Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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Private
Total Courses
3 Courses
Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur - Overview
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About Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur
Banas Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), Palanpur, is a private medical college established in May 2018 under the Government Self-Finance Institute (PPP Model) framework in Gujarat. It is managed by the Galbabhai Nanjibhai Patel Charitable Trust — founded by Banas Dairy, the largest dairy cooperative in Asia. Inaugurated on 22 September 2018 by the then Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister of Gujarat, Shri Nitin Patel, BMCRI is affiliated to Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Patan, and is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The institute initially started with 150 MBBS seats, which were enhanced to 200 seats in 2019. Spread across a sprawling 28.7-acre campus with lush green cover in the heart of Palanpur, Banaskantha district, the campus houses the college, administrative offices, and a 10-floor hostel building. The institute features spacious air-conditioned classrooms, well-equipped departmental laboratories, a large digital library, auditorium, and a 650-bedded multi-specialty teaching hospital — among the largest hospitals in Palanpur. Clinical training is conducted through the college-associated hospital as well as Civil Hospital, Palanpur, with bus transportation provided. BMCRI follows the NMC-mandated Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum. Its mission is to improve the overall health status of people by providing comprehensive, high-quality healthcare and to maintain excellence in healthcare, education, and research as a model in the co-operative sector.
Banas Medical College and Research Institute offers students courses in different areas. Candidates can enroll in UG programmes based on their interests and career goals. Admissions are offered based on merit or entrance exam performance. Check below the Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur Courses
3 CoursesMBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English from a recognised board; minimum 50% in PCB aggregate (General/EWS); 45% for SEBC/OBC; 40% for SC/ST/PwBD; valid NEET UG score (50th percentile General/EWS; 40th percentile reserved); minimum age 17 years by 31 December of admission year. SFI Quota: Gujarat domicile mandatory. NRI Quota: NRI/OCI/PIO status or child/ward of NRI/OCI/PIO.
Paramedical Courses
10+2 from a recognised board with relevant subjects
MBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English from a recognised board; minimum 50% marks in PCB aggregate (General/EWS); 45% for OBC/SEBC; 40% for SC/ST/PwBD; minimum age 17 years by 31 December of admission year; valid NEET UG score (minimum 50th percentile General/EWS; 40th percentile SC/ST/OBC/PwBD)
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 8.94L - 1Cr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English from a recognised board; minimum 50% in PCB aggregate (General/EWS); 45% for SEBC/OBC; 40% for SC/ST/PwBD; valid NEET UG score (50th percentile General/EWS; 40th percentile reserved); minimum age 17 years by 31 December of admission year. SFI Quota: Gujarat domicile mandatory. NRI Quota: NRI/OCI/PIO status or child/ward of NRI/OCI/PIO. |
Paramedical Courses 1 specialization | ₹ 1.50L | 10+2 from a recognised board with relevant subjects |
MBBS 2 specializations | ₹ 7.65L - 15.75L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English from a recognised board; minimum 50% marks in PCB aggregate (General/EWS); 45% for OBC/SEBC; 40% for SC/ST/PwBD; minimum age 17 years by 31 December of admission year; valid NEET UG score (minimum 50th percentile General/EWS; 40th percentile SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) |
Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur Admissions
Below is the complete admission information including eligible exams, eligibility criteria, admission process, and important notes for each program offered.
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Important Notice
IMPORTANT: BMCRI officially states there is NO management quota and no direct admission after last counselling round. If any person demands money for admission, report to Vigilance Cell of Government of Gujarat. Admission is purely merit-based via NEET and ACPUGMEC counselling. Non-Gujarat domicile students can only apply under NRI quota.
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Important Notice
IMPORTANT: BMCRI officially states there is NO management quota and no direct admission after last counselling round. If any person demands money for admission, report to Vigilance Cell of Government of Gujarat. Admission is purely merit-based via NEET and ACPUGMEC counselling. Non-Gujarat domicile students can only apply under NRI quota.
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Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur Departments
BMCRI Teaching Hospital, Palanpur (associated with Civil Hospital, Palanpur), Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur
What are the common medical departments?
General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Dermatology & Venereology, Pulmonary Medicine / TB & Chest, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Paediatric Surgery, ENT (Otorhinolaryngology), Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiology / Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Anatomy, Physiology, Community Medicine (Preventive & Social Medicine), Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Emergency & Trauma Care (24/7), ICU / Critical Care (22-bed ICU), Blood Bank, Eye Bank, Burns Unit, Physiotherapy, Pharmacy
What is the total bed capacity?
650 Beds
Placement Highlights 2024
Medical colleges do not have conventional campus placements. Post-MBBS, graduates from BMCRI are reported to have secured good positions in government and private hospitals. As per a student review (Shiksha): 'My batch mates got good jobs in private and government hospitals; maximum students got excellent marks.' Students then pursue PG via NEET PG or join as JR in government hospitals. Internship stipend: ~₹17,000/month (note: intern strike in May 2024 for stipend payment indicates actual disbursement issues that year).
Top Recruiters & Packages
| Company | Package |
|---|---|
Civil Hospital Palanpur (internship & JR posts) | N/A |
Government Hospitals – Gujarat State Health Services | N/A |
Private Hospitals across Gujarat & India | N/A |
Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur Previous Year Cutoffs
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NMC (2024)
Listed among private medical colleges in Gujarat under NMC-approved category
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NMC (2024) | Approved |
Careers360 (2024) | Listed among private medical colleges in Gujarat under NMC-approved category |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Foundation scholarship available to SC/ST students at NMC-recognized private medical colleges including BMCRI Palanpur. Applied through the ONGC scholarship portal annually.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
ONGC SC/ST Scholarship Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Foundation scholarship available to SC/ST students at NMC-recognized private medical colleges including BMCRI Palanpur. Applied through the ONGC scholarship portal annually. | SC/ST students with valid caste certificate; pursuing professional medical courses | Up to ₹48,000 per annum |
SEBC (OBC) Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Gujarat) Gujarat state government scholarship for SEBC/OBC students pursuing professional courses including MBBS. Applied through Social Justice & Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, or via NSP portal. | SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Classes) / OBC-NCL students with Gujarat domicile; valid non-creamy-layer certificate; annual family income below ₹6 Lakh | Partial tuition fee + maintenance allowance as per Gujarat state norms |
Banas Dairy / Trust Merit Scholarship (Internal) Banas Dairy / Galbabhai Nanjibhai Patel Charitable Trust, being a cooperative institution, may offer internal merit scholarships to deserving students from the cooperative or dairy farming community of Banaskantha. Candidates advised to enquire directly at BMCRI at the time of admission. | Meritorious students from Banaskantha district or cooperative dairy community; based on NEET merit and family background | Partial fee waiver or cash prize (amount varies) |
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Scholarship 10% horizontal reservation under EWS category in ACPUGMEC Gujarat counselling provides affordable access to SFI seats. Eligible students can additionally apply through NSP for further financial assistance. | General category students with annual family income below ₹8 Lakh; valid EWS certificate from competent authority (Sub-Divisional Magistrate or equivalent) | Fee concession under EWS reservation norms; additional support via NSP |
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Central Government) Central Government scholarship for SC/ST students at NMC-recognized medical colleges including BMCRI Palanpur. Administered via National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment for SC; Ministry of Tribal Affairs for ST. | SC/ST students with Gujarat domicile; family income below prescribed limit; valid caste certificate | Full or partial tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance as per Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment norms |
SEBC (OBC) Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Gujarat) Gujarat state government scholarship for SEBC/OBC students pursuing professional courses including MBBS. Applied through Social Justice & Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, or via NSP portal. | SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Classes) / OBC-NCL students with Gujarat domicile; valid non-creamy-layer certificate; annual family income below ₹6 Lakh | Partial tuition fee + maintenance allowance as per Gujarat state norms |
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Central Government) Central Government scholarship for SC/ST students at NMC-recognized medical colleges including BMCRI Palanpur. Administered via National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment for SC; Ministry of Tribal Affairs for ST. | SC/ST students with Gujarat domicile; family income below prescribed limit; valid caste certificate | Full or partial tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance as per Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment norms |
ONGC SC/ST Scholarship Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Foundation scholarship available to SC/ST students at NMC-recognized private medical colleges including BMCRI Palanpur. Applied through the ONGC scholarship portal annually. | SC/ST students with valid caste certificate; pursuing professional medical courses | Up to ₹48,000 per annum |
Banas Dairy / Trust Merit Scholarship (Internal) Banas Dairy / Galbabhai Nanjibhai Patel Charitable Trust, being a cooperative institution, may offer internal merit scholarships to deserving students from the cooperative or dairy farming community of Banaskantha. Candidates advised to enquire directly at BMCRI at the time of admission. | Meritorious students from Banaskantha district or cooperative dairy community; based on NEET merit and family background | Partial fee waiver or cash prize (amount varies) |
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Scholarship 10% horizontal reservation under EWS category in ACPUGMEC Gujarat counselling provides affordable access to SFI seats. Eligible students can additionally apply through NSP for further financial assistance. | General category students with annual family income below ₹8 Lakh; valid EWS certificate from competent authority (Sub-Divisional Magistrate or equivalent) | Fee concession under EWS reservation norms; additional support via NSP |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Lecture Halls & Smart Classrooms
Spacious, air-conditioned lecture halls equipped with advanced multimedia teaching aids (projectors, audio-visual systems). Separate examination halls and demonstration rooms available. Infrastructure follows NMC CBME (Competency-Based Medical Education) curriculum framework.
Auditorium
Fully equipped auditorium for CMEs (Continuing Medical Education), seminars, guest lectures, annual college day, cultural events, and student activities. Seating capacity accommodates all students and faculty.
Digital Library & Information Centre
Centrally located large library with a vast collection of medical textbooks, Indian and foreign journals, and digital resources. Separate reading spaces for students and teaching staff. Digital library access and e-resource databases available for academic and research purposes.
10-Floor Hostel (Boys & Girls)
Modern 10-floor hostel building within the green 28.7-acre campus for both boys and girls (separate facilities). Furnished rooms, quality mess with homemade-style food, sports facilities (badminton, table tennis, cricket ground), 24/7 warden and security. Bus facility from hostel to college and to Civil Hospital Palanpur for clinical postings.
Auditorium
Fully equipped auditorium for CMEs (Continuing Medical Education), seminars, guest lectures, annual college day, cultural events, and student activities. Seating capacity accommodates all students and faculty.
Lecture Halls & Smart Classrooms
Spacious, air-conditioned lecture halls equipped with advanced multimedia teaching aids (projectors, audio-visual systems). Separate examination halls and demonstration rooms available. Infrastructure follows NMC CBME (Competency-Based Medical Education) curriculum framework.
Hostel & Accommodation
Boys Hostel Fee Structure
| Room Type | Course | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Hostel (10-floor building within campus) | MBBS | ₹120,000 |
Girls Hostel Fee Structure
| Room Type | Course | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Girls Hostel (10-floor building within campus) | MBBS | ₹120,000 |
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
BMCRI Palanpur has a 650-bedded multi-specialty teaching hospital with 24 wards, 22-bed ICU, 3 labour rooms, blood bank, eye bank, burns unit, and 24/7 emergency services. Additionally, students receive clinical training at Civil Hospital, Palanpur, for additional patient exposure. The college provides bus transportation from the hostel and campus to Civil Hospital for daily clinical postings. The hospital is among the largest hospitals in Palanpur.
The MBBS fee under the SFI (State Quota) is ₹7,65,000 per year, totalling approximately ₹34,42,500 for the entire 4.5-year MBBS course. This makes it one of the more affordable private medical college options in Gujarat. For the NRI Quota (15% seats), the fee is approximately ₹15,75,000 per year (~₹70.87 Lakhs total). Hostel and mess charges are additional at approximately ₹85,000 per year.
BMCRI Palanpur is technically a Private medical college but operates under the Government Self-Finance Institute (SFI) PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model. It is managed by the Galbabhai Nanjibhai Patel Charitable Trust (established by Banas Dairy). Admissions are conducted exclusively through the Government of Gujarat's ACPUGMEC portal (medadmgujarat.org) and there is NO management quota. All seats are filled on pure NEET merit through ACPUGMEC counselling.
Yes, BMCRI Palanpur has separate boys' and girls' hostel facilities within the 28.7-acre campus. The hostel building is a 10-floor structure with modern furnishings. Amenities include quality mess food (students report food tastes like homemade), sports facilities (badminton, table tennis, cricket ground), 24/7 security, Wi-Fi, and bus transport facility for clinical postings. Annual hostel + mess fee is approximately ₹85,000.
General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Dermatology & Venereology, Pulmonary Medicine / TB & Chest, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Paediatric Surgery, ENT (Otorhinolaryngology), Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiology / Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Anatomy, Physiology, Community Medicine (Preventive & Social Medicine), Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Emergency & Trauma Care (24/7), ICU / Critical Care (22-bed ICU), Blood Bank, Eye Bank, Burns Unit, Physiotherapy, Pharmacy
650 Beds
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