Pramukhswami Medical College (PMC) is a prestigious private, trust-run medical college located in Karamsad, Gujarat. Established in 1987, it is the flagship medical institution of the Charutar Arogya Mandal (CAM) trust. It is named in honor of the revered Pramukh Swami Maharaj.
The college is a constituent unit of Bhaikaka University, a State Private University established in 2019 by the same trust. This means PMC is integrated into the larger university system, leveraging its resources while maintaining its commitment to high-quality medical education and compassionate healthcare.
Type: Private (Trust-run) Medical College (Constituent of Bhaikaka University, a Private University)
Affiliation: Bhaikaka University, Karamsad
Recognition: Fully recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)
Established: 1987
Accreditation: The associated hospital, Shree Krishna Hospital, holds NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) and NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) accreditations.
Recognized for 100 seats when degree awarded on or after 1993. COR for 100 seats grated till 2013-'14. Permission to increase seats from 100 to 150 u/s 10(A) granted in 2016-'17, 2017-'18 and 2019-'20 (Hon'ble Gujarat High Court, SCA No. 13373/2017 & LPA no. 1248/2018 and 1249/2018.) Permission for admitting 100 students in 2018-19 only. Affiliation of university changed to Bhaikaka University from Sardar Patel University in 2019-'20. Recognition for the award of degree to 150 seats under Sardar Patel University for 2016-'17 batch when granted in 2021-'22. Permission to admit 150 seats continued for 2021-'22 only. Annual renewal permission granted for 150 MBBS seats for AY 2024-25.
PMC is situated on a large, integrated campus within the Bhaikaka University complex.
Location: Situated in Gokalnagar, Karamsad, Anand District, Gujarat.
Campus Size & Vibe: The campus is a sprawling, lush green, 100+ acre integrated "Health City." The environment is highly professional, disciplined, and focused on clinical training and patient care.
Infrastructure & Facilities:
Academic Blocks: Dedicated blocks for the medical college (PMC) and associated institutes (KMPIP, INS).
Laboratories & Simulation: Features high-tech pre-clinical/para-clinical medical labs and a sophisticated Simulation Centre for skills training.
Library: A large Central Library (Bhaikaka Library) with extensive collections of medical literature, e-resources, and study facilities.
Hospital Integration: Direct and seamless integration with the Shree Krishna Hospital.
Residential Life: Extensive and separate hostel facilities for boys and girls (UGs and PGs).
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
The hospital is the vital core of PMC, known for its ethical and affordable healthcare services.
Flagship Hospital: The Shree Krishna Hospital (SKH) is the constituent teaching hospital, fully integrated with PMC.
Scale & Services: SKH is a large multi-super specialty, tertiary care hospital serving the region.
Capacity: A large hospital with 1000+ beds.
Services: Provides comprehensive tertiary and super-specialty care (Cardiology, Oncology, Nephrology, Urology, Organ Transplants, etc.). It features 24x7 Emergency, Trauma, advanced Critical Care (ICUs), modular Operation Theatres, and NABL-accredited diagnostic labs.
Accreditations: Holds NABH and NABL accreditations.
Educational Engine: SKH is the core clinical training ground for PMC's MBBS students and postgraduate residents, offering extensive, high-volume clinical exposure.
State University Affordability
As a private medical college in Gujarat, fees are substantial and are strictly regulated by the state's Fee Regulatory Committee (FRC) and managed through state counselling.
Disclaimer: These are indicative 2024-2025 figures based on the typical FRC ranges for high-tier private medical colleges in Gujarat. Always verify the precise, current fee structure and bond requirements directly from the official ACPUGMEC prospectus or FRC website.
Accommodation: Separate hostel blocks are available for male and female students (UG and PG). Accommodation is compulsory for MBBS students (at least the first year).
Amenities: Hostels are new, well-maintained, and equipped with basic furnishings. AC and Non-AC room options are available.
Dining: Mess facilities are available for all hostellers.
Cost: Hostel and mess fees are an additional annual expense. Costs are expected to be in the standard Gujarat private college range, likely ₹1,00,000 to ₹1,80,000 per year (all-inclusive). Confirmed fees will be released closer to the counselling date.
Getting Admitted (MBBS/MD/MS): Admission is strictly and exclusively based on qualifying ranks in NEET-UG (for MBBS) or NEET-PG (for MD/MS).
State Counselling is Key (Gujarat): Seat allotment for all categories (Government Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota) is handled entirely through the Gujarat State Centralized Counselling Process conducted by the Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC), Gujarat.
Always check the official ACPUGMEC (medadmbj.gujarat.gov.in) website for counselling schedules and procedures.
Career Path: As an established private medical college with a strong, highly-regarded hospital, the career path for graduates is excellent.
Internship: MBBS graduates complete a mandatory 1-year rotatory internship at the Shree Krishna Hospital, for which they receive a stipend as per college/NMC norms.
Bond: A service bond (e.g., 1 year) and course breakage bond may be required, as is common with private colleges in Gujarat.
Post-Graduation: The extensive clinical exposure and the availability of 123 PG seats make graduates highly competitive for PG seats (via NEET-PG) or immediately employable as Medical Officers.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus