Kerala has over 30 medical colleges offering MD/MS programs across specializations like pathology, dermatology, anaesthesia, general medicine, paediatrics, psychiatry,, and radiology. PG fees for 2026-27 vary widely by quota – government seats stay heavily subsidized, while private and deemed colleges often charge above ₹10 lakh annually. Admission is via NEET PG, with counselling handled by CEE Kerala for government/private seats and MCC for the deemed Amrita institute.
This guide covers college-wise fees, quota-wise costs, stipend, bond rules, and other charges for 2026-27.
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MD/MS Overview
A brief summary of MD/MS courses is below:
| Particulars | Description |
| Course Name | MD/MS |
| Course Level | Postgraduate (PG) |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Examination Type | Yearly/Semester |
| Eligibility | MBBS from a recognized University |
| Admission Procedure | NEET PG |
| Counselling Conducting Authority | Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala |
| Counselling Process | Kerala NEET PG Counselling |
Kerala PG Medical Admission: Quota Distribution
Understanding how seats are split by quota is essential before comparing fees, since the quota a candidate is allotted under directly decides the fee slab:
Join NEET PG News 2026 | Quota | Applicable Institutions | Approximate Seat Share | Fee Level |
| Government/State Merit Quota | Government medical colleges | Majority of seats, filled through CEE state merit list | Lowest – heavily subsidized |
| Management/Merit Quota | Private self-financing colleges | Around 85% of self-financing college seats | Mid-to-high, fixed by the Fee Regulatory Committee |
| NRI Quota | Private self-financing and deemed colleges | Around 15% of self-financing college seats | Highest – no state subsidy |
| In-Service/Service Quota | Government colleges | Reserved for in-service doctors under DME Kerala | Same as state merit fee slab |
Government PG Medical Colleges in Kerala Fees
The table given below shows the latest fee structure of government PG medical colleges:
| Serial No. | College Name | Establishment Year | Yearly Tuition Fees |
| 1 | Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 1951 | MD: 1.6 Lakhs MS: 84,830 |
| 2 | T.D. Medical College, Alappuzha | 1963 | MD: 84,830 MS: 84,830 |
| 3 | Government Medical College Kozhikode | 1957 | N/A |
| 4 | Government Medical College Kottayam | 1960 | MD: 1.64 Lakhs MS: N/A |
| 5 | Government Medical College Pariyaram | 1995 | MD: 51,000 – 84,835 MS: 84,835 |
| 6 | Government Medical College Thrissur | 1981 | MD: 81,050 MS: 81,050 |
| 7 | MES Medical College | 2004 | MD: 8,16,038 MS: 8,16,038 |
| 8 | SUT Academy of Medical Sciences | 1992 | N/A |
| 9 | Government Medical College Ernakulam | 1999 | MD: 81,930 – 84,930 |
| 10 | Government Medical College Kollam | 2017 | MD: ₹3.07 lakh- ₹3.19 lakh |
| 11 | Mount Zion Medical College | 2014 | MD/MS: ₹17.6 Lakhs- ₹18.5 Lakhs |
| 12 | DM Wayanad Institute of Medical Sciences | 2013 | MD/MS: ₹55.49 Lakhs |
| 13 | Government Medical College Manjeri | 2013 | MD/MS: ₹1.62 Lakhs – ₹2.2 Lakhs |
| 14 | Regional Cancer Centre | 1981 | MD: ₹1.74 Lakhs- ₹9.10 Lakhs |
Private PG Medical Colleges Fee Structure
The table given below shows the latest fee structure of private PG medical colleges:
Deemed PG Medical Colleges in Kerala Fees
The section below shows the deemed PG medical colleges in Kerala along with their fee structures. For detailed information about the college’s admission procedure, facilities available and more, click the college’s link.
