ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Naroda-Bapunagar, Ahmedabad Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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Government (Central – Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India)
Total Courses
1 Courses
ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Naroda-Bapunagar, Ahmedabad - Overview
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About ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Naroda-Bapunagar, Ahmedabad
ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Naroda-Bapunagar, Ahmedabad is the newest and 41st medical college in Gujarat, established in 2025 under the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India. The NMC approved the college for 100 MBBS seats from the academic year 2025-26 following the issuance of the Essentiality Certificate by the Government of Gujarat for the 420-bed ESIC General Hospital Naroda. The college is part of ESIC's national initiative — announced in October 2024 in line with PM Modi's Independence Day address — to set up 10 new ESIC medical colleges across 8 states to create 75,000 new medical seats in 5 years. ESIC is a central government statutory body under the Ministry of Labour & Employment that provides comprehensive social security benefits to industrial and commercial workers earning up to ₹21,000/month and their families. The college is affiliated to Gujarat University, Ahmedabad. Two ESIC hospitals serve as the backbone for clinical training: ESIC General Hospital Naroda (420 beds, 27-acre campus, formerly T.B. Hospital, taken over by ESIC on 1 April 2010) and ESIC Model Hospital Bapunagar (300 beds, taken over from Government of Gujarat on 01/01/2006). Together these hospitals serve over 75,000+ Insured Persons (IPs) in the Ahmedabad region from the industrial belts of Naroda, Bapunagar, GIDC, and surrounding areas (Reliance, Parle, Pepsi, Disman Pharma, Ingersoll Rand). The campus is located 7.4 km from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport and 11 km from Ahmedabad Railway Station, making it very accessible. The ESIC Medical College mission aligns with ESIC's overarching mission: provide affordable healthcare education, train doctors for public service, and deliver quality healthcare to the working class and their families.
ESIC Medical College & Hospital offers students courses in different areas. Candidates can enroll in various programmes based on their interests and career goals. Admissions are offered based on merit or entrance exam performance. Check below the ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Naroda-Bapunagar, Ahmedabad courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Naroda-Bapunagar, Ahmedabad Courses
1 CoursesMBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English from a recognised board; minimum 50% marks in PCB aggregate (General/EWS); 45% for PwBD; 40% for SC/ST/OBC; minimum age 17 years by 31 December of admission year; valid NEET UG qualifying score (50th percentile General; 40th percentile SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). For ESIC IP Quota: additionally, candidate's parent/guardian must be an active Insured Person (IP) under ESIC scheme; valid Annexure 3A/3B IP certificate from local ESIC Branch Office.
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBBS 3 specializations | ₹ 24K - 1L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English from a recognised board; minimum 50% marks in PCB aggregate (General/EWS); 45% for PwBD; 40% for SC/ST/OBC; minimum age 17 years by 31 December of admission year; valid NEET UG qualifying score (50th percentile General; 40th percentile SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). For ESIC IP Quota: additionally, candidate's parent/guardian must be an active Insured Person (IP) under ESIC scheme; valid Annexure 3A/3B IP certificate from local ESIC Branch Office. |
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ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Naroda-Bapunagar, Ahmedabad Departments
ESIC General Hospital Naroda + ESIC Model Hospital Bapunagar (Combined Teaching Hospitals), ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Naroda-Bapunagar, Ahmedabad
What are the common medical departments?
General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Ophthalmology, ENT (Otorhinolaryngology), Dermatology & Venereology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiology / Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Anatomy, Physiology, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Community Medicine (Preventive & Social Medicine), Emergency & Casualty (24/7), ICU / Critical Care, NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit), Labour Room, Blood Bank, Chemotherapy Unit, Dialysis Services (under development at Bapunagar), AYUSH Wing (Ayurveda, Homeopathy & Yoga – at Bapunagar), Panchakarma & Ksharsutra (at Bapunagar), Pharmacy (In-House), DNB PG Courses: Paediatrics, Anaesthesia, O&G (at Bapunagar)
What is the total bed capacity?
720 Beds
Placement Highlights 2026
First MBBS batch enrolled AY 2025-26; earliest expected graduation: 2031 (4.5 years + 1 year internship). Formal placement data is not applicable at this stage. Post-MBBS, graduates from ESIC colleges typically join ESIC medical service (central govt jobs), state government health services, or pursue PG through NEET PG. ESIC colleges have NO compulsory rural service bond (central government institution) – a major advantage over state private colleges. Internship stipend: ~₹17,000/month (GoI norms; subject to revision).
Top Recruiters & Packages
| Company | Package |
|---|---|
ESIC Medical Service (central government medical officer positions for ESIC-trained graduates) | N/A |
Government of Gujarat Health Services (state-level medical officer posts) | N/A |
Central Government Health Service (CGHS) | N/A |
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Newly approved – 100 MBBS seats; AY 2025-26 inaugural batch
NMC (2025)
Not yet ranked – newly established; expected to appear in NIRF Medical rankings after first batch graduates
NIRF / National Rankings (2025)
41st Medical College in Gujarat; adds 100 MBBS seats taking Gujarat's total to 7,250 MBBS seats across 41 colleges
Gujarat State Medical Colleges (2025)
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
NMC (2025) | Newly approved – 100 MBBS seats; AY 2025-26 inaugural batch |
NIRF / National Rankings (2025) | Not yet ranked – newly established; expected to appear in NIRF Medical rankings after first batch graduates |
Gujarat State Medical Colleges (2025) | 41st Medical College in Gujarat; adds 100 MBBS seats taking Gujarat's total to 7,250 MBBS seats across 41 colleges |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Central Government merit-cum-means scholarship for deserving MBBS students at government colleges including ESIC Naroda. Applied through NSP portal each academic year.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
National Scholarship Portal – Merit-cum-Means Scholarship Central Government merit-cum-means scholarship for deserving MBBS students at government colleges including ESIC Naroda. Applied through NSP portal each academic year. | Students with family income below ₹4.5 Lakhs; academic merit in NEET UG | Up to ₹30,000 per year for professional course students |
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Central Government) Central Government scholarship for SC/ST students at NMC-recognized government medical colleges including ESIC Naroda. Applied through National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Given the already low tuition (₹1 Lakh/year for non-ESIC or ₹24,000 for IP quota), this scholarship can cover remaining charges and living expenses. | SC/ST students; family income below prescribed limit; valid caste certificate | Full or partial tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance (Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment / Tribal Affairs) |
EWS Scholarship (Economically Weaker Section) EWS reservation ensures affordable access to ESIC government college MBBS seats. Additional financial support available through NSP scholarships for eligible EWS candidates. | General category students with annual family income below ₹8 Lakh; valid EWS certificate from SDM or equivalent | 10% horizontal reservation in AIQ/State quota seats; additional NSP support available |
ESIC IP Quota – Heavily Subsidized Fee (Insured Person Ward Benefit) The ESIC IP Quota is effectively a structural fee subsidy – the most significant financial benefit available. 20 of 100 MBBS seats are reserved at ₹24,000/year (vs ₹1,00,000/year for general candidates). This makes it one of the most affordable MBBS pathways in India for children of ESIC-insured industrial workers. Bodmas Education, NeetSupport, and multiple ESIC counselling guides provide help to obtain Annexure 3A/3B certificates. | Children of active ESIC Insured Persons (IPs); parent/guardian must be registered ESIC beneficiary with valid IP number; valid Annexure 3A/3B certificate from local ESIC Branch Office required | Fee reduction from ₹1,00,000/year to just ₹24,000/year – a saving of ₹76,000/year (₹3.42 Lakhs over 4.5 years) |
OBC Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Government) Central Government OBC scholarship for MBBS students at recognized government institutions including ESIC medical colleges. Applied via National Scholarship Portal. | OBC-NCL students; family annual income below ₹1 Lakh; valid non-creamy-layer certificate | Tuition fee + maintenance allowance as per OBC scholarship norms |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Central Library
Well-stocked central library with medical textbooks, reference materials, journals (national and international), and digital resources. Separate reading and study areas for students and faculty. Internet-enabled e-library access for research and academic support.
Lecture Theatres & Demonstration Rooms
State-of-the-art lecture theatres and demonstration rooms equipped with modern audio-visual aids, projectors, and NMC CBME-compliant teaching infrastructure. Pre-clinical and para-clinical labs as per NMC norms for 100 MBBS seats.
IT Infrastructure & AAA+ App
Campus Wi-Fi and internet access across academic and hostel blocks. ESIC HQ has launched the AAA+ app allowing Insured Persons to book OPD consultations; medical students can observe digitized workflows. Modern administrative and academic IT systems in line with ESIC's national digital infrastructure.
