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Government Medical College (GMC), Kottayam is one of Kerala's premier public medical institutions, affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The M.Ch (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) is a 3-year full-time super-speciality postgraduate surgical programme offered on campus, with a seat intake of 2 per year. The course covers the entire spectrum of plastic surgery including reconstructive surgery, microvascular surgery, burns management, aesthetic surgery, hand surgery, and congenital anomaly corrections. The annual fee for government quota candidates is Rs. 1,64,410 (including a refundable caution deposit of Rs. 12,740), making it one of the most affordable super-speciality programmes in the country. Admission is based on NEET SS scores, with 50% seats under All India Quota (MCC counselling) and 50% under Kerala State Quota (CEE Kerala). The programme is highly sought after due to GMC Kottayam's strong clinical exposure, active microvascular surgery unit, and a track record of producing top-ranked graduates in KUHS examinations.

Admission for the 2026-27 academic session has been completed through NEET SS 2026 counselling conducted by MCC/DGHS. The stray vacancy round for NEET SS 2026 was concluded in February 2027. The next admission cycle (2027-28) will be based on NEET SS 2027, with registration expected tentatively in November 2027 and the exam in December 2027.

Key Points

The Department of Plastic Surgery at GMC Kottayam was established in 1968 and became an independent department in 1985; M.Ch Plastic Surgery was started in 1989.
Seat intake was increased from 1 to 2 students per year in 2021, reflecting the department's growing capacity.
The department performs approximately 2,000 surgical procedures per year, including around 300 microvascular procedures annually (free tissue transfers, replantations, revascularizations, nerve repairs, AV fistula creations).
Students of this department secured first rank in M.Ch Plastic Surgery in KUHS examinations in 2020, 2021, and 2025.
The department won PG best paper awards at the state-level conference in 2022, 2023, and 2025.
Kerala's first Burns Unit under the National Programme for Prevention and Management of Burn Injury (NPPMBI) was started in January 2022 under this department.
The department is one of the few government-sector institutions in Kerala performing microvascular surgeries regularly, including brachial plexus surgeries.
Candidates admitted to government medical colleges are required to serve the Government of Kerala for 1 year after completing the course (bond obligation).
Students receive a monthly stipend during the course: Rs. 68,796 (1st year), Rs. 70,980 (2nd year), and Rs. 73,164 (3rd year).

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GMC Kottayam M.Ch Plastic Surgery Fees

The M.Ch (Plastic Surgery) programme at GMC Kottayam is offered at a highly subsidised fee structure as mandated by the Government of Kerala for all PG Super Speciality courses in government medical colleges. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 1,33,130, with additional miscellaneous and other charges. The caution deposit of Rs. 12,740 is refundable at the end of the course. The total course fee (excluding the refundable caution deposit) over 3 years amounts to Rs. 4,53,810.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Per Year (Rs.)	Total for 3 Years (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	1,33,130	3,99,390
Miscellaneous Fee	12,740	38,220
Other Fees (Van/Misc)	5,800	17,400
Caution Deposit (Refundable)	12,740	12,740 (one-time)
Total Fees	1,64,410	4,67,750

The caution deposit of Rs. 12,740 is collected once at the time of admission and is fully refundable upon completion of the course.
University fees (KUHS) are applicable separately as per university norms.
The fee structure is as per G.O.(Ms) No.92/2023/H&FWD, dated 19/04/2023, applicable to all government medical colleges in Kerala.
No EMI or instalment facility is available; fees are to be paid at the time of admission/annually.
Students receive a monthly stipend during the course (Rs. 68,796 in 1st year, Rs. 70,980 in 2nd year, Rs. 73,164 in 3rd year), which substantially offsets the cost of the programme.
Hostel accommodation is available at GMC Kottayam.
Hostel is not mandatory; charges are nominal (approximately Rs. 50/month room rent + mess charges as applicable).
Hostel fees are not included in the total fees above.

GMC Kottayam M.Ch Plastic Surgery Admission 2026

Admission to M.Ch (Plastic Surgery) at GMC Kottayam is based on merit in the NEET SS (Super Speciality) examination conducted by NBEMS. The 2026-27 admission cycle has been completed; the stray vacancy round concluded in February 2027. For the upcoming 2027-28 cycle, candidates should watch for NEET SS 2027 notifications on the NBEMS website (nbe.edu.in) and MCC website (mcc.nic.in). The state quota seats are allotted through CEE Kerala, while All India Quota seats are allotted by DGHS/MCC.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
NEET SS 2026 Counselling (MCC) - Round 1 Registration	February 2027 (tentative start)
NEET SS 2026 Counselling - Stray Vacancy Round Concluded	February 23, 2027
Commencement of Academic Session 2026-27	As per MCC/DGHS notification
Kerala State Quota Counselling (CEE Kerala)	As per CEE Kerala notification

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	2026 (Completed)	2027 (Tentative)
Registration Start	November 5, 2026	November 2027
Registration End	November 25, 2026	November 2027
Admit Card Release	December 22, 2026	December 2027
Exam Date	December 26-27, 2026	December 2027
Result Declaration	January 23, 2027	January 2028
Counselling (MCC)	February-March 2027	February-March 2028

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess a recognized MS (General Surgery) degree or its equivalent recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), from a recognized medical institution.
Candidates must have qualified in NEET SS (conducted by NBEMS) for the relevant academic year.
Candidates must have permanent registration with any State Medical Council or the Medical Council of India.

