NAMO Medical Education & Research Institute

Established in 2019, the NAMO Medical Education & Research Institute (NAMO MERI) is the first medical college in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Located in Silvassa, it has quickly become a pivotal institution for medical education in Western India. For the 2026 academic year, the institute continues to offer high-quality medical training under the guidance of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

The institute serves as a crucial healthcare provider for the tribal and industrial population of Silvassa and neighboring regions like Vapi and Valsad in Gujarat.

The flagship program at NAMO Medical Education & Research Institute is the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). This five-and-a-half-year course includes a mandatory one-year rotating internship. The curriculum is designed as per the latest NMC guidelines, emphasizing competency-based medical education.

• MBBS: 4.5 Years + 1 Year Internship
• Focus Areas: Community Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

The program is popular among students from the UT and neighboring states due to its low fee structure and the massive patient inflow at the attached civil hospital, providing excellent clinical exposure.

Admission to NAMO MERI for the 2026 session is strictly based on the NEET-UG 2026 entrance examination. The selection process is divided into two main categories: All India Quota (15%) and State/UT Quota (85%).

• NEET UG 2026 Notification: February 2026
• NEET UG 2026 Exam Date: May 2026
• Result Declaration: June 2026
• Counselling Start: July 2026

Candidates must participate in the MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) for AIQ seats and the UT Administration's health department counseling for local seats. Eligibility requires a minimum of 50% in PCB for General category students in Class 12.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The 2026 cutoffs are expected to remain competitive, especially for the All India Quota. Based on previous trends, the estimated NEET scores required for admission are:

Note: These are projected figures and actual cutoffs vary based on the difficulty of the NEET 2026 paper and the number of applicants.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

In the medical field, 'placements' primarily refer to the mandatory internship and subsequent career paths. For the 2025 batch, students completed their internships at the Shri Vinoba Bhave Civil Hospital.

• Internship Stipend: Approximately ₹18,000 to ₹23,000 per month (as per UT norms).
• PG Success: A significant number of students from the early batches have successfully cleared NEET-PG, securing seats in MD/MS programs across India.
• Employment: Graduates are highly sought after for Medical Officer (MO) roles in the primary health centers (PHCs) of the UT and nearby industrial zones like Vapi.

NAMO MERI facilitates various financial aid options for students, particularly those from marginalized communities and local residents of the UT.

• UT Administration Scholarship: Financial assistance for students belonging to SC/ST/OBC categories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
• Post-Matric Scholarship: Available through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) for minority and economically weaker sections.
• Merit-Based Incentives: Special rewards for top performers in university examinations.

Students are advised to apply through the official UT portal at the start of the academic session in 2026.

While MBBS is the primary course offered, the institute and its associated hospital also focus on allied health and nursing education through sister concerns. The popularity of the MBBS program stems from:

• Comprehensive clinical training in the 650+ bedded attached hospital.
• State-of-the-art Skill Labs.
• Anatomy and Physiology labs equipped with modern cadaveric and digital tools.

The fee structure at NAMO MERI is highly subsidized by the government, making it accessible to meritorious students. Estimated fees for 2026 are:

Note: A security deposit (refundable) is usually collected at the time of admission. Fees are subject to revision by the UT Administration.

The 2026 application process is entirely online. Follow these steps:

1. NEET Registration: Register on the NTA website for NEET-UG 2026.
2. Qualify NEET: Achieve the minimum qualifying percentile.
3. Counseling Registration: For AIQ, register on mcc.nic.in. For local UT quota, register on the official health department portal of DNH & DD.
4. Document Verification: Physical or online verification of certificates (10th, 12th, NEET Rank Card, Domicile, Category certificate).
5. Seat Allotment: Based on rank and preference, seats are allotted in multiple rounds.

The infrastructure at NAMO MERI is designed to meet international standards. Key facilities include:

• Lecture Theatres: Air-conditioned, gallery-style halls with audio-visual aids.
• Library: A massive central library with a vast collection of medical journals, textbooks, and an e-library section.
• Hostels: Separate, secure hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities and recreational areas.
• Hospital: Shri Vinoba Bhave Civil Hospital serves as the teaching hospital, featuring advanced ICUs, NICUs, and modular operation theatres.

The institute houses 21+ departments, covering all aspects of medical science:

• Pre-Clinical: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry.
• Para-Clinical: Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine.
• Clinical: General Medicine, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, OBG, and Anaesthesia.