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Symbiosis Medical College for Women (SMCW), Pune

Lavale Hilltop Campus, Symbiosis International University, Pune – 412115, Maharashtra  |  Est. 2020

Affiliated: Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune  |  Approved: NMC, India  |  Accredited: NAAC A++

India's First Women-Only Medical College NMC Approved NAAC A++ | Category-I UGC Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship – 100% Fee Waiver
150 MBBS Seats Fee ₹10.5L/year 900-bed SUHRC Hospital MBBS + PG (New 2025)
Symbiosis Medical College for Women SMCW Pune Campus Lavale Hilltop Symbiosis International University

SMCW – Lavale Hilltop Campus, 350-Acre Symbiosis University, Pune

150
MBBS Seats / Year
₹10.5L
Annual Tuition Fee
900+
Bed SUHRC Hospital
Top 5
Girls Get 100% Fee Waiver

🚫 No Management Quota at SMCW Pune: All 150 MBBS seats at Symbiosis Medical College for Women are filled exclusively through MCC (DGHS) Deemed University Counselling — no direct admission, no management quota, no donations accepted. Any agent claiming management quota at SMCW is fraudulent and may lead to permanent debarment from Symbiosis institutions. Use only the official MCC portal (mcc.nic.in). Free legitimate guidance: +91-7303848310.

About Symbiosis Medical College for Women (SMCW) Pune – Complete Overview 2026

Symbiosis Medical College for Women (SMCW), Pune — also known as SMCW Pune — holds a unique and historically significant position in Indian medical education: it is India's first and only medical college established exclusively for women at the undergraduate level. Founded in 2020 under the visionary leadership of Prof. Dr. S.B. Mujumdar, the Founder and Chancellor of Symbiosis International University, SMCW was inspired by the life of Dr. Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi — India's first female doctor — whose biographical film moved Dr. Mujumdar to create a dedicated institution that would empower women to pursue medicine without barriers. The college is a constituent of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune — an institution of the highest academic stature, holding NAAC A++ accreditation, Category-I UGC status, and consistently ranked among India's top universities by NIRF.

For NEET 2026 female aspirants, SMCW presents an extraordinary combination: a prestigious, NMC-approved, NAAC A++ deemed medical college in one of India's most vibrant educational cities — Pune — with a 150-seat MBBS programme, a 900-bed dedicated teaching hospital (Symbiosis University Hospital and Research Centre — SUHRC), an annual fee of approximately ₹10.5 lakhs (among the lower end for deemed medical colleges in Maharashtra), the landmark Dr. Anandi Gopal Scholarship offering complete fee waiver to the top 5 NEET girl scorers, and a fully residential campus on a 350-acre hilltop — one of India's most beautiful university campuses.

🎯 NEET 2026 Key Fact for Female Aspirants: SMCW Pune offers 150 MBBS seats — 127 for domestic candidates, 23 for NRI. No management quota. Target a NEET score of 550+ for early MCC round allotment. Top 5 NEET girl scorers admitted to SMCW get a 100% academic fee waiver (Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship). All rounds via MCC counselling. Free guidance: +91-7303848310.

The Founding Vision – Women Empowerment Through Medicine

The establishment of SMCW in 2020 was not simply the creation of another medical college — it was an act of institutional commitment to women's empowerment in healthcare. India has a significant gender gap in medicine: while women make up the majority of NEET aspirants, structural barriers have historically reduced their representation in clinical medicine, especially in rural and semi-urban healthcare settings. Dr. Mujumdar's vision was to address this directly — by creating a space where women could receive the highest quality medical education in a safe, supportive, and exclusively female academic environment, producing graduates who would go on to serve as leaders in India's healthcare system.

The inspiration was drawn from Dr. Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi — who became India's first female doctor in 1886 after completing her MD from the Women's Medical College of Pennsylvania despite enormous personal hardship and social opposition. The scholarship named after her — the Dr. Anandi Gopal Scholarship — ensures that financial barriers do not prevent the brightest young women from accessing quality medical education at SMCW. This combination of institutional purpose, academic excellence, and financial support makes SMCW Pune genuinely distinctive in the Indian medical education landscape.

Symbiosis International University – The Parent Institution

SMCW's parent — Symbiosis International (Deemed University) — is one of India's most reputed multi-disciplinary institutions, founded in 1971 by Dr. S.B. Mujumdar. The university holds NAAC A++ Grade accreditation, Category-I status by UGC, and was ranked 32nd among Universities by NIRF 2022. Globally, the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2022 placed Symbiosis International University in the top 800–1000 universities worldwide. The university serves students from over 85 countries across its multi-city campuses in Pune, Nashik, Nagpur, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Noida. This institutional prestige directly benefits SMCW students — through shared research infrastructure, library resources, inter-faculty collaborations, and a globally recognised degree.

Academic Programme – NMC CBME Curriculum at SMCW

SMCW follows the NMC-mandated Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum in full. The college integrates modern pedagogical tools including simulation labs, case-based learning sessions, digital study platforms, and frequent internal evaluations. A well-maintained student-faculty ratio allows for individualized mentorship — a key strength appreciated in student reviews (faculty engagement rating: 4.0/5). Pre-clinical departments are equipped with advanced dissection halls, digital microscopy, biochemistry and physiology labs, and a dedicated medical skills simulation centre. AETCOM (Attitude, Ethics and Communication) modules and early clinical exposure at SUHRC are embedded from the first year. From the second year, ward rotations at the attached hospital begin — providing systematic exposure to General Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, and all major clinical specialties.

SUHRC – The 900-Bed Teaching Hospital

The Symbiosis University Hospital and Research Centre (SUHRC) is SMCW's primary teaching hospital — a 900-bed, multi-specialty, NABH-accredited, NABL-certified tertiary care hospital on the Lavale campus. SUHRC serves approximately 1,200–1,500 outpatients daily from the 32 semi-urban villages within a 12 km radius, as well as urban patients from Pune and beyond. With 60+ ICU beds, advanced diagnostics (MRI, CT, colour Doppler, echocardiography, digital X-ray), multiple modular OTs, and a blood bank, SUHRC provides clinical diversity that is essential for robust MBBS training. The hospital's combination of low-cost healthcare delivery for the surrounding rural and semi-urban population with cutting-edge technology ensures that SMCW students encounter a wide spectrum of clinical presentations from their early training years. Internship at SUHRC is similarly rich in clinical volume and variety.

Campus Life at Lavale – A 350-Acre Hilltop Community

SMCW is located on the Symbiosis International University Lavale Hilltop Campus — a breathtaking 350-acre campus on the outskirts of Pune, surrounded by lush green hills. The campus is fully self-contained with the medical college, teaching hospital, fully residential hostels, academic buildings, a central library (1,200 sq m, 200-user capacity, 4,771 books, 5,088 medical journals, 375+ e-books), an air-conditioned auditorium (585-seat capacity), Wi-Fi throughout, sports facilities (cricket, football, basketball, table tennis, chess, carrom), and access to the broader Symbiosis University ecosystem with students from law, management, engineering, and other disciplines. SMCW is a fully residential college — all admitted students are required to stay in hostel on campus, creating a focused and secure academic community. Lavale is approximately 17 km from Pune University, 25 km from Pune Railway Station, and about 20 km from Pune International Airport.

New in 2025 – PG (MD/MS) Programmes Approved

A significant new development: in 2025, Symbiosis Medical College for Women and SUHRC received approval to commence postgraduate MD/MS programmes. This makes SMCW a complete medical institution offering both UG and PG medical education. Importantly, PG programmes at SMCW are co-educational — both male and female NEET-PG qualified candidates are eligible. Admission is through NEET-PG and MCC PG counselling. This development substantially enhances the value of the SMCW MBBS degree by providing PG training infrastructure within the same campus — a key consideration for students planning their post-MBBS NEET-PG preparation.

Why SMCW Pune is a Top Choice for Female NEET 2026 Aspirants

For female NEET 2026 aspirants seeking a high-quality, NMC-approved, NAAC A++ deemed medical college in Maharashtra with accessible fees, strong clinical training, scholarship opportunities, and an exclusively female UG academic environment, SMCW Pune stands out. The combination of a prestigious parent university (Symbiosis International), a 900-bed dedicated teaching hospital, a 350-acre residential campus, the unique Dr. Anandi Gopal Scholarship, an affordable ₹10.5 lakh annual fee (for a deemed university), and transparent no-donation admission via MCC — makes SMCW one of the most compelling choices for female MBBS aspirants in India. For a free personalised assessment of your SMCW admission chances based on your NEET 2026 score, call Future Education at +91-7303848310.

SMCW Pune – College Highlights at a Glance 2026

Full College NameSymbiosis Medical College for Women (SMCW), Pune
Common Name / AbbreviationSMCW Pune | Symbiosis Medical College Women | SMC Women Pune
Unique DistinctionIndia's First & Only Women-Exclusive Medical College (UG Level)
Established2020 | Founded by Prof. Dr. S.B. Mujumdar, Chancellor SIU | Inspired by Dr. Anandibai Joshi
TypePrivate Deemed – Non-Profit | Under Symbiosis International (Deemed University)
Affiliated UniversitySymbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune – NAAC A++ | Category-I UGC
Approved ByNational Medical Commission (NMC), India | NABH + NABL (Hospital)
MBBS Intake150 Seats/Year – 127 Domestic + 23 NRI/OCI/Foreign
PG Programmes (New 2025)MD/MS approved from 2025 – Co-educational (NEET-PG, MCC PG counselling)
Management QuotaNOT Available – No management seats, no donations, 100% MCC counselling
Seat Filling Authority100% through MCC (DGHS) Deemed University Counselling — All India
Annual MBBS Fee₹10,50,000 (academic + deposit) | Hostel + Mess: ₹2,07,900–₹2,77,500/yr | Total ~₹12.8–13.3L/yr
NRI Fee$41,325/year (academic) + $3,540–$3,990 (hostel/mess/admin) | Fee increases 10%/year
Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship100% academic fee waiver for top 5 NEET girl scorers admitted to SMCW – all 4.5 years
Teaching HospitalSymbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre (SUHRC) – 900 Beds | 1,200–1,500 OPD/day | 60+ ICU beds
Campus350-Acre Lavale Hilltop Campus, SIU, Lavale, Pune – 412115 | Fully Residential | 17 km from Pune University
Admission Helpline (Future Education)+91-7303848310 | futureeducation@live.com

Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship 2026 – SMCW Pune's 100% Fee Waiver for Top 5 NEET Girls

Dr Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi Scholarship Scheme

Notification No. SIU/U-28/2024/966, dated 23 February 2024

The Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship is one of India's most significant merit-based medical scholarship programmes. Named after Dr. Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi — India's first female doctor who overcame enormous personal hardship to obtain her medical degree from the USA in 1886 — this scholarship is a tribute to her pioneering spirit and a commitment to ensuring that no meritorious girl student is denied medical education due to financial constraints.

Scholarship Benefits:

  • 100% Academic Fee Waiver for all years of the MBBS programme (4.5 years)
  • Awarded to the top 5 girl students in the All India NEET merit list who are allotted and admitted to SMCW each year
  • Academic fees paid at admission are retained as a deposit and refunded after successful MBBS completion
  • Scholarship continues in subsequent years, subject to academic performance and attendance requirements

Important Conditions:

  • Awarded after the completion of the admission process — not at the time of admission. Students must pay fees initially; refund follows.
  • Hostel, mess, and other fees are NOT covered — awardees must bear these costs
  • Not applicable to NRI / OCI / PIO / Foreign national students
  • Scholarship is terminated if the awardee fails a university examination or fails to maintain required attendance
  • Fees for repeater/backlog courses are not covered under the scholarship

💡 Strategic Note for High NEET Scorers: If you are a female NEET aspirant scoring in the top band (typically 600+ for competitive NEET years), checking your eligibility for the Dr. Anandi Gopal Scholarship before making your final counselling choices could save you ₹47.25 lakhs in academic fees over 4.5 years. Call Future Education at +91-7303848310 for guidance on scholarship eligibility assessment alongside your overall SMCW counselling strategy.

Who Was Dr Anandibai Joshi?

Dr. Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi (1865–1887) was a trailblazer who became India's first woman to earn a degree in Western medicine — completing her MD from the Women's Medical College of Pennsylvania, USA, in 1886. She overcame extreme social opposition, poverty, and illness to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor so she could serve Indian women who had no access to female physicians. She died tragically at age 21, just one year after her historic degree — but her legacy has inspired generations of Indian women doctors.

The scholarship in her name at SMCW Pune is a powerful acknowledgement that the institutional mission — empowering women through medicine — is inseparable from the story she began over 130 years ago.

🏆 5 Girls Per Year | 100% Fee Waiver | ₹47.25L Saved

SMCW Pune MBBS Admission Process 2026 – Step-by-Step

Since 100% of MBBS seats at SMCW are filled through MCC (DGHS) Deemed University Counselling, the admission process is the same All India MCC route used for all deemed universities:

Qualify NEET-UG 2026

Appear for NEET-UG 2026 on 3 May 2026. Target 550+ (General) for early round allotment. 50th percentile minimum for General category. NEET mandatory for all — including NRI quota.

Register on MCC Portal

After NEET result (June 2026), register on mcc.nic.in for Deemed University Counselling. SMCW is a 100% MCC institution — no separate SMCW registration required. NRI candidates also apply via MCC + SMCW verification.

Choice Filling

Select "Symbiosis Medical College for Women, Pune" in your MCC Deemed University choice list. Use our College Predictor to assess your chances before finalising choices.

Participate in All Rounds

MCC conducts 3 rounds — Round 1, Round 2, and Mop-up (Round 3). Cutoffs improve significantly in later rounds. A rank that misses in Round 1 often gets allotment in Round 2 or Mop-up. Participate in every round.

Document Verification

Report to SMCW Pune (Lavale) with all original documents for physical verification. Provisional admission is confirmed only after document clearance. Bring all documents listed in the NEET document checklist.

Fee Payment & Joining

Pay academic fees (₹10,50,000) and hostel/mess fees by Demand Draft only — no cheque/RTGS/cash at admission time. Instalment not available. Collect joining documents and report to hostel for orientation. MBBS classes commence September–October 2026.

Key Round Strategy: SMCW cutoffs show significant improvement across MCC rounds. In 2023: Round 1 closing AIR ~64,564 → Round 2 ~41,326 → Round 3 (Mop-up) ~24,965. This means candidates with ranks between 25,000 and 65,000 have genuine SMCW allotment chances across rounds. Never drop out after Round 1. Use our NEET Counselling Process Guide to plan your round strategy. For real-time guidance: +91-7303848310.

Eligibility Criteria – SMCW Pune MBBS Admission 2026

Gender Requirement

  • MBBS programme: Female candidates ONLY (Indian and NRI/OCI/Foreign)
  • PG programmes (MD/MS): Co-educational — both male and female eligible (from 2025)
  • SMCW is India's first women-exclusive MBBS college — this is a fundamental eligibility condition

Academic Criteria

  • Class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, English
  • General/EWS: Minimum 50% aggregate PCB
  • SC/ST/OBC: Minimum 40% aggregate PCB
  • PwD: Minimum 45% aggregate PCB
  • From any recognised board in India or abroad

NEET & Age

  • NEET-UG 2026: Mandatory for all categories
  • Minimum NEET Percentile: 50th (General/EWS), 40th (SC/ST/OBC), 45th (PwD-General)
  • Age: Minimum 17 years as on 31 December 2026
  • Maximum age: as per current NMC/court directives (pending Supreme Court decision — check MCC website)
  • No SC/ST/OBC reservation at deemed universities (MCC norms)

SMCW Pune MBBS Fee Structure 2026 – Complete Breakdown

SMCW Pune's fee structure is among the more accessible for a NAAC A++ deemed medical college in Maharashtra. No capitation fee or donation is charged at any Symbiosis institution. Fee payment at the time of admission is by Demand Draft only.

Fee ComponentGeneral / Domestic CategoryNRI / OCI / Foreign Category
Academic Fees + Institute Deposit₹10,50,000 per year$41,325 per year
Hostel + Mess + Deposit₹2,07,900 – ₹2,77,500 per year$3,540 – $3,990 per year
Estimated First Year Total~₹12.6 – 13.3 Lakhs~$44,865 – $45,315
Annual Fee Escalation10% increase every subsequent year
Payment ModeDemand Draft only at admission; subsequent years via Online NEFT/RTGS/SWIFT
Instalment OptionNot available – Full annual fee must be paid at admission

💡 Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship Impact: For the top 5 NEET girl scorers admitted to SMCW, the entire ₹10,50,000 academic fee per year is waived off for all 4.5 years — saving approximately ₹47.25 lakhs in academic fees. Only hostel and mess charges must be borne. This makes SMCW effectively free for the top academic achievers.

Education Loan for SMCW Pune

SBI, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, and private lenders like Avanse, HDFC Credila, and Auxilo offer education loans for MBBS at Symbiosis Medical College. Loan up to ₹70 lakhs available. Future Education provides free loan guidance — call +91-7303848310.

Education Loan Guide for MBBS 2026
Fee Comparison

At ₹10.5L/year, SMCW Pune is one of the more affordable NAAC A++ deemed medical colleges in Maharashtra. DY Patil Pune charges ~₹22–25L/year, while KMC Manipal/Mangalore charge ~₹17.8L/year. SMCW's fee is competitive given its university ranking and hospital quality.

Compare All Private MBBS Fees 2026

SMCW Pune MBBS Seat Matrix 2026 – Quota-Wise

Quota / CategorySeatsAdmission AuthorityEligibility
Open / General (Domestic) ~127 Seats MCC DGHS Deemed Counselling Female – All India – NEET Merit
NRI / OCI / PIO / Foreign ~23 Seats MCC DGHS + SMCW Direct Verification Female – NRI/OCI/Foreign – NEET Mandatory
JAIN Minority / MUSLIM Minority (if vacancies post Round 3) Converts to UR Management if vacant post R3 MCC Rules Per MCC minority norms
Management Quota NIL – Not Available No management quota at SMCW
SC/ST/OBC/EWS Reservation Not Applicable No reservation at Deemed Universities per MCC norms
Total MBBS Seats 150 100% via MCC Deemed Counselling Female Candidates Only (MBBS)

*Seat numbers based on 2024-25 MCC data. Confirm from official MCC and SMCW notifications for 2026-27.

SMCW Pune NEET Cutoff 2026 – Previous Year Trends & Expected Rank Analysis

SMCW Pune cutoffs are set through MCC Deemed University counselling. Since there is no management quota and no SC/ST/OBC reservation at deemed universities, all seats (except NRI) are open to General category candidates from all states. Cutoffs improve significantly across rounds — Round 3 is often the most accessible.

Round 1 (2025)
AIR ~47,592

General / Open category closing rank. NEET Score ~535–555 approx.

Round 2 (2024)
AIR ~41,326

2023 Round 2 closing rank. Significant improvement over Round 1.

Round 3 / Mop-up (2023)
AIR ~24,965

Mop-up round closing rank 2023. Best opportunity for higher-ranked candidates.

Year-Wise NEET Cutoff Table – SMCW Pune (General / Open Category, Domestic)
YearRound 1 Closing AIRRound 2 Closing AIRRound 3 / Mop-up AIRApprox. NEET Score
2025~47,592~35,000 (est.)~22,000 (est.)535–555+ (R1)
2024~64,564~41,326~30,000 (est.)510–540+ (R1)
2023~64,564~41,326~24,965500–545+

*Cutoff AIR values are based on published MCC data and multiple analytical sources. Actual 2026 cutoffs depend on NEET difficulty, total applicants, and seat matrix. Verify from official MCC portal after NEET results.

NRI Quota Cutoff – SMCW Pune
YearNEET Score RequirementNotes
2025–2026Qualifying marks + Merit23 NRI seats via MCC Deemed. NEET mandatory since 2021. Female candidates only. Higher fee ($41,325/yr).

Cutoff Insight 2026: The key observation for SMCW is the dramatic improvement in cutoffs from Round 1 to Round 3. Candidates with NEET scores in the 490–540 range (AIR ~40,000–65,000) who miss Round 1 have strong chances in Round 2 and Mop-up. Female aspirants in this score range should always include SMCW in their MCC choice list and monitor all rounds actively. Use our NEET College Predictor for a round-wise probability assessment, or call +91-7303848310.

Symbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre (SUHRC) – SMCW's Teaching Hospital

Hospital NameSymbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre (SUHRC)
Bed Capacity900+ Beds | Expanding – additional 650 beds planned
Daily OPD1,200–1,500 Outpatients/Day
ICU Beds60+ ICU Beds (22 currently, expansion ongoing)
AccreditationNABH (Hospital) + NABL (Laboratory)
LocationLavale Hilltop Campus, SIU, Pune – on same campus as SMCW
Catchment Area32 semi-urban villages within 12 km radius + Pune urban patients
SpecialtiesMulti-specialty tertiary care – Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Anaesthesiology, and more
DiagnosticsMRI, CT Scan, Colour Doppler, Digital X-ray, Echocardiography, NABL lab, Blood Bank
ResearchResearch collaborations, workshops, conferences through SUHRC Research Cell
Clinical Training Strengths
  • Early Clinical Exposure: Ward visits from first year per NMC CBME curriculum
  • Clinical Rounds & Bedside Teaching: Active participation from second year under expert faculty
  • Skills Lab: Simulation of ER, wards, OTs — SMCW's modern clinical skills development centre
  • Community Outreach: Regular health camps in surrounding 32 villages — strong community medicine exposure
  • Research Culture: Student research cells, publications, conference presentations encouraged from MBBS years
  • OBG & Paediatrics: Particularly strong departments given the women-focused institutional context

Campus & Infrastructure – SMCW Pune 2026

Central Library

1,200 sq m library with 200-user capacity. 4,771 books, 5,088 medical journals (via telnet), 375+ e-books. 20 national + 12 international journals. OPAC system. Extended reading hours.

Lecture Halls & Labs

Technology-infused classrooms, lecture halls, demonstration halls, departmental museums, and medical skills labs. Air-conditioned auditorium with 585-seat capacity. Pre-clinical labs with digital microscopy.

Fully Residential Hostel

SMCW is a fully residential college — all students must stay on campus. Hostel within the 350-acre Lavale campus. Furnished rooms (3–4 seater + upgrades), mess, 24×7 security, CCTV, recreation room. Hostel + mess fee ~₹2–2.8L/year.

Wi-Fi Campus + Digital Tools

Entire Symbiosis campus enabled with Wi-Fi. Access to digital learning platforms, online medical databases (PubMed, Elsevier), and SMCW e-portal for academic management and resources.

Sports & Recreation

Full sports facilities: cricket, football, basketball, athletics. Indoor games: chess, carrom, table tennis. Music, TV common rooms. Cultural events and student council activities. Multi-campus student community of 85+ countries.

350-Acre Hilltop Campus

Breathtaking 350-acre lush green hilltop campus at Lavale, Pune. Clean air, scenic surroundings, fully self-contained. Multiple Symbiosis institutes for a rich inter-disciplinary academic community. Bank, post office, canteen on campus.

Documents Required – SMCW Pune MBBS Admission 2026

Academic & Entrance
  • NEET-UG 2026 Scorecard (Original + 3 copies)
  • NEET-UG 2026 Admit Card
  • Class 10th Marksheet + Certificate
  • Class 12th Marksheet + Passing Certificate (PCB + English)
  • Transfer Certificate (TC) from previous institution
  • Migration Certificate
  • Gap Certificate (if applicable)
  • MCC Allotment Letter (printed from mcc.nic.in)
  • MCC Registration & Fee Payment Receipts
Identity & NRI Documents
  • Aadhaar Card (Indian) | Passport + Visa (NRI/Foreign)
  • Date of Birth Certificate
  • Domicile Certificate (if available — not mandatory for MCC Deemed)
  • Category Certificate (if applicable — though no reservation at deemed)
  • PwD Certificate (if applicable)
  • 10 Passport-size Photos (white background)
  • NRI Only: Sponsor's Passport, Visa, NRI Affidavit, Relationship Proof, OCI/PIO Card
  • Medical Fitness Certificate (from registered physician)

Important Dates – SMCW Pune MBBS Admission 2026

EventExpected / Confirmed Dates (2026)
NEET-UG 2026 Exam (NTA)3 May 2026 (confirmed)
NEET-UG 2026 ResultJune 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling – RegistrationJuly 2026
Choice Filling – MCC Deemed (SMCW Pune selection)July–August 2026
MCC Deemed Round 1 – Seat AllotmentAugust 2026
MCC Deemed Round 2August–September 2026
MCC Deemed Round 3 / Mop-upSeptember 2026
Document Verification at SMCW PuneAugust–September 2026 (per allotment round)
Fee Payment (DD) at SMCWWithin 48–72 hrs of allotment acceptance
MBBS First Year Classes Commence – SMCWSeptember–October 2026
Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship – Award NotificationAfter completion of admission process

*Dates are tentative based on MCC 2025 patterns. Monitor our News section and mcc.nic.in for official 2026 dates.

