Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), Dehradun, began in 1995 and was Uttarakhand's first private medical college. It is an academic unit of Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), which has deemed-to-be university status. The National Medical Commission (NMC) recognises HIMS.

SRHU was placed in the 151-200 band under the Overall category of NIRF 2025. HIMS is based at Jolly Grant, 20 km from central Dehradun, on a large campus beside the Rishikesh-Haridwar road. Its attached Himalayan Hospital serves Uttarakhand as a major trauma and referral centre.

The institute provides medical, allied health, physiotherapy and management education. Its programmes include:

  • MBBS: The flagship 5.5-year course has 150 seats.
  • MD / MS: Clinical options include General Medicine, Paediatrics, Radiodiagnosis, Dermatology, Psychiatry, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, ENT and Ophthalmology. Para-clinical options cover Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Microbiology and Community Medicine.
  • DM / M.Ch: Super-speciality choices include Neurology, Neonatology, Paediatric Cardiology, Critical Care Medicine, Neuro Surgery, Surgical Oncology and Urology.
  • BPT and MPT: Physiotherapy is available at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Allied Health Sciences: Courses include BASLP, B.Optom and B.Sc programmes in MLT, Radiography, Operation Theatre Technology and Radiotherapy.
  • M.Sc programmes: Subjects include Medical Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Physics, Clinical Research and Epidemiology.
  • MHA and MSW: These postgraduate courses focus on hospital administration and social work.
Admission Update: Admissions for the HIMS Dehradun 2026-27 session are underway. Institutional counselling for management quota seats is ongoing, while MCC postgraduate counselling is scheduled from September to November 2026. Applicants should follow the official HIMS, MCC and DGME Uttarakhand portals for allotment updates.

HIMS Dehradun Admission Dates 2026-27

Admission routes at HIMS vary by programme and seat category. MCC conducts online counselling for All-India Quota seats, while DGME Uttarakhand handles the state quota. HIMS conducts institutional rounds for management and NRI quota seats.

EventDate
HIMS Institutional Counselling for Management QuotaOngoing, contact the HIMS admissions office
MCC PG CounsellingSeptember to November 2026

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The entrance test and quota requirements for each programme are listed below.

ProgrammeEntrance ExamQuota
MBBSNEET UG15% AIQ through MCC, State Quota through DGME Uttarakhand, Management Quota
BPTNEET UGState Quota and Institutional
Allied Health B.Sc / BASLP / B.OptomNEET UG or MeritInstitutional
MD / MSNEET PG50% AIQ through MCC, State through DGME, Management
DM / M.ChNEET SS / NEET PGAIQ and Institutional
MPTNEET PG or MeritInstitutional
MHA / MSW / M.ScMerit / CUET PGInstitutional

HIMS Dehradun Courses and Fees

More than 60 programmes are offered across medicine, allied health, physiotherapy, super-speciality studies and management. The total charge depends on the course level and discipline.

CourseDurationEligibilityTotal Fees
MBBS5.5 years10+2 PCB with 50%, qualifying NEET UG scoreINR 93.12 Lakhs
BPT (Physiotherapy)4.5 years10+2 PCB/PCM, NEET UGINR 3.38 Lakhs
BASLP / B.Optom / B.Sc Allied Health3 to 4 years10+2 PCB, MeritINR 2.00 Lakhs
B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology3 years10+2 PCB, MeritINR 3.49 Lakhs
MD in Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Microbiology or Community Medicine3 yearsMBBS, NEET PGINR 20.98 to 23.98 Lakhs
MD in General Medicine, Paediatrics, Radiodiagnosis, Dermatology, Psychiatry or Respiratory Medicine3 yearsMBBS, NEET PGINR 54.00 to 1,01.98 Lakhs
MS in General Surgery, Orthopaedics, OBG or ENT3 yearsMBBS, NEET PGINR 62.98 to 1,01.98 Lakhs
MS Ophthalmology3 yearsMBBS, NEET PGINR 1,74.56 Lakhs
DM in Neurology, Neonatology, Critical Care or Paediatric Cardiology3 yearsMD / MS, NEET SSINR 37.12 to 46.16 Lakhs
M.Ch in Neuro Surgery, Urology or Surgical Oncology3 yearsMS, NEET SSINR 40.12 to 42.12 Lakhs
MPT in Musculoskeletal / Neurology2 yearsBPT, MeritINR 2.99 Lakhs
M.Sc Medical Sciences2 yearsB.Sc / MBBS, MeritINR 2.29 to 3.42 Lakhs
MHA2 yearsAny graduation, Merit / CUET PGINR 3.39 Lakhs
MSW2 yearsAny graduation, MeritINR 0.61 Lakhs

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Charges for clinical MD and MS courses differ by speciality. Radiodiagnosis costs INR 1.02 Crores, MS OBG costs INR 1.02 Crores, and MS Ophthalmology costs INR 1.75 Crores. These amounts are higher than the INR 20.98 to 23.98 Lakhs charged for para-clinical subjects such as Anatomy, Physiology and Community Medicine.

HIMS Dehradun Admission Process

HIMS selects students through national entrance tests, merit and counselling, depending on the programme. Applicants must qualify for the relevant course, register with the correct counselling body, submit choices, receive a seat allotment and complete document verification before joining.

MBBS Admission

Selection for the 150-seat MBBS course depends on the NEET UG score. Seats are divided among the All-India Quota, Uttarakhand state merit quota and management quota.

  • Students need 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology and at least 50% in aggregate. The minimum is 40% for SC, ST and OBC applicants.
  • An applicant must be at least 17 years old by December 31 of the admission year.
  • Every quota category requires a valid qualifying NEET UG score.

MCC counselling fills the 15% AIQ seats, and DGME Uttarakhand counselling covers the state quota. HIMS directly conducts institutional rounds for management and NRI quota seats.

  1. Appear for NEET UG and obtain a qualifying score.
  2. Register with MCC for AIQ seats, DGME Uttarakhand for state seats, or HIMS for the relevant institutional quota.
  3. Complete choice filling and take part in the applicable counselling round.
  4. Accept the allotted seat and report for document verification.
  5. Pay the required fee and complete admission formalities.

MD and MS Admission

The NEET PG score determines admission to MD and MS courses. MCC manages AIQ seats, while DGME Uttarakhand PG rounds and institutional counselling fill state and management quota seats.

  • Applicants must have an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution and finish the one-year internship before joining.
  • The selection sequence covers NEET PG ranking, AIQ or state registration, choice filling, allotment, document checks and joining.

DM, M.Ch and Allied Health Admission

Admission to DM and M.Ch super-speciality courses is through NEET SS. BPT, BASLP, B.Optom and allied health B.Sc courses use merit or NEET UG through HIMS institutional counselling. MHA, MSW and M.Sc selection is based on merit or the CUET PG score.

HIMS Dehradun Cutoff

The required NEET rank changes with the counselling round, quota and applicant category. For the General Category under the Uttarakhand state quota, the recorded MBBS closing rank in Round 4 of 2025 was 152,803.

CourseCategory and QuotaRoundClosing Rank
MBBSGeneral Category, Uttarakhand State QuotaRound 4, 2025152,803

HIMS Dehradun Placements and Career Outcomes

Formal campus recruitment is not conducted for MBBS or clinical postgraduate students. After completing the compulsory rotating internship at Himalayan Hospital, most MBBS graduates continue through the NEET PG route.

Students from allied health, physiotherapy, MHA and M.Sc programmes can use HIMS connections with Himalayan Hospital and partner healthcare networks in Uttarakhand and Delhi NCR. MHA graduates have entered hospital operations, health administration and clinical coordination positions within private hospital groups.

Career PathwayDetails
Rotating Internship for MBBSA compulsory one-year internship at Himalayan Hospital after MBBS, with a monthly stipend
NEET PG for MD/MSThe main progression route for most MBBS graduates; high-scoring alumni may also compete for HIMS postgraduate seats
Private Practice and ClinicsUttarakhand and Delhi NCR have significant demand for doctors holding MBBS and MD qualifications
Government Service with the Uttarakhand Health DepartmentGraduates of NMC-recognised MBBS colleges may apply for state Medical Officer recruitment
Allied Health / Physiotherapy EmploymentBPT, MPT and B.Sc graduates work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres and corporate wellness facilities
MHA and MSWThe college placement cell supports opportunities in healthcare administration and the NGO or social work sector

HIMS Dehradun Rankings

HIMS does not have a separate entry in the 2025 NIRF Medical ranking. Its parent institution, Swami Rama Himalayan University, appears in the 151-200 band of the NIRF 2025 Overall category.

Ranking BodyCategory2025 Rank
NIRFOverall, SRHU University151-200 band

HIMS Dehradun Campus and Infrastructure

HIMS occupies a large green campus at Jolly Grant, 20 km from central Dehradun and close to Jolly Grant Airport. Its position beside the Himalayan foothills and near the Ganga-Yamuna riverine belt shapes the campus environment.

The multi-speciality Himalayan Hospital is attached to the institute and works as a referral and trauma centre for Uttarakhand. Its emergency, surgery, obstetrics, paediatrics and critical care departments give MBBS and postgraduate students bedside experience in major specialities from the early stages of study. Advanced facilities for imaging, oncology, neurosciences and cardiac care also support DM and M.Ch training.

Facilities include separate hostels for men and women, a central library, simulation laboratories, skill labs, anatomy dissection halls, sports areas and recreational spaces.

HIMS Dehradun vs SGRRIMSA vs Subharti Medical College

HIMS, Shri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research in Dehradun, and Subharti Medical College in Meerut are private medical colleges commonly considered by students looking at Uttarakhand and the Delhi NCR region. Each has 150 MBBS seats, uses NEET UG for admission and offers state and management quota routes.

ParameterHIMS, DehradunSGRRIMSA, DehradunSubharti Medical College, Meerut
Parent UniversitySwami Rama Himalayan University, DeemedShri Guru Ram Rai University, DeemedSwami Vivekanand Subharti University, Deemed
Established199519912008
MBBS Seats150150150
LocationJolly Grant, Dehradun, UttarakhandPatel Nagar, Dehradun, UttarakhandMeerut, Uttar Pradesh
MBBS Total FeeINR 93.12 LakhsComparable private deemed fee structureComparable private deemed fee structure
HospitalHimalayan Hospital, trauma and referral centreShri Mahant Indiresh HospitalSubharti Medical and Dental Hospital
NIRF 2025 Overall151-200 band for SRHUNot ranked in the top 200Not ranked in the top 200

Among these colleges, HIMS has NIRF recognition through SRHU and the trauma services of Himalayan Hospital. SGRRIMSA has the earliest establishment year and operates with Shri Mahant Indiresh Hospital in Patel Nagar. Subharti's Meerut location offers access for students from western Uttar Pradesh and Delhi NCR. Since all three provide 150 MBBS seats and have comparable fee bands, students generally distinguish them by NEET rank and preferred location.

HIMS Dehradun FAQs

Ques. At what rank did HIMS Dehradun close MBBS admission under the Uttarakhand state quota?

Ans. In Round 4 of 2025, the General Category closing rank for MBBS under the Uttarakhand state quota was 152,803. The cutoff is different for AIQ, state and management seats. Management seats usually close at higher NEET ranks and carry higher fees.

Ques. How much does the complete HIMS Dehradun MBBS programme cost?

Ans. The general quota fee for the full 5.5-year MBBS course is INR 93.12 Lakhs. HIMS charges separate and usually higher rates for management and NRI seats. Payments are made year by year according to the SRHU fee structure.

Ques. Does the National Medical Commission recognise HIMS Dehradun?

Ans. Yes. HIMS and its MBBS programme are recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduates may sit for NEET PG and licensing examinations and apply for government service recruitment.

Ques. What factors should students consider when evaluating HIMS Dehradun?

Ans. HIMS was established in 1995 as Uttarakhand's first private medical college. SRHU, its parent university, was placed in the 151-200 band in the NIRF 2025 Overall category. Students receive clinical exposure at the attached Himalayan Hospital, which has referral and trauma services. The college is an option for applicants seeking established hospital infrastructure in Dehradun with NEET ranks from 1,00,000 to 2,00,000.

Ques. Can male and female students stay in hostels at HIMS Dehradun?

Ans. Yes. Separate accommodation for male and female students is available on the Jolly Grant campus. Since the institute is 20 km from Dehradun city, staying on campus is practical for many students.

Ques. Which programmes can students pursue at HIMS besides MBBS?

Ans. HIMS has more than 60 undergraduate, postgraduate and super-speciality courses. Its options include MD and MS in over 20 disciplines; DM and M.Ch programmes in Neurology, Neonatology, Paediatric Cardiology, Neuro Surgery, Urology and Surgical Oncology; BPT; MPT; BASLP; B.Optom; allied health B.Sc courses; MHA; MSW; and several M.Sc Medical Sciences programmes.

Ques. How are candidates selected for an MD course at HIMS Dehradun?

Ans. MD selection depends on the NEET PG score. MCC PG counselling fills AIQ seats, DGME Uttarakhand PG rounds cover state quota seats, and institutional counselling is used for management quota admission. Applicants need an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution and must complete a one-year rotating internship.