Duration
- 3 years
- Entry after
- Postgraduation
- Entrance exam
- National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Super Specialty
- Study mode
- OnCampus
- Licence
- MANDATORY: registration with the State Medical Council / NMC before practising
Course overview
The highest surgical qualification in India, admitted through NEET SS. Cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery and surgical oncology represent the peak of clinical earning potential.
Eligibility and admission
Who can apply. MS in a relevant branch with NMC registration.
How you get in. NEET SS followed by MCC counselling; INI-SS for AIIMS/PGI.
How it is studied. Full-time only. UGC does not permit this programme in distance or online mode, as it requires laboratory, clinical or studio training.
Licence to practise. MANDATORY: registration with the State Medical Council / NMC before practising.
Admission rules change every year. Confirm eligibility, the entrance test and the calendar against the current official notification.
Where this can lead
Where people work.
- Super-speciality hospitals
- Medical colleges
- Corporate hospital chains
- Specialised surgical centres
- Private super-speciality practice
What you can study next.
- Fellowships
- Professorship
- Department leadership
- Surgical research
Cost, duration and indicative earnings
Indicative total course fee. Govt: about 1,00,000 - 5,00,000 total; Private: about 50,00,000 - 2,00,00,000 total (clinical branches highest).
Indicative starting salary. 200,000 - 1,000,000+ per month.
Typical duration. 3 years.
Fees and salaries here are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution and treat the salary as a starting range that varies by employer and location.
Who can apply
1 route into this course.
| Qualification | Stream | Minimum | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduation | Any | — | NMC registration |
Percentages are indicative. Individual universities set their own cut-offs, and reserved-category relaxations differ by state and institution.
Entrance exams for this course
An exam mapping does not mean every college accepts that exam. Check the current institution and examination notification before you apply.
Careers this course leads to
1 route mapped from this qualification.
A course supports eligibility and preparation. It never guarantees a particular job.
Before and after this course
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Common questions
Who can apply for M.Ch (Magister Chirurgiae - Super Speciality)?
MS in a relevant branch with NMC registration. Admission is through NEET SS followed by MCC counselling; INI-SS for AIIMS/PGI.
How long does M.Ch (Magister Chirurgiae - Super Speciality) take?
3 years. Full-time only. UGC does not permit this programme in distance or online mode, as it requires laboratory, clinical or studio training.
What does M.Ch (Magister Chirurgiae - Super Speciality) cost?
Govt: about 1,00,000 - 5,00,000 total; Private: about 50,00,000 - 2,00,00,000 total (clinical branches highest). These are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution.
What can I study after M.Ch (Magister Chirurgiae - Super Speciality)?
Fellowships, Professorship, Department leadership, Surgical research.
Does M.Ch (Magister Chirurgiae - Super Speciality) need a licence or registration to practise?
MANDATORY: registration with the State Medical Council / NMC before practising.
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