Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) MS admission 2023 is open now. The last date to apply is March 15, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the university’s official website – manipal.edu. Admission to the MS is done on the basis of NEET-PG scores followed by MCC or state counselling process. NEET PG 2023 registrations started on January 7, 2023. The last date for registration is January 27, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website – natboard.edu.in. NEET PG 2023 exam will be conducted on March 5, 2023. Check Manipal University (MAHE) Admission 2023

Manipal University MS Course Highlights

  • MS at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) or Manipal University or Mis offered in five specializations namely General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Oto-Rhino-Laryngology and Orthopaedics. 
  • Those who qualify for the NEET-PG cutoff has to undergo the counselling process by the Directorate General of Health Service/ Medical Counseling Committee (MCC)
  • MAHE has been ranked 17 overall by NIRF 2022.
  • The varsity charges INR 69.40 lakhs for its 3-year MS course.

Manipal University MS Important Dates 2023

Tabulated below are the details of Manipal University Admission 2023 dates:

Event Dates
Commencement of NEET PG Registration 2023 January 7, 2023
Last day to submit NEET PG Application Form 2023 January 27, 2023
Release of NEET PG 2023 Admit Card February 27, 2023
NEET PG 2023 Exam Date March 5, 2023
Declaration of NEET PG 2023 Results by March 31, 2023
Counselling Process Commenced To be Announced

Manipal University MS Eligibility Criteria 

Eligibility Criteria of Manipal University Masters of Surgery

Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria can fill up the application form for the Master of Surgery course.

  • Candidates must be a graduate in MBBS from an institute recognized by the Indian Medical Council or possessing a permanent or provisional registration certificate of MBBS qualification issued by the Medical Council of India or State Medical Council.
  • The candidates must also have completed a one-year internship before admission.

Manipal University MS Admission Criteria 

The selection process is based on the score obtained in the NEET PG examination by the candidates. The shortlisted candidate must attend the counseling conducted by the Directorate General of Health Service/ Medical Counseling Committee (MCC).

Manipal University MS Application Process

The admission process is solely online. No offline forms are accepted. To apply, the candidates must follow the following process.

  • Candidates must visit and register themselves on the official website of NEET
  • Then login with the login credentials provided
  • Fill in the application form correctly with relevant information
  • Upload the scanned documents where needed and submit the filled-in form online
  • The shortlisted candidates must attend the counseling process conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
  • Those students who will pass through the counseling process will be admitted to the course.

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Manipal University MS Course Details

Manipal University provides the Masters of Surgery course with a variety of specializations. The details of the course are given below.

MS Specialization Specialization Details
General Surgery Duration: 3 Years Focus: Help in achieving surgeon capable of diagnosing all types of surgical cases. Objectives: To make the candidate a competent general surgeon, to conduct scientific research, and also have skill in conducting different basic and major surgeries Career Prospects: Competent Surgeon, independent Researchers
Obstetrics & Gynaecology Duration: 3 Years Focus: Train the candidates in Antenatal care, Labour and delivery, management of high-risk pregnancies, Management of benign and malignant disorders affecting the female genital tract and problems in relation to human reproduction with relevant training in Surgical skills in open as well as laparoscopic surgeries. Objectives: To deal with the management of pregnancy and its complications, disorders affecting the female genital tract, and problems in relation to human reproduction Career Prospects: Working at a medical college hospital/ private practice
Ophthalmology Duration: 3 Years Focus: Exposure into medical and surgical aspects of Eye diseases and opportunities to do research in the field. Objectives: It aims to deal with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system.
Orthopedics Duration: 3 Years Focus: Training a postgraduate in both academic, research, and surgical skills Objectives: Involves teaching, ward work, outpatient management, and regular surgical work.  Career Prospects: Work as an orthopedic surgeon in India both in central and government institutions. They can further pursue fellowships
Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Duration: 3 Years Focus: To be able to handle a wide variety of ear, nose, throat, and head and neck conditions including various ENT and head and neck surgeries Objectives: Provides training in comprehensive medical and surgical care of patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems, and related structures of the head and neck Career Prospects: Head & Neck Oncology, Otology, Rhinology, or Laryngology as sub-specialties, etc

Manipal University MS Affiliated Colleges 

There are many colleges providing MS courses under MAHE. Some of them are:

  • Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
  • JSS Medical College, Mysore
  • Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore
  • KS Hege Medical Academy, Mangalore
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgum
  • Shri B. M Patil Medical College, Bijapur,
  • Shri Siddhartha Medical College, Tumkur
  • Sri Devraj Urs Medical College, Kolar 
  • Raja Rajeswari Medical College, Bangalore
  • Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore

Manipal University MS Fee Structure 

Manipal University provides the Masters of Surgery course, the duration of which is 3 years. The total fees of these courses lie in the fees slab of INR 45,00,000 to 70,00,000. Students can also pay the fee in installments for 3 years. There is a caution deposit of INR 10,000. The below table gives a detail of the yearly installment:

Semester Installments (INR)
First 23,10,000
Second 23,10,000
Third 23,10,000

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Manipal University MS FAQs

Ques. What documents are required during Manipal University MS Admission?

Ans. The documents required at the time of Manipal University MS Admission are Identity Proof, Admit Card, Result/Rank Letter, Mark Sheets of MBBS/BDS 1st, 2nd & 3rd Professional Examinations, MBBS/BDS Degree, Internship Completion Certificate, Permanent / Provisional Registration Certificate issued by MCI or DCI/, Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth.

Ques. What is the fee structure of Manipal University MS for International students?

Ans. The total fee of Manipal University MS for International students lies in the fee slab of US$ 1,15,000- 1,50,000. The students can pay the annual fee in three installments. They need to keep 200$ as caution money. The amount of money that needs to be paid in each installment lies in the range of US$55,000-60,000.

Ques. Is there any refund policy available for Manipal University MS Application Form?

Ans. No, once the candidate has paid Manipal University MS, the application fee will not be refunded by the authorities to the students. The application fee for General Category is INR 600 rupees and the fee for the entrance examination is INR 1400. 

Ques. Can NRI take admission to Manipal University MS?

Ans. Yes, there is a provision for international students or NRI to take admission into Manipal University MS. The procedure of admission is the same as that of general students. All the foreign/ NRI candidates must fill the application form from the official website of NEET. The ones securing marks above the cut-off must attend the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

Ques. What is the NEET-PG cutoff for SC/ST students for Manipal University MS Admission?

Ans. The NEET-PG cutoff for SC/ST/OBC/PWD students for Manipal University MS Admission is 40 while for GN-PWD, the cutoff score required is 45.