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Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Mumbai, is India’s oldest and largest cancer institute. Established on 28 February 1941, it operates as an autonomous institution under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. TMC is affiliated with Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI), a Deemed University, and recognised by the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).
TMC does not currently appear in NIRF Medical 2025 or in other major Indian ranking bodies. It is primarily recognised as India’s premier cancer treatment and training institution through its clinical standing and research record.
The main clinical campus is located at Parel, Mumbai. The research and education wing, Advanced Centre for Treatment Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), is based at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. Across all centres, TMC registers approximately 1,20,000 new cancer patients annually, with around 60% receiving free or subsidised care.
TMC offers postgraduate medical and allied health programmes under HBNI across five degree families:
- MD (10 specialisations) - Anaesthesia, Anaesthesiology, Blood Transfusion and Immunohaematology, Microbiology, Nuclear Medicine, Palliative Medicine, Pathology, Radiation Oncology, Radiodiagnosis, Radiotherapy - 3 years - total fees INR 5,27,000
- DM (5 specialisations) - Critical Care Medicine, Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology, Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology, Paediatric Oncology - 3 years - total fees INR 6,74,500
- M.Ch (4 specialisations) - Gynae-Oncology, Head and Neck Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical Oncology - 3 years - total fees INR 6,69,500 (General) / INR 2,70,000 (SC/ST)
- M.Sc (5 specialisations) - Clinical Research, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Occupational Therapy, Oncology Nursing, Public Health - 2 years - total fees INR 1,05,000
- Advanced Diploma (AMIT / ADRT) - 2 years plus 1-year compulsory internship - total fees INR 28,000
MD residents receive a monthly stipend of INR 72,000 to INR 76,000 during the programme. Post-training oncologists in the private sector earn INR 20 LPA to INR 70 LPA depending on specialisation and seniority.
TMC Admission Dates 2026
TMC admissions for the 2026 academic session are governed by three distinct pathways. MD seats are filled through NEET PG 2026 and MCC PG All-India Quota Counselling. DM and M.Ch super-specialty seats are filled through NEET-SS 2026 and MCC Super-Specialty Counselling. M.Sc and Advanced Diploma seats are filled through TMC’s own written entrance test and interview.
NBE has not yet notified exam dates for NEET PG 2026 or NEET-SS 2026. TMC has not yet announced application schedules for M.Sc and Advanced Diploma 2026. Candidates should monitor the official TMC website and the NBE portal for updates.
| Programme | Event | 2026 Status |
|---|---|---|
| MD (all specialisations) | NEET PG Exam | To be notified by NBE |
| MD (all specialisations) | MCC PG All-India Quota Counselling | After NEET PG result |
| DM / M.Ch | NEET-SS Exam | To be notified by NBE |
| DM / M.Ch | MCC Super-Specialty Counselling | After NEET-SS result |
| M.Sc (5 specialisations) | TMC Application and Written Entrance Test | To be notified by TMC |
| Advanced Diploma (AMIT / ADRT) | TMC Application and Written Entrance Test | To be notified by TMC |
The table below lists the entrance exam accepted for each programme family at TMC for the 2026 admission cycle.
| Programme | Exam Accepted | Conducting Body |
|---|---|---|
| MD | NEET PG | National Board of Examinations (NBE) |
| DM | NEET-SS | National Board of Examinations (NBE) |
| M.Ch | NEET-SS | National Board of Examinations (NBE) |
| M.Sc | TMC Written Entrance Test and Interview | Tata Memorial Centre |
| Advanced Diploma (AMIT / ADRT) | TMC Written Entrance Test and Interview | Tata Memorial Centre |
TMC Courses and Fees
TMC offers postgraduate medical degrees, super-specialty degrees, and allied health programmes across five degree families, totalling 26 courses. All degrees are awarded by Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI). The fee range runs from INR 28,000 for Advanced Diploma to INR 6,74,500 for DM programmes.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MD (10 specialisations) | 3 years | MBBS + valid NEET PG score | INR 5,27,000 |
| DM (5 specialisations) | 3 years | MD / DNB (relevant specialty) + NEET-SS | INR 6,74,500 |
| M.Ch (4 specialisations) | 3 years | MS / DNB (Surgery or relevant specialty) + NEET-SS | INR 6,69,500 (General) / INR 2,70,000 (SC/ST) |
| M.Sc (5 specialisations) | 2 years | B.Sc (relevant field) + TMC entrance test | INR 1,05,000 |
| Advanced Diploma AMIT / ADRT | 2 years + 1-year internship | B.Sc (relevant allied health science) + TMC entrance test | INR 28,000 |
The MD programme spans 10 oncology-aligned specialisations including Radiation Oncology, Radiodiagnosis, and Pathology. The DM programme covers five rare super-specialties, including Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology and Paediatric Oncology. All MD and DM residents receive a monthly stipend during the programme, partially offsetting the listed fees.
TMC Admission Process
MD (Postgraduate Medical Degree)
MD seats at TMC are filled under the All-India Quota through MCC PG counselling. The selection stages are:
- Eligibility: MBBS degree recognised by NMC; completed 1-year compulsory rotating internship
- Entrance: Valid NEET PG score (no separate TMC test)
- Selection: MCC PG All-India Quota Counselling - choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, and joining
- Bond: 1-year mandatory Senior Residency at TMC or associated centre after MD completion
MD closing ranks at TMC are among the most competitive in the NEET PG All-India Quota for Radiation Oncology and Radiodiagnosis. Candidates aiming for these seats typically need a NEET PG score in the top 1-2 percentile range.
DM and M.Ch (Super-Specialty Degrees)
DM and M.Ch seats at TMC are filled through NEET-SS conducted by NBE, followed by MCC Super-Specialty Counselling. Eligibility:
- DM: MD or DNB in the relevant broad specialty, recognised by NMC; valid NEET-SS score
- M.Ch: MS or DNB in General Surgery or the relevant surgical specialty, recognised by NMC; valid NEET-SS score
- Selection: MCC Super-Specialty Counselling - choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, and joining
DM Medical Oncology and M.Ch Surgical Oncology seats at TMC represent the most sought-after super-specialty positions in government-sector cancer training in India.
M.Sc and Advanced Diploma
M.Sc and Advanced Diploma programmes admit candidates through a TMC-conducted written entrance test followed by a personal interview. Eligibility:
- M.Sc: B.Sc in the relevant health science field - Nursing, Clinical Research, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Occupational Therapy, or Public Health
- Advanced Diploma (AMIT / ADRT): B.Sc in a relevant allied health science field
- No national-level entrance exam required; selection is entirely by TMC’s own process
TMC notifies application schedules, syllabus, and test dates on its official website. No intermediary counselling body is involved for these programmes.
TMC Career Outcomes
TMC does not conduct campus placements. Career outcomes for its postgraduate students are structured through stipends during training, post-programme bond positions, and oncology-sector salaries that follow.
MD residents at TMC receive a monthly stipend throughout the programme. Most MD graduates complete a mandatory 1-year Senior Residency at TMC or at one of its associated Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospitals, at a gross pay of INR 1,27,260 per month. A 1-Year TMC Fellowship position pays INR 1,38,600 per month gross.
| Position / Stage | Duration | Gross Monthly Pay (2025 rates) |
|---|---|---|
| MD Resident - Year 1 | Year 1 of programme | INR 72,000 per month |
| MD Resident - Year 2 | Year 2 of programme | INR 74,000 per month |
| MD Resident - Year 3 | Year 3 of programme | INR 76,000 per month |
| Senior Resident (post-MD bond) | 1 year (mandatory) | INR 1,27,260 per month |
| 1-Year TMC Fellowship | 1 year | INR 1,38,600 per month |
| 2-Year HBNI Certified Fellowship | 2 years | Stipend paid; INR 2,15,000 deducted across tenure |
Post-training career salaries in oncology vary by specialisation and setting. Oncologists in private hospitals and cancer centres earn INR 20 LPA to INR 70 LPA depending on seniority. Government hospital specialist positions pay INR 1.2 lakh to INR 1.8 lakh per month. TMC training credentials are widely recognised among private oncology hospitals and academic cancer centres across India.
TMC Campus and Infrastructure
Tata Memorial Hospital, the flagship clinical campus, is located at Parel, Mumbai. The research and education campus, ACTREC, is at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai and houses advanced translational research laboratories, clinical research units, and postgraduate training infrastructure for allied health and M.Sc programmes.
TMC’s clinical infrastructure is among the most specialised in Asia for oncology. Facilities include India’s first government-sector Proton Therapy Unit, commissioned in 2023, alongside multiple linear accelerators, a bone marrow transplant unit, PET/CT scanners, a nuclear medicine department, and a 24-hour oncology emergency service. The hospital manages over a million patient footfalls annually across its Mumbai campuses.
TMC’s network extends to four Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospitals in Visakhapatnam, Sangrur, Varanasi, and Muzaffarpur, as well as Dr. Bhubaneswar Borooah Cancer Institute in Guwahati. Postgraduate fellows and senior residents may be posted to any of these centres as part of their training or bond obligation.
TMC vs AIIMS New Delhi vs Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology
Doctors seeking super-specialty oncology training in the government sector typically compare TMC, AIIMS New Delhi, and Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore. Each institution leads in a different dimension relevant to the aspirant’s decision.
| Parameter | TMC Mumbai | AIIMS New Delhi | Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Central Govt. Autonomous (Dept. of Atomic Energy) | Institute of National Importance | State Govt. (Karnataka) |
| Specialisation Focus | Dedicated cancer centre - all oncology specialties | Comprehensive medical centre with oncology dept. | Dedicated cancer centre - South India |
| DM / M.Ch Oncology | Available (NEET-SS) | Available (NEET-SS) | Available (NEET-SS) |
| Annual New Patient Volume | 1,20,000+ (all TMC centres) | High volume (multi-specialty) | High volume (South India primary referral) |
| MD Resident Stipend | INR 72,000 - INR 76,000 per month | As per central govt. pay scale | As per Karnataka govt. pay scale |
| Proton Therapy | Yes (India’s first govt. unit, 2023) | No | No |
| Location | Parel, Mumbai | Ansari Nagar, New Delhi | Bangalore |
TMC leads in oncology specialisation depth, research infrastructure, and clinical technology - including the only government proton therapy unit in India. AIIMS New Delhi offers broader multi-specialty exposure and a larger postgraduate training ecosystem across disciplines. Kidwai Memorial Institute is the primary government cancer training hub for South India, with strong regional patient volumes and a different referral network.
TMC FAQs
Ques. What courses does Tata Memorial Centre offer?
Ans. TMC offers postgraduate programmes across five degree families under HBNI: MD (10 specialisations, 3 years), DM (5 super-specialisations, 3 years), M.Ch (4 surgical super-specialisations, 3 years), M.Sc (5 specialisations, 2 years), and Advanced Diploma in AMIT and ADRT (2 years plus 1-year internship). All programmes are oncology-focused and degrees are awarded by Homi Bhabha National Institute.
Ques. How do I get admission to the MD programme at TMC?
Ans. MD admission at TMC is through NEET PG, conducted by the National Board of Examinations. After NEET PG results, candidates participate in MCC PG All-India Quota counselling and select TMC seats during choice filling. There is no separate TMC entrance test for MD. Closing ranks for Radiation Oncology and Radiodiagnosis seats are among the most competitive in the country.
Ques. What is the stipend for MD residents at TMC?
Ans. MD residents at TMC receive INR 72,000 per month in Year 1, INR 74,000 in Year 2, and INR 76,000 in Year 3. After programme completion, the mandatory 1-year Senior Residency (bond) pays INR 1,27,260 per month gross as per 2025 pay rates.
Ques. Is there a bond obligation after completing MD at TMC?
Ans. Yes. MD graduates at TMC must complete a 1-year Senior Residency at Tata Memorial Centre or one of its associated Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospitals. This is a mandatory post-programme bond. Failure to serve the bond attracts a financial penalty as per programme terms.
Ques. What are the fees for the DM programme at TMC?
Ans. The total fees for DM programmes at TMC are INR 6,74,500 for the 3-year duration. This covers tuition and other fees across all three years. DM candidates also receive a monthly stipend during the programme, partially offsetting the fee outgo.
Ques. Does TMC appear in NIRF rankings?
Ans. Tata Memorial Centre does not currently appear in the NIRF Medical ranked list. It is recognised by the WHO, IAEA, and UICC as a leading cancer training and treatment institution. Degrees are awarded by HBNI, a Deemed University under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India.
Ques. How do I apply for M.Sc programmes at TMC?
Ans. M.Sc admissions at TMC are through a TMC-conducted written entrance test and personal interview. No national-level entrance exam is required. TMC notifies application dates, eligibility criteria, and test schedules on its official website. The total fees for all five M.Sc specialisations are INR 1,05,000 for the 2-year programme.
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