VMMC MD DVL FAQs
Ques. How many seats are available for MD DVL at VMMC?
Ans. VMMC offers 5 seats for MD Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology each year. All seats are filled through NEET-PG merit and MCC All India PG Medical Counselling. DVL is one of the most competitive specialties in NEET-PG counselling nationally due to strong demand and limited seat availability across all government institutes.
Ques. What is the total fee for MD DVL at VMMC?
Ans. The total course fee for 3 years of MD DVL at VMMC is INR 1,15,000. This is paid as INR 54,500 in year 1, INR 44,500 in year 2, and INR 16,000 in year 3. Optional hostel is available for INR 6,000 per year and mess charges are billed separately based on actual usage.
Ques. What clinical exposure does MD DVL training at Safdarjung Hospital provide?
Ans. The Dermatology and STD department at Safdarjung Hospital serves a high-volume outpatient base from across Delhi and neighbouring states. MD DVL residents gain training in general dermatology, contact and allergic skin diseases, sexually transmitted infections, venereology, leprosy management, and procedural dermatology over the 3-year residency. The large and diverse case load is a key strength of training at this government centre.
Ques. How competitive is MD DVL admission at VMMC through NEET-PG?
Ans. MD DVL at VMMC is among the most competitive postgraduate seats in NEET-PG counselling. With only 5 seats, candidates typically need a very high NEET-PG percentile rank to secure allotment. General category candidates must first clear the minimum 50th percentile. Actual closing ranks are significantly higher and are published on the MCC portal at mcc.nic.in after each counselling round.
Ques. What career options are available after MD DVL from VMMC?
Ans. MD DVL graduates from VMMC can pursue careers in government hospital dermatology departments, private clinical practice, and academic teaching positions. The NMC-recognized degree also qualifies graduates to apply for fellowship programs in aesthetic dermatology, trichology, and venereology. Government service roles including central health services dermatology posts and leprosy control program positions are also open to VMMC MD DVL graduates.
Ques. Can MBBS graduates from private colleges apply for MD DVL at VMMC?
Ans. Yes, MBBS graduates from any NMC-recognized medical college, whether government or private, are eligible to apply for MD DVL at VMMC via MCC All India PG Medical Counselling. The only requirements are a valid NEET-PG 2026 score, internship completion by 31 March 2026, and permanent registration with NMC or any State Medical Council.


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