Master of Surgery [MS]

The Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, one of India’s premier central university teaching hospitals, offers postgraduate surgical training across four MS specialisations: E.N.T., General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Orthopaedics. Total fee is ₹1,21,000 over the programme duration (₹30,250 per semester). Admission is through NEET PG or INI-CET, as BHU is an Institution of National Importance, with merit-based seat allocation and classes commencing after counselling. NEET PG 2026 is scheduled for August 30, 2026. INI-CET (for IMS BHU being an INI) has its own schedule. IMS BHU publishes merit lists after NEET PG/INI-CET results; document verification and classes commence from October/November 2026. Key Points IMS BHU, Varanasi, is a central university teaching hospital of national repute, offering MS surgical programmes with access to a large multi-specialty tertiary care hospital. Four MS specialisations: E.N.T., General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Orthopaedics; all postgraduate surgical programmes. Total fee of ₹1,21,000 (₹30,250 per semester); on-campus hostel available at ₹4,875 to ₹5,375 per year, with mess charges additional. Admission is through NEET PG or INI-CET; IMS BHU, as an Institution of National Importance (INI), accepts both score systems. Minimum eligibility: MBBS with at least 55% marks from an NMC-recognised college, completed internship, and a valid NEET PG or INI-CET score. IMS BHU MS Fees 2026 Fee Structure Course Fee Per Semester Total Fees MS (E.N.T.), MS (General Surgery), MS (Obstetrics and Gynaecology), MS (Orthopaedics) ₹30,250 ₹1,21,000 On-campus hostel accommodation is available at ₹4,875 to ₹5,375 per year; mess charges are payable separately. Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission. IMS BHU MS Admission 2026 Important Dates Event Date NEET PG 2026 Exam August 30, 2026 NEET PG 2026 Result September to October 2026 IMS BHU Merit List Release October 2026 Document Verification and Seat Confirmation October to November 2026 Classes Commence November 2026 The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change. Eligibility Criteria MBBS degree with minimum 55% marks from an NMC-recognised medical college. Completion of one-year mandatory rotating internship after MBBS before the joining date. Valid NEET PG score or INI-CET score from the 2026 examination cycle. Active registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC). Admission Process Appear in NEET PG conducted by NTA (August 30, 2026) or INI-CET; IMS BHU accepts both for PG admission. After results, participate in counselling; IMS BHU releases a merit list per specialisation on the official BHU portal. Accept the allotted seat and report to IMS BHU, Varanasi, with MBBS degree, internship certificate, and NEET PG/INI-CET scorecard for document verification. Pay the first-semester tuition fee to confirm enrolment and commence the programme. IMS BHU MS Scholarships 2026 Available Scholarships Scholarship Amount Eligibility Deadline NSP Central Sector Scholarship ₹12,000 per year Postgraduate students with family income below ₹8,00,000 per year As per NSP schedule UP Post-Matric Scholarship As per UP government norms SC, ST, OBC, and EWS students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh As per UP scholarship portal Scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for central schemes and the UP state scholarship portal (scholarship.up.gov.in) for UP schemes; windows typically open August to October each year. Some students may qualify for research fellowships or teaching assistant positions within the department; inquire with IMS BHU academic office. IMS BHU MS FAQs Ques. Can BHU IMS MS students also appear for INI-CET, and does it improve their chances compared to NEET PG? Ans. Yes. BHU (Banaras Hindu University) is classified as an Institution of National Importance (INI), and IMS BHU accepts both NEET PG and INI-CET scores for MS admission. INI-CET is conducted by NMC for admission to INIs including AIIMS, JIPMER, and BHU. Candidates appearing for INI-CET specifically compete for INI-quota seats; NEET PG is also accepted for non-INI quota seats. Appearing for both maximises your options for IMS BHU MS admission. Ques. What is the NEET PG cut-off rank for MS General Surgery and MS Orthopaedics at IMS BHU? Ans. IMS BHU, Varanasi, is one of India’s most prestigious public medical institutions, making its MS seats highly competitive. Cut-off ranks for MS General Surgery and MS Orthopaedics at IMS BHU are typically very high. Check previous years’ BHU PG merit lists published on bhu.ac.in and MCC counselling data for IMS BHU closing ranks per specialisation and category. Ques. What is the clinical training quality for MS ENT students at IMS BHU, Varanasi? Ans. IMS BHU’s Sir Sundar Lal Hospital is one of the largest government teaching hospitals in eastern India, serving a vast catchment area covering Varanasi, surrounding districts, and neighbouring states. MS ENT students benefit from extremely high case volumes in ear surgery, head and neck oncology, sinus surgery, and laryngeal disorders. The diversity and volume of cases at IMS BHU is a key advantage for comprehensive ENT training. Ques. Does IMS BHU offer a monthly stipend to MS residents? Ans. IMS BHU, as a central university institution, follows the UGC/NMC stipend norms for postgraduate medical residents. Resident doctors at IMS BHU typically receive a monthly stipend in line with central government rates. Confirm the exact current stipend amount for MS residents with IMS BHU’s academic and administrative office at the time of admission, as rates are revised periodically. Ques. Can MS Obs Gynae graduates from IMS BHU pursue M.Ch or DM through NEET SS? Ans. Yes. An MS in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from IMS BHU is an NMC-recognised degree that qualifies graduates for super-specialty programmes (M.Ch Gynaecological Oncology, Reproductive Medicine, etc.) through NEET SS after fulfilling the required post-MS experience. BHU’s NMC-recognised degree is accepted at all institutions offering M.Ch or DM super-specialty programmes. Ques. Is hostel accommodation guaranteed for MS students at IMS BHU, Varanasi? Ans. IMS BHU has on-campus hostel facilities for postgraduate students at ₹4,875 to ₹5,375 per year (excluding mess charges). However, availability may depend on total PG student intake and hostel capacity each year. MS residents are typically given priority for on-campus accommodation given their clinical duty schedules; confirm hostel availability with IMS BHU administration at the time of joining.