Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Joka

West Bengal - Kolkata,
Government

General Information

The Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Medical College & Hospital, located in Joka, Kolkata, is a Government Medical College established under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Govt. of India. Established in 2013, it offers highly subsidized medical education and services, primarily to the Wards of Insured Persons (IPs).

ParameterDetail
Official NameESIC Medical College & Hospital, Joka, Kolkata
Establishment Year2013
Institute TypeGovernment (Central Government - ESI Corporation)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationWest Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS), Kolkata
LocationJoka, Kolkata, West Bengal
Annual MBBS Intake125 seats
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD/MS (Multiple specialties).
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank via MCC (All India Quota), State Counseling (WBMCC), and the IP Quota (ESIC).

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Status: The college operates from a newly constructed, integrated campus.

  • Academic Facilities: Features modern, Air-Conditioned Lecture Halls, extensive 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.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The ESIC Model Hospital, Joka, is the integrated teaching hospital.

  • Bed Capacity: A large government hospital with 500+ teaching beds (reported capacity).

  • Clinical Focus: Provides high-quality, subsidized tertiary care services, primarily to ESI beneficiaries and the general public of the Kolkata Metropolitan Area.

  • Services: Equipped with essential services, including Critical Care Units (ICU), Operation Theatres, and comprehensive diagnostic facilities.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Admission QuotaAnnual Tuition Fee (Approx. INR)Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition)
    Ward of Insured Persons (IP) Quota₹24,000/-Approx. ₹1,08,000/-
    All India/State Quota (Non-IP)₹1,00,000/-Approx. ₹4,50,000/-
    Caution Deposit₹5,000/-One-Time (Refundable)
    Total Annual Fee (AIQ/SQ, excl. Mess)Approx. ₹1,15,000/-Extremely Subsidized Fees.

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    Hostel & Mess

  • Hostel: Separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus. Hostel stay is generally provided for all students.

  • Accommodation: Rooms are furnished, typically shared.

  • Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): Highly subsidized.

    • Annual Fee (Rent): Nominal (very low rent).

    • Mess Charges: Run on a dividing system (monthly basis based on actual cost), which is highly affordable.

    • Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: NO. ESIC Joka does not have an NRI quota. Admission is strictly based on merit through the AIQ, State, and IP Quotas.

  • Service Bond: After completing the MBBS course, the candidate is required to serve one year as a Junior Resident under the ESIC-JR Scheme anywhere in India.

  • Penalty for Non-Compliance: If the candidate opts out of the ESIC-JR Scheme, they must pay a bond breakage penalty of ₹5,00,000/- (Five Lakhs).

  • Stipend: MBBS interns receive a competitive monthly stipend (reported around ₹28,000 per month). PG residents receive a substantial stipend.

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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.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    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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