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MS (General Surgery) at Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences (CIMS), Bilaspur is a 3-year postgraduate surgical degree programme that provides comprehensive training in abdominal surgery, laparoscopic surgery, trauma surgery, oncosurgery, vascular surgery, and emergency surgical care. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode and is affiliated to Pt. Deendayal Upadhyay Memorial Health Sciences and Ayush University of Chhattisgarh, Raipur. CIMS Bilaspur offers 6 seats in MS General Surgery, with a total tuition fee of Rs. 60,000 for the entire course (Rs. 20,000 per year). Admission is based on NEET PG scores, and MS General Surgery is one of the most prestigious surgical specialties and a gateway to super-speciality surgical training.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch have been completed. The MCC NEET PG 2025 counselling (AIQ) and Chhattisgarh State NEET PG 2025 counselling (including stray vacancy round) have concluded as of February-March 2026. The next admission cycle (2027-28) will be based on NEET PG 2026, with registration tentatively expected in April-May 2026 and the exam in June 2026.

Key Points

6 seats available in MS General Surgery at CIMS Bilaspur as per the NEET PG 2025 seat matrix.
MS General Surgery is a highly competitive specialty; based on 2025 state counselling data, the closing rank for UR-NC category was around 3,000 to 8,000 across rounds.
Admitted PG students receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 42,500 (1st year), Rs. 45,000 (2nd year), and Rs. 47,000 (3rd year).
Students must sign a 2-year compulsory government service bond post-completion; failure to serve attracts a penalty of Rs. 50,00,000.
Seats are filled through both AIQ (50%) and State Quota (50%) via MCC and CGDME counselling respectively.

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CIMS MS Fees

MS General Surgery at CIMS Bilaspur is one of the most affordable PG medical programmes in India, being a government institution. The total tuition fee for the 3-year course is Rs. 60,000 (Rs. 20,000 per year). Hostel accommodation is available on campus for both male and female students at a nominal additional charge.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (per year)	Rs. 20,000
Tuition Fee (3 years total)	Rs. 60,000
Hostel Fee (per year, optional)	Rs. 3,500
Hostel Fee (3 years, optional)	Rs. 10,500
Total Fees (without hostel)	Rs. 60,000
Total Fees (with hostel)	Rs. 70,500

Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for PG students.
PG residents receive a monthly stipend (Rs. 42,500 to Rs. 47,000), which effectively offsets the course fees.
No management quota or NRI quota fees applicable as this is a government institution.
Fee structure is subject to revision as per Chhattisgarh state government rules.

CIMS MS Admission 2026

Admission to MS General Surgery at CIMS Bilaspur is entirely merit-based through NEET PG scores. Seats are allocated via MCC counselling (50% AIQ) and CGDME Chhattisgarh counselling (50% State Quota). The 2026-27 admissions have been completed, including the stray vacancy round. The next cycle will be based on NEET PG 2026.

College/Counselling Dates (2025-26 Cycle)

Event	Date
NEET PG 2025 Exam	August 11, 2025
NEET PG 2025 Result	September 2025
MCC AIQ PG Counselling Round 1	November-December 2025
MCC AIQ PG Counselling Round 2	December 2025
MCC AIQ PG Counselling Round 3	January 2026
MCC AIQ Stray Vacancy Round	February 2026
CG State NEET PG Counselling (Combined Round 1 & 2)	January 23-26, 2026
CG State NEET PG Mop-Up Round	February-March 2026
Batch Commencement	March 2026 (tentative)

NEET PG 2026 Exam Dates (Upcoming Cycle)

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	April 7, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Registration End	May 7, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	June 15, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Result	July 15, 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised medical college/university approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Candidates must have completed a 12-month compulsory rotating internship (CRMI) on or before the date specified by MCC/CGDME for the respective counselling round.
Candidates must have a valid NEET PG 2025/2026 scorecard and qualify the minimum percentile as prescribed by NMC.

Admission Process

Appear in NEET PG conducted by NBE (National Board of Examinations).
Register on MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for AIQ counselling or on CGDME portal (cgdme.admissions.nic.in) for State Quota counselling.
Fill and lock choices of colleges and courses during the designated choice-filling window.
Seat allotment is published based on NEET PG rank, category, and choice preferences.
Report to CIMS Bilaspur with original documents within the stipulated joining date.
Sign the compulsory government service bond at the time of admission.

CIMS MS Scholarships 2026

CIMS Bilaspur is a government institution with highly subsidised fees. While the college itself does not offer dedicated scholarships for PG students, state and central government scholarship schemes are available for eligible candidates. PG residents also receive a monthly stipend that substantially supports their financial needs during the course.

The Chhattisgarh state government provides post-matric scholarships to students from reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC). These scholarships are applicable to PG medical students as well, subject to income and category eligibility.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount (Approx.)
CG Post-Matric Scholarship (SC)	SC category, family income below prescribed limit	Rs. 62,000/year
CG Post-Matric Scholarship (ST)	ST category, family income below prescribed limit	Rs. 68,000/year
CG Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC)	OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), family income below Rs. 8 lakh/year	Rs. 48,000/year
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes	As per central government norms	Varies
PG Monthly Stipend (not a scholarship, but financial support)	All admitted PG residents	Rs. 42,500 - Rs. 47,000/month

Scholarships for General/EWS category students are not available under the state post-matric scheme.
OBC students must belong to the Non-Creamy Layer (annual family income below Rs. 8 lakh) to be eligible.
Applications for state scholarships are submitted through the Chhattisgarh scholarship portal.
The monthly stipend is paid by CIMS as per NMC/state government norms and is separate from scholarships.

CIMS MS FAQs

Ques. How many seats are available in MS General Surgery at CIMS Bilaspur?

Ans. CIMS Bilaspur has 6 seats in MS General Surgery as per the NEET PG 2025 seat matrix. These are divided between AIQ (3 seats) and State Quota (3 seats). Candidates with Chhattisgarh domicile can apply through both routes.

Ques. What is the NEET PG rank required to get MS General Surgery at CIMS Bilaspur?

Ans. MS General Surgery is a highly competitive specialty. Based on the 2025 state counselling data, the closing rank for UR-NC category was approximately in the range of 3,000 to 8,000 across different rounds. Only candidates with a high NEET PG rank can secure this seat.

Ques. What is the monthly stipend for MS General Surgery PG students at CIMS Bilaspur?

Ans. PG residents at CIMS Bilaspur receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 42,500 in the 1st year, Rs. 45,000 in the 2nd year, and Rs. 47,000 in the 3rd year, as per state government norms.

Ques. Is there a bond obligation after completing MS General Surgery at CIMS Bilaspur?

Ans. Yes. All PG students admitted to CIMS Bilaspur must sign a 2-year compulsory government service bond. Failure to complete the bond service attracts a penalty of Rs. 50,00,000 (Rs. 50 lakh).

Ques. What career options are available after MS General Surgery from CIMS Bilaspur?

Ans. MS General Surgery graduates can work as surgeons in government hospitals, set up private surgical practices, pursue MCh super-speciality courses in surgical oncology, GI surgery, vascular surgery, or paediatric surgery, work as faculty in medical colleges, or join multispecialty hospitals. MS General Surgery is the foundation for most surgical super-specialities in India.

Ques. What surgical training is available for MS General Surgery students at CIMS Bilaspur?

Ans. The Department of General Surgery at CIMS handles a high volume of elective and emergency surgical cases including laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendicectomy, hernia repairs, bowel surgeries, trauma surgeries, and oncosurgical procedures. PG students get extensive hands-on operative training under senior faculty, with exposure to both open and laparoscopic surgical techniques.

Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences Bilaspur M.S General Surgery: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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