Government Medical College, Wayanad

Kerala - India
Government

General Information

Established in 2021 (with the first MBBS batch commencing in 2025), Government Medical College Wayanad is a milestone in Kerala's healthcare, ensuring that every district in the state now has a government medical college. The institution was formed by upgrading the existing District Hospital at Mananthavady. It is affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur, and is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

General Info

  • Primary Location: Hospital Road, Thazhe Angadi, Mananthavady, Wayanad, Kerala – 670645.

  • Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS).

  • Language of Instruction: English.

  • Accreditation:

    • Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

    • Affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS).

  • Admission Requirements:

    • Selection: Based on NEET-UG scores via centralized counseling by the CEE, Kerala (85% State Quota) and MCC (15% All India Quota).

    • Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English (Minimum 50% for UR, 40% for Reserved).

  • Intake: 50 seats for the inaugural batches (with plans for expansion).

Campus Facilities

The college currently operates from a multi-purpose building integrated with the health services complex in Mananthavady, with a permanent 28-acre campus planned at Ambukuthi.

  • Academic Block: Facilities are arranged across multiple floors of the main building, including dedicated levels for pre-clinical departments.

  • Laboratories: Modern, well-equipped labs for Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry are fully functional for the first-year curriculum.

  • Library: A growing collection of medical journals and textbooks with digital access for students.

  • Anatomy Dissection Hall: Equipped with modern storage and cadaveric study facilities.

  • Connectivity: The campus is Wi-Fi enabled for academic purposes, facilitating e-learning and research.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

The college is attached to the Wayanad Government Medical College Hospital (formerly the District Hospital, Mananthavady).

  • 300+ Bedded Teaching Hospital: As a primary referral center for the district, it handles a high volume of cases, particularly related to tropical medicine and tribal health.

  • Specialized Units: Features a dedicated Dialysis Unit, a modern Labor Room, and 24/7 Emergency and Trauma care services.

  • Diagnostics: Includes a central clinical laboratory, Digital X-ray, and Ultrasound services, with ongoing upgrades to include CT/MRI facilities.

  • Tribal Health Focus: Provides a unique clinical environment for students to understand healthcare delivery in rural and hilly terrains.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

As a Kerala Government Medical College, the fee structure is among the most affordable in the country.

Fee CategoryAmount (Approx. Annual)Notes
Annual Tuition Fee₹23,150Standard state government rate.
Admission Fee₹2,500One-time fee during admission.
Caution Deposit₹10,000Refundable deposit.
Miscellaneous Fee₹1,500 – ₹3,000Covers library and laboratory fees.
Hostel Rent₹4,000 – ₹6,000Annual government hostel room rent.

Scholarships

  • e-Grantz (Kerala): Provides full fee waivers and maintenance allowances for SC, ST, and OEC students.

  • MOMA & Central Sector Scholarships: Available for minority and meritorious students based on family income.

  • Internship Stipend: Upon reaching the internship phase, students receive the state-mandated stipend (currently approx. ₹25,000 – ₹27,000 per month).

City Details

  • The Vibe: Mananthavady is a historic town in the high-range district of Wayanad, known for its cool climate, coffee plantations, and the tomb of Pazhassi Raja.

  • Connectivity:

    • Road: Well-connected by KSRTC buses to Kozhikode, Kannur, and Mysore.

    • Rail: Kozhikode Railway Station (CLT) is the nearest major hub (~90 km/3 hours).

    • Air: Kannur International Airport (CNN) is approx. 65 km away, providing easy access for All India Quota students.

    • Hostel & Mess

  • Accommodation: Separate hostels for boys and girls have been arranged. The girls' hostel is on-campus, while a dedicated building nearby serves the boys.

  • Dining: Student-run messes provide traditional Kerala cuisine at subsidized rates.

  • Student Community: Being a new college, the first batch (2025-26) has a pioneering spirit, with faculty and staff providing close mentorship and a supportive academic environment.

    • Miscellaneous

  • Service Bond: Graduates are required to serve one year in the Kerala State Health Services (NRHM/Rural posting) as per state policy.

  • Note to Applicants: As the college is in its early stages of development, some permanent infrastructure is under construction. However, the high patient inflow at the hospital ensures excellent clinical learning from day one.

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