GITAM Institute of Medical Sciences, Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh)

Andhra Pradesh - Visakhapatnam, Established 01-January-2015
Private

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.

ParameterDetail
Establishment2015
Institute TypePrivate Deemed-to-be University (Unit of GITAM University)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC)
AccreditationNAAC 'A++' Grade for GITAM University
LocationRushikonda, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (Part of the larger, scenic GITAM campus)
Annual MBBS Intake150 seats (127 Management/Paid Seats, 23 NRI Seats)
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD/MS (14+ specialties), DM/M.Ch., and Allied Health Sciences.
Admission ProcessBased 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 TuitionApprox. ₹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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    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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