GITAM Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Visakhapatnam

Yes, students enrolled in the MS and MD courses offered by the GIMSR are required to submit a thesis. The topic of the thesis must revolve around their chosen specialisation. Moreover, this project work is to be successfully submitted at least six months before the theory and clinical/practical examination. A candidate shall only be allowed to appear for the theory and practical/clinical examination only after the acceptance of the thesis by the examiners. 

The curriculum for the GIMSR MD in General Medicine  programme includes various core subjects that help students develop a strong foundation in the course. Check out the below list to know some of the courses taught in the programme:

• Dermatology
• Oncology
• Nephrology
• ABG analysis
• Systemic Medicine

After filling out the GIMSR MS application form, students must participate in the NEET PG counselling process conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), DGHS. In the counselling process, the students are allocated MD seats based on marks obtained in the NEET PG exam. The fee to participate in the counselling process ranges from INR 5,000 to INR 2 lakh.

Students who wish to take admission to the GIMSR MD courses are required to participate in the NEET PG counselling with a valid NEET PG score. The application fees to participate in the counselling differ based on the refundable and nonrefundable categories. The refundable application fees for deemed universities is INR 2 lakh. The nonrefundable application fees for deemed universities is INR 5,000.

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

The first stage of GIMSR MD admissions is application submission. The form can be obtained by visiting the official website of the university. To apply, follow these steps:

1. Visit the institute's official admission portal.

2. Register as a new candidate by providing the required details.

3. Fill out the application form and upload the required documents in the correct format.

4. Pay the application fees.

5. Click on the submit button.

GIMSR offers a total of nine specialisations under the MD programme for students to choose from. Listed below are all the MD courses available at the institute:

• MD in General Medicine
• MD in Dermatology
• MD in Preventive & Social Medicine
• MD in Psychiatry
• MD in Pathology
• MD in Radio Diagnosis
• MD in TB & Respiratory diseases
• MD in Paediatrics

Aspirants who are willing to get admission to the GIMSR MD programme must fulfill the eligibility requirements prescribed as per the NEET PG (MD/MS) Information Bulletin. Check the below table to know the eligibility criteria:

The total tuition fee to pursue an MD from GIMSR ranges from INR 24 Lacs to INR 1.2 Cr. Other than this, the fee structure includes other charges such as admission fees, hostel fees, development & training fees, etc. Students interested in knowing the complete fee structure can visit the official website of the institute.

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

Yes, MD is available at GIMSR. It is a postgraduate programme offered in full-time mode. This programme is offered with a wide array of specialisations, including Dermatology, General Medicine, and more. The duration of all the MD courses is three years. Admission to these courses is made based on NEET PG scores followed by NEET PG counselling.

Yes, students who have completed an MS degree from GIMSR can pursue jobs in government organisations. Students can join as a Senior Resident in various government hospitals and medical setups. Some of the reputed government hospitals in India are the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Safdarjung Hospital, Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narain Hospital, and others.