MGMCRI Pondicherry: Admission 2025, Fees, Courses, Cutoff, Ranking, Placement

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute

Overview

Latest Updates

The important dates are given in the table below:

Dates	Upcoming Event
18 September 2025 – 25 September 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Round 2 Institute Reporting (Ongoing)
29 September 2025 – 5 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Round 3 Registration
30 September 2025 – 5 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Round 3 Choice Filling
5 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Round 3 Choice Locking
8 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Round 3 Seat Allotment Result
9 October 2025 – 17 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Round 3 Institute Reporting
22 October 2025 – 26 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Online Stray Vacancy Round Registration
22 October 2025 – 26 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Online Stray Vacancy Round Choice Filling
26 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Online Stray Vacancy Round Choice Locking
29 October 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Online Stray Vacancy Round Seat Allotment Result
30 October 2025 – 5 November 2025	NEET 2025 Counselling Online Stray Vacancy Round Institute Reporting

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, located in Pondicherry, was established in 2001. MGMCRI is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Medical Council of India, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (Government of India), New Delhi.

MGMCRI Pondicherry offers MBBS, MD/MS, MSc, DM, and MCh programmes to the students. MBBS Admissions are based on the NEET-UG entrance exam, followed by the counselling and admission to PG courses is based on the NEET-PG entrance exam, followed by the counselling. As per the NIRF 2025 ranking, MGMCRI Pondicherry ranks 42nd under the Medical category. The institute ranked 44th in the IIRF rankings in 2024.

The MGMCRI Pondicherry popular course fees are ₹20,000 - ₹1.51 Crore across all offered courses. MGMCRI Pondicherry MBBS Fees is ₹1.36 Crore for the entire 5.5-year duration. The institute has a 98% placement rate, with good job opportunities available in both government and private sectors.

MGMCRI Pondicherry: Quick Highlights

The MGMCRI quick highlights table is given below:

Particulars	Details
Established	2001
Institution Type	Deemed to be University
Affiliated to	Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pondicherry
Exam	NEET, NEET PG, NEET SS
Courses	11 Degrees and 65 Courses
Institute Type	Constituent College
Approvals	National Medical Commission (NMC), UGC
MBBS Course Fee	₹1.36 Crore (Total Fee)
Gender	Co-ed
Affiliation	Shri Balaji Vidyapeeth
NIRF 2025 Ranking	42nd in Medical Category
Hostel Facilities	Yes

MGMCRI Pondicherry: Ranking

MGMCRI Pondicherry has been ranked 42nd in India by NIRF 2025 in the Medical category by the Ministry of Education.

Ranking Body	Rank
NIRF 2025 Ranking	42nd in Medical Category
NIRF 2024 Ranking	47th in Medical Category
IIRF	44th

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute

Course & Fees

MGMCRI Pondicherry provides UG, PG, and Super Speciality courses of MBBS, MD/MS, MSc, DM, and MCh programmes to the students and admission into graduate or postgraduate courses is via NEET UG and NEET PG rank. The courses and fee details are given below in the table:

Courses	Fees (Total Fees)
MBBS	₹1.25 Crore
BSc (Hons.)	₹4 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs
BSc	₹4 Lakhs
MSc	₹2 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs
MD	₹96 Lakhs to ₹1.5 Crore
MS	₹1.05 Crore to ₹1.5 Crore
MCh	₹15 Lakhs to ₹60 Lakhs
BPT	₹5 Lakhs
MPT	₹3 Lakhs

MGMCRI Pondicherry: Intake Capacity

Intake capacity of MGMCRI Pondicherry for all the courses is given below in the table:

Courses	Intake
MBBS	250
MD — Anaesthesiology	18
MD/MS — Anatomy	4
MD — Biochemistry	2
MD — Community Medicine	4
MD — Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy	7
MS — ENT	7
MD — Forensic Medicine	2
MD — General Medicine	18
MS — General Surgery	18
MD — Microbiology	4
MD/MS — Obstetrics & Gynaecology	18
MD/MS — Ophthalmology	9
MS — Orthopaedics	16
MD — Paediatrics	12
MD — Pathology	6
MD — Pharmacology	4
MD — Physiology	4
MD — Psychiatry	7
MD — Radiodiagnosis	10
MD — Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases / Pulmonary Medicine	5

MBBS

1 courses • 6 years • Full Time

INR 3175000Average tuition fees

INR 8,00,000Median salary

NEET, National Eligibility Cum Entrance TestExams accepted

31 Mar - 29 Jun 2025Application date

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute

Admissions

The admissions in MGMCRI Pondicherry are entrance-based. To get admission in MBBS, a candidate needs to qualify NEET UG and get admission in PG program like MD/MS, needs to qualify NEET PG, and B.Sc or BPT MPT through entrance exam. Entrance qualification is followed by counselling and document verification.

