MD/MS admission in Uttar Pradesh means securing a postgraduate medical seat – MD, MS, or DNB – at a government or private medical college, based purely on your NEET PG score.
The state runs one of India’s largest MD/MS networks, from flagship government institutes like KGMU Lucknow and SGPGIMS to a wide spread of private and minority colleges.
Fees vary sharply across this spread – from a few thousand rupees a year in a government college to over ₹30 lakh a year in a private clinical branch.
This guide covers UP’s MD/MS courses, colleges, branch-wise specialties, fees, and admission routes for 2026. For registration steps and dates, see our UP NEET PG Counselling 2026 guide.
Last Updated: September 08, 2026 | Reviewed by the Admission Zone Counselling Team
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MD/MS admission in Uttar Pradesh means securing a 3-year postgraduate seat – MD, MS, or DNB – in a clinical or non-clinical specialty at a government or private medical college, purely on your NEET PG 2026 score. Government fees run ₹15,000–₹1 lakh a year (e.g. KGMU, GSVM, RMLIMS); private fees run roughly ₹9 lakh–₹31 lakh a year (higher at minority colleges like Era’s Lucknow). Seats span state, All India, management, and NRI quotas – full college-wise fees and courses are covered below.
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MD MS Admission in Uttar Pradesh 2026
MD and MS are 3-year postgraduate courses after MBBS, entered exclusively through NEET PG – no route bypasses the exam anywhere in UP.
You’ll need a recognised MBBS degree, a completed rotatory internship, and valid NMC/State Medical Council registration to be considered.
Government colleges – KGMU, SGPGIMS, IMS BHU, GSVM, RMLIMS – offer the lowest fees, often under ₹1 lakh a year, with strong clinical exposure.
Private colleges – SRMS Bareilly, Sharda, Subharti, Era’s – offer a wider seat spread at ₹9 lakh to over ₹30 lakh a year, depending on branch.
Clinical branches (General Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN) involve direct patient care and draw the highest demand and fees.
Non-clinical branches (Pathology, Pharmacology, Community Medicine) focus on labs, teaching, and research, usually at lower fees.
Admission runs through NEET PG followed by counselling – DGME UP (state quota/private seats) or MCC (All India Quota). See our UP NEET PG Counselling 2026 guide for the full process.
MD MS Courses Available in Uttar Pradesh
MD and MS together span every major clinical and non-clinical specialty recognised by the NMC. Seat availability for each varies by college.
Popular MD Courses in Uttar Pradesh
- MD General Medicine – the largest, most sought-after MD branch, offered at nearly every UP college
- MD Radiodiagnosis – high-demand diagnostic branch with strong private-practice scope
- MD Dermatology (DVL) – very limited seats, among the most competitive MD branches
- MD Paediatrics – widely available across government and private colleges
- MD Anaesthesiology – comparatively higher seat count, especially in government colleges
- MD Pathology – the most widely available non-clinical branch, priced lower than clinical branches
- MD Community Medicine, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Biochemistry – non-clinical branches at select colleges
Popular MS Courses in Uttar Pradesh
- MS General Surgery – the largest surgical branch by seat count in the state
- MS Orthopaedics – consistently high demand, moderate-to-high competition
- MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology – offered widely across government and private colleges
- MS Ophthalmology – smaller seat count, good private-practice scope
- MS Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) – limited seats across most colleges
MD vs MS: Which Track Fits You?
MD covers medical/non-surgical branches; MS covers surgical branches. Both are 3-year NEET PG courses with equal academic standing in UP.
For a full MD vs MS vs DNB comparison, see our MD vs MS vs DNB guide.
MD MS Fees in Uttar Pradesh 2026
Fees differ sharply by college type – government, private, and private-minority – and by branch, with clinical specialties priced above non-clinical branches.
Government Medical College MD/MS Fees
| College | Approx. Annual MD/MS Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| KGMU, Lucknow | ₹60,000 – ₹65,000 | No separate PG hostel charge |
| GSVM Medical College, Kanpur | ₹15,000 – ₹1,00,000* | State-regulated, revised periodically |
| RMLIMS, Lucknow | ₹15,000 – ₹1,00,000* | State-regulated, revised periodically |
*Government fees sit in a narrow, state-regulated band, notified fresh each year – confirm the exact current figure before choice filling.
Most UP government colleges attach a service bond for non-service candidates – typically around 2 years or a ₹40 lakh penalty.
IMS BHU Varanasi and JNMC (AMU) Aligarh currently carry no bond requirement – confirm your college’s terms in that year’s bulletin.
Private Medical College MD/MS Fees
| College | Clinical Branches (approx./year) | Non-Clinical / Pathology (approx./year) |
|---|---|---|
| SRMS, Bareilly | ₹20 – ₹25 lakh | ₹12 – ₹16 lakh |
| Sharda School of Medical Sciences, Greater Noida | ₹25.4 lakh | ₹9.8 – ₹13.7 lakh |
| Subharti Medical College, Meerut | ₹14.4 lakh | ₹8.6 – ₹10.8 lakh |
SRMS figures are indicative pending the latest fee notification. See the full private-college fee table in our UP NEET PG Counselling guide.
Cheapest MD/MS Colleges in Uttar Pradesh
- Government colleges are cheapest by far – KGMU, GSVM, and RMLIMS all charge under ₹1 lakh a year
- Among private colleges, Subharti Medical College Meerut is currently the most affordable across all branches
- Minority private colleges (Era’s Lucknow, Teerthanker Mahaveer, FH Medical College) sit at the higher end, ₹19–₹42.5 lakh a year
Best Government Medical Colleges for MD/MS in Uttar Pradesh
KGMU (King George’s Medical University), Lucknow
State university in Lucknow, one of UP’s largest teaching hospitals – offers nearly all major MD/MS branches via NEET PG (state quota + AIQ).
Fees approx. ₹60,000–₹65,000/year. Non-service candidates typically face a 2-year service bond.
SGPGIMS, Lucknow
Autonomous state institute known for select MD and DM/MCh programmes. Admission mode can differ from standard state counselling – verify with DGME UP.
IMS BHU, Varanasi
Central university medical college with a broad MD/MS spread and a large attached hospital. Currently carries no mandatory service bond.
GSVM Medical College, Kanpur
One of UP’s larger state colleges by seat count – General Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN and more, at state-regulated fees.
RMLIMS, Lucknow
A newer state institute with steadily expanding PG capacity across clinical and non-clinical branches.
MLN Medical College, Prayagraj
Offers a solid spread of MD/MS branches – General Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN – at government-regulated fees.
LLRM Medical College, Meerut
A long-established western-UP state college offering the major clinical and non-clinical MD/MS branches.
SN Medical College, Agra
One of UP’s older state colleges, offering MD/MS across most major specialties with a large attached hospital.
Individual college pages with detailed seats and cut-off trends are planned – this section will link out to those once published.
Best Private Medical Colleges for MD/MS in Uttar Pradesh
SRMS (Shri Ram Murti Smarak), Bareilly
Non-minority college with one of UP’s larger private MD/MS seat counts – General Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN, Anaesthesiology, and more.
Sharda School of Medical Sciences & Research, Greater Noida
Part of Sharda University, wide branch spread; clinical-branch fees around ₹25.4 lakh/year.
Subharti Medical College, Meerut
Currently the most affordable private option in UP across clinical, pathology, and non-clinical branches.
Era’s Lucknow Medical College, Lucknow
Muslim-minority college with a broad specialty range; minority-institute fees typically run ₹19–₹42.5 lakh/year for clinical branches.
Rohilkhand Medical College, Bareilly
Mid-range private fees relative to other UP colleges, with a solid clinical and non-clinical branch spread.
Hind Institute of Medical Sciences, Barabanki
Offers General Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, and other core branches at fees comparable to other mid-tier UP private colleges.
Muzaffarnagar Medical College, Muzaffarnagar
Well-known western-UP private college with clinical-branch fees around ₹23 lakh/year.
Heritage Institute of Medical Sciences, Varanasi
Offers clinical, pathology, and non-clinical branches; among the higher-fee private options in eastern UP.
Rama Medical College, Kanpur
A Kanpur-region private option offering core clinical and non-clinical MD/MS branches.
Dedicated profile pages for each private college are planned; this section will link to those once available.
MD/MS Specialties in Uttar Pradesh
Seats below are combined across 5 leading government colleges (KGMU, GSVM, RMLIMS, MLN, SN Medical College) and 5 leading private colleges (SRMS, Sharda, Rohilkhand, Subharti, Era’s) – a representative slice, not UP’s full seat count.
For the complete college-wise breakdown, see the UP seat matrix; for national comparisons, see the NEET PG Seat Matrix.
MD General Medicine in UP
The largest single MD branch – roughly 83 government and 65 private seats across the colleges above, offered at nearly every UP college.
MD Radiodiagnosis in UP
A smaller-seat, high-demand diagnostic branch – around 33 government and 28 private seats across these colleges.
MD Dermatology (DVL) in UP
One of the lowest-seat MD branches – about 18 government and 16 private seats, including single digits even at KGMU.
MD Paediatrics in UP
A healthy mid-size branch – around 53 government and 38 private seats, offered at every major UP college.
MS Orthopaedics in UP
Roughly 40 government and 34 private seats across these colleges, with consistently high demand.
MS General Surgery in UP
The largest surgical branch – about 80 government and 52 private seats, available at essentially every UP college.
MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology (OBGYN) in UP
A high-seat surgical branch – around 70 government and 46 private seats, offered widely on both sides.
Clinical vs Non-Clinical Branches: Which Should You Choose?
Clinical branches – General Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN – mean direct patient care and often long, unpredictable duty hours.
