
Government Medical College, Kolkata Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
Avg Package
7 LPA
Highest Pkg
15 LPA
Institute Type
Government
Total Courses
10 Courses
Government Medical College, Kolkata - Overview
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About Government Medical College, Kolkata
Government Medical College, Kolkata — officially Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata (MCHK) and popularly known as Calcutta Medical College or MCK — is the oldest medical college in Asia to teach modern Western medicine. Founded on January 28, 1835, under the patronage of Lord William Bentinck and inaugurated to classes on June 1, 1835, it is a cornerstone of South Asian medical history. The site witnessed India's first human dissection by Madhusudan Gupta in 1836, making it a landmark not just for Indian medicine but for global scientific history. Located at 88, College Street, Kolkata — in the heart of the city's intellectual district near College Square (Boi Para) — the college spans a 26-acre campus and is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS) and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). It is managed by the Government of West Bengal, Department of Health & Family Welfare. The college is home to a 1,900+ bedded tertiary teaching hospital serving over 4,000 OPD patients daily, and offers MBBS, MD/MS, DM/MCh, B.Sc Nursing, and PG Diploma programs across 4 UG and 34+ PG courses. In December 2024, ICMR recognized it as the best medical college in Eastern India with a 70% excellence score. With NIRF rank #44 (2024, Medical) and consistent top-50 standings, MCK combines unparalleled historical legacy with active clinical excellence, research output, and state-of-the-art facilities including the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology (the only one in West Bengal). Notable alumni include Bidhan Chandra Roy (2nd Chief Minister of West Bengal), Kadambini Ganguly (first certified South Asian female physician in Western medicine), and Nirmal Kumar Dutta (Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize, 1965).
Government Medical College offers students courses in different areas. Candidates can enroll in UG and PG programmes based on their interests and career goals. Admissions are offered based on merit or entrance exam performance. Check below the Government Medical College, Kolkata courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
Government Medical College, Kolkata Courses
10 CoursesMD
MBBS with compulsory rotating internship completed; NEET PG qualified
DM
MD/MS in relevant specialty; NEET SS qualified
M.Ch (Magister Chirurgiae)
Post Graduation
MBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PwD); minimum age 17 years; NEET UG qualified
DM / MCh (Super Specialty)
MD/MS in relevant specialty; NEET SS qualified
M.Sc (Anatomy / Physiology)
B.Sc in relevant science subject
MBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PwD); minimum age 17 years; NEET UG qualified
MD / MS
MBBS with compulsory rotating internship completed; NEET PG qualified
PB.B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic)
Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) with relevant experience
B.Sc Nursing
10+2 with PCB; JENPAS-UG or relevant entrance
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MD 20 specializations | ₹ 36K - 40K | MBBS with compulsory rotating internship completed; NEET PG qualified |
DM 4 specializations | ₹ 36K - 40K | MD/MS in relevant specialty; NEET SS qualified |
M.Ch (Magister Chirurgiae) 3 specializations | ₹ 36K - 40K | Post Graduation |
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 45K - 50K | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PwD); minimum age 17 years; NEET UG qualified |
DM / MCh (Super Specialty) 1 specialization | ₹ 13.5K | MD/MS in relevant specialty; NEET SS qualified |
M.Sc (Anatomy / Physiology) 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | B.Sc in relevant science subject |
MBBS 2 specializations | ₹ N/A | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PwD); minimum age 17 years; NEET UG qualified |
MD / MS 1 specialization | ₹ 13.5K | MBBS with compulsory rotating internship completed; NEET PG qualified |
PB.B.Sc Nursing (Post-Basic) 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) with relevant experience |
B.Sc Nursing 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | 10+2 with PCB; JENPAS-UG or relevant entrance |
Government Medical College, Kolkata 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
No management quota or direct admission. All seats are merit-based through government counselling only.
Required Entrance Exams
NEET SS
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET SS
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Important Notice
No management quota or direct admission. All seats are merit-based through government counselling only.
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Government Medical College, Kolkata Departments
Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata (MCHK Teaching Hospital), Government Medical College, Kolkata
What are the common medical departments?
