Fees
Fees at Coimbatore Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program include an annual tuition fee ranging from approximately Rs. 9,500 to Rs. 15,000 depending on the student's category. There is an examination fee of about Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 20,000 annually, influenced by the number of subjects. The hostel fee includes a refundable deposit of Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 25,000, with monthly expenses around Rs.
6,000 to Rs. 8,000, totaling approximately Rs. 60,000 annually. Additional costs may include book fees ranging from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000 per year and other charges such as registration, admission, and lab fees totaling approximately Rs. 3,000. Various scholarships and waivers significantly reduce costs for eligible students, especially those from SC/ST, OBC, and government school backgrounds, with certain schemes covering entire tuition and hostel fees. Government scholarships are available, providing financial aid based on income and community category, ranging from Rs.
2,000 to Rs. 20,000 annually.
Eligibility
Candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in Medicine (MD/DNB) in General Medicine or Paediatrics from a recognised institution. Admission is determined by merit in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Super Specialty (NEET SS). Candidates should also meet any additional eligibility criteria and qualifying marks as set out in the college’s annual admission notification. Only applicants who fulfil these requirements are eligible to apply through the designated admission process.
About Doctorate of Medicine [DM] (Cardiology)
Coimbatore Medical College (CMC), Coimbatore, affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, offers a 2-year DM (Doctorate of Medicine) programme in Cardiology at its government super-specialty medical centre. Admission is through NEET SS merit, with seats allocated equally between All India Quota (50%) and Tamil Nadu state quota (50%). The total fee for 2 years is ₹1,05,000, government-regulated. Residents receive monthly government stipends throughout the programme. CMC’s 2,300-bed teaching hospital and experienced faculty provide exceptional training in Cardiology. NEET SS 2026 exam dates are yet to be announced by NTA. The previous cycle (NEET SS 2025) was held in December 2025. MCC NEET SS counselling for CMC DM seats will follow after NEET SS 2026 results in January/February 2027. Prospective candidates should monitor the official NTA and MCC websites for updates. Key Points 2-year government DM programme in Cardiology at CMC Coimbatore Total fees ₹1,05,000 for 2 years; monthly resident stipend during course Admission via NEET SS: 50% AIQ (MCC) + 50% Tamil Nadu state quota High-volume 2,300-bed teaching hospital for diverse clinical training Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai CMC Coimbatore DM Cardiology Fees DM Cardiology Fee Structure Component Amount (INR) Annual Tuition Fee ₹30,000 Annual Special Fee ₹8,000 Library Fee (one-time) ₹1,000 Caution Deposit (refundable) ₹2,000 University Registration (one-time) ₹15,000 Total Fees (2-year course) ₹1,05,000 Total fee of ₹1,05,000 covers tuition (₹30,000/year) and special fee (₹8,000/year) for 2 years, plus one-time library, caution deposit, and university registration charges. DM residents are employees of the Tamil Nadu government and receive monthly stipends during the course period. Caution deposit of ₹2,000 is refundable on course completion. CMC Coimbatore DM Cardiology Admission 2026 Important Dates Event Date NEET SS 2026 Notification To be announced NEET SS 2026 Registration To be announced NEET SS 2026 Exam December 2026 (Expected) MCC NEET SS Counselling January/February 2027 (Expected) Reporting to College February/March 2027 (Expected) Entrance Exam Dates Exam Registration End Exam Date Result NEET SS To be announced December 2026 (Expected) January 2027 (Expected) NEET SS 2026 exam dates are yet to be announced by NTA. DM residents are government employees and receive monthly stipends throughout the 2-year programme. The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change. Eligibility Criteria MD degree in the relevant medical specialization from an NMC-recognized institution; completion of MD course mandatory. Internship and MD course completion required; registration with Medical Council of India or state medical council. Valid NEET SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Super Specialty) score; no upper age limit. Admission Process Register for NEET SS through the official NTA portal once the notification is released. Appear for the NEET SS exam; results are declared by the National Board of Examinations. Register for MCC NEET SS AIQ counselling (50% of seats). Tamil Nadu state quota (50% of seats) candidates register through the state health department portal. Participate in seat allocation; download allotment letter. Report to CMC Coimbatore with original MD degree, medical council registration, and supporting documents. CMC Coimbatore DM Cardiology Scholarships 2026 DM Cardiology Scholarships Available Scholarship Amount Eligibility Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships ₹12,000/year Top 20% in Class 12 Board exams; income below ₹8 lakh/year SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship Variable As per Government of India norms; income-based Tamil Nadu Government Merit Scholarship Variable Merit-based; applicable to government college students National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship ₹12,000/year Income below ₹3.5 lakh/year; merit in Class 8 exam Education Loan Up to ₹20 lakh Available from nationalized banks under IBA model scheme Scholarship applications are to be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) by the prescribed deadline. Loan applications under the IBA model education loan scheme are available through all nationalized banks without collateral up to ₹7.5 lakh. As mentioned, CMC Coimbatore offers admission to DM Cardiology program based on NEET-SS rank. CMC Coimbatore NEET-SS Cutoff 2025 rank is 2214 for the General category. Check CMC Coimbatore Cutoff CMC Coimbatore DM Cardiology Cutoff Year-wise Trends The section below shows year-wise trends in CMC Coimbatore DM Cardiology Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the CMC Coimbatore DM Cardiology program in 2025 was closed at the 2214 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 2386 across all categories. Catgories Cutoff rank 2025 Cutoff rank 2024 General 2214 2018 According to an external review site Ranking 2026, CMC Coimbatore ranks 81 out of 517 colleges in India and 4th in state Tamil Nadu for its DM Cardiology program. 64 out of 100 under IIRF Medical Ranking 2023. Read more on CMC Coimbatore Rankings here CMC Coimbatore DM Cardiology FAQs Ques. What is DM (Doctorate of Medicine) at CMC Coimbatore? Ans. DM (Doctorate of Medicine) is a 2-year super-specialty postgraduate qualification offered at CMC Coimbatore. It is pursued after completing an MD degree in the relevant medical specialization. DM trains physicians to become specialists in advanced areas of medicine with independent practice and research capabilities. Ques. What is the total fee for DM at CMC Coimbatore? Ans. The total fee for the 2-year DM course at CMC Coimbatore is ₹1,05,000. This covers annual tuition (₹30,000/year), annual special fee (₹8,000/year), library fee, caution deposit, and university registration. DM residents also receive a monthly government stipend, making it a highly affordable super-specialty option. Ques. What entrance exam is required for DM admission at CMC Coimbatore? Ans. Admission to DM programmes at CMC Coimbatore is based on NEET SS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Super Specialty) merit score. NEET SS is conducted by NTA. Seats are allocated through MCC NEET SS counselling (50%) and Tamil Nadu state quota counselling (50%). Ques. What is the eligibility for DM admission at CMC Coimbatore? Ans. Candidates must possess an MD degree in the relevant medical specialization from an NMC-recognized institution with completion of the entire MD course, obtain a valid NEET SS score, and be registered with the Medical Council of India or state medical council. Candidates should ensure their MD degree meets the specific eligibility criteria for the DM specialization they wish to pursue. Ques. How many DM seats are available at CMC Coimbatore and what is the stipend? Ans. The number of DM seats available varies by specialization and is determined by NTA’s NEET SS seat matrix. Seats are divided equally between All India Quota (50%) and Tamil Nadu state quota (50%). DM residents receive monthly government stipends, significantly offsetting the already low tuition fees.
