1. Overview of SMBT Medical College Admission 2026
SMBT Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, located at Dhamangaon, Nandi Hills, Igatpuri Taluka, Nashik district, Maharashtra, is a private medical institution established in 2014 under the Sevabhavi Trust [citation:12]. Affiliated with the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), the college operates a multi-specialty teaching hospital with 810 beds [citation:12].
The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across medicine and allied health sciences. With the recent grant of deemed-to-be university status under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, the college's admission architecture has undergone a significant transformation [citation:11]. Admissions are now split into two distinct pathways: undergraduate programs (MBBS, BDS, Nursing) continue through the Maharashtra State CET Cell, while postgraduate medical programs (MD/MS) move to the central Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) [citation:1][citation:4].
This page presents the complete admission guide for both UG and PG programs at SMBT, including eligibility, counselling process, fees, document checklist, and expert guidance for 2026 aspirants.
2. Deemed University Status: What It Means for Admission Routes
The grant of deemed university status to SMBT has created a two-track admission system for the 2026-27 academic year. The following table summarizes which courses fall under which admission authority [citation:1][citation:4]:
| Program Group | Admission Authority | Entrance Exam | University Affiliation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MD / MS (Medical PG) | MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) | NEET PG | Deemed University |
| DM / M.Ch | MCC | NEET SS | Deemed University |
| MBBS | Maharashtra State CET Cell | NEET UG | MUHS (current batch) |
| BDS / MDS | Maharashtra State CET Cell | NEET UG / NEET MDS | MUHS |
| B.Sc / M.Sc Nursing | Maharashtra State CET Cell | MHT CET / NEET | MUHS |
| B.Pharm / M.Pharm | Deemed University | MHT CET / NEET | Deemed University |
*Admission routes as per the SMBT circular on deemed university status [citation:1][citation:4][citation:11]. The transition is being implemented in phases. Candidates must verify the admission authority for their specific program before applying.
Confused About Which Counselling Route to Follow?
With SMBT now under deemed university status, the admission pathway differs by program. Get personalized guidance on whether to register for state CET or MCC based on your course.
Get Admission Route Guidance3. MBBS Admission Process 2026 (State CET Route)
MBBS admission at SMBT Medical College continues through the Maharashtra State CET Cell for the 2026-27 academic year [citation:1][citation:4]. The college has an annual intake of 150 MBBS seats [citation:6][citation:12].
MBBS Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English [citation:6].
- Minimum Marks: General Category — 50% aggregate in PCB; Reserved Category — 40% aggregate in PCB; PwD (General) — 45% aggregate [citation:7].
- Age: Must be 17 years or older as of December 31 of the admission year [citation:6].
- Entrance Exam: Must qualify NEET UG 2026 [citation:6].
MBBS Counselling Process
| Quota | Seat Share | Counselling Authority | Registration Portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Quota (Maharashtra) | 85% | Maharashtra State CET Cell | cetcell.mahacet.org |
| All India Quota (AIQ) | 15% | MCC | mcc.nic.in |
| Management / NRI Quota | As applicable | Maharashtra State CET Cell | cetcell.mahacet.org |
*MBBS counselling continues through the state CET Cell for the current admission cycle [citation:1][citation:4]. The 85% state quota is filled via the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) [citation:6].
4. MD/MS Admission Process 2026 (MCC Route)
Following the grant of deemed university status, MD/MS admissions at SMBT will be conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) from the 2026-27 academic year [citation:1][citation:11]. The college offers 43 MD/MS seats across 10 clinical specialities.
MD/MS Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized institution [citation:16].
- Internship: Must have completed or be scheduled to complete the mandatory 12-month rotatory internship by the NMC cutoff.
- Entrance Exam: Must qualify NEET PG 2026 with the required percentile (50th for General/EWS, 40th for SC/ST/OBC).
- Medical Registration: Must hold permanent or provisional registration from NMC / State Medical Council.
MD/MS Seat Matrix 2026
| PG Course | Annual Intake | Branch Type |
|---|---|---|
| MD General Medicine | 10 | Clinical |
| MD Anaesthesiology | 8 | Clinical |
| MS General Surgery | 5 | Clinical |
| MD Paediatrics | 4 | Clinical |
| MS Orthopaedics | 4 | Clinical |
| MD Radio-Diagnosis | 3 | Clinical |
| MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 3 | Clinical |
| MD Dermatology | 2 | Clinical |
| MS Ophthalmology | 2 | Clinical |
| MS ENT | 2 | Clinical |
| Total | 43 | 10 Specialities |