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The Master of Chirurgiae [M.Ch] in Neuro Surgery at Government Medical College (GMC), Thrissur is a 3-year super speciality postgraduate surgical programme affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS). The course is offered under the Department of Neurosurgery and provides advanced training in neurosurgical techniques, brain and spine surgery, and neurological interventions. GMC Thrissur offers 3 seats for this programme. The annual fee for super speciality courses at this government institution is Rs. 1,64,410, and students receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 68,796 to Rs. 73,164 as Super Speciality Residents. Admission is based on NEET SS scores through the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at the national level, with state quota seats allotted through CEE Kerala. The course is highly competitive and sought after due to the college's strong neurosurgical infrastructure and high patient load.

Admissions for the 2026 academic session are upcoming, based on NEET SS 2025 scores (exam held December 26-27, 2025; results declared January 28, 2026). The MCC NEET SS 2025 counselling is expected to commence from February-March 2026. For state quota seats, CEE Kerala conducts separate counselling. The NEET SS 2026 exam (for the 2026-27 session) is tentatively expected in the fourth week of March 2027.

Key Points

GMC Thrissur has a dedicated Neurosurgery department with 3 MCh Neurosurgery seats, offering excellent surgical training
The course has been offered since 2011 and was recognized by MCI on 29-05-2015
Super Speciality Residents receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 68,796 (Year 1), Rs. 70,980 (Year 2), and Rs. 73,164 (Year 3)
The college is affiliated to KUHS and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)
Hostel accommodation is available on campus for PG/Super Speciality students

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NEET SS Cutoff 2025 (Round 1) is 2241 for the M.Ch program for the General Category.

GMC Thrissur M.Ch Neuro Surgery Fees

The M.Ch Neuro Surgery at GMC Thrissur is offered at a government-regulated fee as per the Government Order G.O.(Ms)No.92/2023/H&FWD dated 19-04-2023. The annual super speciality course fee is Rs. 1,64,410, which includes tuition fee, caution deposit, miscellaneous charges, and van fee. Over the 3-year duration, the total course fee amounts to Rs. 4,93,230. The monthly stipend received by Super Speciality Residents significantly offsets the fee burden.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 1,33,130
Caution Deposit	Rs. 12,740
Miscellaneous Fee	Rs. 12,740
Van Fee	Rs. 5,800
Total Annual Fee	Rs. 1,64,410
Total Course Fee (3 Years)	Rs. 4,93,230

Hostel Fees (Optional): PG hostel accommodation is available on campus. Hostel charges are separate and subject to availability. Hostel is not mandatory.

Caution deposit is refundable at the time of course completion, subject to no dues.
Fee structure is as per the latest Government Order (G.O.(Ms)No.92/2023/H&FWD dated 19-04-2023).
No EMI options are available for government college fees; fees are to be paid as per the schedule notified at the time of admission.
Super Speciality Residents receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 68,796 (Year 1), Rs. 70,980 (Year 2), and Rs. 73,164 (Year 3), which substantially reduces the net financial outflow.

GMC Thrissur M.Ch Neuro Surgery Admission 2026

Admission to M.Ch Neuro Surgery at GMC Thrissur is conducted through the centralized NEET SS counselling process. National-level seats are allotted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), while state quota seats are allotted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. For the 2025-26 session, NEET SS 2025 was held on December 26-27, 2025, and results were declared on January 28, 2026. MCC counselling for NEET SS 2025 is expected to commence from February-March 2026. For the 2026-27 session, NEET SS 2026 is tentatively expected in the fourth week of March 2027.

College/Counselling Dates (NEET SS 2025 - Current Session)

Event	Date
NEET SS 2025 Exam	December 26-27, 2025
NEET SS 2025 Result	January 28, 2026
MCC NEET SS 2025 Counselling (Expected)	February-March 2026 (Tentative)
CEE Kerala SS Counselling (Expected)	March-April 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	April-May 2026 (Tentative)

NEET SS 2026 Exam Dates (For 2026-27 Session)

Event	Tentative Date
NEET SS 2026 Application Start	November 2026 (Tentative)
NEET SS 2026 Application End	November 2026 (Tentative)
NEET SS 2026 Exam Date	4th Week of March 2027 (Tentative)
NEET SS 2026 Result	April-May 2027 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must possess an MS (General Surgery) or equivalent degree recognized by NMC/MCI from a recognized medical institution.
Candidates must have completed or be completing the required residency/training period as prescribed by NMC.
Candidates must have qualified NEET SS with the minimum required percentile and must be registered with a State Medical Council or NMC.

Admission Process:

Qualify NEET SS conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS)
Register for MCC NEET SS counselling at mcc.nic.in for national-level seats
For state quota seats, register with CEE Kerala at cee.kerala.gov.in
Upload required documents and pay the counselling registration fee
MCC/CEE Kerala publishes the merit list based on NEET SS rank
Fill in college and course preferences (choice filling) during the option registration window
Seat allotment is published in multiple rounds based on merit, category, and preferences
Report to GMC Thrissur with original documents and pay the prescribed tuition fee within the stipulated joining period

GMC Thrissur M.Ch Neuro Surgery Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to M.Ch Neuro Surgery at GMC Thrissur can avail various government scholarships and financial benefits. The primary financial support is the monthly stipend provided to all Super Speciality Residents. Additionally, state and central government scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker section students.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
Super Speciality Resident Stipend (Government of Kerala)	All admitted Super Speciality students	Rs. 68,796/month (Year 1), Rs. 70,980/month (Year 2), Rs. 73,164/month (Year 3)
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (Government of India)	SC/ST students	As per government norms (maintenance allowance + tuition fee reimbursement)
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC (Government of India)	OBC students with family income below prescribed limit	As per government norms
Kerala State Scholarship for SC/ST	SC/ST domicile students of Kerala	As per Kerala government norms

The Super Speciality Resident stipend is the primary financial support and is applicable to all admitted students regardless of category.
Post-Matric Scholarships must be applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Scholarship amounts and conditions are subject to revision by the respective government authorities.

GMC Thrissur M.Ch Neuro Surgery Ranking

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GMC Thrissur M.Ch Neuro Surgery FAQs

Q1. What is the difference between M.Ch Neuro Surgery and DNB Neurosurgery?

Ans. M.Ch Neuro Surgery is a university-affiliated super speciality degree awarded by KUHS, while DNB (Diplomate of National Board) in Neurosurgery is awarded by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). Both are recognized by NMC and are equivalent in terms of career prospects. M.Ch is offered at medical colleges affiliated to universities, while DNB is offered at NBE-accredited hospitals. GMC Thrissur offers M.Ch Neuro Surgery with 3 seats.

Q2. What is the stipend for M.Ch Neuro Surgery students at GMC Thrissur?

Ans. All Super Speciality Residents at GMC Thrissur receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 68,796 in the first year, Rs. 70,980 in the second year, and Rs. 73,164 in the third year, as per the Kerala government's stipend structure. This is significantly higher than the PG stipend and makes the course financially attractive.

Q3. How competitive is M.Ch Neuro Surgery admission at GMC Thrissur?

Ans. M.Ch Neuro Surgery is one of the most competitive super speciality courses in India. With only 3 seats at GMC Thrissur, the competition is intense. Candidates need a very high NEET SS rank to secure a seat. The cut-off rank varies each year based on the number of candidates and seat availability.

Q4. Is Kerala domicile mandatory for M.Ch Neuro Surgery admission at GMC Thrissur?

Ans. For state quota seats allotted through CEE Kerala, candidates must satisfy Kerala domicile or nativity conditions. However, national-level seats allotted through MCC counselling are open to all NEET SS qualified candidates from across India, irrespective of domicile.

Q5. What are the career prospects after M.Ch Neuro Surgery from GMC Thrissur?

Ans. After completing M.Ch Neuro Surgery, graduates can work as Neurosurgeons in government and private hospitals, medical colleges, and research institutions. They are eligible for faculty positions in medical colleges, senior consultant positions in hospitals, and can also pursue fellowship programmes in India and abroad. Government hospital positions are available through Kerala PSC and UPSC examinations.

Q6. Is there a service bond for M.Ch Neuro Surgery at GMC Thrissur?

Ans. Government medical colleges in Kerala may have service bond requirements for super speciality courses. Students admitted under state quota may be required to serve in government hospitals for a fixed period after completion of the course. The bond conditions and penalty amounts are specified at the time of admission and vary based on government notifications. Candidates must carefully read the bond conditions before confirming admission.