The Medical College and Hospital (MCH), Kolkata, is officially known as Medical College, Kolkata. It is the oldest medical institution in Asia (and the second oldest in the world to teach modern medicine), established in 1835. MCH is a premier Government Medical College recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS).
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment Year | 1835 |
| Institute Type | Government (Under Government of West Bengal) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved |
| Affiliation | West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS), Kolkata |
| Location | College Street, Kolkata, West Bengal (Central Kolkata) |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 250 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (Multiple clinical and non-clinical specialties), and Super Specialties (DM/MCh). |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG rank via MCC (All India Quota) and WBMCC (State Quota) counselling. |
Campus Status: The college operates from a compact, integrated, and historic campus in central Kolkata, integrating the academic block and the hospital.
Architecture: Features significant Victorian-era architecture blended with modern academic blocks.
Academic Facilities: Includes spacious Lecture Halls, well-equipped departmental Laboratories, and a substantial Central Library.
Amenities: The campus provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, sports facilities (limited due to urban location), and general amenities required for student life.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The Medical College Hospital is the integrated teaching hospital.
Bed Capacity: A massive government hospital complex with 1,500+ teaching beds (reported capacity).
Clinical Focus: As the oldest and most respected tertiary referral center in West Bengal, the hospital attracts an extremely high and diverse patient load, providing unmatched clinical exposure and experience in handling complex cases.
Advanced Care: Equipped with state-of-the-art specialized units, advanced ICUs, and comprehensive Super Specialties.
State University Affordability
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | Amount (INR) | Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (Nominal) | ₹9,000/- | Approx. ₹40,500/- |
| Hostel Fees | Approx. ₹1,000/- | Per Annum (Highly subsidized rent) |
| Total Annual Fee (Excluding Mess) | Approx. ₹11,000/- to ₹15,000/- | Extremely Subsidized. |
Hostel: Separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus. Hostel stay is generally mandatory.
Accommodation: Rooms are furnished, typically shared.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): Highly subsidized.
Annual Fee (Rent): Nominal.
Mess Charges: Run on a highly affordable, actual-cost basis.
NRI Seat Quota: NO. MCH Kolkata 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 ₹28,000 per month). PG residents receive a substantial stipend.
NEET Cutoff: The closing rank for the General All India Quota is extremely competitive, typically closing within the top 1,000 - 2,000 All India Rank.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus