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Ranga Raya Medical College (RMC), Kakinada, established in 1958 and taken over by the Government of Andhra Pradesh in 1981, is one of the oldest and most reputed government medical institutions in the state. The MD (General Medicine) is a 3-year postgraduate degree programme affiliated to Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS), Vijayawada, and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The course offers a total of 20 seats (10 NMC-recognised + 10 NMC-permitted) and is conducted in full-time, on-campus mode. Admission is based on NEET PG scores, and the programme is highly sought after due to RMC's strong clinical infrastructure, large patient load at the attached Government General Hospital, and its legacy as a premier government medical college in Andhra Pradesh.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year have been completed through AP NEET PG counselling conducted by NTRUHS. The stray vacancy round seat allotment was released on February 25, 2026, with the last date for reporting being February 28, 2026. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, NEET PG 2027 registration is expected to begin in April 2027 (tentative), and AP state counselling is expected to commence around September-October 2027.

Key Points

RMC Kakinada is a government medical college with over 65 years of history, offering strong clinical training through the attached Government General Hospital with high patient footfall.
The MD General Medicine programme has 20 seats, making it one of the larger PG intakes in the state for this speciality.
PG students are entitled to a monthly government stipend, which is a significant financial benefit unique to government medical colleges.
Candidates admitted under state quota are required to execute a bond for one year of compulsory rural/government service after completion of the degree, as per AP Government norms.
The department has an active research culture with multiple publications and participations in national-level PG quizzes and conferences.

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RMC MD Fees

The MD (General Medicine) programme at RMC Kakinada is a government-run course with a highly subsidised fee structure. For state quota (Competent Authority Quota) candidates, the college fee is just Rs. 30,000 for the entire course (for AP/TS state MBBS degree holders). Candidates who completed their MBBS from outside AP/TS pay a slightly higher fee of Rs. 33,000, and those with a foreign MBBS degree pay Rs. 37,000. Management quota seats have a higher tuition fee as regulated by NTRUHS/DRNTR UHS.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	State Quota (AP/TS MBBS)	State Quota (Outside AP/TS MBBS)	State Quota (Foreign MBBS)
College Fee	Rs. 30,000	Rs. 30,000	Rs. 30,000
Additional Fee (Outside AP/TS)	-	Rs. 3,000	-
Additional Fee (Foreign MBBS)	-	-	Rs. 7,000
University Fee	Rs. 49,600 (one-time)	Rs. 49,600 (one-time)	Rs. 49,600 (one-time)
Total Fees (Approx.)	Rs. 79,600	Rs. 82,600	Rs. 86,600

The above fees are for the complete 3-year course duration under state/competent authority quota.
Management quota tuition fee is higher and regulated separately by NTRUHS; total management quota fees for MD/MS are approximately Rs. 10.8 lakh for the full course.
All fees are to be paid online via QR code/bank transfer to the Principal, Rangaraya Medical College, Kakinada.
A bond of Rs. 3,00,000 + 18% GST is required at the time of admission (refundable on completion of the bond service obligation).
PG students receive a monthly government stipend: 1st Year - Rs. 60,823/month, 2nd Year - Rs. 61,528/month, 3rd Year - Rs. 64,767/month (revised w.e.f. 01.01.2024).
No EMI options are available; fees are paid at the time of admission.

RMC MD Admission 2026

Admissions to MD (General Medicine) at RMC Kakinada are conducted through AP NEET PG counselling by NTRUHS for state quota seats, and through MCC counselling for 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. For 2026-27, the counselling process has been completed, with the stray vacancy round concluding in late February 2027. For the 2027-28 session, NEET PG 2027 is expected to be conducted in June 2027, followed by AP state counselling around September-October 2027.

AP NEET PG Counselling 2026-27 Key Dates

Event	Date
Information Brochure Published	September 18, 2026
CQ Application Form Available	September 19, 2026
Last Date for CQ Registration (without late fee)	September 27, 2026
MQ Application Form Window	November 18-23, 2026
Provisional Final Merit List	November 15, 2026
Round 1 Choice Filling (CQ)	November 30 - December 3, 2026
Round 1 Provisional Allotment (CQ Non-service)	December 4, 2026
Round 1 Reporting/Joining	Till December 9, 2026
Round 2 Choice Filling (CQ)	December 23-25, 2026
Round 2 Provisional Allotment (CQ)	December 26, 2026
Round 2 Reporting	Till December 31, 2026
Stray Vacancy Round Application	February 16-18, 2027
Stray Vacancy Round Seat Allotment	February 25, 2027
Stray Vacancy Round Reporting	Till February 28, 2027

NEET PG 2027 Key Dates

Event	Tentative Date
Registration Start	April 7, 2027
Registration End	May 7, 2027
Admit Card Release	June 11, 2027
Exam Date	June 15, 2027
Result Declaration	July 15, 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised institution and must have completed a compulsory rotating internship.
Must have a valid NEET PG 2026/2027 score and be registered with the Medical Council of India (MCI) or State Medical Council.
Candidates must fulfil the domicile/local area requirements as applicable for AP state quota seats.

