NIRF #45 in Medical · 3-Year PG Program
MD Medical Oncology
Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute, Ahmadabad
Annual Intake
Tiny cohort = hyper-focused mentorship
Key numbers
NIRF Medical Rank
#45
Placement Rate
95%
Avg CTC
₹12 LPA
Program Duration
36 Months
Investment
₹3.0L total
- Total Tuition Fee₹3,00,000per year
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
MBBS degree from a recognized institution is mandatory
Admission Basis
Selection through national-level entrance examination
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
95%
Top recruiters
Your 3-Year Roadmap
Year +0
Year 1: Core Protocols
Build fluency in systemic chemotherapy, targeted therapy & immunotherapy basics
Year +1
Year 2: Trials & Boards
Dive into clinical trials management and multidisciplinary tumor boards
Year +2
Year 3: Palliative & Research
Lead palliative care cases and drive independent research projects
Campus & Living
Hostel accommodation is available on campus, which is a big win if you’re moving to Ahmadabad. Scholarships are not currently offered for this program, but with a total fee of just ₹3 lakhs, it remains one of the most affordable MD Oncology routes in India.
The verdict
Strong fit
If oncology is your calling, GCRI is a no-brainer. You get NIRF #45 credibility, a 95% placement rate, and recruiter access to Tata Memorial, Apollo, and Fortis — all for a total fee of just ₹3 lakhs. The 6-seat intake means intense, hands-on mentorship, and the dedicated cancer-hospital setting beats general medical college exposure. It’s a 3-year grind, but the ROI and specialization depth are hard to match.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Ultra-affordable fee under ₹5L total
- ✓ High placement rate with premium hospital networks
- ✓ Dedicated cancer institute environment (not a general med college)
- ✓ On-campus hostel available
Doesn't match
- ✗ Need scholarship or financial aid
- ✗ Want a large peer group or generalist PG flexibility
- ✗ Still exploring between multiple medical specialties