Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Master of Surgery [MS] in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at KS Hegde Medical Academy (KSHEMA), Mangalore is a 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical degree programme offered under NITTE (Deemed to be University). The course has a seat intake of 6 per year and is conducted in full-time on-campus mode. Fees for the General category stand at approximately Rs. 90,32,000 for the entire 3-year duration. Admission is based on NEET-PG scores and is processed through MCC counselling for Deemed Universities. The programme is popular for its comprehensive women's healthcare training, including high-risk obstetrics, infertility services (IVF/ICSI), gynaecological oncology, laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures, and active community outreach programmes.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are upcoming. NEET-PG 2026 registration is tentatively expected to begin in April 2026, with the exam scheduled in June 2026. MCC PG counselling for Deemed Universities is expected to commence around August-September 2026 after declaration of NEET-PG results. The 2025-26 batch admissions have been completed through MCC PG Counselling 2025.

Key Points

The department has a fully equipped IVF lab on campus where basic infertility (IUI) and ART procedures like IVF and ICSI are performed.
The department has a labour simulator 'Lucina' and a Laparoscopic Trainer for teaching UG and PG students.
The department has 4 air-conditioned labour theatres, a major OT for elective obstetric and major gynaecology procedures, and a dedicated eclampsia room and HDU.
Gynaecological oncology services are available with a tumour board comprising radiation oncologist, onco surgeon, and medical oncologist.
Research thrust areas include umbilical cord blood-derived mesenchymal stem cells, thyroid antibodies in pregnancy, and genetic polymorphisms in gestational diabetes mellitus.
PG residents receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 56,250 (1st year), Rs. 62,500 (2nd year), and Rs. 68,750 (3rd year).
The department runs a PPTCT (Prevention of Parent to Child Transmission) centre for HIV counselling and testing of all pregnant women.

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KS Hegde Medical Academy Mangalore Latest Updates & News

27 Mar, 2026 KS Hegde Medical Academy Mangalore M.S Obstetrics & Gynaecology Admissions 2026 is open. Read more.

23 Jan, 2026 NEET PG 2026 Exam date has been announced. NBEMS will conduct the NEET PG 2026 Exam on August 30, 2026. Read Full News.

03 Dec, 2025 KS Hegde Medical Academy Mangalore Fee Structure 2026 has been released for M.S Obstetrics & Gynaecology programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 90.32 Lakhs. Read more.

KSHEMA MS OB&G Fees

The total tuition fee for MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) under the General category at KSHEMA is Rs. 90,32,000 for the full 3-year programme (Rs. 30,00,000 per year as tuition fee, plus university and exam fees). NRI category fees are Rs. 60,00,000 per year (Year 1 total Rs. 60,11,000 including university fee). Hostel accommodation is optional and available on campus at additional cost.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Year 1 (INR)	Year 2 (INR)	Year 3 (INR)	Total (INR)
Tuition Fee	30,00,000	30,00,000	30,00,000	90,00,000
University Fee	8,000	-	-	8,000
Exam Fee	-	-	24,000	24,000
Total Fees	30,08,000	30,00,000	30,24,000	90,32,000

Exam fee of Rs. 24,000 is collected in the 3rd year.
University fee of Rs. 8,000 is collected in the 1st year.
NRI Category: Tuition fee is Rs. 60,00,000 per year; Year 1 total is Rs. 60,11,000 (including university fee of Rs. 11,000).
Hostel fees (optional): PG Suite - Single room (Attached Bath) - Rs. 2,72,000 per year (caution deposit Rs. 60,000 refundable + mess charges Rs. 52,000 + room rent Rs. 1,60,000).
PG residents receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 56,250 (1st year), Rs. 62,500 (2nd year), Rs. 68,750 (3rd year).
No EMI or instalment payment options are mentioned in the official fee structure.

KSHEMA MS OB&G Admission 2026

Admissions to MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) at KSHEMA are based on NEET-PG scores via MCC counselling for Deemed/Central Universities. The 2026-27 admission cycle is upcoming, with NEET-PG 2026 tentatively scheduled for June 2026 and MCC counselling expected around August-September 2026.

KSHEMA MS OB&G Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
NEET-PG 2026 Application Start	April 7, 2026
NEET-PG 2026 Application End	May 7, 2026
NEET-PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026
NEET-PG 2026 Exam Date	June 15, 2026
NEET-PG 2026 Result Declaration	July 15, 2026
MCC PG Counselling Registration (Deemed)	August-September 2026 (Tentative)
MCC PG Counselling Round 1 Seat Allotment	September 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	August-September 2026 (Tentative)

NEET-PG 2026 Exam Dates

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

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

MBBS degree from a recognised medical college with permanent registration of any State Medical Council.
Must be NEET-PG qualified.
Admission to both General and NRI category seats is based on inter-se merit in NEET-PG.

Admission Process:

Register and appear for NEET-PG conducted by NBE at www.nbe.edu.in.
Register for MCC PG counselling at www.mcc.nic.in after NEET-PG results.
Fill choices and participate in seat allotment rounds.
Report to KSHEMA with original documents upon seat allotment.
Submit all required documents (NEET-PG admit card, rank letter, allotment letter, MBBS marks cards, internship certificate, Medical Council registration, Karnataka Medical Council registration, etc.).
Pay fees and complete admission formalities.

KSHEMA MS OB&G Scholarships 2026

The primary financial benefit for MS residents is the monthly stipend provided as per NMC norms. Government scholarships are also available for eligible candidates. Institutional merit scholarships are primarily targeted at UG programmes.

Scholarship Benefits

Scholarship / Financial Benefit	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
PG Resident Stipend (KSHEMA)	All enrolled MD/MS residents	Rs. 56,250/month (1st yr), Rs. 62,500/month (2nd yr), Rs. 68,750/month (3rd yr)
Karnataka SSP Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker section students from Karnataka	As per government norms
Central Government Scholarships (NSP)	As per eligibility criteria of respective schemes	As per scheme norms

Karnataka SSP scholarship applications: ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in
National Scholarship Portal: scholarships.gov.in
Scholarship benefits are subject to clearing examinations in the first attempt and maintaining discipline.

KS Hegde Medical Academy Mangalore M.S Obstetrics & Gynaecology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#388 out of 632 in India 2025

#37th in Karnataka

Indiatoday Ranking

#35 out of 54 in India 2025

#8th in Karnataka

The Week Ranking

#27 out of 44 in India 2025

#3rd in Karnataka

IIRF Ranking

#52 out of 57 in Top Private Colleges in India 2025

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KSHEMA MS OB&G FAQs

Ques. What is the NEET-PG cutoff rank for MS OB&G at KSHEMA Mangalore?

Ans. The closing rank for MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology at KSHEMA through MCC Deemed University counselling has typically been in the range of 10,000-25,000 (NEET-PG rank) for General category seats in recent years. Candidates are advised to check the official MCC seat allotment results for accurate cutoff data.

Ques. Does KSHEMA have an IVF lab for MS OB&G training?

Ans. Yes, the K.S. Hegde Medical Academy has a dedicated IVF lab located on the second floor of the department. It is spacious, well-equipped, and ventilated, where all basic infertility (IUI) and ART procedures like IVF and ICSI are performed. PG students get hands-on exposure to infertility management as part of their training.

Ques. What laparoscopic and surgical training is available for MS OB&G residents at KSHEMA?

Ans. MS OB&G residents at KSHEMA receive training in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures, gynaecological oncology surgeries, tubal sterilization (minilap and laparoscopy), emergency obstetric procedures, and major gynaecology procedures. The department also has a Laparoscopic Trainer for skill development.

Ques. Do MS OB&G residents at KSHEMA receive a stipend?

Ans. Yes, all MD/MS PG residents at KSHEMA receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 56,250 (1st year), Rs. 62,500 (2nd year), and Rs. 68,750 (3rd year) as per NMC norms.

Ques. What community outreach activities are part of the MS OB&G programme at KSHEMA?

Ans. PG residents attend various camps in and around Mangaluru including Natekal, Boliyar, B.C. Road, Farangipete, Endosulfan Puttur, and Thalipady camps. On the 9th of every month, staff visit Natekal PHC for free antenatal visits under the Pradhan Mantri Matritva Suraksha Abhiyaan (PMSMA) Scheme. One PG is sent on a rotatory basis to Gajria Hospital OBG department.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for MS OB&G students at KSHEMA?

Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available on campus. PG Suite - Single rooms (Attached Bath) are available at approximately Rs. 2,72,000 per year (including refundable caution deposit of Rs. 60,000, mess charges of Rs. 52,000, and room rent of Rs. 1,60,000). Hostel is optional and not mandatory.