Established in 2023 (with the first batch admitted in 2024), Government Medical College (GMC), Buldhana is a newly founded state-run medical institution in Maharashtra. It was established to strengthen medical education and tertiary healthcare in the Buldhana district of the Vidarbha region. The college is affiliated with the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, and is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Primary Location: District Women Hospital & TB Hospital Campus, Dhad Road, Buldhana, Maharashtra - 443001.
Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS).
Language of Instruction: English.
Accreditation:
Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Affiliated with Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik.
Admission Requirements:
Selection: Based on NEET-UG scores via centralized counseling (15% All India Quota via MCC and 85% State Quota via State CET Cell, Maharashtra).
Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English (Minimum 50% for Open/EWS, 40% for Reserved categories).
Intake: 100 seats per academic year.
As a new establishment, the campus is currently utilizing upgraded existing government medical infrastructure while a permanent, expansive campus is being developed.
Academic Block: Features pre-clinical and para-clinical departments with newly equipped laboratories for Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry.
Lecture Halls: Modern, air-conditioned lecture theatres with interactive digital boards and advanced audio-visual systems.
Library: A growing central library with a dedicated reading hall, a collection of standard medical textbooks, and access to MUHS digital resources.
Skill Lab: Equipped with clinical simulators as per NMC mandates to provide students with hands-on procedural training.
Facilities: The campus includes administrative offices, departmental museums, and a basic sports area for student recreation.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
420-Bedded Teaching Hospital: A combined capacity across the two attached government hospitals, serving as a primary and tertiary care center for the district.
Clinical Exposure: Students benefit from a high volume of patients (approx. 1,000+ daily OPD) across diverse specialties including Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, and OB-GYN.
Specialized Units: Features an ICU, Sick Newborn Care Unit (SNCU), High Dependency Unit (HDU), and a Hemodialysis unit.
Diagnostics: Equipped with modern diagnostic services including CT scan, MRI, Digital X-ray, and a centralized pathology laboratory.
State University Affordability
The fee structure follows the standard government-regulated rates for Maharashtra State Government Medical Colleges.
| Fee Category | Amount (Approx. Annual) | Notes |
| Tuition Fee (Open) | ₹1,38,300 – ₹1,52,100 | Standard fee for Open/General category. |
| Tuition Fee (EWS/OBC) | ₹69,150 – ₹76,050 | 50% concession as per state norms. |
| Tuition Fee (SC/ST/VJNT) | ₹0 | Complete tuition fee waiver for reserved categories. |
| Development Fee | ₹5,000 | Annual fee for campus and infrastructure. |
| Caution Deposit | ₹3,000 – ₹10,000 | One-time refundable security deposit. |
| Hostel Rent | ₹4,000 | Annual nominal room rent for govt hostels. |
MahaDBT Scholarships: Students belonging to SC/ST/OBC/VJNT/SBC/EWS categories are eligible for state-funded fee reimbursements and maintenance allowances.
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scheme: Provides a 50% tuition fee waiver for EWS and SEBC students with an annual family income below ₹8 Lakhs.
Internship Stipend: During the mandatory one-year internship, students receive a monthly stipend (currently approx. ₹18,000) as per Maharashtra government rules.
The Vibe: Buldhana is a quiet, developing district headquarters known for its pleasant climate and proximity to the famous Lonar Crater Lake.
Connectivity:
Road: Well-connected by Maharashtra State Transport (MSRTC) buses to Akola, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, and Jalgaon.
Rail: The nearest major railway stations are Malkapur (45 km) and Shegaon (70 km).
Air: Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar Airport (IXU) is the nearest major airport, located approx. 145 km away.
Accommodation: Separate hostels for boys and girls are available. Currently, some facilities are located in rented or nearby government buildings (within 2 km of the college) while the main hostel blocks are finalized.
Dining: Canteens and student-managed messes provide hygienic and affordable meals.
Environment: Student life is focused on academic foundation-building, with a strong mentor-mentee program and active participation in local health camps and "Family Adoption" programs.
Service Bond: Graduates are required to sign a mandatory one-year social responsibility service bond (Rural Service) in Maharashtra or pay a penalty of ₹10 Lakhs.
Current Status: Being a new college, it offers students the benefit of a high faculty-to-student focus and the use of completely new laboratory equipment.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus