Moti Lal Nehru Medical College (MLNMC), Allahabad, offers MS (Ophthalmology) as a 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical programme affiliated to Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow, and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The programme has 15 seats and admission is through NEET PG via MCC PG AIQ and UP state counselling. The annual fee is ₹40,000 (total ₹1,20,000 for 3 years); residents receive a monthly stipend starting at ₹1,00,980. MLNMC ranks 135 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list.
Admissions for MS (Ophthalmology) at MLNMC Allahabad for 2026-27 are through NEET PG 2026, scheduled on August 30, 2026. Registration is expected from April 7 to May 7, 2026 (Tentative). MCC PG AIQ counselling is expected in October 2026 (Tentative); UP state counselling in November 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- MS (Ophthalmology) at MLNMC Allahabad: 3-year NMC-recognised postgraduate programme, 15 seats, affiliated to ABVMU, Lucknow.
- Admission through NEET PG: 50% AIQ seats via MCC PG counselling (mcc.nic.in); 50% UP state quota seats via UP NEET PG counselling (upneet.gov.in).
- Annual fee: ₹40,000 (3-year total ₹1,20,000); monthly stipend ₹1,00,980 (Year 1) to ₹1,07,100 (Year 3).
- MLNMC ranks 135 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Medical Colleges list; government-funded college with no capitation fee.
- Surgical training at Swaroop Rani Nehru (SRN) Hospital, Prayagraj, covering cataract surgery (phacoemulsification and SICS), glaucoma management, vitreoretinal procedures, corneal surgery, squint correction, oculoplasty, uveal disease management, low-vision rehabilitation, refraction, and ophthalmic emergencies.
MLNMC Allahabad MS (Ophthalmology) Fees
MS (Ophthalmology) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee | ₹1,20,000 |
| Total Fees | ₹1,20,000 |
- Annual fee of ₹40,000 applies across all 3 years of the MS programme at MLNMC Allahabad (government-funded rate).
- MS residents receive a monthly stipend of ₹1,00,980 (Year 1), ₹1,04,040 (Year 2), and ₹1,07,100 (Year 3) as per UP government norms.
- A refundable security deposit is payable at the time of admission; candidates should confirm the current amount with the MLNMC Academic Section.
- Hostel accommodation is available to MS residents; charges are billed separately by the hostel administration.
MLNMC Allahabad MS (Ophthalmology) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Registration | Apr 7, 2026 to May 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET PG 2026 Admit Card | Aug 26, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NEET PG 2026 Examination | Aug 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | Sep 2026 (Tentative) |
| MCC PG AIQ Counselling 2026 (Round 1) | Oct 2026 (Tentative) |
| UP PG NEET State Counselling 2026 | Nov 2026 (Tentative) |
| Reporting to MLNMC, Academic Year 2026-27 | Nov 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| NEET PG | May 7, 2026 (Tentative) | Aug 30, 2026 | Sep 2026 (Tentative) |
- MS admission at MLNMC Allahabad is through NEET PG 2026 conducted by NBEMS: 50% AIQ seats via MCC PG counselling (mcc.nic.in); 50% UP state quota seats via UP NEET PG state counselling (upneet.gov.in).
- There is no management or NRI quota at MLNMC; all PG seats are government-funded.
- Candidates must complete rotatory internship by September 30, 2026 to be eligible for NEET PG 2026.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised medical institution with permanent or provisional registration with the State Medical Council or NMC.
- Completion of rotatory internship by September 30, 2026 as specified in the NEET PG 2026 information bulletin.
- NEET PG 2026 qualification with the minimum qualifying percentile (50th for General, 40th for reserved categories).
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET PG 2026 conducted by NBEMS on August 30, 2026.
- Register on the MCC PG portal (mcc.nic.in) for 50% AIQ seats during the counselling registration window (October 2026, Tentative).
- Register on the UP NEET PG state counselling portal (upneet.gov.in) for 50% UP state quota seats (November 2026, Tentative).
- Fill MLNMC Allahabad as your preferred choice for the desired MS speciality during the choice-filling window.
- Accept the allotted seat within the stipulated deadline and pay the first-year fee.
- Report to MLNMC with original documents: MBBS degree certificate, internship completion certificate, NEET PG 2026 scorecard, NMC/State Medical Council registration certificate, and category certificate if applicable.
MLNMC Allahabad MS (Ophthalmology) Scholarships 2026
MS (Ophthalmology) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | Family income below ₹6,00,000 per year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | As per UP government norms | Students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh from eligible categories; apply at scholarship.up.gov.in |
| UP Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship | As per UP government norms | UP-domiciled students from economically weaker sections; apply at scholarship.up.gov.in |
- Government scholarship applications typically open between August and October each academic year.
- Apply at scholarships.gov.in for central NSP scholarships; UP state scholarships via scholarship.up.gov.in.
- Students should verify current eligibility criteria and deadlines with the college accounts/scholarship cell before applying.
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