Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Master of Surgery [MS] in General Surgery at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College (RPGMC), Kangra at Tanda, is a 3-year postgraduate degree program recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated to Atal Medical and Research University (AMRU), Himachal Pradesh. The program offers 3 seats per year under the HP State Quota (as per the 2026-27 seat matrix), with additional All India Quota seats filled through MCC counselling. Annual tuition fees are Rs. 31,500 per year, making it one of the most affordable PG surgical programs in the country. Admission is based on NEET PG scores, and the course is offered in full-time, on-campus mode. The Department of Surgery at RPGMC Tanda is one of the most active surgical departments in Himachal Pradesh, offering training in general surgery, laparoscopic surgery, pancreatico-biliary surgery, cancer surgery, thyroid surgery, breast surgery, and vascular access surgeries, with a faculty of 10 members across 4 units.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are currently ongoing/in advanced stages. The HP State Counselling for PG MD/MS/DNB 2026-27 was initiated by AMRU in October 2026, with online registration starting from 25 October 2026. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, admissions will be based on NEET PG 2027 scores, with counselling expected to begin tentatively in October-November 2027.

Key Points

The Department of Surgery at RPGMC Tanda was established in 1997 and the MS General Surgery PG course started in 2011 with 2 seats, later expanded to 7 seats in 2016.
The department operates 4 surgical units with a faculty of 10 members, providing services in general surgery, laparoscopic surgery, pancreatico-biliary surgery, cancer surgery, thyroid surgery, breast surgery, and urology.
The department has a 125-bedded indoor ward, a 13-bedded separate burn ward, major operation theatres, a minor OT, endoscopy room, and proctology room.
PG students receive a monthly stipend revised to Rs. 50,000 (Year 1), Rs. 60,000 (Year 2), and Rs. 65,000 (Year 3) as announced by the HP Government in December 2026.
The department has a trained surgeon in renal and pancreas transplant surgery and is working towards starting renal transplant surgery.

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RPGMC MS Fees

The MS General Surgery program at RPGMC Tanda is offered at highly subsidized government rates. The total tuition fee for the entire 3-year program is Rs. 94,500 (Rs. 31,500 per year). Hostel accommodation is available at Rs. 21,000 per year (optional). Refundable security deposits of Rs. 12,500 are collected at the time of admission. PG students also receive a monthly stipend, which significantly offsets the cost of education.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	24,000	24,000	24,000	72,000
College Depreciation Fee	5,000	5,000	5,000	15,000
Athletic Charges	1,000	1,000	1,000	3,000
Student Fund	1,500	1,500	1,500	4,500
Total Tuition & Other Fees	31,500	31,500	31,500	94,500
Hostel Fees (optional)	21,000	21,000	21,000	63,000
Total Fees (without hostel)	31,500	31,500	31,500	94,500
Total Fees (with hostel)	52,500	52,500	52,500	1,57,500

Hostel fees include: Rent Rs. 10,000 + Electricity Rs. 5,000 + Hostel Fund Rs. 5,000 + Student Fund Rs. 1,000 per year.
Hostel is optional (not mandatory).
Refundable securities: College Security Rs. 5,000 + Library Security Rs. 2,500 + Hostel Security Rs. 5,000 = Rs. 12,500 (refundable at the end of the course).
No fee shall be refunded if the candidate leaves the PG degree course after the last cut-off date of admission.
Students with more than 40% disability admitted in any course affiliated with AMRU are not charged any fees (as per AMRU notification dated 15.05.2024).
PG students residing in hostels must vacate within 7 days after completion of clinical/practical examination.
Penalty: Rs. 100/day for the first month and Rs. 300/day thereafter.
Examination fees are charged separately as fixed by AMRU from time to time.

RPGMC MS Admission 2026

Admissions to MS General Surgery at RPGMC Tanda are conducted through centralized counselling by AMRU (Atal Medical and Research University), Himachal Pradesh, based on NEET PG merit. For the 2026-27 session, the HP State Counselling was initiated in October 2026. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, admissions will be based on NEET PG 2027 scores, with state counselling expected to begin tentatively in October 2027. Candidates must apply online at www.amruhp.ac.in.

College Admission Dates

Event	2026-27 Dates	2027-28 Tentative Dates
AMRU Online Registration Opens	25 October 2026	October 2027 (Tentative)
Last Date for Online Application	To be notified	November 2027 (Tentative)
State Merit List Display	To be notified	November 2027 (Tentative)
Round 1 Counselling / Seat Allotment	November 2026	November-December 2027 (Tentative)
Round 2 Counselling	December 2026	December 2027 (Tentative)
Round 3 / Stray Vacancy Round	January 2027	January 2028 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	January-February 2027	January-February 2028 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2027 Registration Start	7 April 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Registration End	7 May 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Admit Card	11 June 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Exam Date	15 June 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Result	15 July 2027 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess an MBBS degree recognized by the NMC/erstwhile MCI.
Compulsory rotating internship must be completed on or before 31 July 2027 (as per MCC/NMC guidelines for 2027-28 session).
Candidates must have qualified NEET PG 2027 with the minimum qualifying percentile: General/UR - 50th percentile; SC/ST/OBC/PwBD - 40th percentile; UR-PwBD - 45th percentile.

Admission Process

Qualify NEET PG 2027 conducted by NBE.
Register online at www.amruhp.ac.in within the prescribed dates and pay the non-refundable application fee (General/EWS: Rs. 3,600; SC/ST: Rs. 2,500; PwD: Nil).
State Merit List is prepared by AMRU based on NEET PG 2027 rank and applicable service incentives (for In-Service GDOs).
Participate in online centralized counselling - fill and lock college/course choices.
Pay token amount of Rs. 39,000 (equivalent to first-year tuition fee) upon seat allotment.
Report to RPGMC Tanda with original documents for physical verification and medical examination.
Complete university registration formalities post-admission.

RPGMC MS Scholarships 2026

MS General Surgery students at RPGMC Tanda benefit primarily from the government stipend scheme, which is the most significant financial support available. The HP Government revised stipend rates in December 2026, making it a financially attractive program. Students from economically weaker sections and reserved categories may also avail of state and central government scholarships.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Support	Amount	Eligibility	Details
HP Government PG Stipend	Rs. 50,000/month (Year 1), Rs. 60,000/month (Year 2), Rs. 65,000/month (Year 3)	All PG resident doctors at government medical colleges in HP	Revised in December 2026 by HP CM; applicable to all MD/MS students
Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	As per state norms	SC/ST candidates	Administered by HP Social Justice & Empowerment Department
Central Sector Scholarship	As per central norms	Merit-based, income criteria apply	Administered by Ministry of Education, Government of India
Fee Waiver for PwBD Students	100% fee waiver	Students with >40% disability	As per AMRU notification dated 15.05.2024

The monthly stipend is the primary financial support and is available to all PG students (both Direct and In-Service GDO categories).
In-Service GDOs who opt for the stipend are bound by a service bond; those who opt for "No Bond No Stipend" are exempt from bond obligations.
Scholarship applications for SC/ST/EWS categories must be submitted through the respective state/central portals with required income and caste certificates.

RPGMC Tanda M.S General Surgery Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#117 out of 632 in India 2025

#3rd in Himachal Pradesh

Indiatoday Ranking

#36 out of 54 in India 2025

The Week Ranking

#30 out of 44 in India 2025

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RPGMC MS FAQs

Ques. How many MS General Surgery seats are available at RPGMC Tanda and how are they distributed?

Ans. As per the 2026-27 HP State Quota seat matrix, RPGMC Tanda has 3 MS General Surgery seats under the State Quota (2 GDO + 1 Direct). Additional seats are available under the All India Quota through MCC counselling. The total seat count may vary each year based on NMC/MCC updates.

Ques. What surgical subspecialties will I get exposure to during MS General Surgery at RPGMC Tanda?

Ans. The department provides training in general surgery, laparoscopic surgery (cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hernia repair), pancreatico-biliary surgery, cancer surgery (including gallbladder cancer), thyroid and breast surgery, urology, and vascular access surgeries. The department also has a trained surgeon in renal and pancreas transplant surgery.

Ques. Is there a bond obligation for MS General Surgery students at RPGMC Tanda?

Ans. PG students who accept the government stipend are required to serve in HP government health services for a specified period after completing the course. Students can opt for the "No Bond No Stipend" scheme to avoid the bond. The revised stipend (Rs. 50,000 - Rs. 65,000/month) makes the bonded option financially attractive.

Ques. What is the PG teaching methodology in the Surgery department at RPGMC Tanda?

Ans. PG teaching is conducted through didactic lectures, case presentations, journal clubs, seminar presentations, CPC meets, grand rounds, monthly departmental meetings for interesting case discussions, and monthly statistics and mortality reviews. The department has a well-structured comprehensive curriculum and syllabus for PG teaching.

Ques. Can non-HP candidates apply for MS General Surgery at RPGMC Tanda?

Ans. Yes. 50% of seats are under the All India Quota (AIQ), open to candidates from across India through MCC counselling based on NEET PG merit. The remaining 50% State Quota seats are for HP domicile candidates and In-Service GDOs of HP.

Ques. What is the NEET PG cutoff for MS General Surgery at RPGMC Tanda?

Ans. Based on 2026 NEET PG counselling data, the NEET PG rank cutoff for MS General Surgery at RPGMC Tanda was approximately 7,458 (AIQ) and 8,650 (State Quota). Cutoffs vary each year based on the number of candidates and seat availability. Candidates are advised to check the official MCC and AMRU websites for the most current cutoff data.