Admission Process

Register and appear for NEET SS conducted by NBEMS (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences).
Based on NEET SS rank, register for MCC counselling (for 50% All India Quota seats) at mcc.nic.in.
For Kerala State Quota (50% seats), register with CEE Kerala at cee.kerala.gov.in after NEET SS results.
Fill choices and lock preferences during the counselling window.
Upon seat allotment, report to GMC Kottayam with original documents and execute the required bonds.
Pay the prescribed fees at the time of admission.
Candidates must execute two bonds at the time of joining: Bond I (non-discontinuation bond with penalty of Rs. 2 crore) and Bond II (1-year compulsory government service bond with penalty of Rs. 2 crore for violation).

GMC Kottayam M.Ch Plastic Surgery Scholarships 2026

Candidates pursuing M.Ch (Plastic Surgery) at GMC Kottayam can avail of a limited set of scholarships, primarily government-funded schemes for reserved category students. The most significant financial support comes in the form of the monthly stipend provided by the Government of Kerala to all enrolled students. Additionally, SC/ST and OBC students may apply for post-matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The scholarship options are limited for super-speciality courses compared to UG programmes, but the low fee structure and stipend make the programme financially accessible.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Application
Government of Kerala Monthly Stipend	All enrolled M.Ch students at GMC Kottayam	Rs. 68,796/month (1st yr), Rs. 70,980/month (2nd yr), Rs. 73,164/month (3rd yr)	Automatic upon bond execution
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST students; family income below prescribed limit	As per NSP norms (maintenance + tuition allowance)	Apply at scholarships.gov.in
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC)	OBC students; family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	As per NSP norms	Apply at scholarships.gov.in
Kerala State OBC Post-Matric Scholarship	OBC students domiciled in Kerala	As per BCDD Kerala norms	Apply through BCDD Kerala portal

The monthly stipend is the primary financial support and is paid only after execution of the bond.
Stipend is not paid if the bond is not executed within 7 days of admission.
NSP scholarships are subject to annual renewal based on academic performance and income criteria.
Female students are entitled to stipend during maternity leave (once during the entire course including bonded service).
No merit-based scholarships exclusive to M.Ch Plastic Surgery are currently available at the institutional level.

GMC Kottayam M.Ch Plastic Surgery FAQs

Ques. Is the M.Ch Plastic Surgery at GMC Kottayam a direct entry programme after MBBS, or does it require MS General Surgery first?

Ans. The M.Ch (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) at GMC Kottayam requires candidates to hold a recognized MS (General Surgery) degree or its equivalent as the qualifying degree. It is not a direct entry programme after MBBS. Candidates must first complete MS General Surgery (3 years after MBBS), then qualify in NEET SS to be eligible for M.Ch admission.

Ques. What is the bond obligation after completing M.Ch Plastic Surgery at GMC Kottayam?

Ans. All candidates admitted to government medical colleges in Kerala are required to serve the Government of Kerala (in Health Service or Medical Education Service) for a minimum of 1 year continuously after completing the course. This is separate from any bond obligation for the MS degree. Violation of this bond attracts a penalty of Rs. 2 crore. The penalty for discontinuing the course after the validity of the rank list is also Rs. 2 crore.

Ques. How competitive is it to get M.Ch Plastic Surgery at GMC Kottayam through NEET SS?

Ans. GMC Kottayam offers only 2 seats per year in M.Ch Plastic Surgery, making it extremely competitive. Seats are split 50:50 between All India Quota (MCC counselling) and Kerala State Quota (CEE Kerala). Candidates need a very high NEET SS rank in the Surgical Group to secure a seat. The department's strong academic record and clinical exposure make it a preferred choice among NEET SS aspirants.

Ques. What is the monthly stipend for M.Ch students at GMC Kottayam, and when does it start?

Ans. The monthly stipend for M.Ch (Super Speciality) students at GMC Kottayam is Rs. 68,796 in the 1st year, Rs. 70,980 in the 2nd year, and Rs. 73,164 in the 3rd year. The stipend is paid by the Government of Kerala and begins only after the candidate executes the required bonds (within 7 days of admission). No stipend is paid until the bond is executed.

Ques. What types of surgeries and clinical exposure can M.Ch Plastic Surgery students expect at GMC Kottayam?

Ans. The department handles a high volume of cases across all sub-specialities of plastic surgery: reconstructive surgery for trauma and malignancies, microvascular surgery (including replantations and free tissue transfers), burns management (with a dedicated Burns Unit), hand surgery, aesthetic surgery, congenital anomaly corrections, and transgender surgeries. The department performs around 2,000 surgical procedures and 300 microvascular procedures per year, offering comprehensive hands-on training.

Ques. Can non-Kerala domicile candidates apply for M.Ch Plastic Surgery at GMC Kottayam through the state quota?

Ans. Non-Kerala domicile candidates who have completed their qualifying degree (MS General Surgery) from a college in Kerala can apply for the Kerala State Quota counselling through CEE Kerala, but they will not be eligible for communal or special reservations. Non-Kerala domicile candidates who completed their MS from outside Kerala can only apply through the All India Quota (MCC counselling) for the 50% AIQ seats at GMC Kottayam.

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