General Medicine, General Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology (Regional Institute of Ophthalmology – only one in West Bengal), Otorhinolaryngology (ENT), Dermatology & Venereology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Anatomy, Pharmacology, Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Neurology (DM), Cardiology (DM), Gastroenterology (DM), Nephrology (DM), Endocrinology (DM), Pulmonary Medicine, Neurosurgery (MCh), Urology (MCh), Plastic Surgery (MCh), Head & Neck Surgery (MCh), Oncology, Emergency Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Blood Bank & Transfusion Medicine, Medical Laboratory Technology
What is the total bed capacity?
1900 Beds
Placement Highlights 2024
NIRF 2024 data: Placement Cell placed 190 UG (MBBS) and 30–140 PG students. Median package ₹7.10 lakh (both UG and PG levels). Most MBBS graduates begin as Junior Residents at MCHK or other government hospitals, or prepare for NEET PG. Many join WB State Health Service, ESIC, Railways, or military services. Alumni network active in India, UK, USA, Middle East.
Top Recruiters & Packages
| Company | Package |
|---|---|
Government of West Bengal – State Health Service | 15 LPA |
West Bengal Health Department (Direct recruitment) | N/A |
ESIC (Employees State Insurance Corporation) | N/A |
Government Medical College, Kolkata Previous Year Cutoffs
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25
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
NIRF (2024) | 44 |
India Today (2024) | 25 |
ICMR (2024) | 1 |
NIRF (2023) | 45 |
Collegedunia (2025) | 1 |
NIRF (2025) | 41 |
NIRF (2022) | 43 |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Central Government scheme.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Central Government scheme. | SC/ST students | Partial/full fee as per government norms |
INSPIRE Scholarship (DST) DST-INSPIRE scholarship for outstanding students in science programs. | Top 1% in Class XII board exams; for science stream students | ₹80,000/year |
Dr. Chandran Scholarship Institutional scholarship. Students meeting criteria should contact college administration. | Meritorious or financially needy MBBS students | Variable |
Mary Chandras Scholarship Institutional scholarship awarded to meritorious students at Medical College, Kolkata. | Meritorious MBBS students; specific criteria per departmental norms | Variable |
ONGC Scholarship Oil and Natural Gas Corporation CSR scholarship for professional course students. | Students with family income below ₹6 lakh/year; merit-based | ₹48,000/year |
FFE (Foundation for Excellence) Scholarship Non-governmental merit scholarship for students from economically weaker sections pursuing professional education. | Meritorious students from low-income families | Variable; up to ₹30,000/year |
AIKYASHREE Scholarship West Bengal minority community scholarship. | Students from minority communities in West Bengal | Up to ₹20,000/year |
Kunja Kusum Scholarship Institutional scholarship at Medical College, Kolkata. | Meritorious or financially needy students | Variable |
Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means (SVMCM) Scholarship Government of West Bengal flagship scholarship. Most popular scholarship at MCK. | Family income below ₹2.5 lakh/year; min. 75% in qualifying exam | Up to ₹60,000/year (₹5,000/month) |
OASIS Scholarship (West Bengal) State government scholarship for pre and post-matric students. | SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in West Bengal | Variable by category |
WBUHS Merit Scholarship West Bengal University of Health Sciences merit scholarship for deserving students. | Students with outstanding academic performance in MBBS exams | Variable |
Dr. Chandran Scholarship Institutional scholarship. Students meeting criteria should contact college administration. | Meritorious or financially needy MBBS students | Variable |
Kunja Kusum Scholarship Institutional scholarship at Medical College, Kolkata. | Meritorious or financially needy students | Variable |
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Central Government scheme. | SC/ST students | Partial/full fee as per government norms |
INSPIRE Scholarship (DST) DST-INSPIRE scholarship for outstanding students in science programs. | Top 1% in Class XII board exams; for science stream students | ₹80,000/year |
WBUHS Merit Scholarship West Bengal University of Health Sciences merit scholarship for deserving students. | Students with outstanding academic performance in MBBS exams | Variable |
AIKYASHREE Scholarship West Bengal minority community scholarship. | Students from minority communities in West Bengal | Up to ₹20,000/year |
OASIS Scholarship (West Bengal) State government scholarship for pre and post-matric students. | SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in West Bengal | Variable by category |
Mary Chandras Scholarship Institutional scholarship awarded to meritorious students at Medical College, Kolkata. | Meritorious MBBS students; specific criteria per departmental norms | Variable |
FFE (Foundation for Excellence) Scholarship Non-governmental merit scholarship for students from economically weaker sections pursuing professional education. | Meritorious students from low-income families | Variable; up to ₹30,000/year |
Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means (SVMCM) Scholarship Government of West Bengal flagship scholarship. Most popular scholarship at MCK. | Family income below ₹2.5 lakh/year; min. 75% in qualifying exam | Up to ₹60,000/year (₹5,000/month) |
ONGC Scholarship Oil and Natural Gas Corporation CSR scholarship for professional course students. | Students with family income below ₹6 lakh/year; merit-based | ₹48,000/year |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities

Laboratories
State-of-the-art pre-clinical and para-clinical laboratories: Anatomy (dissection halls with cadavers, histology), Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, and Forensic Medicine. Clinical laboratories within MCHK hospital are fully equipped with modern diagnostic equipment. The college has ICMR-funded research laboratories (MRU, SANKALP, etc.) for specialized research work. All labs are maintained as per NMC norms.

Campus
The campus of Medical College Kolkata spans 26 acres in the heart of Kolkata's intellectual district — College Square (Boi Para), College Street. The campus features the iconic Administrative Block with its historic clock tower, the Oval lawn, multiple hospital blocks, the academic building, hostels, auditorium, sports ground, and canteen facilities. The campus is well-connected by metro, bus, and rail. The historic architecture blends with modern hospital and academic infrastructure. The grounds include demonstration rooms, Wi-Fi-enabled academic zones, and unique cultural landmarks reflective of the college's 190-year heritage.

Classrooms & Academic Infrastructure
Spacious lecture theatres with audio-visual systems and projectors. Demonstration rooms for practical training. Smart classrooms in the academic block. Departmental seminar halls for small-group teaching. Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology museums. Well-maintained dissection halls. Weekly 'item' tests and internal assessments conducted for continuous evaluation. The academic schedule is rigorous — 3 internal exams per year per subject plus final university exams (WBUHS).

Hostel
Separate boys (New Hostel Building) and girls (Ratri Nibas) hostel blocks on campus. Single and double-sharing rooms with study table, chair, cupboard, and basic furniture. Mess serves three meals daily plus evening snacks/tea. Canteens: one on the 1st floor of New Hostel Building and one on the ground floor of Ratri Nibas. Common rooms for recreation. Annual hostel cultural festival 'Orpheus'. Nominal annual hostel fee (~₹144/year). 24×7 security. Wi-Fi in common areas.

Library
The Medical College Kolkata Library was founded in 1839 — one of the oldest medical libraries in Asia. It houses a vast collection of medical books, journals (national and international), dissertations, theses, and e-resources. The library provides internet-enabled access to digital databases including PubMed, Cochrane, and other biomedical repositories. Separate sections are available for UG and PG students. Wi-Fi access is available in the library and academic building. The library is a research hub, regularly updated with current publications across all medical specialties.

Sports Facilities
Sports and recreational facilities on campus including playgrounds for cricket and football. Common rooms in hostels. Indoor sports facilities. Students actively participate in inter-medical college tournaments (Medicos' Week, MCI sports events). The college's central Kolkata location also gives students access to nearby public parks, the Maidan, and the Victoria Memorial grounds.
Hostel & Accommodation
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The total tuition fee for the full MBBS program (9 semesters × ₹4,500 = ₹40,500) is among the lowest in India. One-time charges at admission: admission fee ₹6,500 and caution money ₹1,000. Annual hostel fee is a nominal ₹144/year. Total all-in cost for 5.5 years (tuition + admission + hostel) is approximately ₹60,000–₹80,000. No management quota or NRI quota exists — all seats are merit-based government quota.
Yes. Compulsory rural/government service is required after completing MBBS. A service bond is executed at the time of admission and the bond penalty is levied on non-compliance.
Established on January 28, 1835, it is the oldest medical college in Asia to teach modern Western medicine. It was at this institution that Madhusudan Gupta performed the first human dissection in India in 1836. It was founded under Lord William Bentinck and opened to classes on June 1, 1835. The college's library, founded in 1839, is among the oldest in Asia.
No. Medical College Kolkata is a fully government-run institution. There is no management quota, NRI quota, or direct admission. All 250 MBBS seats are filled purely on NEET merit through MCC (15% AIQ) and WBMCC (85% state quota) counselling.
General Medicine, General Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology (Regional Institute of Ophthalmology – only one in West Bengal), Otorhinolaryngology (ENT), Dermatology & Venereology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Anatomy, Pharmacology, Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Neurology (DM), Cardiology (DM), Gastroenterology (DM), Nephrology (DM), Endocrinology (DM), Pulmonary Medicine, Neurosurgery (MCh), Urology (MCh), Plastic Surgery (MCh), Head & Neck Surgery (MCh), Oncology, Emergency Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Blood Bank & Transfusion Medicine, Medical Laboratory Technology
1900 Beds
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