The Santosh Medical College and Hospital (SMCH) is a well-established Private Deemed-to-be University medical college located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, within the Delhi NCR region. Established in 1996, SMCH is one of the oldest private medical institutions in the NCR and operates as a unit of Santosh (Deemed to be University). It is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and holds a NAAC 'B' Grade accreditation (some reports indicate a higher grade).
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment | 1996 (Deemed University Status in 2007) |
| Institute Type | Private Deemed-to-be University (Unit of Santosh University) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) |
| Accreditation | NAAC 'B' Grade (and certified by NABH/NABL for hospital/labs) |
| Location | Ghaziabad, Delhi NCR (Easily accessible from Delhi via NH-24) |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 150 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (20+ specialties), DM/M.Ch. (Super Specialty), and Allied Health Sciences. |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG score, exclusively through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counseling for the Deemed University quota seats. |
Campus Size: The university campus spans over 100 acres, featuring a dedicated medical complex.
Academic Facilities: Includes spacious, fully-equipped Lecture Theatres with advanced audiovisual technology and air conditioning.
Central Library: A three-story modern library well-stocked with over 62,000+ books and subscriptions to numerous journals. The library is fully digitized, offering e-books and online database access (e.g., DELNET).
Amenities: Provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, a well-equipped Gymnasium with an Olympic-size swimming pool, and excellent indoor/outdoor sports facilities. The campus is Wi-Fi enabled.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The Santosh Hospital is a fully functional, multi-specialty teaching hospital attached to the college.
Bed Capacity: A large facility with 900+ beds, providing high-volume clinical exposure.
Clinical Focus: Known for providing high-quality, affordable healthcare, attracting a large daily patient volume (over 2000 OPD patients reported in the university system).
Advanced Care: Equipped with modern critical care units, including ICU, NICU, PICU, a fully-functional Blood Bank, and advanced diagnostic imaging (CT, MRI).
Super Specialties: Offers Super Specialty training (DM/M.Ch.) in specialized fields like Cardiology and Neurosurgery, indicating a high level of clinical capability.
State University Affordability
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | Management Quota (INR) | NRI Quota (USD) |
| Annual Tuition Fee | ₹24,00,000/- | $ 50,000 |
| Total Course Tuition | Approx. ₹1.08 Crore (for 4.5 years tuition) | Approx. $ 2,25,000 (for 4.5 years tuition) |
| First-Year Mandatory Charges (Approx.) | Amount (INR) | Type |
| Hostel Fees (Mandatory) | ₹2,00,000/- to ₹4,00,000/- | Per Annum (Varies by room type) |
| Security Deposit | ₹1,00,000/- | One-Time, Refundable Deposit |
Hostel Policy: Hostel stay is generally mandatory for UG students.
Hostel: Separate, secure, and luxurious Hostel Blocks for Boys and Girls are available on campus, with a capacity to house over 1000 students.
Rooms: Offers various occupancies (single, double, triple). AC rooms are readily available with higher charges (e.g., single AC accommodation can be ₹4,00,000/year).
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These charges are substantial and include mess fees.
Annual Fee (Hostel + Mess): Approx. ₹3,00,000/- to ₹4,00,000/- per year (inclusive, varies by selection).
Mess: Provides hygienic and varied meals (catering to North Indian and South Indian tastes) with the mess fee included in the annual hostel charges.
NRI Seat Quota: Yes, SMCH offers a dedicated NRI Quota (approx. 27 seats), filled through MCC counseling. The fees are paid in US Dollars.
Admissions: All seats are filled via NEET-UG rank through MCC counseling (Deemed University quota).
PG Stipend: MD/MS residents receive a competitive stipend (e.g., ₹56,010 per month), which is standardized across the university.
Bond/Penalty: For MD/MS courses, there is generally No Bond penalty for serving after completion, but a fee forfeiture applies for withdrawing mid-course.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
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