Courses	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
MBBS	Class 10 and Class 12 from a recognised board	NEET-UG+ Counselling
MD	MBBS degree from a recognised institute/university	NEET-PG + Counselling
MS	MBBS degree from a recognised institute/university	NEET-PG + Counselling
MSc	Bachelor's degree in a relevant field	Common Entrance Test - SBVDUCET conducted by Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth
Postgraduate Allied Health Science Courses	Bachelor's degree in a relevant field	Merti-based

MGMCRI Pondicherry: Cutoff

MGMCRI Pondicherry entrance involves a NEET UG-based cutoff at the MBBS course level and an INI CET, on the other hand, at the PG course level. Depending on the category of specialisation and year, some cutoffs enrol individuals of higher rank. Here is the table given that describes the cutoff for all the courses offered by the institute:

Course	Exam	Cutoff
M.D	NEET-PG	32771 - 191827
M.S	NEET-PG	66143 - 104976
MBBS	NEET	581782 - 1219466 (All India)
M.Ch	NEET-SS	3199 - 3615

MGMCRI NEET MBBS Cutoff Trends: Course-wise

MGMCRI NEET-UG Course-wise MBBS Cutoff is given below:

Courses	Closing rank 2025	Closing rank 2024	Closing rank 2023
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]	1219466 (AI)	1389573 (AI)	1133004 (AI)

MGMCRI NEET MBBS Cutoff Trends: Category-wise

MGMCRI NEET-PG Category-wise MBBS Cutoff is given below:

Category	2025	2024	2023
General	724279 (AI)	425714 (AI)	1133004 (AI)
NRI	1219466 (AI)	1389573 (AI)	-
Private Management	-	889635 (AI)	-

MGMCRI NEET-PG MD Cutoff Trends: Category-wise

MGMCRI NEET-PG Category-wise MD Cutoff is given below:

Category	2024	2023	2022
General	191827	200401	98471

MGMCRI NEET-PG MD Cutoff Trends: Course-wise

MGMCRI NEET-PG Course-wise MD Cutoff is given below:

Courses	Closing Rank 2024	Closing Rank 2023	Closing Rank 2022
Radiodiagnosis	35082	61385	64955
General Medicine	42752	85113	71683
Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology	51213	69955	65871
Paediatrics	51,692	94950	72625
Respiratory Medicine	70654	69893	61821
Psychiatry	96118	92599	68929
Anaesthesiology	96,742	119040	98,471
Pathology	129,476	139090	80484
Community Medicine	153,620	118600	66284
Microbiology	161682	165236	-
Pharmacology	163804	170923	79814
Biochemistry	187480	200401	-
Physiology	191827	197709	-

MGMCRI NEET-PG MS Cutoff Trends: Course-wise

MGMCRI NEET-PG Course-wise MS Cutoff is given below:

Courses	Closing Rank 2024	Closing Rank 2023	Closing Rank 2022
Obstetrics & Gynaecology	69399	-	-
General Surgery	81174	117043	100486
Ophthalmology	82,212	84,165	97084
Orthopaedics	104976	150970	81744

MGMCRI NEET-SS M.Ch Cutoff Trends: Category-wise

MGMCRI NEET-SS Category-wise M.Ch Cutoff is given below:

Category	2024	2023	2022	2021
General	3615	3090	3,004	999

MBBS

1

Courses

6 yrs

Duration

250

Total Seats

INR 23,50,000 - 40,00,000

Tuition Fees

NEET, National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test

Exams

12th

Eligibility

FAQs related to Admissions

What are the eligibility criteria to apply for an MBBS in MGMCRI, Puducherry?

Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
An aggregate percentage of at least 50% (40% for reserved categories).
Qualification of the NEET-UG exam.

What are the eligibility requirements for MD/MS courses?

Must have completed MBBS within one year it also does include an internship.
Selection based on NEET-PG scores.

