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Shyam Shah Medical College (SSMC), Rewa, is one of the oldest and most reputed government medical colleges in Madhya Pradesh, ranked 5th among all government medical colleges in the state. The Doctorate of Medicine [MD] in Forensic Medicine is a 3-year full-time postgraduate medical programme affiliated to Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University (MPMSU), Jabalpur. The course covers forensic pathology, toxicology, medical jurisprudence, clinical forensic medicine, and forensic psychiatry, equipping graduates for roles in medico-legal work, academia, and government health services. With 3 seats available, admission is based on NEET PG scores. The total course fee is approximately Rs 3.43 Lakhs for the full 3-year duration, making it one of the most affordable PG medical programmes in central India. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode and is a preferred choice for candidates interested in medico-legal practice, government service, and academic careers.

As of March 2026, admissions for the NEET PG 2026 batch have been completed, with joining orders issued in February 2026. The next admission cycle (NEET PG 2027) is expected to begin with the NEET PG 2027 exam tentatively scheduled on 30 August 2027, followed by MCC and MP State counselling likely starting from October-November 2027. Candidates should monitor the official DME MP portal (dme.mponline.gov.in) and NBE website (nbe.edu.in) for updated schedules.

Key Points

SSMC Rewa is ranked 5th among government medical colleges in Madhya Pradesh by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), MP.
The MD Forensic Medicine programme is affiliated to MPMSU, Jabalpur, and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
3 seats are available in MD Forensic Medicine at SSMC Rewa.
The attached teaching hospital, Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital (SGMH), has over 1,100 beds, with a busy medico-legal department handling a large volume of cases from the Vindhya region.
MD Forensic Medicine graduates are eligible for positions as Medical Officers (Forensic), Professors in medical colleges, and expert witnesses in courts.
Students are required to sign a rural service bond as a condition of admission under the state quota.
Approximately 85% of state quota seats are filled through MP State counselling (DME), and 15% through MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling.

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SSMC MD Forensic Medicine Fees

The MD Forensic Medicine programme at Shyam Shah Medical College, Rewa, is offered at a highly affordable government fee structure. The annual tuition fee is Rs 1,00,000, with additional charges including library fees, university affiliation fees, and student fund. A one-time security deposit of Rs 10,000 and caution money of Rs 3,000 are also applicable, both of which are refundable at the end of the course. The total fee for the 3-year programme works out to approximately Rs 3.43 Lakhs (excluding hostel), making it significantly lower than private medical colleges.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Annum)	Total (3 Years)
Tuition Fees	Rs 1,00,000	Rs 3,00,000
Library Fees	Rs 2,000	Rs 6,000
University Affiliation Fees (MPMSU)	Rs 6,000	Rs 18,000
Student Fund	Rs 1,500	Rs 4,500
Processing (Admission) Fees	Rs 1,500 (one-time)	Rs 1,500
Security Deposit	Rs 10,000 (one-time, refundable)	Rs 10,000
Caution Money	Rs 3,000 (one-time, refundable)	Rs 3,000
Total Fees (excluding hostel)		Rs 3,43,000
Hostel Fees (optional)	Rs 18,000 per annum	Rs 54,000 (3 years)

Security Deposit (Rs 10,000) and Caution Money (Rs 3,000) are refundable without interest upon completion of the course.
Hostel accommodation is optional and not included in the Total Fees above.
University charges (as applicable) are to be paid directly to MPMSU, Jabalpur, and may vary.
No EMI options are officially available; fees are typically paid at the time of admission/each academic year.
Students availing state scholarships (MMVY, Post Matric, PMJKY) may have their tuition fees partially or fully waived, subject to eligibility and a rural service bond obligation.

SSMC MD Forensic Medicine Admission 2026

Admission to MD Forensic Medicine at SSMC Rewa is based on NEET PG scores. For the 2026 batch, the NEET PG exam was held on 3 August 2026, and counselling was conducted by both MCC (for 15% AIQ seats) and DME Madhya Pradesh (for 85% state quota seats). The joining process for the 2026 batch was completed by February 2027. For the upcoming 2027 batch, NEET PG 2027 is tentatively scheduled for 30 August 2027, with counselling expected to begin from October 2027 onwards.

SSMC Rewa MD Admissions Key Dates (2026-27 Cycle, Completed)

Event	Date
NEET PG 2026 Exam	3 August 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result	19 August 2026
MP State Counselling Round 1 Registration Opens	24 October 2026
MP State Counselling Round 1 Last Date to Register	5 November 2026
Round 1 Merit List	4 December 2026
Round 1 Choice Filling	4-5 December 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment	7 December 2026
Round 1 Reporting	8-12 December 2026
Round 2 Registration	15-17 December 2026
Mop-Up Round Registration	29 December 2026 - 29 January 2027
Mop-Up Round Seat Allotment	6 February 2027
Mop-Up Round Reporting	7-12 February 2027
PG Joining Orders Issued	February 2027

NEET PG 2027 Exam Dates (Tentative, for Next Admission Cycle)

Event	Tentative Date
NEET PG 2027 Registration Start	April 7, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Registration End	May 7, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Admit Card	June 11, 2027
NEET PG 2027 Exam Date	30 August 2027
NEET PG 2027 Result	September 2027 (tentative)
MCC / MP State Counselling (Tentative)	October - December 2027

NEET PG 2027 dates are tentative as announced by NBE. Candidates should verify from the official NBE website (nbe.edu.in) and DME MP portal (dme.mponline.gov.in).

