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Master of Surgery [MS] (Ophthalmology) at Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College and Hospital (ANMMCH), Gaya, is a 3-year postgraduate surgical degree in eye care and surgery, affiliated to Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU), Patna. The programme is offered in full-time, on-campus mode with an intake of 2 seats. The annual tuition fee for government quota is approximately Rs. 22,600, making it highly affordable. Admission is based on NEET PG scores, and the course is valued for its clinical training at ANMMCH's active Ophthalmology department.

Admissions for the 2026 batch (PGMAC-2026) are currently in the stray vacancy round as of March 2027. The stray vacancy round registration was open from February 22, 2027, with document verification ongoing. For the 2027 batch, admissions will be based on NEET PG 2027 scores, with Bihar PGMAC-2027 counselling expected to begin around July-August 2027.

Key Points

MS Ophthalmology at ANMMCH provides training in a wide range of ophthalmic surgeries including cataract, glaucoma, retinal procedures, and oculoplasty.
Residents receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 82,000 (1st year), Rs. 90,200 (2nd year), and Rs. 99,220 (3rd year) as per 2026-27 data.
A compulsory service bond of 3 years is applicable post-completion; non-compliance attracts a penalty of Rs. 25,00,000.
Both male and female hostel facilities are available for PG residents on campus.
Seats are split 50:50 between All India Quota (MCC) and Bihar State Quota (BCECEB PGMAC).

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13 May, 2026 NEET PG 2026 Exam is scheduled for August 30, 2026. The registrations are expected to begin soon @nbe.edu.in.

ANMMCH MS Ophthalmology Fees

MS Ophthalmology at ANMMCH is a government-funded programme with very nominal fees. The tuition fee is approximately Rs. 22,600 per year, totalling around Rs. 67,800 for the 3-year course. There are no management or NRI quota seats. Hostel accommodation is available separately.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (3 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 22,600	Rs. 67,800
Other Charges (Exam, Library, etc.)	Approx. Rs. 5,000	Approx. Rs. 15,000
Total Fees (Excluding Hostel)	Approx. Rs. 27,600	Approx. Rs. 82,800
Hostel Fees (Optional)	As applicable	As applicable

Hostel fees are charged separately and are not mandatory; subject to availability.
PG residents receive a monthly stipend which effectively offsets the course fees.
Fee details are as per the Bihar government notification (March 2023); candidates should verify the latest fee structure from anmmc.ac.in or the BCECEB prospectus.
Fees are paid at the time of admission/each academic year; no EMI options are available.

ANMMCH MS Ophthalmology Admission 2026

Admission to MS Ophthalmology at ANMMCH is through NEET PG, with seats allocated via MCC (All India Quota - 50%) and BCECEB PGMAC (Bihar State Quota - 50%). The PGMAC-2026 stray vacancy round is currently ongoing (March 2027). For the 2027 batch, NEET PG 2027 will be the qualifying exam, with Bihar PGMAC-2027 counselling expected from July-August 2027.

ANMMCH MS Ophthalmology Admission Dates

Event	Date
PGMAC-2026 Round 1 Registration & Choice Filling	October 29, 2026
PGMAC-2026 Round 1 Document Verification	November-December 2026
PGMAC-2026 Round 2 Registration & Choice Filling	October 8, 2026 (revised)
PGMAC-2026 Round 3 Registration & Choice Filling	February 2-12, 2027
PGMAC-2026 Stray Vacancy Round Registration	February 22, 2027
PGMAC-2026 Stray Vacancy Document Verification	February 28, 2027 onwards
Batch Commencement (2026 Session)	March 2027 (approx.)

NEET PG 2027 Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2027 Registration Start	April 7, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Registration End	May 7, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Admit Card	June 11, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Exam Date	June 15, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Result	July 15, 2027
Bihar PGMAC-2027 Counselling	July-August 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical college.
Completion of a 12-month compulsory rotating internship (CRMI) on or before the date specified by MCC/BCECEB for the respective counselling round.
Must have a valid NEET PG score for the respective year.

Admission Process:

Appear in NEET PG and obtain a valid score/rank.
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for All India Quota or on the BCECEB portal (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in) for Bihar State Quota.
Fill and lock choices during the designated choice-filling window.
Attend document verification at the allotted college upon seat allotment.
Pay the admission fee and report to ANMMCH to confirm admission.
Sign the compulsory service bond of 3 years (penalty: Rs. 25,00,000 for non-compliance).

ANMMCH MS Ophthalmology Scholarships 2026

ANMMCH is a government medical college with highly subsidised fees. PG residents receive a monthly stipend that substantially covers living and educational expenses. Government scholarship schemes are also available for eligible candidates.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Details
Monthly Stipend (State Govt.)	All enrolled MD/MS residents	Rs. 82,000 (1st yr) / Rs. 90,200 (2nd yr) / Rs. 99,220 (3rd yr) per month	Paid monthly by the Bihar government
Bihar Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Bihar domicile; merit in entrance; family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Partial to full fee waiver	Applied through the Bihar government scholarship portal
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes	SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EWS candidates	Varies by scheme	Applied through scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship (Bihar Govt.)	SC/ST/OBC students from Bihar	Varies	Applied through the Bihar government portal

The monthly stipend is the most significant financial support for PG residents.
Scholarship applications must be submitted within the deadlines announced by the respective authorities each academic year.

ANMMCH MS Ophthalmology FAQs

Ques. How many MS Ophthalmology seats are available at ANMMCH Gaya?

Ans. ANMMCH has 2 seats for MS Ophthalmology, split equally between All India Quota (1 seat via MCC) and Bihar State Quota (1 seat via BCECEB PGMAC). The exact seat matrix is published before each counselling round.

Ques. What is the NEET PG score required for MS Ophthalmology at ANMMCH?

Ans. Based on 2023 AIQ counselling data, the NEET PG score cutoff for MS Ophthalmology at ANMMCH was approximately 525 for the General category. Cutoffs vary each year depending on the number of candidates and available seats.

Ques. What surgical procedures do MS Ophthalmology residents perform at ANMMCH?

Ans. MS Ophthalmology residents at ANMMCH get training in cataract surgeries (phacoemulsification and SICS), glaucoma management, retinal procedures, squint correction, oculoplasty, and corneal transplants. The high patient load from the Gaya-Magadh region ensures good surgical exposure.

Ques. Is there a service bond after completing MS Ophthalmology at ANMMCH?

Ans. Yes. After completing the MS programme, residents must serve a compulsory government/rural service bond of 3 years. Non-compliance attracts a penalty of Rs. 25,00,000 (Rs. 25 lakhs).

Ques. Can candidates from outside Bihar apply for MS Ophthalmology at ANMMCH?

Ans. Yes. 50% of MS Ophthalmology seats are filled through MCC All India Quota counselling, open to all NEET PG qualified candidates across India. The remaining 50% are reserved for Bihar state quota candidates.

Ques. What is the stipend for MS Ophthalmology residents at ANMMCH?

Ans. As per 2026-27 data, the stipend is Rs. 82,000/month (1st year), Rs. 90,200/month (2nd year), and Rs. 99,220/month (3rd year), paid by the Bihar government.

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