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Master of Surgery [MS] (Ophthalmology) at Thrissur Govt. Medical College is a 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical degree program affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The program offers 7 seats per year and is conducted in full-time on-campus mode at the Department of Ophthalmology, which is one of the well-established departments at this government institution. The total fees for the course are Rs. 2,55,105 for the entire 3-year duration, making it one of the most affordable MS Ophthalmology programs in the country. Admission is based on NEET PG scores and is conducted through the Kerala CEE PG Medical Counselling process. The course is highly sought after due to the college's strong clinical exposure, government-subsidized fees, and the monthly stipend provided to PG residents.

Admission for the 2026-27 batch has been completed. The Kerala CEE PG Medical Counselling 2026 has concluded its stray vacancy round (allotment published on 25 February 2027). Admissions for the 2027-28 batch are expected to begin tentatively in September 2027, following the NEET PG 2027 results. Candidates are advised to monitor the official CEE Kerala website (cee.kerala.gov.in) for the upcoming cycle.

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PG residents receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 57,876 (1st year), Rs. 58,968 (2nd year), and Rs. 60,060 (3rd year) as per Kerala government norms.
Candidates admitted through the state quota must execute a service bond to serve the Government of Kerala for a minimum of 1 year after course completion; violation attracts a penalty of Rs. 50,00,000.
The Ophthalmology department currently has an annual intake of 7 MS Ophthalmology candidates, with seats having increased over the years.
The college is affiliated to KUHS and the curriculum follows NMC PG guidelines.
PG hostel accommodation is available on campus with a dedicated PG Hostel (capacity: 90 students, 80 rooms).

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Thrissur GMC MS Ophthalmology Fees

The MS (Ophthalmology) program at Thrissur Govt. Medical College is extremely affordable as it is a government institution. The annual fee for PG courses is Rs. 81,050 (as per the official fee structure revised in 2023 and updated in May 2024), which includes tuition, miscellaneous, and caution deposit. At the time of admission, an additional University fee of Rs. 3,885 and a verification fee of Rs. 100 are also payable. The total fees payable over 3 years amount to Rs. 2,55,105 (excluding hostel and mess charges). Hostel accommodation is optional and available at a nominal rent.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (3 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 57,890	Rs. 1,73,670
Miscellaneous Fee	Rs. 11,580	Rs. 34,740
Caution Deposit (Refundable)	Rs. 11,580	Rs. 11,580 (one-time)
University Fee	Rs. 3,885	Rs. 3,885 (one-time, at admission)
Verification Fee	Rs. 100	Rs. 100 (one-time, at admission)
Total Fees		Rs. 2,23,975

Caution Deposit of Rs. 11,580 is refundable at the time of course completion.
University Fee (Rs. 3,885) and Verification Fee (Rs. 100) are one-time charges payable at the time of admission.
Hostel fees: PG Hostel is available at a nominal monthly rent of Rs. 40 (Rs. 480 per year); mess charges are separate (approximately Rs. 3,300 per month).
Hostel is optional and not included in the total fees above.
No EMI or installment facility is mentioned; fees are payable at the time of admission/annually.
Fee structure is as per G.O.(Ms)No.92/2023/H&FWD dated 19-04-2023, last updated May 2024.

Thrissur GMC MS Ophthalmology Admission 2026

Admissions to MS (Ophthalmology) at Thrissur Govt. Medical College are conducted through the Kerala CEE PG Medical Counselling process, based on NEET PG scores. The 2026-27 admission cycle has been completed, with the stray vacancy allotment published on 25 February 2027. The next admission cycle (2027-28) is expected to commence in September 2027, following NEET PG 2027 results. Candidates must apply online through the CEE Kerala portal and participate in centralized allotment rounds.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
Online Applications Invited (CEE Kerala PG 2026)	10 September 2026
Last Date for Online Application Submission	22 September 2026 (extended)
Provisional Merit List Published	30 October 2026
Final Merit and Category List Published	05 November 2026
Online Options (Choice Filling) Invited	06 November 2026
First Phase Provisional Allotment	27 November 2026
First Phase Allotment Published	29 November 2026
Second Phase Allotment Published	21 December 2026
Third Phase Allotment Published	16 February 2027
Stray Vacancy Allotment Published	25 February 2027

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2027 Registration Start	07 April 2027 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2027 Registration End	07 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:

Must hold an MBBS degree recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Must have completed a 1-year compulsory rotating internship (CRRI) and obtained registration with a State Medical Council or MCI/NMC.
Must have a valid NEET PG score and meet the minimum qualifying percentile as prescribed by NMC/NBE for the respective year.

Admission Process:

Appear in NEET PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
Register on the CEE Kerala PG Medical portal (cee.kerala.gov.in) with NEET PG scorecard and required documents.
Participate in centralized online option registration (choice filling) for preferred colleges and courses.
Allotment is made based on NEET PG rank, category, and preferences through multiple counselling rounds.
Report to the allotted college with original documents and pay the prescribed fees at the time of admission.
Execute mandatory service bond (2 bonds of Rs. 200 each on Kerala Stamp Paper) at the time of joining.

Thrissur GMC MS Ophthalmology Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to government medical colleges in Kerala under the state quota are entitled to government-subsidized fees and a monthly stipend, which significantly reduces the financial burden. Additionally, various state and central government scholarship schemes are available for eligible candidates based on category and merit.

The fees at GMC Thrissur are already heavily subsidized by the Kerala government, making external scholarships less critical. However, SC/ST and OBC candidates may avail post-matric scholarships from the central and state governments. The stipend provided to PG residents (Rs. 57,876 to Rs. 60,060 per month) effectively covers living and educational expenses for most students.

Scholarship Benefits

Scholarship / Benefit	Amount	Eligibility
PG Resident Monthly Stipend (1st Year)	Rs. 57,876/month	All admitted PG residents
PG Resident Monthly Stipend (2nd Year)	Rs. 58,968/month	All admitted PG residents
PG Resident Monthly Stipend (3rd Year)	Rs. 60,060/month	All admitted PG residents
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST - Central Govt.)	As per government norms	SC/ST candidates
Kerala State Merit Scholarship	As per government norms	Merit-based, state domicile

The monthly stipend is as per Kerala government norms and is subject to revision.
Post-matric scholarships for SC/ST/OBC candidates are available through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Candidates must apply separately for government scholarships; stipend is automatically credited.

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Thrissur GMC MS Ophthalmology FAQs

Ques. What is the seat intake for MS Ophthalmology at Thrissur Govt. Medical College?

Ans. The Department of Ophthalmology at GMC Thrissur currently has an annual intake of 7 MS Ophthalmology candidates. The intake has increased over the years, reflecting the department's growing capacity and infrastructure.

Ques. Is there a service bond for MS Ophthalmology at GMC Thrissur? What happens if I break it?

Ans. Yes, all PG students admitted through the Kerala state quota must execute a service bond to serve the Government of Kerala for a minimum of 1 year after completing the course. If the bond is violated or the course is discontinued, the candidate is liable to pay liquidated damages of Rs. 50,00,000 (Rs. 50 lakhs). Two sureties (parents) and one witness (a Gazetted Officer) are required at the time of bond execution.

Ques. Do MS Ophthalmology students at GMC Thrissur receive a stipend?

Ans. Yes, PG residents at GMC Thrissur receive a monthly stipend as per Kerala government norms: Rs. 57,876 in the 1st year, Rs. 58,968 in the 2nd year, and Rs. 60,060 in the 3rd year. This stipend effectively covers most living and educational expenses during the course.

Ques. What is the total fee for MS Ophthalmology at GMC Thrissur for the entire 3-year course?

Ans. The total fees for the 3-year MS (Ophthalmology) program at GMC Thrissur amount to approximately Rs. 2,23,975, which includes tuition fees, miscellaneous fees, caution deposit (refundable), university fee, and verification fee. This makes it one of the most affordable MS Ophthalmology programs in India. Hostel charges (nominal rent of Rs. 40/month) are additional and optional.

Ques. How is admission to MS Ophthalmology at GMC Thrissur done? Is there a management quota?

Ans. Admission is entirely through the Kerala CEE PG Medical Counselling process based on NEET PG scores. There is no management quota at government medical colleges. Seats are allotted through centralized counselling conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, across multiple rounds including stray vacancy rounds.

Ques. What clinical exposure can I expect during MS Ophthalmology at GMC Thrissur?

Ans. GMC Thrissur is a tertiary care government hospital with high patient inflow, providing excellent clinical exposure in all sub-specialties of ophthalmology including cataract surgery, glaucoma, retina, cornea, pediatric ophthalmology, and oculoplasty. The department has experienced faculty and modern equipment, making it a strong training ground for aspiring ophthalmologists. The high volume of patients, including complex cases referred from across the region, ensures comprehensive surgical and clinical training.