ESIC General Hospital Naroda (Primary Teaching Hospital)
420-bed multi-specialty hospital on a 27-acre green campus (4.18 acres built + 22.82 acres green space) near Naroda Railway Crossing, Himmatnagar Highway. Taken over from Government of Gujarat on 01 April 2010 (formerly T.B. Hospital). 24/7 Emergency & Ambulance services. OPD across multiple specialties. ICU, Labour Room, Blood Bank, Operation Theatres, Chemotherapy Unit, full diagnostic services. Serves 75,000+ insured persons from GIDC Naroda belt.
ESIC Model Hospital Bapunagar (Secondary Teaching Hospital)
300-bed (originally 500-bed; ESICBihar sources cite 600 beds total) multi-specialty hospital at Bapunagar, Ahmedabad-380024. 35,048 sq.m. campus. Taken over from Government of Gujarat on 01/01/2006; new building since February 2011 (2-floor OPD block + 5-floor ward block). DNB PG courses: Paediatrics, Anaesthesia, O&G. In-house Chemotherapy; Dialysis under development. AYUSH wing (Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Yoga) with Panchakarma & Ksharsutra. Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY) empanelled. Medicated Ayurvedic garden with ~50 plants. Also recognized teaching institution for PG with Gujarat University/B.J. Medical College.
Departmental Laboratories
Modern laboratories for Anatomy (dissection hall + histology), Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, and Pharmacology equipped with modern scientific instruments and museum specimens for hands-on practical learning per NMC norms.
Hostel & Accommodation
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
Campus Gallery
Campus – ESIC Model Hospital Bapunagar
Green Campus – 22.82 Acres Open Space
AYUSH Garden – 50 Medicinal Plants
Hospital – Bapunagar
Hospital – Naroda
Campus – ESIC General Hospital Naroda
Frequently Asked Questions
ESIC Medical College Naroda-Bapunagar was approved in January 2025 when NMC granted permission for 100 MBBS seats following the issuance of the Essentiality Certificate by the Government of Gujarat. The first academic batch commenced in AY 2025-26, making it the 41st medical college in Gujarat and a brand-new institution.
No. ESIC Medical College is a central government institution under the Ministry of Labour & Employment. Unlike state government or private PPP colleges in Gujarat, there is NO compulsory rural service bond at ESIC colleges. Post-MBBS, graduates can directly appear for NEET PG, join ESIC Medical Service (central government medical officer posts), join state government health services, or practice privately without any bond obligation.
The ESIC IP (Insured Person) Quota reserves 20 of 100 MBBS seats exclusively for children of active ESIC Insured Persons – workers registered under the ESI Scheme with valid IP number. IP quota candidates pay just ₹24,000/year tuition (vs ₹1 Lakh for others). To apply, the candidate must obtain Annexure 3A/3B from their local ESIC Branch Office confirming IP status. Admission via MCC ESIC IP category in AIQ counselling.
There are two fee structures: (1) ESIC IP Quota (ward of insured person): ₹24,000/year tuition + ₹5,000 student welfare fund = ₹29,000/year without hostel; with hostel ~₹44,000/year; with hostel + mess ~₹80,000–92,000/year. Total 4.5-year tuition: ~₹1.08 Lakhs. (2) AIQ & State Quota (non-ESIC): ₹1,00,000/year tuition + ₹5,000 welfare = ₹1,10,000/year; with hostel + mess ~₹1,61,000–₹1,73,000/year. Total 4.5-year tuition: ~₹4.50 Lakhs. One-time refundable deposits: Caution Money ₹5,000 + Hostel Security ₹10,000.
General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Ophthalmology, ENT (Otorhinolaryngology), Dermatology & Venereology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiology / Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Anatomy, Physiology, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Community Medicine (Preventive & Social Medicine), Emergency & Casualty (24/7), ICU / Critical Care, NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit), Labour Room, Blood Bank, Chemotherapy Unit, Dialysis Services (under development at Bapunagar), AYUSH Wing (Ayurveda, Homeopathy & Yoga – at Bapunagar), Panchakarma & Ksharsutra (at Bapunagar), Pharmacy (In-House), DNB PG Courses: Paediatrics, Anaesthesia, O&G (at Bapunagar)
720 Beds
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