The Bankura Sammilani Medical College (BSMC), located in Bankura, is a major Government Medical College in West Bengal. Established in 1956, BSMC is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS). It serves as a principal healthcare and educational hub for the Bankura district and the surrounding western districts of the state.
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment Year | 1956 (Nationalised in 1961) |
| Institute Type | Government (Under Government of West Bengal) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved |
| Affiliation | West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS), Kolkata |
| Location | Bankura, West Bengal |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 200 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (Multiple clinical and non-clinical specialties). |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG rank via MCC (All India Quota) and WBMCC (State Quota) counselling. |
Campus Status: The college operates from an integrated campus that houses the academic block, hospital, and hostels.
Academic Facilities: Features spacious Lecture Halls, well-equipped departmental Laboratories, and a substantial Central Library.
Amenities: The campus provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, sports facilities, and general amenities required for student life.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The college is attached to the integrated Bankura Sammilani Medical College Hospital.
Bed Capacity: A large government hospital complex with 1000+ teaching beds (reported capacity).
Clinical Focus: As a major tertiary referral center for the western districts of West Bengal, the hospital attracts a high and diverse patient load, providing excellent clinical exposure.
Services: Equipped with essential services, including Critical Care Units (ICU), Operation Theatres, and comprehensive diagnostic facilities.
State University Affordability
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | Amount (INR) | Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (Nominal) | ₹9,000/- | Approx. ₹40,500/- |
| Hostel Fees | Approx. ₹1,000/- | Per Annum (Highly subsidized rent) |
| Total Annual Fee (Excluding Mess) | Approx. ₹11,000/- to ₹15,000/- | Extremely Subsidized. |
Hostel: Separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus. Hostel stay is generally mandatory.
Accommodation: Rooms are furnished, typically shared.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): Highly subsidized.
Annual Fee (Rent): Nominal.
Mess Charges: Run on a highly affordable, actual-cost basis.
NRI Seat Quota: NO. BSMC does not have an NRI quota. Admission is strictly based on merit through AIQ and State Quota.
Stipend: MBBS interns receive a competitive monthly stipend (reported around ₹28,000 per month). PG residents receive a substantial stipend.
NEET Cutoff: The closing rank for the General All India Quota is highly competitive, typically closing within the top 8,000 - 15,000 All India Rank.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
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