GITAM Institute of Medical Sciences, Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh)
General Information
The GITAM Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (GIMSR) is a premier Private Deemed-to-be University medical college located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2015, GIMSR holds the distinction of being the first private deemed medical college in the state and is a proud unit of GITAM (Deemed to be University). It is NMC recognized and focuses on global standards of education, research, and patient care on its picturesque coastal campus.
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment | 2015 |
| Institute Type | Private Deemed-to-be University (Unit of GITAM University) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) |
| Accreditation | NAAC 'A++' Grade for GITAM University |
| Location | Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (Part of the larger, scenic GITAM campus) |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 150 seats (127 Management/Paid Seats, 23 NRI Seats) |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (14+ specialties), DM/M.Ch., and Allied Health Sciences. |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG score, exclusively through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counseling for the Deemed University quota seats. |
Campus Facilities
Campus Size: The medical college is situated on approximately 24 acres within the vast, 240+ acre GITAM University campus, offering a multidisciplinary environment near the Bay of Bengal.
Academic Facilities: Features modern, Air-Conditioned Lecture Halls, advanced laboratories, demonstration rooms, and specialized facilities like a 3D Anatomy Lab and Medical Simulation Centers.
Central Library: A large Knowledge Resource Centre (Central Library) with dedicated reading lounges, 50+ digital computer terminals, and access to global online medical databases (e.g., PubMed, ClinicalKey). The campus is Wi-Fi enabled.
Amenities: Provides separate AC Hostels for Boys (Aditya Sadan) and Girls (Avantika Sadan), an indoor sports complex, gymnasium, and multiple hygienically managed food courts/messes.
Hospital & Medical Facilities
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The GITAM Hospital is integral to the campus.
Bed Capacity: A multi-specialty, tertiary care hospital with 750+ beds (including 100 ICU beds), ensuring high-level critical care training.
Advanced Technology: The hospital is NABH and NABL accredited and features sophisticated diagnostic and interventional services:
Imaging: 1.5 Tesla MRI, 128 Slice CT Scan, and comprehensive Radiology services.
Surgical: 11 Modular Operation Theatres.
Super Specialties: Dedicated departments/services in Cardiology (with a Cath Lab), Nephrology, Urology, Neurosurgery, and Paediatric Surgery.
Patient Services: Provides 24/7 Emergency and Trauma Services, Blood Bank, and actively participates in government schemes like Dr. NTR Vaidya Seva.
Fee Structure
State University Affordability
| Mandatory Charges (Approx. Annual) | Amount (INR) | Note |
| Hostel & Mess (AC Twin Sharing) | ₹2,97,648/- | Annual Package (Includes Rent, Mess, and Power Charges) |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | ₹2,00,000/- (General) | One-Time (Refundable after course completion) |
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | Management Quota (INR) | NRI Quota (USD) |
| Annual Tuition Fee | ₹25,37,000/- | $ 45,000 |
| Total Course Tuition | Approx. ₹1.14 Crore (for 4.5 years tuition) | Approx. $ 2,02,500 (for 4.5 years tuition) |
City Details
Hostel & Mess
Hostel: Separate, highly-rated Hostel accommodations for Boys and Girls are mandatory for first-year students (subject to exceptions).
Accommodation: Predominantly offers Twin Sharing AC rooms in well-furnished blocks.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): The residential fee is bundled and includes all major costs.
Annual Package (AC Twin Sharing): Approx. ₹2,97,648/- (Includes Room Rent, Mess charges, and Power charges).
Mess: Hygienic mess facilities are available, often providing separate dietary options (Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian, diabetic, Jain diets).
Miscellaneous
NRI Seat Quota: Yes, GIMSR offers a dedicated NRI Quota (approx. 23 seats). The fees are payable in US Dollars, and admission is through MCC counseling.
Admissions: All admissions are strictly via NEET-UG rank through MCC counseling (Deemed University quota).
Withdrawal Policy: Withdrawal after the counseling period results in No Refund of the fee paid, though a processing fee is deducted if the seat is surrendered early.
Stipend (PG): MD/MS residents receive a monthly stipend (starting around ₹44,075 per month in the first year).
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Facilities & Campus Life
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
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