Amrita School of Medicine
The fee structure of Amrita School of Medicine is given below:
| Course | Annual Tuition Fee (INR) | First Year Other Fees (INR) | Admission Processing (INR) | Hostel Fees (INR) |
| MD Anatomy | Full Scholarship | Full Scholarship | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Physiology | 6,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Biochemistry | 5,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Pharmacology | 5,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Forensic Medicine | 6,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Community Medicine | 8,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Microbiology | 9,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Pathology | 16,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Emergency Medicine | 26,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation | 26,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Psychiatry | 26,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Geriatrics | 25,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Radiation Oncology | 30,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Respiratory Medicine | 30,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Nuclear Medicine | 41,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Pediatrics | 41,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD General Medicine | 41,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Dermatology | 46,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Palliative Medicine | 21,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MS Ophthalmology | 26,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MS Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) | 26,00,000 | 1,42,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MS General Surgery | 39,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 39,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MS Orthopedics | 46,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
| MD Radio Diagnosis | 52,00,000 | 1,12,800 | 5,000 | 62,000 |
PG Stipend in Kerala
PG students (MD/MS and DNB residents) in Kerala’s government medical colleges currently receive a monthly stipend of approximately ₹57,000 to ₹60,000, with the amount rising slightly in each successive year of the three-year course. These figures come from the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Kerala orders issued alongside CEE Kerala’s NEET PG counselling notifications, and can vary a little between colleges. Private and deemed colleges may offer different (often lower or no) stipend structures – confirm directly with the institution. Since stipend amounts are revised periodically, treat the figures above as indicative and check the latest DME order before finalizing your budget.
Kerala NEET PG Counselling Process
- Register on the CEE Kerala PG portal using NEET PG 2026 scorecard details.
- Fill in choices of colleges and courses based on preference and eligibility.
- Seat allotment is published round-wise based on merit rank, quota and choices filled.
- Fee payment and document verification must be completed within the deadline specified in the allotment letter to confirm the seat.
- Report to the allotted college with original documents for final admission formalities.
- Participate in subsequent rounds (if applicable) for upgradation, following the official schedule.
Documents Required for Fee Payment & Admission
Before confirming a PG seat and making the fee payment, candidates are typically asked to produce:
- MBBS degree certificate and mark sheets of all professional years
- Permanent/provisional medical registration certificate
- Internship completion certificate
- NEET PG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- CEE Kerala PG allotment letter
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD), where applicable
- Domicile/nativity certificate for Kerala state quota seats
- Passport and NRI sponsorship documents (for NRI quota candidates)
- Fee payment receipt/demand draft as specified in the allotment letter
Service Bond Obligation
Candidates admitted under the government/state merit quota in Kerala’s government medical colleges are typically required to sign a service bond, committing to a period of service in state government health institutions after completing the PG course (or pay a stipulated penalty in lieu of service). Bond duration and penalty amounts are notified each academic year separately by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Kerala, and candidates should verify current terms at the time of admission, since defaulting can carry financial and registration consequences.
Scholarships & Fee Concessions
Kerala offers scholarship and fee-concession schemes for eligible PG medical students, aimed at easing the cost burden for reserved and economically weaker groups:
- SC/ST/OBC scholarships administered through the state’s Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and Backward Classes departments.
- EWS (Economically Weaker Section) fee concessions for candidates who meet the income and asset criteria under the applicable government order.
- PWD (Persons with Disabilities) concessions, including relaxed fee slabs in select government institutions.
- Post-Matric Scholarship schemes for professional courses, subject to annual renewal and income ceilings notified by the state.
Additional Charges Apart from Tuition Fee
Tuition fee is only one part of the total cost of pursuing a PG medical course in Kerala. Candidates should also budget for:
- Hostel and mess fees – typically ₹60,000 to ₹1.5 Lakh per year, depending on the college and room type (AC/non-AC, shared/single).
- Caution deposit – a refundable deposit collected at admission, which varies by college.
- Special/development fee – some private and deemed colleges levy a yearly charge for laboratories, library and campus facilities, which is sometimes partly refundable.
- Examination and university fees – payable to KUHS (Kerala University of Health Sciences) for university registration, exams and convocation.
- One-time admission fee – a nominal charge collected only at the time of joining.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the average PG fee for MD/MS courses in Kerala medical colleges?
The average annual fee ranges from ₹1.5 lakh to ₹12 lakh for general category seats, depending on the college and specialization.
Are NRI fees higher than general category fees?
Yes, NRI fees are significantly higher and can range between ₹25 lakh to ₹45 lakh per year, depending on the course and college.
Are there any additional charges apart from tuition fees?
Yes, students must also pay hostel fees, caution deposits, and exam fees, which vary from college to college.
Is the Kerala PG medical fee structure updated every year?
Yes, the Fee Regulatory Committee revises the fee structure periodically, and updates are released before the admission process.
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