Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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Total Courses
14 Courses
Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi - Overview
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About Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
The Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (IMS BHU), Varanasi, is one of India's oldest and most prestigious medical institutions, established in 1960 as part of the historic Banaras Hindu University (BHU, founded 1916). Comprising three faculties — Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Dental Sciences, and Faculty of Ayurveda — IMS BHU is a constituent of BHU, a Central University designated as an Institute of Eminence (IoE) by the Government of India. NIRF Medical Rank 7 (2024); listed in QS Top 100 global medical colleges (2021). The attached 1,600-bed Sir Sunderlal Hospital (SSH) and 250-bed Super-Specialty Block are the only tertiary care facilities serving approximately 20 crore people across eastern UP, western Bihar, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and neighbouring Nepal and Bhutan — earning it the title 'AIIMS of Eastern UP.' The hospital features 80+ OPD clinics, 45+ modular OTs, 150 ICU beds, Level-1 trauma care, PET-CT, 3T MRI, Da Vinci robotic surgery, hybrid cath-lab, and bone-marrow transplant unit. IMS BHU offers 100 MBBS seats (all through MCC AIQ — no state quota), 172 PG seats in 28 disciplines, 42 super-specialty DM/MCh seats in 11 disciplines, and a full range of BDS, BAMS, B.Sc Nursing, MSc, B.Pharma, M.Pharma, and PhD programmes. Library: 15 lakh+ volumes and 50,000+ e-resources. Total MBBS fee: approximately ₹1.87 lakh. NEET 2025 General closing rank: 1,165. NIRF placement: UG median ₹18 LPA, PG median ₹22 LPA (2025). No service bond for MBBS at this central institution.
Institute of Medical Sciences offers students courses in different areas. Candidates can enroll in UG and PG programmes based on their interests and career goals. Admissions are offered based on merit or entrance exam performance. Check below the Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi Courses
14 CoursesMS (Master of Surgery)
MBBS with internship; NEET-PG qualified
BAMS
10+2 with PCB; qualified NEET-UG / AYUSH-NEET; minimum age 17 years
B.Sc
10+2 with PCB; merit in qualifying exam as per BHU norms
MD (Doctor of Medicine)
MBBS with internship; NEET-PG qualified
Doctorate of Medicine (Super-Specialty)
MD in relevant specialty; valid NEET-SS score
BDS
10+2 with PCB; NEET-UG qualified; minimum 50% marks
MBBS
10+2 with PCB and English; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); qualified NEET-UG; minimum age 17 years
B.Pharma
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics and English; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms (CUET/State CET/University test or merit-based admission); minimum age 17 years
BOT
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms; minimum age 17 years
BPT
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology and English; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms (NEET/CUET/State CET or merit-based admission); minimum age 17 years
BNYS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms (NEET/CUET/State CET or merit-based admission); minimum age 17 years
MDS
BDS degree from a recognized university; completion of compulsory rotatory internship; minimum 50% aggregate (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); qualified NEET-MDS; valid registration with State Dental Council/DSCI
PG Diploma
MBBS degree from a recognized university; completion of compulsory rotatory internship; minimum 50% aggregate (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms (NEET-PG or merit-based admission); valid registration with State Medical Council
M.Ch (Master of Chirurgie)
MD/MS degree in relevant specialty from a recognized university; minimum 50% aggregate; qualified NEET-SS; valid registration with State Medical Council/NMC
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MS (Master of Surgery) 9 specializations | ₹ 40.5K - 1.21L | MBBS with internship; NEET-PG qualified |
BAMS 1 specialization | ₹ 33.2K - 1.66L | 10+2 with PCB; qualified NEET-UG / AYUSH-NEET; minimum age 17 years |
B.Sc 1 specialization | ₹ 15.3K - 61.1K | 10+2 with PCB; merit in qualifying exam as per BHU norms |
MD (Doctor of Medicine) 29 specializations | ₹ 40.5K - 1.08L | MBBS with internship; NEET-PG qualified |
Doctorate of Medicine (Super-Specialty) 5 specializations | ₹ 40.5K - 1.08L | MD in relevant specialty; valid NEET-SS score |
BDS 1 specialization | ₹ 33.2K - 1.66L | 10+2 with PCB; NEET-UG qualified; minimum 50% marks |
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 33.2K - 1.24L | 10+2 with PCB and English; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); qualified NEET-UG; minimum age 17 years |
B.Pharma 1 specialization | ₹ 18.2K - 54K | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics and English; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms (CUET/State CET/University test or merit-based admission); minimum age 17 years |
BOT 1 specialization | ₹ 20.7K - 72.1K | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms; minimum age 17 years |
BPT 1 specialization | ₹ 20.7K - 72.1K | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology and English; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms (NEET/CUET/State CET or merit-based admission); minimum age 17 years |
BNYS 1 specialization | ₹ 18.2K - 64K | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology; minimum 50% (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms (NEET/CUET/State CET or merit-based admission); minimum age 17 years |
