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The Doctorate of Medicine [DM] in Neonatology at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (LTMMC), Sion, Mumbai is a 3-year full-time superspecialty medical programme affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik. The programme offers 3 seats and is one of the few DM Neonatology programmes available at a government medical college in Maharashtra. LTMMC's Neonatology unit at Sion Hospital manages a high volume of sick neonates including extremely preterm infants, neonates with congenital anomalies, and critically ill newborns, providing fellows with comprehensive clinical training in neonatal intensive care. The total tuition fees for the 3-year programme are Rs 3,05,700. Fellows also receive a monthly government stipend of approximately Rs 67,000 in the first year, increasing in subsequent years. Admission is based on NEET SS scores, with all seats filled through MCC All India Quota Super Specialty counselling.

Admissions for the 2025 batch are currently in progress. The NEET SS 2025 exam was held on 26 and 27 December 2025, results were declared on 24 January 2026, and MCC Super Specialty Counselling Round 1 is currently ongoing (10 to 25 March 2026), with Round 2 scheduled from 28 March to 16 April 2026. The academic session for 2025 commences from 10 April 2026.

Key Points

LTMMC offers 3 DM Neonatology seats, making it one of the few government medical colleges in Maharashtra with this superspecialty programme.
The Neonatology unit at Sion Hospital manages a high volume of sick neonates including extremely preterm infants (as low as 24-26 weeks gestation), neonates with respiratory distress, sepsis, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders, providing fellows with intensive hands-on training in neonatal intensive care.
Being a BMC-run institution, the total tuition fees of Rs 3,05,700 for the 3-year programme are significantly lower than private medical colleges, where DM Neonatology can cost Rs 20-50 lakhs.
Fellows receive a monthly government stipend of approximately Rs 67,000 in the first year, Rs 67,564 in the second year, and Rs 71,247 in the third year.
The DM Neonatology degree from LTMMC is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated to MUHS, Nashik.

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LTMMC DM Neonatology Fees

The DM Neonatology programme at LTMMC is highly affordable compared to private medical colleges. The total tuition fees for the 3-year programme are Rs 3,05,700, payable at approximately Rs 1,01,900 per year. Fellows also receive a monthly government stipend which substantially offsets the cost of the programme. A refundable security deposit is collected at the time of admission.

Fee Structure (Per Year - 2025)

Fee Component	Amount (Rs)
Tuition Fees (per year)	1,01,900
Total Annual Fees	1,01,900

One-Time Charges

Component	Amount (Rs)
College Security Deposit (Refundable)	6,000
Admission Form Fee (Non-Refundable, Cash)	590
MUHS Eligibility Fee - Non-MUHS Students (Cash)	4,500

Total Fees (3-Year Programme)

Component	Amount (Rs)
Tuition Fees x 3 Years	3,05,700
Security Deposit (Refundable)	6,000
Admission Form Fee (Non-Refundable)	590
Total Fees (excluding hostel, MUHS passout)	3,12,290

Stipend Details

Year	Monthly Stipend (Rs)
1st Year	67,000
2nd Year	67,564
3rd Year	71,247

The security deposit is refundable at the time of leaving the college.
The admission form fee is non-refundable.
Non-MUHS students pay Rs 4,500 as MUHS eligibility fee.
Hostel fees at LTMMC are approximately Rs 4,000 per year (optional, subject to availability).
Fees are payable via Demand Draft in favour of 'Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation' payable at Mumbai.
Stipend amounts are as per Medical Counselling Committee, Government of India norms and are subject to revision.

LTMMC DM Neonatology Admission 2025

Admissions to the DM Neonatology programme at LTMMC are conducted through MCC All India Quota Super Specialty (NEET SS) counselling. The NEET SS 2025 exam was held on 26 and 27 December 2025, and MCC counselling is currently ongoing. Round 1 registration is open from 10 to 15 March 2026, with seat allotment result on 18 March 2026 and reporting from 19 to 25 March 2026. Round 2 is scheduled from 28 March to 16 April 2026, with the academic session commencing from 10 April 2026.

NEET SS 2025 Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET SS 2025 Exam	26 and 27 December 2025
NEET SS 2025 Result Declaration	24 January 2026
NEET SS 2025 Scorecard Availability	2 February 2026

MCC Super Specialty Counselling 2025 - Round 1

Event	Date
Seat Matrix Verification by Institutes	9 March 2026
Registration and Payment Facility	10 to 15 March 2026
Choice Filling	11 to 16 March 2026
Choice Locking	16 March 2026 (4:00 PM to 11:55 PM)
Processing of Seat Allotment	17 March 2026
Result	18 March 2026
Reporting at Allotted Colleges	19 to 25 March 2026

MCC Super Specialty Counselling 2025 - Round 2

Event	Date
Seat Matrix Verification	26 and 27 March 2026
Registration and Payment Facility	28 March to 3 April 2026
Choice Filling	29 March to 4 April 2026
Choice Locking	4 April 2026 (3:00 PM to 11:55 PM)
Processing of Seat Allotment	5 to 6 April 2026
Result	7 April 2026
Reporting at Allotted Colleges	8 to 16 April 2026
Commencement of Academic Session 2025	10 April 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MD in Paediatrics or an equivalent postgraduate medical degree recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Candidates must have a valid NEET SS 2025 score.
Candidates must have completed their MD/DNB degree before the eligibility cutoff date specified by NBE/MCC.

Admission Process

Candidates must register and appear for NEET SS conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS).
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for Super Specialty counselling.
Fill online preferences/choices for colleges and courses within the stipulated window.
Seat allotment is done based on NEET SS merit rank and preferences filled.
Selected candidates must report to the allotted college with original documents and pay fees within the stipulated deadline.

LTMMC DM Neonatology Scholarships 2025

Students enrolled in the DM Neonatology programme at LTMMC benefit from heavily subsidised fees and a monthly government stipend. Reserved category students may additionally avail of scholarships through the Maharashtra government's MahaDBT portal.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Support	Eligibility	Benefit
Government Stipend for DM Fellows	All DM fellows at government medical colleges	Rs 67,000/month (1st year), Rs 67,564/month (2nd year), Rs 71,247/month (3rd year)
MahaDBT Scholarship (Maharashtra Government)	SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, EWS, NT, VJ categories; income criteria apply	Partial to full tuition fee reimbursement depending on category
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST students with valid caste certificate and income below threshold	Full tuition fee reimbursement

All scholarship applications are processed through the MahaDBT portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in).
Caste Validity Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (where applicable) are mandatory for reserved category scholarships.
Stipend amounts are as per MCC, Government of India norms and are subject to revision.

LTMMC DM Neonatology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#72 out of 632 in India 2025

#3rd in Mumbai

#8 in Maharashtra

Indiatoday Ranking

#18 out of 54 in India 2025

#2nd in Mumbai

#3 in Maharashtra

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LTMMC DM Neonatology FAQs

Ques. How many DM Neonatology seats are available at LTMMC Sion, and how are they filled?

Ans. LTMMC has 3 DM Neonatology seats. All seats are filled through MCC All India Quota Super Specialty (NEET SS) counselling. There is no state quota for DM/MCh superspecialty programmes.

Ques. What is the eligibility for DM Neonatology at LTMMC?

Ans. Candidates must hold an MD in Paediatrics or an equivalent postgraduate degree recognised by NMC. They must have a valid NEET SS score and must have completed their MD/DNB degree before the eligibility cutoff date specified by NBE.

Ques. What kind of clinical training do DM Neonatology fellows get at LTMMC Sion?

Ans. DM Neonatology fellows at LTMMC get intensive training in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Sion Hospital, which manages a high volume of sick neonates including extremely preterm infants, neonates with respiratory distress syndrome, sepsis, hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders. Fellows gain hands-on experience in neonatal resuscitation, mechanical ventilation, surfactant therapy, total parenteral nutrition, and management of complex neonatal conditions.

Ques. What is the total fee and stipend for the DM Neonatology programme at LTMMC?

Ans. The total tuition fees for the 3-year DM Neonatology programme at LTMMC are Rs 3,05,700 (approximately Rs 1,01,900 per year). Fellows also receive a monthly government stipend of Rs 67,000 in the first year, Rs 67,564 in the second year, and Rs 71,247 in the third year, making the programme financially very accessible.

Ques. When does the DM Neonatology academic session start at LTMMC for the 2025 batch?

Ans. The DM Neonatology academic session for the 2025 batch commences from 10 April 2026, as per the MCC Super Specialty Counselling 2025 schedule. Candidates must complete reporting and admission formalities by 16 April 2026 (Round 2 reporting deadline).

Ques. What are the career prospects after DM Neonatology from LTMMC?

Ans. DM Neonatology from LTMMC opens excellent career opportunities. Neonatology is a high-demand subspecialty with limited trained specialists in India. Graduates can work as consultant neonatologists in tertiary care hospitals, level III NICUs, academic medical centres, and government hospitals. The combination of rigorous training at a high-volume public hospital and the prestige of LTMMC makes graduates highly sought after in both public and private healthcare sectors.