SMCW Pune vs Other Top Deemed / Private Medical Colleges – 2026 Comparison

CollegeStateMBBS SeatsAnnual FeeMgmt QuotaWomen OnlySpecial Feature
SMCW Pune ⭐ (This Page) Maharashtra 150 ₹10.5L None Yes – UG India's 1st Women-Only Medical College | Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship
RMC Loni (PIMS) Maharashtra 200 ₹10–12L Yes No Rural Healthcare Focus | NIRF #101
KMC Manipal Karnataka 250 ₹17.8L None No NIRF #10 | Global Recognition
KMC Mangalore Karnataka 250 ₹17.8L Yes No NIRF #33 | 130-yr Legacy
KSHEMA Mangalore Karnataka 250 ₹17.8L Yes No NITTE Deemed | 1200-Bed Hospital
CMC Ludhiana Punjab 100 ₹6.6L None No 1894 Legacy | Christian Minority Sponsorship

Frequently Asked Questions – SMCW Pune MBBS Admission 2026

SMCW Pune is India's first and only women-exclusive medical college, established in 2020 under Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune. It is NMC-approved, NAAC A++ accredited, and offers 150 MBBS seats per year. The college is attached to the 900-bed Symbiosis University Hospital and Research Centre (SUHRC). No management quota — all seats via MCC counselling.

The 2025 Round 1 closing AIR was ~47,592 (General). In 2023: Round 1 ~64,564 → Round 2 ~41,326 → Round 3 ~24,965. A NEET score of 550+ (General) is recommended for early rounds. Cutoffs improve significantly in later rounds — always participate in all MCC rounds. Use our College Predictor for a personalised round-wise probability assessment.

Annual academic fee: ₹10,50,000. Hostel + Mess: ₹2,07,900–₹2,77,500/year. First-year total: ~₹12.6–13.3 lakhs. Fee increases 10% every subsequent year. Payment by Demand Draft only — no instalment. No capitation fee. NRI fee: $41,325/year (academic). For loan guidance, call our team.

No. SMCW has absolutely no management quota, no direct admissions, and no capitation fees. All 150 MBBS seats are filled exclusively through MCC (DGHS) Deemed University Counselling. Any agent claiming management quota at SMCW is fraudulent. Students approaching SMCW through agents may be permanently debarred. Use only the official MCC portal (mcc.nic.in).

The Dr Anandi Gopal Scholarship awards 100% academic fee waiver for all 4.5 years of MBBS to the top 5 NEET girl scorers admitted to SMCW each year. This saves approximately ₹47.25 lakhs in academic fees. Hostel/mess fees are not covered. Not applicable to NRI/OCI/Foreign candidates. Scholarship is terminated if a student fails exams or misses attendance. It is awarded purely on NEET merit — no application needed. Read the full scholarship guide above ↑

Yes — MBBS programme at SMCW is exclusively for female candidates. It is India's first women-only medical college at the UG level. However, PG programmes (MD/MS) approved from 2025 are co-educational — both male and female NEET-PG qualified candidates are eligible for PG admissions at SMCW.

SMCW has 150 MBBS seats per year — 127 for domestic candidates and 23 for NRI/OCI/Foreign category. All seats filled through MCC Deemed University counselling. NEET-UG is mandatory for all. No reservation for SC/ST/OBC at deemed universities as per MCC norms.

The Symbiosis University Hospital and Research Centre (SUHRC) — a 900-bed, NABH-accredited, NABL-certified multi-specialty hospital on the Lavale campus. SUHRC sees 1,200–1,500 outpatients daily and has 60+ ICU beds. Serves 32 surrounding villages providing diverse clinical exposure for MBBS students.

No — the MBBS programme is exclusively for female candidates. Male students cannot apply for MBBS at SMCW. However, male candidates can apply for PG programmes (MD/MS) which are co-educational starting from 2025 onwards through NEET-PG and MCC PG counselling.

Yes. After completing MBBS and the one-year compulsory rotating internship, SMCW graduates are required to complete a period of mandatory rural service as stipulated by Maharashtra state government norms. Failure to complete this service results in payment of a financial penalty as stated in the service bond. Confirm the exact bond terms with the SMCW Admissions Office at the time of admission.

Yes. SMCW is fully approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC), India and affiliated with Symbiosis International (Deemed University), which holds NAAC A++ accreditation and Category-I UGC status. The MBBS degree is valid for medical practice in India subject to the NEXT/licensing requirements. The attached hospital SUHRC is NABH and NABL accredited.

Step 1: Qualify NEET-UG 2026 (3 May 2026). Step 2: Register on mcc.nic.in for Deemed University counselling after NEET result (June 2026). Step 3: Fill choice — select "Symbiosis Medical College for Women, Pune". Step 4: Participate in all MCC rounds (Round 1, 2, Mop-up). Step 5: Document verification at SMCW. Step 6: Pay fees by Demand Draft. For free guidance through every step, call Future Education at +91-7303848310.

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