MDS 9 specializations | ₹ 40.5K - 1.08L | BDS degree from a recognized university; completion of compulsory rotatory internship; minimum 50% aggregate (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); qualified NEET-MDS; valid registration with State Dental Council/DSCI |
PG Diploma 13 specializations | ₹ 40.5K - 1.08L | MBBS degree from a recognized university; completion of compulsory rotatory internship; minimum 50% aggregate (UR/OBC/EWS), 40% (SC/ST); entrance exam as per institute/university norms (NEET-PG or merit-based admission); valid registration with State Medical Council |
M.Ch (Master of Chirurgie) 6 specializations | ₹ 40.5K - 1.08L | MD/MS degree in relevant specialty from a recognized university; minimum 50% aggregate; qualified NEET-SS; valid registration with State Medical Council/NMC |
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Placement Highlights 2023-2024
NIRF 2025 placement data: UG (5-year MBBS) median package INR 18 LPA; PG (3-year MD/MS) median package INR 22 LPA. Over 20 companies participated in placement drives. Top recruiters: AIIMS, Fortis Healthcare, Apollo Hospitals, Max Healthcare, SGPGI, PGI Chandigarh, and international healthcare systems. More than 170 PG students placed (NIRF 2024 data: 170 out of 195 PG students placed in 2023, median package ₹19 LPA per AMU NIRF). Some alumni are serving at prestigious institutions in the US, UK, Gulf countries, AIIMS, and PGI. The BHU 50% Internal PG Quota (no caste reservation) is a key motivator for BHU MBBS graduates to stay and do PG at IMS BHU. Alumni are well-recognised globally due to BHU's 100+ year legacy. Mobile clinics, national disease elimination programmes, and international research collaborations (ICMR, DBT, NIH-BHU) add to placement credentials. No service bond — graduates have full freedom of career choice.
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Top 100 Medical
QS World University Rankings (2021)
6
NIRF (2024)
7 (Medical)
India Today (2024)
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
QS World University Rankings (2021) | Top 100 Medical |
NIRF (2024) | 6 |
India Today (2024) | 7 (Medical) |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
BHU merit scholarship for students excelling in MBBS/PG professional exams including SC/ST/OBC categories
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
BHU Merit Scholarship BHU merit scholarship for students excelling in MBBS/PG professional exams including SC/ST/OBC categories | Top-performing MBBS/PG students in BHU professional examinations | As per BHU scholarship committee; financial backing for academic merit |
ICMR-STS (Short Term Studentship) Fellowship ICMR Short Term Studentship research fellowships available to IMS BHU MBBS students for summer/winter medical research projects | MBBS undergraduates with research interest; competitive selection | ₹10,000–₹25,000 for 2-month research project |
SC/ST/OBC/EWS Government Scholarships Central government post-matric scholarship for reserved category students in this central university | SC, ST, OBC, EWS students admitted to IMS BHU | As per Government of India central scholarship schemes |
DBT / ICMR Research Fellowships (PG/PhD) Research fellowships from Government of India bodies for PG students and researchers at IMS BHU | MD/MS/PhD students qualifying competitive research fellowships | ₹31,000–₹54,000/month as per DST/DBT/ICMR norms |
Resident Doctor Stipend / Junior Resident Stipend | MBBS degree from a recognized university; admission to PG course (MD/MS/DNB etc.); stipend provided as per institute/government norms; continuation subject to satisfactory academic and clinical performance | Up to ₹112054-₹118500/year |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Sir Sunderlal Hospital (1,600 beds + 250-bed Super-Specialty Block)
Flagship 1,600-bed tertiary care teaching hospital and 250-bed Super-Specialty Block — the 'AIIMS of Eastern UP.' Features: 80+ OPD clinics, 45+ modular OTs, 150 ICU beds, Level-1 trauma care, PET-CT scanner, 3T MRI, Da Vinci robotic surgery system, hybrid cath-lab, bone marrow transplant unit, advanced oncology, neurology, and cardiac care. Serves 20 crore people from 7 states and Nepal/Bhutan.
1,360-Acre Residential BHU Campus
IMS BHU is located within BHU's magnificent 1,360-acre residential campus — one of the largest university campuses in Asia — with all amenities, hostel blocks, sports facilities, and a vibrant student life on one integrated campus
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Frequently Asked Questions
Total MBBS fee at IMS BHU is approximately ₹1.87 lakh for the full course (excluding hostel), making it one of the most affordable premier medical colleges in India. Annual fee is approximately ₹41,556. Intern stipend: ₹26,300/month.
NEET 2025 Round 1 General AIQ closing rank at IMS BHU: 1,165 (score ~660 marks). NEET 2024 AIQ General closing rank was approximately 858–1,084. OBC closing rank 2024: 1,665–1,818. EWS: ~2,200. IMS BHU is among the most competitive government medical colleges in India — comparable to AIIMS tier-2 in competitiveness.
IMS BHU is approximately 10 km from Varanasi Junction railway station and approximately 31 km (45 min) from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Babatpur.
No. IMS BHU is a Central University (Institute of Eminence) and does not impose any mandatory rural service bond on MBBS or PG graduates. This is a significant advantage over state government medical colleges in UP. Intern stipend: ₹26,300/month.
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