Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences, Jammu (Jammu Kashmir)

Jammu and Kashmir - Jammu, India
Government MBBS Seats: 100

General Information

Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences (ASCOMS), Jammu: J&K's Private Medical Pioneer

The Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences (ASCOMS) is a respected, long-established Private Medical College located in Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir (J&K). Founded in 1995 by the Shri Chander Chinar Bada Akhara Udasin Society, ASCOMS is one of the oldest private institutions in the region. It is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the University of Jammu.


General Information

Parameter

Detail

Establishment

1995 (Classes started in 1981 as Arya Medical School)

Institute Type

Private (Trust-run) Hindu Minority Institution

Recognition

National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved

Affiliation

University of Jammu

Location

Sidhra, Bye Pass Road, Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir

Annual MBBS Intake

100 seats

Courses Offered

MBBS, MD/MS (15+ broad specialties), and various paramedical programs.

Admission Process

Based on NEET-UG score, followed by counseling conducted by the J&K BOPEE (Board of Professional Entrance Examinations) for State Quota seats and MCC for All India Quota seats.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: Spreads over approximately 30 acres in Sidhra, near the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.

  • Academic Facilities: Includes spacious, well-equipped Lecture Halls, multiple departmental laboratories, a large Central Library with a separate reading room, and advanced teaching aids.

  • Amenities: Provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, a mess, sports complex, and is Wi-Fi enabled.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The Acharya Shri Chander Hospital is attached to the medical college.

  • Bed Capacity: A large multi-specialty teaching hospital with 510 to 600 beds (including emergency and critical care areas).

  • Clinical Focus: Known for providing significant clinical exposure to students under experienced faculty, covering all major departments (Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, OBG, Orthopaedics, etc.).

  • Super Specialties: Provides specialized services in Cardiology, Neuro-Surgery, Neurology, and Urology.

  • Services: Offers 24/7 emergency services, specialized clinics, and provides medical fitness/examination certificates.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

The fees are determined by the J&K Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE) and are highly subsidized for certain state quotas.

Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum)

Government/State Quota (INR)

Management Quota (INR)

NRI Quota (USD)

Tuition Fee (Annual)

₹4,95,000/-

₹4,95,000/-

$ 21,522

Total Course Tuition

Approx. ₹22.28 Lakhs (for 4.5 years tuition)

Approx. ₹22.28 Lakhs

Fees payable in USD (approx. ₹18 Lakhs per annum)


First-Year Mandatory Charges (Approx. INR)

Amount (INR)

Type

Hostel Fees (Annual)

₹41,400/-

Annual (Excluding Fooding/Mess)

Security Deposit (Refundable)

₹50,000/-

One-Time (Mandatory for Counselling/Admission)


  • Note: Tuition fee for both Government and Management quotas for J&K residents is often set at the same subsidized rate by the local body, though the admission merit varies significantly.

Hostel & Mess

  • Hostel: Separate, secure Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus.

    • Rooms: Furnished rooms, often twin or triplet sharing, with provisions for AC (though rooms themselves may not be AC).

  • Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These charges are standard for residents.

    • Annual Fee (Hostel Rent Only): Approx. ₹41,400/- per year.

    • Mess Charges: Paid separately (or part of the total hostel charges).

Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: Yes, ASCOMS reserves a quota for NRI/OCI/PIO candidates (approx. 15% of total seats).

    • NRI Fees (Annual Tuition): Approx. $ 21,522 USD per year, payable in foreign currency.

  • Bank Guarantee: A Bank Guarantee equivalent to the tuition fee for the remaining 4 years of study is mandatory to be pledged to the college/hospital at the time of admission.

  • Minority Status: The institution holds Hindu Minority status, providing a quota preference to eligible candidates from that community.

  • Admissions: State Quota seats are filled by JK BOPEE, and All India/NRI seats by the MCC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

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Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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