Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences, Naharlagun

Andhra Pradesh - Naharlagun, India
Government MBBS Seats: 100

General Information

Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (TRIHMS), Naharlagun

Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (TRIHMS) is the first and only public State Government Medical College in Arunachal Pradesh. Established in 2018, its foundation marked a historic milestone for the state, aiming to provide quality medical education and tertiary healthcare services to its geographically diverse and remote populations.

The institute is named in honor of Tomo Riba, the second Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh. It is academically affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), Itanagar, which is the central university of the state. All degrees are awarded by RGU.

Key Recognitions

  • Type: State Government Medical College

  • Affiliation: Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), Itanagar

  • Recognition: Fully recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)

  • Established: 2018

Campus Facilities

The Campus: An 18-Acre Hub in Naharlagun

The college and its associated hospital are situated on an integrated campus.

  • Location: The campus is located at Lumar Dai Road, B Sector, Naharlagun, Papum Pare District, Arunachal Pradesh.

  • Campus Size & Vibe: The campus is spread over approximately 18.5 acres. As the state's first medical college, it features modern infrastructure and is a focal point for healthcare and academics in the region.

  • Infrastructure & Facilities:

    • Academic Blocks: Features modern lecture halls, demonstration rooms, and examination halls.

    • Laboratories: Equipped with new, state-of-the-art labs for all pre-clinical and para-clinical departments (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, etc.) as per NMC standards.

    • Library: A large central library with a vast collection of medical books, journals, and digital resources to support students and faculty.

    • Residential Life: Separate hostel facilities are provided on campus for boys and girls.

    • Amenities: The campus includes a canteen, mess facilities, and sports facilities for student recreation.



Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

Healthcare Pillar: TRIHMS Hospital

The college is attached to its own large, state-of-the-art teaching hospital.

  • Flagship Hospital: The Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (TRIHMS) Hospital is the constituent teaching hospital, fully integrated with the medical college.

  • Scale & Services: This is the state's premier tertiary care referral hospital.

    • Capacity: A large hospital with 500 beds.

    • Services: Provides comprehensive healthcare services across almost all clinical specialties. It features 24x7 Emergency, Trauma, and Critical Care (ICUs), modern Operation Theatres, advanced Diagnostic facilities (MRI, CT Scan), a licensed Blood Bank, and extensive OPD/IPD services (3,200+ daily OPD patients).

  • Educational Engine: The TRIHMS Hospital is the core clinical training ground for MBBS students, offering extensive and diverse hands-on clinical exposure essential for medical training.



Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Fee Structure: Government Subsidized

As a state government medical college, the fees are extremely low and set by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh.

Course Area

Category / Quota

Approximate Total Course Tuition Fee

MBBS

General / State / AIQ

~ ₹2.19 Lakhs (For the entire 5.5-year course)

Other Charges

All

Hostel, Mess, University Fees, and one-time Security Deposits are extra but also highly subsidized.

Authoritative Source

All

Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Arunachal Pradesh & TRIHMS Official Website.

Disclaimer: These are indicative figures. Fees are subject to annual revision by the Arunachal Pradesh state government. Always verify the precise, current fee structure directly from the official state counselling notifications.

Hostel & Mess

Campus Living: Hostel Facilities

  • Accommodation: Separate hostel blocks are available for male and female students (UGs).

  • Amenities: Hostels provide basic furnishings (bed, table, chair, cupboard).

  • Dining: Mess facilities are available for all hostellers.

  • Cost: Hostel and mess fees are additional to the tuition fees but are highly economical.

    • Hostel Fee (Annual): ~ ₹5,000

    • Utility Charges (Annual): ~ ₹5,000

    • Mess Charges (Monthly): ~ ₹3,700 (Paid monthly based on actual expenses)

    • Hostel & Mess Security: ~ ₹10,000 (One-time, refundable)

Miscellaneous

Admissions Process: NEET & State Counselling (AP)

  • Getting Admitted (MBBS): Admission is strictly and exclusively based on qualifying ranks in NEET-UG.

  • State Counselling is Key (Arunachal Pradesh): Seat allotment is handled by the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education (DHTE), Arunachal Pradesh.

    • 15% All India Quota (AIQ): Seats are filled through the MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counselling, open to students from all over India.

    • 85% State Quota: Seats are reserved for students with Arunachal Pradesh domicile (APST) and are filled through the DHTE (AP-NEET) state counselling.

  • Always check the official DHTE (apdhte.nic.in) and MCC (mcc.nic.in) websites for counselling schedules and procedures.


Career Pathways & Placements

  • Career Path: As a government medical college, the career path for graduates is excellent.

  • Internship: MBBS graduates complete a mandatory 1-year rotatory internship at the TRIHMS Hospital, for which they receive a stipend as per state government norms.

  • Post-Graduation: Graduates are highly competitive for PG seats (via NEET-PG or INI-CET) or immediately employable as Medical Officers in the state health service.


Information for NRI / Foreign Nationals

Aspect

Detailed Description

Seat Availability

Yes, TRIHMS has a designated NRI Quota for MBBS seats (e.g., 2 seats out of the previous 50-seat matrix; this may be revised with the 100-seat intake).

Eligibility

NEET-UG Qualification is Mandatory.


NRI Definition & Documentation: Candidates must be an NRI or be sponsored by an NRI (as defined by DHTE rules). This requires rigorous, authenticated documents (passport, visa/residence permit of NRI/sponsor, embassy certificate, proof of relationship, sponsorship affidavit) as specified during the state counselling registration.

Admission Process

Apply via DHTE (AP-NEET) Counselling: NRI candidates seeking MBBS seats must register for the Arunachal Pradesh State NEET Counselling conducted by DHTE. They must apply under the 'NRI Quota' and submit all required documents for verification within the deadline.


Merit-Based Allotment: Seat allotment is based strictly on NEET-UG merit rank among the successfully verified NRI applicants.

Fees

The tuition fees for the NRI Quota are extremely high and fixed by the state government.


MBBS (NRI Quota): ~ $100,000 (USD) for the total course, payable in three installments (e.g., $40k, $30k, $30k).

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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.

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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.

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