Datta Meghe Medical College (DMMC), Nagpur, is a prominent off-campus centre of Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (DMIHER), a Deemed-to-be University. Established in 2019, DMMC has quickly become a sought-after destination for NEET PG aspirants seeking quality postgraduate medical education in Central India. With NAAC A++ accreditation and a rapidly growing reputation for clinical excellence, the institution offers a comprehensive range of MD and MS programs. This guide covers everything you need to know about PG admission at DMMC Nagpur for 2026, including the admission process, branch-wise fees, seat matrix, cutoff trends, scholarships, stipend, bond details, and campus information.
About Datta Meghe Medical College
Datta Meghe Medical College (DMMC) was established in February 2020 as an off-campus centre of DMIHER (Deemed University), located at Wanadongri, Hingna Road, Nagpur. The parent university, DMIHER, was originally established in 1996 as Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DMIMS) and was declared a Deemed-to-be University in 2005. The university is accredited by NAAC with an A++ Grade (Cycle 3, 2023) and has been ranked #42 in the NIRF rankings.
DMMC is attached to the Smt. Shalinitai Meghe Hospital & Research Centre (SMHRC), a 1,020-bedded multi-super speciality teaching hospital that provides extensive clinical exposure to postgraduate students. The hospital is NABH and NABL accredited and includes the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Superspeciality Block (150 beds) and the Shalinitai Meghe Maternal & Child Health Division (300 beds) with Central India’s first Human Milk Bank.
DMMC integrates Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) with Block Teaching, Alignment & Integration, and a Tripartite Mentorship Model to nurture academic strength and emotional wellbeing. The institution offers 250 MBBS seats, 91 MD/MS seats, and M.Sc. programs in pre- and para-clinical disciplines.
PG Admission Process 2026
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for MD/MS admission at Datta Meghe Medical College, candidates must:
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Hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized institution
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Complete a one-year compulsory rotating internship by the notified cutoff date
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Possess permanent registration with NMC or a State Medical Council
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Qualify NEET PG with the minimum required percentile
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Secure a minimum of 50% marks in MBBS (relaxation as per category rules)
Admission Steps
Admission to all PG seats at DMMC is through NEET PG and centralized counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). All 100% MD/MS/Diploma seats, including Management (Minority) and NRI Category seats, are filled through MCC online counselling based on NEET PG rank. Candidates from any state in India are eligible to participate in Deemed University counselling as there is no domicile restriction.
The step-by-step process is:
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Qualify NEET PG conducted by NBEMS and secure a strong All India Rank
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Register on the MCC website for Deemed University counselling and pay the registration fee
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Fill preferred choices — search and add Datta Meghe Medical College (DMMC) Nagpur with preferred branches and quota
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Participate in counselling rounds — Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and Stray Vacancy Round
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Report to the college with original documents for verification and pay the admission and tuition fees
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Complete medical fitness check and receive admission confirmation
Deemed University Counselling Process – Key Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducted By | Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under DGHS, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare |
| Seats Covered | 100% Seats of Deemed Universities |
| Rounds Conducted | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 and Stray Vacancy Round |
| Registration & Choice Filling | Single-window online process; fresh or repeat registration as per MCC guidelines for each round |
| Upgradation & Seat Retention | If upgraded in the next round, the earlier allotted seat gets cancelled automatically. If not upgraded, the previously allotted seat remains retained. |
| Free Exit & Security Deposit | Free Exit is available in Round 1. Free Exit is not permitted in Round 2. Non-participation after seat allotment may result in forfeiture of the security deposit as per MCC rules. |
NRI Conversion Process
Candidates who did not select NRI status during the NEET PG application process can still apply for conversion to the NRI category during MCC counselling.
| Step | Process |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wait for the official MCC notification regarding NRI conversion |
| 2 | Submit the required NRI documents through the official MCC email as instructed |
| 3 | MCC scrutinizes the documents and publishes the list of approved NRI candidates |
| 4 | Only candidates whose names appear in the approved NRI list are eligible to opt for NRI seats |
Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Registration Opens | April 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | September 2026 |
| MCC PG Counselling Round 1 | November 2026 |
| Subsequent Rounds | December 2026 – February 2027 |
Dates are subject to change as per official notifications.
Seat Matrix & Branch-Wise Details
Datta Meghe Medical College, Nagpur offers PG programs across multiple specialities with a total intake of approximately 91 MD/MS seats. The detailed seat distribution for major branches is given below:
| Course Name | Seats |
|---|---|
| M.D. Anaesthesia | 10 |
| M.S. Ophthalmology | 4 |
| M.D. General Medicine | 13 |
| M.S. General Surgery | 13 |
| M.D. Paediatric | 7 |
| M.S. Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 6 |
| M.S. Orthopaedics | 7 |
| M.D. Respiratory Medicine | 2 |
| M.S. ENT | 2 |
| M.D. Radiodiagnosis | 9 |
| M.D. Dermatology | 5 |
| M.D. Emergency Medicine | 3 |
| M.D. Psychiatry | 3 |
| M.D. Community Medicine | 3 |
| M.D. Pathology | 4 |
Seat matrix is indicative and subject to change as per NMC and MCC notifications.
Branch-Wise Fee Structure 2026
The PG fee structure at Datta Meghe Medical College varies significantly across specialities. The tuition fees for the 2025-26 batch are given below, and fees for 2026-27 are expected to be in a similar range with a 5% annual increase.
Branch-Wise Annual Tuition Fees
| Sr. No | Course | Annual Fee for General Category (₹) | Annual Fee for NRI Category (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M.D. (Pathology) | 15,00,000 | — |
| 2 | M.D. (General Medicine) | 48,00,000 | 75,000 |
| 3 | M.D. (Emergency Medicine) | 31,00,000 | — |
| 4 | M.D. (Dermatology, Venerology & Leprosy) | 55,00,000 | 85,000 |
| 5 | M.S. (General Surgery) | 42,00,000 | 60,000 |
| 6 | M.S. (Orthopaedics) | 42,00,000 | 60,000 |
| 7 | M.D. (Anaesthesiology) | 24,00,000 | — |
| 8 | M.D. (Radio-Diagnosis) | 52,00,000 | 85,000 |
| 9 | M.S. (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) | 45,00,000 | 65,000 |
| 10 | M.D. (Paediatrics) | 42,00,000 | 60,000 |
| 11 | M.D. (Psychiatry) | 28,00,000 | — |
| 12 | M.D. (Community Medicine) | 5,00,000 | — |
| 13 | M.S. (E.N.T.) | 24,00,000 | — |
| 14 | M.S. (Ophthalmology) | 40,00,000 | — |
| 15 | M.D. (Respiratory Medicine) | 37,00,000 | — |
Important Fee Notes:
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Annual Tuition Fees for General Category and NRI Category shall increase by 5% every year. The above fees exclude examination fees.
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A candidate will be required to submit an undertaking and a refundable Security Deposit of ₹5,00,000 against a one-year service condition at the time of admission, without interest.
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If admission is cancelled during the rounds, administrative charges of ₹10,000 shall be deducted, and the remaining balance fees will be refunded within 3 working days.
Hostel Fees
Hostel accommodation is available separately for boys and girls with modern facilities. The annual hostel fees are approximately:
| Room Type | Annual Fee (₹) |
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| Double Room Non-AC | 2,81,610 |
| Double Room AC | 2,99,360 |
| Single Room Non-AC | 3,51,650 |
| Single Room AC | 3,70,760 |
Hostel charges include mess facilities and are separate from tuition fees. Additional charges may apply for various facilities.
NEET PG Cutoff 2025 (Round-Wise)
Understanding cutoff trends is crucial for setting realistic expectations. Here are the NEET PG 2025 closing ranks for Datta Meghe Medical College, Nagpur for the General Category.
| Course | Round 1 Closing Rank | Round 2 Closing Rank | Round 3 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology | 30,230 | 58,521 | — |
| MD Radio Diagnosis | 37,588 | 44,934 | 52,670 |
| MD General Medicine | 45,156 | 54,828 | 54,843 |
| MD Paediatrics | 49,949 | 67,142 | 83,443 |
| MD Psychiatry | 59,703 | 80,647 | 74,959 |
| MS Orthopaedics | 62,657 | 89,151 | 1,03,770 |
| MD Anaesthesiology | 66,070 | 87,013 | 1,04,063 |
| MD Emergency Medicine | 66,139 | 81,974 | — |
| MS General Surgery | 73,743 | 93,276 | 1,16,864 |
| MD Pathology | 1,13,050 | 1,06,800 | 1,17,816 |
For the General Category, the overall cutoff rank for NEET PG at DMMC ranged between 30,230 and 1,17,816. MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology was the most preferred course for General candidates in 2025 with the lowest rank of 58,521, followed by MD Radio Diagnosis with a cutoff of 52,670. MD Radio Diagnosis is consistently the top choice, with a closing rank of 52,670 in the final round.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
DMIHER (Deemed University) offers various scholarships, freeships, and fee waivers for eligible students.
Key Scholarship Schemes
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Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Scholarship Scheme — For meritorious students, awarded based on academic performance
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Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan Fellowship — Meritorious students can avail this fellowship, which waives up to 50% of tuition fees
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DMIHER Merit Scholarships — For meritorious and economically background students
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Datta Meghe Foundation Scholarships — Available for eligible candidates
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Government Scholarships — Through state and central schemes, including MH state Mahajyoti/Sarathi and AICTE PG Scholarship
Additional Support Services
DMIHER also provides the following support to PG students:
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Freeships and fee concessions as per policy
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Hostel concessions
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Free medical aid to students
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Guidance for securing educational loans
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Assistance in getting government scholarships for minority students
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Financial assistance for PG research work
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Incentives for paper presentation at state and national level conferences
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Group Insurance Scheme
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Canteens/food at subsidized rates
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Intramural grants for PG thesis research projects and doctoral research projects
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Sanctioning of deputation for PG students at national and international conference paper/poster presentations
Stipend & Bond Details
Stipend
PG residents at Datta Meghe Medical College, Nagpur receive a monthly stipend as follows:
| Year | Stipend (₹/month) |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | 70,000 |
| 2nd Year | 71,000 |
| 3rd Year | 72,000 |
Stipend details are subject to revision as per university policy.
Bond
Candidates admitted to PG programs at DMMC are required to serve a one-year service bond or pay a penalty of ₹10 lakh. Additionally, a refundable Security Deposit of ₹5,00,000 must be submitted against the one-year service condition at the time of admission. Candidates should carefully check the bond requirements for their chosen specialisation during counselling.
Campus Details
Datta Meghe Medical College, Nagpur (Wanadongri)
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Location: Wanadongri, Hingna Road, Nagpur – 441110, Maharashtra
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Established: 2020 as an off-campus centre of DMIHER (Deemed University)
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Campus Size: Spread over 20 acres of land, adjoining Yashwantrao Chavan College of Engineering
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Teaching Hospital: Smt. Shalinitai Meghe Hospital & Research Centre (SMHRC) — a 1,020-bedded multi-super speciality teaching hospital with 30+ specialities, 65 critical care beds in a 150-bedded superspeciality division, and Central India’s first Advanced Palliative & Rehab Centre
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Hospital Accreditations: NABH and NABL accredited
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Clinical Services: Urology, Cardiology, Endoscopy, Minimal Access Surgery, Dialysis, Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy, Wound Care Clinic, 24/7 emergency, and more
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Facilities: 5 state-of-art lecture halls, 36 demonstration rooms and seminar halls, 8 practical laboratories (Histology, Clinical Physiology, etc.), ICT-enabled learning, Wi-Fi campus, Learning Management System (LMS), central library, modern laboratories, swimming pool, gymnasium, playground, and separate hostels for boys and girls
DMIHER Main Campus (Wardha)
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Location: Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha – 442107, Maharashtra
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Campus Size: 125-acre campus, approximately 80 kilometers from Nagpur
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Key Units: Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Sharad Pawar Dental College (SPDC), Mahatma Gandhi Ayurvedic College Hospital & Research Centre (MGACH&RC)
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Teaching Hospitals: Acharya Vinoba Bhave Rural Hospital (AVBRH) — a 1,200-bed teaching hospital, and other hospitals totaling 1,721 beds with state-of-the-art facilities and approximately 410 clinicians
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Facilities: Auditorium, annual student festivals and NSS activities, guest house, hostels, food court, health club, recreation club, sports facilities, herbal garden, and lush green surroundings
Other DMIHER Institutions
| Location | Institutions |
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| Nagpur | Datta Meghe Medical College (DMMC), Smt. Shalinitai Meghe Hospital & Research Centre |
| Wardha | Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Sharad Pawar Dental College, Mahatma Gandhi Ayurvedic College |
| Nanded | College of Engineering, College of Computer Science, College of Journalism & Media Science, Centre for Astronomy & Space Tech |
| Parbhani | College of Computer Science |
| Noida (U.P.) | College of Engineering & Technology |
Placement & Career Prospects
Datta Meghe Medical College has a strong placement record for PG graduates:
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Median Package: ₹13,96,667 for placed students
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Top Recruiters: Healthcare chains, government and public health setups, research institutes, and DMIHER’s own hospitals
Many PG graduates secure positions in SMHRC and AVBRH, or join reputed healthcare organizations across India and abroad. The institution’s emphasis on research and clinical excellence prepares graduates for careers in clinical practice, academia, and healthcare administration.