Indira Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute, Puducherry

Pondicherry - Puducherry,
Government

General Information

The Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute (IGMC&RI) is a major Government Medical College located in Kadirkamam, Puducherry. Established in 2001 and inaugurated in 2004, IGMC&RI is an autonomous institution under the Government of Puducherry. It is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with Pondicherry University.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year2001 (Classes started 2004)
Institute TypeGovernment (Autonomous Institute under Govt. of Puducherry)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationPondicherry University
LocationKathirkamam, Puducherry
Annual MBBS Intake150 seats
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD/MS (Multiple clinical and non-clinical specialties).
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank, followed by CENTAC (Centralised Admission Committee) counseling for UT Quota seats (Government/Management/NRI).

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: Sprawls over a vast 87-acre campus, integrating the college, the massive hospital, and residential complexes.

  • Academic Facilities: Features modern, spacious Lecture Halls (gallery type) with A/V aids, extensive departmental Laboratories, and a substantial Central Library with a dedicated digital section.

  • Amenities: The campus provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, sports facilities, a gymnasium, and general amenities required for student life.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

    • Teaching Hospital: The IGMC&RI Hospital is the integrated teaching hospital.

    • Bed Capacity: A large multi-super specialty hospital with 700+ teaching beds (reported capacity).

    • Clinical Focus: Provides high-quality, subsidized tertiary care to the Union Territory and neighboring Tamil Nadu regions.

    • Advanced Care: Equipped with advanced Critical Care Units (ICU, ICCU, NICU, PICU), multiple Operation Theatres, and advanced diagnostic facilities (CT Scan, MRI).

    Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum)Government Quota (INR)Management Quota (INR)NRI Quota (INR)
    Annual Tuition Fee (Approx.)₹1,00,000/- to ₹1,50,000/-₹18,00,000/- to ₹20,00,000/-₹25,00,000/- to ₹30,00,000/-
    Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition)Approx. ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹6.75 LakhsApprox. ₹81 Lakhs to ₹90 LakhsApprox. ₹1.12 Crore to ₹1.35 Crore

    City Details

    Hostel & Mess

    • 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 for Government quota students.

      • Annual Fee (Rent): Nominal for government seats.

      • Mess Charges: Run on a dividing system (monthly basis based on actual cost).

    Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: Yes, IGMC&RI offers an NRI Quota (approx. 15% of seats), filled through CENTAC counseling. The fees are substantially higher.

  • Stipend: MBBS interns receive a competitive monthly stipend. PG residents receive a substantial stipend.

  • Service Bond: A service bond may be applicable for MBBS admission, requiring service within the Union Territory.

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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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