They’re hands-on and demanding, since residents handle emergencies alongside routine care.
Non-clinical branches – Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathology – focus on teaching, research, and lab work instead.
They typically offer better work-life balance and lower fees across most UP private colleges.
Neither track is objectively better – the right fit depends on your interests and career goals.
MD MS Admission Options in Uttar Pradesh
Government College Admission
Lowest fees, highest competition. Best suited to strong NEET PG ranks meeting UP domicile rules for state quota, or qualifying for AIQ regardless of domicile.
Private College Admission
A larger overall seat pool at higher fees, filled through state counselling under management and NRI-quota rules. Open to candidates without UP domicile.
State Quota
Covers roughly half the seats in UP government colleges, counselled by DGME Uttar Pradesh.
For eligibility and how it compares with AIQ generally, see our State Quota in NEET PG guide.
Management Quota
A defined share of seats in UP’s private colleges (SRMS, Sharda, Subharti) at higher fees than counselling-quota seats, open regardless of domicile.
See fee ranges and how it works across India in our Management Quota Fees guide.
NRI Quota
A limited quota at select UP private colleges for NRI candidates and sponsored relatives, typically at USD-linked fee slabs.
MCC / All India Quota (AIQ)
The other roughly half of UP government college seats go through AIQ, counselled centrally by MCC, open to any-state candidates.
For the full AIQ process and reservation breakdown, see our All India NEET PG Counselling guide.
Eligibility for MD MS Admission in Uttar Pradesh
MD/MS eligibility in UP follows the standard national NEET PG criteria: a recognised MBBS degree, completed internship, valid NMC/State Medical Council registration, and a qualifying NEET PG score.
One UP-specific addition: a valid UP domicile certificate for state-quota government seats (not required for AIQ, management, or NRI-quota seats).
See the full national criteria in our NEET PG Eligibility Criteria guide, or UP’s cycle-specific rules in the UP NEET PG Counselling eligibility section.
Documents Required
Keep your NEET PG scorecard, MBBS degree/provisional certificate, internship completion certificate, and NMC/State Medical Council registration ready.
For the complete checklist, see Documents Required for NEET PG Counselling.
Career and Higher Education Options After MD/MS
An MD or MS is rarely the final stop. Many doctors pursue DM or MCh super-speciality training in fields like cardiology, neurology, or urology.
Others take fellowships in India or abroad, pursue a PhD and move into teaching and research, or build careers in hospital administration and public health.
How to Choose the Right MD/MS College in Uttar Pradesh
- Course and branch fit: does the college offer the specialty you actually want?
- Accreditation: is the college and seat recognised by the NMC (and NBEMS, for DNB)?
- Hospital and patient load: a busier attached hospital usually means more hands-on exposure
- Faculty strength: check the number of recognised PG guides in your department
- Fees: compare the total 3-year course cost, not just the first year’s fee
- Location and hostel facilities: especially relevant outside your home city
- Outcomes: DM/MCh, fellowship, and placement track record of past batches
Weighing these against your NEET PG rank – rather than brand name alone – usually leads to a better-fit decision.
FAQs
MD/MS admission in UP is based entirely on NEET PG scores, followed by counselling through DGME UP (state quota) or MCC (AIQ) – no direct-entry route exists.
KGMU Lucknow, SGPGIMS, IMS BHU Varanasi, GSVM Kanpur, RMLIMS Lucknow, MLN Prayagraj, LLRM Meerut, and SN Medical College Agra are the leading government options.
SRMS Bareilly, Sharda School of Medical Sciences, Subharti Medical College, Era’s Lucknow Medical College, Rohilkhand Medical College, and Heritage Institute are well-established options.
Around ₹60,000–₹65,000 a year at KGMU, and broadly ₹15,000–₹1,00,000 a year across other state government colleges, revised periodically.
Typically ₹9 lakh to ₹31 lakh a year depending on branch, with minority institutes generally higher at ₹19–₹42.5 lakh a year.
All major government colleges charge under ₹1 lakh a year. Among private colleges, Subharti Medical College Meerut is currently the most affordable.
MD covers medical, non-surgical specialties like General Medicine; MS covers surgical specialties like General Surgery. Both are 3-year NEET PG courses of equal standing.
Only for state-quota government seats. Candidates without UP domicile can still apply for All India Quota, management, and NRI-quota seats.
State Quota, All India Quota (AIQ), Management Quota, and NRI Quota, spread across government, private, and minority medical colleges.
The complete registration, choice-filling, and seat-allotment process is covered in our UP NEET PG Counselling 2026 guide.
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Conclusion
MD/MS admission in Uttar Pradesh offers a genuinely wide pathway to specialisation – a large government college network at low fees, and a deep private-college pool further down the rank list.
Match your NEET PG rank to the right college, branch, and fee bracket, then head to our UP NEET PG Counselling 2026 guide for registration steps and dates.