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed NEET PG 2027 (or the relevant year's exam).
Must hold an MBBS degree or provisional certificate recognised by NMC/MCI.
Completion of one year of compulsory rotating internship by the prescribed cutoff date (31 July of the exam year for most cycles).
Valid permanent or provisional medical registration from NMC/State Medical Council is mandatory.

Admission Process

Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for 15% All India Quota seats or on the DME MP portal (dme.mponline.gov.in) for 85% state quota seats.
Pay the counselling registration fee and upload required documents.
Fill and lock college and course preferences online.
Seat allotment is done based on NEET PG rank, category, and seat availability.
Report to the allotted college with original documents and pay the prescribed fees.
Students not allotted a seat in Round 1 or 2 may participate in the Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy rounds.
A rural service bond is mandatory for state quota admissions in Madhya Pradesh.

SSMC MD Forensic Medicine Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to MD Forensic Medicine at SSMC Rewa can benefit from several state and central government scholarship schemes. Approximately 80% of students at SSMC Rewa avail some form of scholarship, significantly reducing the effective fee burden. The most impactful schemes are the Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidhyarthi Yojna (MMVY) and Post Matric Scholarship, which can reduce tuition fees to near zero for eligible students. These scholarships are primarily available for MP domicile students belonging to reserved categories or merit-based criteria.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Benefit	Applicable For
Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidhyarthi Yojna (MMVY)	MP domicile; 85%+ in CBSE 12th or 75%+ in MP Board 12th	Full/partial tuition fee waiver	All categories meeting merit criteria
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS)	SC/ST/OBC students from MP; income-based criteria	Up to Rs 1,00,000 per annum (tuition fee covered)	SC, ST, OBC students
Pradhan Mantri Jankalyan Yojna (PMJKY)	OBC NCL students from MP	Tuition fee waiver	OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) students
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes	As per central government norms	Varies	SC/ST/Minority students

Scholarship recipients under MMVY and PMS are required to serve a rural service bond (typically 1-2 years in rural/government health facilities after course completion).
Scholarships cover tuition fees; other charges such as caution money, library fees, and hostel fees are to be borne by the student.
Applications for scholarships are typically made online through the MP Scholarship Portal or NSP portal at the beginning of each academic year.
Students from outside Madhya Pradesh should check their respective state scholarship portals for applicable schemes.

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SSMC MD Forensic Medicine FAQs

Ques. What are the career options after MD Forensic Medicine from SSMC Rewa?

Ans. MD Forensic Medicine graduates can pursue careers as Medical Officers (Forensic) in government hospitals and police departments, Professors/Associate Professors in medical college forensic departments, expert witnesses in courts, and researchers in forensic science institutions. Government positions such as Civil Surgeon (Forensic) and State Forensic Science Laboratory roles are also available. The specialty is particularly well-suited for those interested in medico-legal work and government service.

Ques. Is MD Forensic Medicine a clinical or non-clinical specialty?

Ans. MD Forensic Medicine is primarily a non-clinical specialty. It involves medico-legal autopsies, examination of injury cases, sexual assault cases, and toxicology work rather than direct patient treatment. However, clinical forensic medicine (examination of living persons for medico-legal purposes) is an important component. Graduates typically work in government hospitals, courts, and academic institutions rather than private clinical practice.

Ques. What is the medico-legal workload like at SSMC Rewa for Forensic Medicine residents?

Ans. SGMH, the attached hospital of SSMC Rewa, serves as a major referral centre for the Vindhya region of MP, handling a significant volume of medico-legal cases including trauma, poisoning, sexual assault, and unnatural deaths. This provides MD Forensic Medicine residents with substantial hands-on exposure to autopsy work, injury documentation, and court appearances, which is essential for building competence in the specialty.

Ques. Can students from outside Madhya Pradesh apply for MD Forensic Medicine at SSMC Rewa?

Ans. Yes. 15% of seats fall under the All India Quota (AIQ) and are filled through MCC counselling, open to candidates from across India based on NEET PG rank. The remaining 85% are state quota seats for MP domicile candidates through DME MP counselling. Out-of-state candidates can apply for AIQ seats via the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in).

Ques. What NEET PG rank is typically required for MD Forensic Medicine at SSMC Rewa?

Ans. As a non-clinical specialty, MD Forensic Medicine is generally accessible at higher NEET PG ranks (i.e., lower scores) compared to clinical specialties. Candidates with ranks in the range of 30,000-80,000 (general category) have historically secured seats in MD Forensic Medicine at government colleges in MP, though this varies each year based on competition and seat availability.

Ques. What is the rural service bond requirement for MD Forensic Medicine at SSMC Rewa?

Ans. Students admitted through the MP state quota are required to sign a rural service bond, obligating them to serve in a government/rural health facility in Madhya Pradesh for a specified period (typically 1 year) after completing the course. For Forensic Medicine graduates, this typically means serving as a Medical Officer with medico-legal duties in a government district hospital. Failure to fulfil the bond results in a financial penalty.