The Coochbehar Government Medical College & Hospital (CBGMCH) is a newly established Government Medical College located in Cooch Behar, West Bengal. Established in 2019 (classes commenced), CBGMCH is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS).
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment Year | 2019 (Classes commenced) |
| Institute Type | Government (Under Government of West Bengal) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved |
| Affiliation | West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS), Kolkata |
| Location | Cooch Behar, West Bengal |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 100 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS (UG), with PG (MD/MS) programs planned for the future. |
| 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, utilizing the upgraded infrastructure of the District Hospital and newly constructed academic blocks built according to NMC standards.
Academic Facilities: Features modern, 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 Cooch Behar District Hospital is the integrated teaching hospital.
Bed Capacity: A large government hospital with 500+ teaching beds (reported capacity, meeting the initial NMC requirement).
Clinical Focus: Provides essential tertiary care services to the Cooch Behar district and the surrounding region, ensuring a high patient load and excellent exposure to diverse clinical cases in the region.
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. CBGMCH 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).
Service Bond: A service bond may be applicable for MBBS admission (typically 1 year of service in the state).
NEET Cutoff: The closing rank for the General All India Quota is competitive, typically closing around 10,000-15,000 All India Rank.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus