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

Ans. SSIMS Bhilai has 4 sanctioned seats for MS Orthopaedics as per the NMC-approved seat matrix. These seats are distributed between the All India Quota (AIQ) managed by MCC and the Chhattisgarh State Quota managed by DME Raipur. Typically, 50% of seats fall under AIQ and the remaining 50% under state quota. A small number of seats may also be available under the NRI/Management quota. Candidates should check the official MCC seat matrix for the exact distribution each year.

Ans. MS Orthopaedics students at SSIMS Bhilai receive a monthly stipend of INR 67,500 in the 1st year, INR 71,450 in the 2nd year, and INR 74,600 in the 3rd year. The annual hostel fee ranges from INR 3,52,700 (Non-AC) to INR 4,52,700 (AC). Given that the monthly stipend amounts to approximately INR 8-9 Lakhs annually, it is more than sufficient to cover hostel and living expenses, making the programme financially manageable despite the high tuition fee.

Ans. SSIMS Bhilai has a 250+ bedded attached teaching hospital (Sankara Hospital) with dedicated orthopaedic operation theatres, trauma care units, and outpatient departments. The hospital caters to a large patient load from the Bhilai-Durg region, providing MS Orthopaedics students with extensive exposure to trauma cases, joint replacement surgeries, spine procedures, and paediatric orthopaedic conditions. The NMC inspection and approval of the programme confirms that the infrastructure meets the required standards for PG surgical training.

Ans. Yes, candidates from any state in India can apply for MS Orthopaedics at SSIMS Bhilai through the All India Quota (AIQ) counselling conducted by MCC. Candidates from Chhattisgarh can additionally apply through the state quota counselling conducted by DME Raipur. There is no domicile restriction for AIQ seats. Candidates with a valid NEET PG score and MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised college are eligible to participate in counselling regardless of their home state.

Ans. SSIMS Bhilai is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) for the MS Orthopaedics programme and is affiliated to Pt. Deendayal Upadhyay Memorial Health Sciences and Ayush University of Chhattisgarh, Raipur. The degree awarded upon completion is recognised by the NMC and is valid for practice and further academic pursuits across India. The college is also recognised by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh, which conducts state-level PG counselling.

Ans. MS Orthopaedics graduates from SSIMS Bhilai can pursue careers in government hospitals through competitive examinations (such as state PSC or UPSC medical services), establish private orthopaedic clinics, join corporate hospital chains, or take up academic positions in medical colleges. Many graduates also pursue fellowship programmes in subspecialties such as joint replacement, spine surgery, sports medicine, or orthopaedic oncology. The demand for qualified orthopaedic surgeons in Chhattisgarh and central India is significant, given the region's industrial workforce and high incidence of trauma cases.