MS in General Surgery

MS in General Surgery at Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences is a three-year postgraduate program that trains physicians in surgical practice, patient management, and specialized surgical procedures.

Develops specialist surgeons capable of performing general surgical procedures, managing perioperative care, and addressing complex surgical conditions.
Delivery mode: on-campus, integrating clinical rotations, surgical practice, and theoretical instruction.
Assessment: MECEE-PG entrance exam, continuous clinical evaluation, and final examinations.

Features
Three-year structured curriculum combining clinical surgery and theoretical knowledge.
Eligibility for postgraduate scholarships under national medical regulations.
Preparation for professional licensure and specialist registration.
Exposure to multiple surgical subspecialties and advanced procedures.

Fee
Tentative total fee: NPR 2,381,760.

Admission process
Hold MBBS or equivalent from recognized institution.
Registered with Nepal Medical Council (or relevant medical council for foreign candidates).
Minimum one year clinical experience (except MDGP and MD/MS in Basic Medical Sciences).
Appear in MECEE-PG entrance exam; minimum 50% required to qualify.
Follow institutional admission procedures and complete enrollment.

Entrance Exam (MECEE-PG) format
Type: Single best response, Multiple Choice Questions
Questions: 200, Duration: 3 hours
Weightage: Clinical (Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Anaesthesiology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology) 115 marks; Basic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Microbiology) 60 marks; Community Medicine + Research, Forensic, CPD-related topics 25 marks.

Job prospects
General surgeon in hospitals, surgical centers, and private clinics.
Consultant in specialized surgical units.
Academic and research positions in medical colleges and hospitals.
Leadership roles in surgical departments and healthcare administration.