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The MS General Surgery programme at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar is a 3-year full-time postgraduate surgical degree offered by one of the most reputed government medical institutions in Jammu and Kashmir. The course provides comprehensive training in all aspects of general surgery including abdominal surgery, trauma surgery, oncosurgery, laparoscopic surgery, and emergency surgical care. SKIMS offers 19 seats in MS General Surgery, making it one of the largest surgical PG intakes in the region. The total course fee is Rs. 1,50,000 for the entire programme, and admission is based on NEET PG scores followed by MCC and JK BOPEE counselling. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode. MS General Surgery is a highly valued surgical specialty that opens doors to further super-specialisation (M.Ch) and is in high demand across government hospitals, private hospitals, and surgical centres nationwide.

Admissions for the 2026 session are upcoming. Based on the NEET PG 2026 tentative schedule, the exam is expected in June 2026, with counselling likely to begin from September-October 2026. For the 2025 session, NEET PG was held on August 3, 2025, and MCC PG counselling concluded by February 2026 with the stray vacancy round. JK BOPEE conducted state-level counselling for 85% state quota seats in parallel. Candidates who missed the 2025 cycle should prepare for NEET PG 2026.

Key Points

SKIMS is a Deemed University under the J&K Government and is ECFMG-approved, giving its MS degree international recognition.
The Department of General Surgery at SKIMS handles a very high volume of surgical cases including trauma, oncology, laparoscopic, and emergency surgeries, providing residents with extensive operative exposure.
MS residents at SKIMS receive a monthly stipend (Year 1: Rs. 56,000; Year 2: Rs. 60,500; Year 3: Rs. 63,800), making the programme financially supportive.
MS General Surgery at SKIMS serves as a gateway to M.Ch super-speciality programmes in Plastic Surgery, Neurosurgery, and CVTS, which are also offered at SKIMS.
The institute offers separate hostel facilities for male and female PG students on campus.

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SKIMS MS General Surgery Fees

The MS General Surgery programme at SKIMS is offered at a very nominal fee, consistent with its government institution status. The total tuition fee for the entire 3-year programme is Rs. 1,50,000, payable at the time of admission. There are no management or NRI quota seats for this course. Additionally, PG residents receive a monthly stipend that substantially offsets living expenses.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (Total - 3 Years)	1,50,000
Registration / Admission Fee	As applicable at time of joining
Hostel Fee (per month, optional)	Approx. 16,000
Total Fees (excluding hostel)	1,50,000
Total Fees (including hostel for 3 years)	Approx. 7,26,000

Hostel accommodation is available on campus but is not mandatory; charges are approximately Rs. 16,000 per month.
Monthly stipend for MS residents: Year 1 - Rs. 56,000; Year 2 - Rs. 60,500; Year 3 - Rs. 63,800.
Caution deposit and other one-time charges may be applicable at the time of joining as per SKIMS norms.
Fee structure is subject to revision by the J&K Government.

SKIMS MS General Surgery Admission 2026

Admission to MS General Surgery at SKIMS is based on NEET PG scores. 15% of seats are filled through All India Quota (AIQ) via MCC counselling, while 85% of seats are filled through JK State Quota via JKBOPEE counselling. The NEET PG 2025 cycle has been completed; the next admission cycle will be based on NEET PG 2026. Candidates must register separately for MCC and JKBOPEE counselling as applicable.

SKIMS MS General Surgery Admission Events

Event	Date / Period
NEET PG 2025 Exam	August 3, 2025
NEET PG 2025 Result	September 2025
MCC PG Counselling Round 1 Registration	October 17 - November 5, 2025
MCC PG Counselling Round 1 Seat Allotment	November 20, 2025
MCC PG Counselling Round 2	December 2025
MCC PG Counselling Round 3	January - February 2026
MCC Stray Vacancy Round	February 16 - 23, 2026
JK BOPEE State Counselling Round 1 Registration	Mid-September 2025
JK BOPEE State Counselling Seat Allotment Round 1	Early October 2025
JK BOPEE Stray Vacancy Round 2	February 2026
Batch Commencement (2025 session)	March 2026 (approx.)

NEET PG 2026 Exam Dates

Event	Tentative Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Start	April 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Registration End	May 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	June 15, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result	July 15, 2026
MCC PG Counselling 2026 (Expected Start)	August - September 2026
JK BOPEE State Counselling 2026 (Expected Start)	September - October 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess an MBBS degree (or equivalent) recognized under the NMC Act, 2019 from a recognized medical institution.
Candidates must have completed a compulsory rotating internship of one year on or before the date specified by the counselling authority.
Candidates must have qualified NEET PG 2026 with the minimum required percentile as prescribed by NMC.

Admission Process

Qualify NEET PG 2026 conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
Register for MCC PG Counselling (for 15% AIQ seats) at mcc.nic.in.
Register for JK BOPEE State Counselling (for 85% state quota seats) at jkbopee.gov.in with a registration fee of Rs. 2,000.
Upload required documents including MBBS degree, internship certificate, NEET PG scorecard, domicile certificate (for state quota), and category certificate (if applicable).
Fill and lock college and course preferences online.
Check seat allotment result and report to SKIMS with original documents within the stipulated time.
Pay the admission fee and complete joining formalities at the institute.

SKIMS MS General Surgery Scholarships 2026

SKIMS does not offer its own institutional scholarships for MS students. However, PG students can avail various government scholarships. The monthly stipend provided to all MS residents is a significant financial benefit. Students may also apply for the following scholarships:

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships	Class 12 score above 80%; parental income below Rs. 8 lakh/year	Rs. 20,000 per year (PG students)
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Professional Courses	Pursuing MD/MS; parental income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Rs. 20,000/year or 50% of tuition fee (whichever is less)
PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders	First or second rank holder at UG level; age below 30 years	Rs. 3,100 per month for 2 years
PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child	Single girl child pursuing PG; age not more than 30 years	Rs. 36,200 per annum for 2 years

Scholarship applications are typically made through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
The monthly stipend (Rs. 56,000 to Rs. 63,800) provided by SKIMS to all MS residents is separate from these scholarships and is available to all enrolled students.
Scholarship deadlines vary; candidates should check the National Scholarship Portal for current-year deadlines.

SKIMS MS General Surgery FAQs

Ques. How many seats are available for MS General Surgery at SKIMS Srinagar, and how are they distributed?

Ans. SKIMS Srinagar offers 19 seats in MS General Surgery. Of these, 15% (approximately 3 seats) are filled through All India Quota (AIQ) via MCC counselling, and the remaining 85% (approximately 16 seats) are filled through JK State Quota via JKBOPEE counselling. Candidates from outside J&K can apply only for AIQ seats.

Ques. Does MS General Surgery at SKIMS qualify me for M.Ch super-speciality programmes?

Ans. Yes. An MS General Surgery degree from SKIMS (a recognized deemed university) qualifies you to apply for M.Ch super-speciality programmes such as M.Ch Plastic Surgery, M.Ch Neurosurgery, and M.Ch CVTS through NEET SS. SKIMS itself offers M.Ch programmes in these specialties.

Ques. What is the stipend for MS General Surgery residents at SKIMS?

Ans. MS residents at SKIMS receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 56,000 in the first year, Rs. 60,500 in the second year, and Rs. 63,800 in the third year. This stipend is paid by the institute and is available to all enrolled PG residents regardless of quota.

Ques. Can candidates from outside Jammu and Kashmir apply for MS General Surgery at SKIMS?

Ans. Yes, candidates from outside J&K can apply for the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats through MCC PG counselling at mcc.nic.in. The 85% state quota seats are reserved for domiciles of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, and are filled through JKBOPEE counselling.

Ques. What is the surgical exposure like for MS General Surgery residents at SKIMS?

Ans. SKIMS is the premier tertiary care referral hospital in J&K with a very high volume of surgical cases. MS General Surgery residents get extensive exposure to elective and emergency surgeries, trauma cases, laparoscopic procedures, oncosurgery, and more. The high patient load ensures that residents gain significant operative experience during their 3-year training.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for MS students at SKIMS Srinagar?

Ans. Yes, SKIMS provides on-campus hostel facilities for both male and female PG students. The hostel charges are approximately Rs. 16,000 per month. Accommodation is subject to availability and is not mandatory.

SKIMS Srinagar M.S General Surgery: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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