Admission Process

Appear in NEET PG and obtain a valid score.
Register on the NTRUHS counselling portal (drntr.uhsap.in) for AP state quota seats or on the MCC portal for AIQ seats.
Fill and lock college/course preferences during the choice-filling window.
Seat allotment is based on NEET PG merit, category, and preferences.
Report to the allotted college with original documents within the stipulated time.
Execute the required bond and pay the college fee at the time of joining.

RMC MD Scholarships 2026

PG students at RMC Kakinada benefit primarily from the government stipend scheme, which is a significant financial support mechanism. Additionally, students from SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories may avail of state and central government scholarship schemes. The college also offers a research scholarship for meritorious students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Support	Amount	Eligibility
Government PG Stipend (1st Year)	Rs. 60,823/month	All PG Degree students at government medical colleges
Government PG Stipend (2nd Year)	Rs. 61,528/month	All PG Degree students at government medical colleges
Government PG Stipend (3rd Year)	Rs. 64,767/month	All PG Degree students at government medical colleges
RMC UG Research Scholarship	Rs. 5,000/month for 3 months (Rs. 15,000 total)	Approx. 8 students selected for research projects
AP State Government Scholarships (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)	Rs. 30,000 - Rs. 40,000/year	Based on category and income criteria
Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship	As per central norms	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit

The government stipend is the most significant financial benefit and is paid monthly throughout the 3-year PG programme.
Research scholarships are awarded based on merit and research proposal selection.
SC/ST/OBC/EWS students should apply for state and central scholarships through the respective government portals within the prescribed deadlines.
The bond amount (Rs. 3,00,000 + GST) is refundable upon completion of the mandatory one-year rural/government service.

RMC Kakinada M.D General Medicine Ranking

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RMC MD FAQs

Ques. What is the total number of MD General Medicine seats at RMC Kakinada, and how are they distributed?

Ans. RMC Kakinada has a total of 20 MD General Medicine seats - 10 NMC-recognised seats and 10 NMC-permitted seats. Of these, 50% (10 seats) fall under the All India Quota (AIQ) managed by MCC, and the remaining 50% are under the AP state quota managed by NTRUHS. A small portion is also available under management quota.

Ques. Is there a bond obligation for MD General Medicine students at RMC Kakinada?

Ans. Yes. All non-service candidates admitted under state quota/competent authority quota seats are required to execute a bond for one year of compulsory rural/government service in APVVP/DME, AP hospitals after completing the PG degree. Failure to complete this service attracts a penalty of Rs. 40,00,000 (Rupees forty lakhs). The bond amount of Rs. 3,00,000 + 18% GST is deposited at the time of admission.

Ques. Do PG students at RMC Kakinada receive a stipend? How much is it?

Ans. Yes, PG Degree students at RMC Kakinada (a government medical college) receive a monthly government stipend. As revised w.e.f. January 1, 2024: 1st Year - Rs. 60,823/month, 2nd Year - Rs. 61,528/month, and 3rd Year - Rs. 64,767/month. This stipend effectively offsets the already low fee structure.

Ques. What is the clinical exposure like for MD General Medicine students at RMC Kakinada?

Ans. RMC Kakinada is attached to the Government General Hospital (GGH), Kakinada, which is a large tertiary care hospital serving the East Godavari region. The patient load is very high, giving PG students extensive exposure to a wide variety of medical cases including tropical diseases, infectious diseases, and complex multi-system disorders. This is considered one of the key strengths of the programme.

Ques. Can candidates from outside Andhra Pradesh apply for MD General Medicine at RMC Kakinada?

Ans. Yes, candidates from outside AP can apply for the 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats through MCC counselling. For AP state quota seats, candidates must fulfil AP domicile/local area criteria. Candidates with MBBS from outside AP/TS state pay a slightly higher college fee (Rs. 33,000 vs Rs. 30,000 for AP/TS candidates).

Ques. What is the NEET PG score/rank required to get MD General Medicine at RMC Kakinada?

Ans. As a government medical college with a strong reputation, RMC Kakinada is competitive. The closing ranks for MD General Medicine vary each year based on the number of candidates and seat availability. Candidates are advised to check the previous year's AP NEET PG counselling allotment lists on the NTRUHS website (drntr.uhsap.in) for reference. Generally, a good NEET PG score is required, especially for AIQ seats.