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Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute

Placements

The Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute (MGMCRI) in Pondicherry has been consistently impressive in terms of placement records in recent years. This undoubtedly proves the commitment of the college in developing competent healthcare professionals. Given below is a brief overview of the placement statistics and related information:

Key Metrics	Placement Statistics
Median Salary (MBBS)	₹11.73 LPA
Top Recruiters	Apollo Hospital and NMC Healthcare

Top Recruiters

2024

FAQS

What is the admission process for MBBS at MGMCRI Pondicherry?

Admission at MGMCRI Pondicherry is based on NEET UG scores followed by MCC counselling. Eligible candidates must register on the MCC website, participate in choice filling, and complete seat allotment and document verification at the institute.

What are the eligibility criteria for MBBS admission?

The eligibility criteria for MBBS admission are that candidates must have completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, and must qualify for NEET-UG.

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute

Scholarships

Scholarship details are given in the table below:

Scholarship Name	Amount (INR)	Eligibility / Remarks
Merit-based Scholarship	₹1,000/month (1st 3 years), ₹2,000/month (next 2 years)	Based on academic performance in Class 12
Pondicherry University MCM Scholarships	Varies	Based on merit (SGPA) and parental income
Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth Scholarships	Varies	Reserved categories Weaker sections Minorities
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Varies	Parental income up to ₹3.5 lakh/year Minimum 55% in Class 7
SBV Merit Scholarship for BSc students	₹5,000 - ₹20,000	Based on higher secondary exam marks
Government of Puducherry Fellowship	₹3,000/month	For residents/students enrolled in certain PG courses
Government of India DBT Special Fund	₹5,000/month	Fellowship for selected MSc Biotechnology students

FAQS

Will Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute provide scholarships to students?

Yes, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute provides scholarships for eligible students. The scholarships have been made available under the aegis of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV). These scholarships are merit-based and aimed to support students who excel academically.

What is the scholarship amount awarded under these scholarships?

The scholarships are availed as follows: Students for a period of 5 years may receive ₹1,000 per month during the first 3 years and then ₹2,000 per month from the 4th and 5th year onwards.

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute

Faculty

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute

Infrastructure

MGMCRI Pondicherry offers decent infrastructure facility which consists of AC labs, smart classrooms, the central library, the hostel facility, auditorium, gym, and health facilities.

Facility	Details
Campus	Wi-Fi enabled, 55-acre main campus, modern classrooms
Library	Automated, digital library, 15,000+ books, e-resources
Classrooms	Spacious, ventilated, AV-enabled, digital smart classrooms
Laboratories	Course-specific, modern equipment
Hostel	Separate boys & girls, 24x7 water & electricity
Sports Facilities	Cricket, football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, table tennis
Gymnasium	Well-equipped indoor gym
Auditorium & Seminar Hall	Equipped with modern audio-visuals
Canteen & Mess	Hygienic, affordable meals
Transport	Own bus fleet for Puducherry transit
Medical Facilities	Attached hospital with diagnostic & emergency services
ATM & Banking	On-campus ATM available
Recreational & Cultural	Recreation rooms, event spaces

MGMCRI Pondicherry: Hostel Fees

Hostel fee details are given below in the table:

Courses	Administration Type	Fees/Year
MBBS	Hostel (Boarding & lodging) (Twin Sharing AC Room)	₹2.5 Lakhs
MD/MS	Hostel (Boarding and Lodging) (Single AC Room)	₹3.5 Lakhs

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

What is MGMCRI Pondicherry, and what is its accreditation/ranking status?

MGMCRI Pondicherry is an NAAC A++ grade college. In NIRF 2025, it is ranked 42nd among medical institutions and is a constituent college of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, a “deemed to be university.”

What academic courses and programs are offered at MGMCRI Pondicherry?

MGMCRI Pondicherry offers UG, PG and superspecialty programs such as MBBS, MD/MS, MSc, DM, MCh and many more. There are also allied health & technology courses (BSc in various specialisations) under its School of Allied Health Sciences.

What is the hostel fee at MGMCRI Pondicherry?

There are separate hostels available for the boys and girls. The hostel fee for a sharing AC room is ₹2.5 Lakhs annually and a single AC room is ₹3.5 Lakhs annually.

What is the fee structure/cost of education for the MBBS course at MGMCRI Pondicherry?

MBBS is a 5.5-year duration course including 1 year of mandatory internship. The MBBS total fee at MGMCRI Pondicherry is ₹1.36 Crore for the entire 5.5-year duration.