The institution you are referring to is the Government Medical College (GMC), Palakkad, sometimes referenced as the Institute of Integrated Medical Sciences (IIMS) due to its location. It is a major Government Medical College located in Palakkad, Kerala. Established in 2014, it is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur.
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment Year | 2014 (Classes commenced) |
| Institute Type | Government (Under Government of Kerala) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved |
| Affiliation | Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur |
| Location | Yakkara, Palakkad, Kerala |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 110 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (Postgraduate programs are being established). |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG rank via MCC (All India Quota) and CEE (State Quota) counselling. |
Campus Size: Sprawls over a 50-acre campus in Yakkara. The campus is integrated with the teaching hospital.
Academic Facilities: Features modern Lecture Halls with A/V aids, well-equipped departmental Laboratories, and a substantial Central Library with reading rooms.
Amenities: The campus provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, sports facilities, and general amenities required for student life.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The Government Medical College Hospital, Palakkad, is the integrated teaching hospital.
Bed Capacity: A large government hospital with 500+ teaching beds (reported capacity).
Clinical Focus: The hospital is crucial for providing tertiary care services to the Palakkad district, which borders Tamil Nadu. It attracts a diverse patient population, providing strong clinical exposure in primary and secondary care.
Services: Equipped with essential services, including Critical Care Units (ICU), Operation Theatres, and comprehensive diagnostic facilities.
State University Affordability
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | Amount (INR) | Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (Govt. Quota) | ₹25,000/- | Approx. ₹1,12,500/- |
| Special Fees | ₹10,500/- | Per Annum (Non-Refundable) |
| Refundable Deposits | ₹10,000/- | One-Time |
| Total Annual Fee (Excluding Hostel/Mess) | Approx. ₹45,500/- | Extremely Subsidized. |
Hostel: Separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus.
Accommodation: Rooms are furnished, typically shared.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): Highly subsidized.
Annual Fee (Rent): Nominal (often included in the total annual fee).
Mess Charges: Run on a dividing system (monthly basis based on actual cost), which is highly affordable.
NRI Seat Quota: NO. Being a Government medical college, GMC Palakkad does not have an NRI quota. Admission is strictly based on merit through AIQ and State Quota.
Stipend: MBBS interns receive a competitive monthly stipend (reported around ₹25,000 per month).
Service Bond: A service bond may be applicable as per Kerala state government norms for subsidized seats.
NEET Cutoff: The closing rank for the General All India Quota is highly competitive, often closing within the 10,000-15,000 All India Rank.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus