Dr. Kiran C. Patel Medical College and Research Institute (KCPMCR) is a private medical college located in Bharuch, Gujarat. It was established in 2021 by the Sardar Patel Education Trust, with significant philanthropic contributions from US-based cardiologist Dr. Kiran C. Patel.
The college is academically affiliated with Gujarat University (GU), Ahmedabad, which is the state's main public university. KCPMCR is known for its high-quality, modern infrastructure and its commitment to improving healthcare in the South Gujarat region.
Type: Private Medical College
Affiliation: Gujarat University (GU), Ahmedabad
Recognition: Fully recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)
Established: 2021
Permitted u/s 10(A) for 2020-21, Permitted for Renewal of 150 seats for the academic year 2022-23,Permitted for increase of seats from 150 to 200 under EWS quota under (103rd constitution amendment) for 2022-23. Permitted (3rd renewal) and 4th batch for the Academic Year 2023 - 2024. Annual renewal permission granted for 200 MBBS seats for AY 2024-25.
The college is situated on a large, self-contained campus designed specifically for medical education and healthcare.
Location: The campus is located at At & Post: Lambhvel, Valia Road, Bharuch, Gujarat.
Campus Size & Vibe: The campus is spread over 25 acres and is integrated with the affiliated teaching hospital. It features brand new, modern academic blocks and excellent facilities, reflecting the substantial philanthropic investment.
Infrastructure & Facilities:
Academic Blocks: Features modern, air-conditioned lecture halls, demonstration rooms, and examination halls built to high NMC standards.
Laboratories: Equipped with new, state-of-the-art labs for all pre-clinical and para-clinical departments.
Library: A central library (2,400 sq. meters) with a comprehensive collection of medical books, journals, and a digital library section.
Residential Life: Separate hostel facilities are provided on campus for boys and girls (UGs and PGs).
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
The college is attached to its own large, newly established teaching hospital.
Flagship Hospital: The Dr. Kiran C. Patel Hospital is the constituent teaching hospital, fully integrated with the medical college.
Scale & Services: This is a major multi-specialty, tertiary care hospital serving the Bharuch region.
Capacity: A large hospital with 750 teaching beds.
Services: Provides comprehensive healthcare services across all major clinical specialties, including General Medicine, General Surgery, OBG, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Radiology, and Anaesthesiology. It features 24x7 Emergency, Trauma, and Critical Care (ICUs), modern Operation Theatres, and advanced Diagnostic facilities.
Educational Engine: The KCPMCR Hospital is the core clinical training ground for MBBS students, offering high-volume patient exposure crucial for medical training.
State University Affordability
As a private medical college in Gujarat, fees are substantial and are strictly regulated by the state's Fee Regulatory Committee (FRC) and managed through state counselling.
Disclaimer: These are indicative 2024-2025 figures based on the typical fee range set by the Gujarat FRC. Always verify the precise, current fee structure and bond requirements directly from the official ACPUGMEC prospectus or FRC website.
Accommodation: Separate hostel blocks are available for male and female students. Accommodation is generally compulsory for MBBS students.
Amenities: Hostels are new, well-maintained, and equipped with essential furnishings. AC and Non-AC room options are available.
Dining: Mess facilities are available for all hostellers.
Cost: Hostel and mess fees are an additional annual expense. Costs are expected to be in the standard Gujarat private college range, likely ₹1,00,000 to ₹1,80,000 per year (all-inclusive). Confirmed fees will be released closer to the counselling date.
Getting Admitted (MBBS): Admission is strictly and exclusively based on qualifying ranks in NEET-UG.
State Counselling is Key (Gujarat): Seat allotment for all categories (Government Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota) is handled entirely through the Gujarat State Centralized Counselling Process conducted by the Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC), Gujarat.
Always check the official ACPUGMEC (medadmbj.gujarat.gov.in) website for counselling schedules and procedures.
Career Path: As a new medical college, the career path for graduates is well-defined.
Internship: MBBS graduates complete a mandatory 1-year rotatory internship at the Dr. Kiran C. Patel Hospital, for which they receive a stipend as per college/NMC norms.
Post-Graduation: Graduates will be eligible to appear for the NEET-PG exam to pursue postgraduate specialization (MD/MS) or can become Medical Officers in government or private service.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus