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Doctorate of Medicine [MD] (Anaesthesiology) at Katihar Medical College (KMC), Katihar, Bihar is a 3-year postgraduate medical degree program approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The course is affiliated with Al-Karim University, Katihar, and trains doctors in the science and practice of anaesthesia, pain management, critical care, and perioperative medicine. KMC offers 7 seats for MD Anaesthesiology, making it one of the larger intake programs in this specialty at the college. The total course fee is approximately Rs 43.80 lakhs (tuition for 3 years + hostel + amenities), with a first-year payment of Rs 21,10,000 (including refundable security deposit). The course is offered in full-time, on-campus mode and is popular due to the high demand for anaesthesiologists in both government and private hospitals across India.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session were conducted through NEET PG 2026, followed by Bihar PGMAC (Post Graduate Medical Admission Counselling) conducted by BCECEB. The 2027-28 admission cycle will be based on NEET PG 2027 (tentative exam date: 15 June 2027), with PGMAC counselling expected in August-September 2027. As of March 2027, the 2026-27 admissions are complete and the 2027-28 cycle is upcoming.

Key Points

7 seats available for MD Anaesthesiology at KMC, one of the higher intake capacities for this specialty in Bihar private medical colleges
Candidates with a recognized 2-year Diploma in Anaesthesiology (DA) can be admitted with a 2-year training period instead of 3 years
PG students receive a monthly stipend: Rs 68,545 (1st year), Rs 75,399 (2nd year), Rs 82,938 (3rd year)
The PG hostel consists of one-bedroom flats with attached bathroom, balcony, and kitchen
Admission is through both All India Quota (50% seats via MCC counselling) and Bihar State Quota (50% seats via BCECEB PGMAC)
Bank Guarantee/Bond for remaining course fees is mandatory at the time of admission

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KMC MD Anaesthesiology Fees

The MD Anaesthesiology fee at Katihar Medical College is Rs 14,60,000 per annum (tuition), which is among the more affordable clinical MD specializations at the college. The total first-year payment at admission is Rs 21,10,000 (including hostel fee and refundable security deposit). PG students also receive a stipend that partially offsets the fee burden, with a total stipend of approximately Rs 27.23 lakhs over 3 years.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (per annum)	Rs 14,60,000
Hostel Fee (per annum)	Rs 3,00,000
Student Services and Amenities Fee (per annum)	Rs 50,000
Refundable Security Deposit (one time)	Rs 3,00,000
Total at Admission (1st Year)	Rs 21,10,000
Total Fees (3 years Tuition + Hostel + Amenities, excluding security deposit)	Rs 54,30,000

Tuition fee is payable for 3 years at the beginning of each academic year.
Hostel fee covers a one-bedroom flat with attached bathroom, balcony, and kitchen (PG hostel).
Refundable Security Deposit of Rs 3,00,000 is a one-time payment, refundable after course completion subject to clearance of dues.
Stipend is paid to PG students: Rs 68,545/month (Year 1), Rs 75,399/month (Year 2), Rs 82,938/month (Year 3). Total stipend over 3 years: approximately Rs 27.23 lakhs.
Candidates with a recognized DA diploma admitted to the 2-year course will pay tuition fee equivalent to the 3-year course (paid in two installments over 2 years).
A Bank Guarantee/Bond for the remaining course fees must be furnished at the time of admission.
NRI category fee: USD 23,100 per annum + Rs 6,50,000 (hostel + amenities + security deposit) at admission.
Fees are subject to revision as per Bihar Private Universities Act 2013 and government/NMC orders.

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KMC MD Anaesthesiology Admission 2026

Admissions to MD Anaesthesiology at Katihar Medical College are conducted through NEET PG, with 50% of seats filled through All India Quota (MCC counselling) and 50% through Bihar State Quota (BCECEB PGMAC). The 2026-27 admissions are complete. The 2027-28 cycle will be based on NEET PG 2026 results.

Admission Dates

Event	2026-27 Dates	Expected 2027-28 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Exam	August 2026	15 June 2027
NEET PG Result	September 2026	July 2027
MCC AIQ PGMAC Round 1 Registration	October 2026	August 2027
Bihar PGMAC Registration	October-November 2026	August-September 2027
Seat Allotment and Admission	November-December 2026	September-October 2027
Batch Commencement	December 2026 - January 2027	October-November 2027

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	7 April 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Registration End	7 May 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	11 June 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	15 June 2026 (Tentative)
NEET PG 2026 Result	15 July 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Must hold an MBBS degree recognized by NMC with completion of 1-year compulsory rotating internship (CRMI)
Must qualify NEET PG in the current year with the required percentile (50th percentile for General/EWS; 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC)
Candidates with a recognized 2-year Diploma in Anaesthesiology (DA) are eligible for the 2-year MD Anaesthesiology course

Admission Process

Qualify NEET PG with the required score and percentile
Register for MCC All India Quota counselling (mcc.nic.in) for 50% AIQ seats
Register for Bihar PGMAC counselling on the BCECEB portal (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in) for 50% state quota seats
Fill in college and course preferences during the choice-filling window
Attend document verification as per the schedule
Accept the allotted seat and pay the first-year fee at Katihar Medical College within the stipulated deadline
Furnish Bank Guarantee/Bond for the remaining course fees at the time of admission

KMC MD Anaesthesiology Scholarships 2026

There are no college-specific scholarships exclusively for MD Anaesthesiology students at KMC. However, PG students receive a monthly stipend as per NMC regulations, which significantly offsets the cost of the program. Government scholarship schemes for SC/ST/OBC students may also be applicable.

Scholarship Benefits

Benefit / Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
PG Stipend (Year 1)	All admitted MD students	Rs 68,545 per month (Rs 8,22,540 per year)
PG Stipend (Year 2)	All admitted MD students	Rs 75,399 per month (Rs 9,04,788 per year)
PG Stipend (Year 3)	All admitted MD students	Rs 82,938 per month (Rs 9,95,256 per year)
Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Govt.)	SC/ST students, parental income up to Rs 2.5 lakh/year	As per scheme
National Scholarship Portal Scholarships	Various categories, merit and means based	As per scheme

Total stipend over 3 years is approximately Rs 27.23 lakhs per student.
Stipend rates are as per the 2022-23 schedule and may be revised by the university/NMC.
The stipend is paid monthly and is separate from the fee structure.

Katihar Medical College M.D Anaesthesiology Ranking

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#17th in Bihar

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KMC MD Anaesthesiology FAQs

Ques. How many seats are available for MD Anaesthesiology at Katihar Medical College?

Ans. Katihar Medical College offers 7 seats for MD Anaesthesiology. This is one of the higher intake capacities for this specialty among Bihar private medical colleges. Seats are divided between All India Quota (50%, i.e., approximately 3-4 seats via MCC counselling) and Bihar State Quota (50%, i.e., approximately 3-4 seats via BCECEB PGMAC).

Ques. What is the total fee for MD Anaesthesiology at KMC and is there a stipend?

Ans. The total fee for MD Anaesthesiology (3 years) is approximately Rs 54,30,000 (tuition + hostel + amenities, excluding the refundable security deposit of Rs 3,00,000). However, PG students receive a monthly stipend: Rs 68,545 (Year 1), Rs 75,399 (Year 2), and Rs 82,938 (Year 3), totalling approximately Rs 27.23 lakhs over 3 years, which partially offsets the fee.

Ques. Can a candidate with a Diploma in Anaesthesiology (DA) apply for MD Anaesthesiology at KMC?

Ans. Yes. Candidates with a recognized 2-year Diploma in Anaesthesiology (DA) are eligible for the MD Anaesthesiology course at KMC. However, the training period for such candidates is 2 years (instead of 3 years). The tuition fee payable is equivalent to the 3-year course fee, paid in two installments over the 2-year duration.

Ques. What is the admission process for MD Anaesthesiology at Katihar Medical College?

Ans. Admission is through NEET PG. 50% of seats are filled through MCC All India Quota counselling (mcc.nic.in) and 50% through Bihar PGMAC counselling (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in). Candidates must qualify NEET PG, register for the respective counselling, fill preferences, attend document verification, and pay the first-year fee upon seat allotment. A Bank Guarantee/Bond for remaining fees is mandatory at admission.

Ques. What are the career prospects after MD Anaesthesiology from Katihar Medical College?

Ans. MD Anaesthesiology graduates are in high demand across government and private hospitals, surgical centres, ICUs, and pain clinics. After completing MD Anaesthesiology, doctors can work as consultant anaesthesiologists, join government service through state/central PSC exams, pursue super-specialty (DM) programs, or work in critical care and pain management. The specialty is one of the most sought-after in India due to the shortage of trained anaesthesiologists.

Ques. Is the MD Anaesthesiology program at KMC NMC approved?

Ans. Yes, the MD Anaesthesiology program at Katihar Medical College is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The college is affiliated with Al-Karim University, Katihar (UGC recognized). All PG programs at KMC are conducted as per NMC's Postgraduate Medical Education Regulations.