KMC Manipal M.S Orthopaedics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total three-year fee for MS Orthopaedics at KMC Manipal is ₹85,89,000. KMC Manipal provides a monthly stipend of ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 to all MS students throughout the programme.

Ans. KMC Manipal offers 15 seats per year for MS Orthopaedics. All seats are filled through MCC counselling based on NEET PG rank.

Ans. Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution with completion of the one-year compulsory rotating internship. A valid NEET PG score and NMC/state medical council registration are required.

Ans. KMC Manipal’s MS Orthopaedics with 15 seats is one of the largest orthopaedic PG programmes at the college. Training covers all major domains: trauma surgery including closed and open fracture management, pelvic and acetabular fractures, and polytrauma; primary and complex joint replacement; arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder; spine surgery from discectomy to multi-level spinal fusion; paediatric orthopaedics; sports medicine; orthopaedic oncology including limb salvage surgery; and rehabilitation principles. KMC Manipal’s tertiary trauma centre provides continuous emergency operative exposure throughout the training period.

Ans. MS Orthopaedics graduates practise as orthopaedic surgeons across the full spectrum of trauma and elective orthopaedic care. Sub-specialty paths include arthroplasty, spine surgery, sports medicine, paediatric orthopaedics (MCh Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery at KMC Manipal), and hand surgery. India’s rising road traffic accident burden, ageing population requiring joint replacement, and expanding sports medicine market generate strong and sustained demand for trained orthopaedic surgeons.

Ans. Yes, KMC Manipal provides a monthly stipend of ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 to all MS students throughout the three-year programme. Hostel accommodation in Manipal is available separately at the student’s expense.