Government Medical College, Kottayam

Kerala - Kottayam, India
Government

General Information

The Government Medical College (GMC), Kottayam, is one of the oldest and most prestigious Government Medical Colleges in Kerala. Established in 1951 and located in Gandhinagar, Kottayam, it is a key institution for tertiary healthcare and medical education in the central Travancore region. It is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year1951 (Classes began in 1952)
Institute TypeGovernment (Under Government of Kerala)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationKerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur
LocationGandhinagar, Kottayam, Kerala
Annual MBBS Intake175 seats (Includes All India Quota and State Quota)
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD/MS (Multiple clinical and non-clinical specialties), and Super Specialties.
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank via MCC (All India Quota) and CEE (State Quota) counselling.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: Sprawls over a vast 179-acre campus at Gandhinagar, integrating the college, hospital, and residential complexes.

  • Academic Facilities: Features modern Lecture Halls, extensive departmental Laboratories, a dedicated Skill Lab, and seminar rooms.

  • Central Library: A substantial Central Library with a huge collection of medical literature, a dedicated Digital Library section, and spacious reading rooms.

  • Amenities: The campus provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, sports facilities, and good security measures.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The Government Medical College Hospital, Kottayam, is the integrated teaching hospital.

  • Bed Capacity: A massive government hospital with 1,500+ teaching beds (reported capacity).

  • Clinical Focus: As one of the largest government hospitals in Central Kerala, it attracts an extremely high and diverse patient load (over 2000 daily OPD patients reported), providing excellent hands-on clinical and surgical exposure.

  • Advanced Care: Equipped with advanced Critical Care Units (ICU, ICCU, NICU, PICU), multiple Operation Theatres, and diagnostic facilities. The college runs several Super Specialties like Cardiology, Neurology, and Nephrology.

    • Fee Structure

    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 & Mess

    • 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.

    Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: NO. Being a Government medical college, GMC Kottayam 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). PG residents receive a substantial stipend (starting around ₹56,100 per month in the first year).

  • 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 top 6,000-8,000 All India Rank.

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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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