Government Medical College, Kottayam Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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Public
Total Courses
80 Courses
Government Medical College, Kottayam - Overview
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About Government Medical College, Kottayam
Government Medical College, Kottayam, the third government medical college in Kerala, was formally inaugurated on December 3, 1962, by Chief Minister R. Sankar. Initially operating from the District Hospital, it shifted to its present sprawling 265-acre Gandhinagar campus in April 1970. Affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), the college holds an A++ NAAC grade and is designated a Regional Medical Education Center by NMC. With an annual intake of 175 MBBS students, 146 PG students (MD/MS/DM/MCh), and 196 pharmacy and paramedical students, the institution is served by 327 regular teaching faculty and over 1,550 support staff. The attached 2094-bedded tertiary care hospital handles over 3,000 outpatients and 500 emergency cases daily, functioning as the referral center for five districts. GMC Kottayam has achieved several medical firsts, including India's first government-sector heart transplant, Kerala's first test tube baby, the first government liver transplant (2022), and India's first government multidisciplinary transgender clinic.
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, Kottayam courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
Government Medical College, Kottayam Courses
66 CoursesMD Radiodiagnosis
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MS Ophthalmology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
DM Infectious Diseases
Post Graduation + NEET-SS
MCh Neurosurgery
Post Graduation + NEET-SS
MD Physiology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MBBS
10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC); valid NEET UG score; minimum age 17 years as on December 31 of admission year
MD Anatomy
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Psychiatry
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
M Ch Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Post Graduation + NEET-SS
MD General Medicine
MBBS degree registered with Medical Council; qualified NEET PG
MCh Genito Urinary Surgery
Post Graduation + NEET-SS
DM Cardiology
Post Graduation + NEET-SS
MD Anaesthesiology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Biochemistry
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
DM Neurology
Post Graduation + NEET-SS
MD Pulmonary Medicine
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
B. Pharm
10+2
MCh Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgery
Post Graduation + NEET-SS
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MD Radiodiagnosis 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MS Ophthalmology 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
DM Infectious Diseases 1 specialization | ₹ 5.05L - 5.06L | Post Graduation + NEET-SS |
MCh Neurosurgery 1 specialization | ₹ 5.05L - 5.06L | Post Graduation + NEET-SS |
MD Physiology 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 1.75L - 1.77L | 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC); valid NEET UG score; minimum age 17 years as on December 31 of admission year |
MD Anatomy 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Psychiatry 1 specialization | ₹ 25.50L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
M Ch Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 1 specialization | ₹ 5.05L - 5.06L | Post Graduation + NEET-SS |
MD General Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree registered with Medical Council; qualified NEET PG |
MCh Genito Urinary Surgery 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | Post Graduation + NEET-SS |
DM Cardiology 1 specialization | ₹ 5.05L - 5.06L | Post Graduation + NEET-SS |
MD Anaesthesiology 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Biochemistry 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
DM Neurology 1 specialization | ₹ 5.05L - 5.06L | Post Graduation + NEET-SS |
MD Pulmonary Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 2.55L - 2.56L | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
B. Pharm 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | 10+2 |
MCh Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgery 1 specialization | ₹ 5.05L - 5.06L | Post Graduation + NEET-SS |
Government Medical College, Kottayam 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 PG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET SS
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET SS
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Placement Highlights 2024
Being a government medical college, formal campus placements are not conducted. MBBS graduates proceed to NEET PG (postgraduate specialization), government service bonds, private hospital employment, or independent practice. The college reports a 100% internship utilization rate. Graduates of allied health and pharmacy programs see placement in hospitals and healthcare organizations with average packages of Rs. 9–10 LPA and highest packages up to Rs. 14–15 LPA.
Top Recruiters & Packages
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Approved
NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) (2023)
A++
NAAC (2023)
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) (2023) | Approved |
NAAC (2023) | A++ |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Government scholarship for EWS category students under 10% EWS reservation policy.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
EWS Scholarship Government scholarship for EWS category students under 10% EWS reservation policy. | Economically Weaker Section students with family income below Rs. 8 lakh per annum | Varies |
OBC/SEBC Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala) Backward community scholarship from Kerala Social Welfare Department for students pursuing MBBS and allied courses. | OBC/SEBC students from Kerala domicile | As per state norms |
Central Government SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship Post-matric scholarship for SC/ST students from Ministry of Social Justice for professional medical education. | SC/ST students from Kerala pursuing medical education | As per GoI norms |
NSP Merit Scholarship Central merit scholarship scheme available via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). | Top-ranked students satisfying income criteria from NSP portal | Varies |
APJ Abdul Kalam Scholarship Scholarship honoring Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, awarded for academic merit and socio-economic need to professional course students in Kerala. | Academically excellent students from economically weaker sections | Varies |
Prof. Joseph Mundassery Scholarship State government scholarship for minority community students in professional colleges in Kerala. | Students from minority communities with outstanding academic performance in Kerala government institutions | Varies |
Prof. Joseph Mundassery Scholarship State government scholarship for minority community students in professional colleges in Kerala. | Students from minority communities with outstanding academic performance in Kerala government institutions | Varies |
APJ Abdul Kalam Scholarship Scholarship honoring Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, awarded for academic merit and socio-economic need to professional course students in Kerala. | Academically excellent students from economically weaker sections | Varies |
OBC/SEBC Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala) Backward community scholarship from Kerala Social Welfare Department for students pursuing MBBS and allied courses. | OBC/SEBC students from Kerala domicile | As per state norms |
Central Government SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship Post-matric scholarship for SC/ST students from Ministry of Social Justice for professional medical education. | SC/ST students from Kerala pursuing medical education | As per GoI norms |
EWS Scholarship Government scholarship for EWS category students under 10% EWS reservation policy. | Economically Weaker Section students with family income below Rs. 8 lakh per annum | Varies |
NSP Merit Scholarship Central merit scholarship scheme available via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). | Top-ranked students satisfying income criteria from NSP portal | Varies |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Sports & Recreation Facilities
On-campus sports infrastructure including cricket ground, football ground, basketball court, volleyball court, table tennis, badminton court, and a gymnasium for students and staff.
Digital Library with e-Resources
Comprehensive library collection of medical textbooks, journals, and digital databases. Provides access to national and international peer-reviewed journals for students, residents, and faculty.
2094-Bedded Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital
One of the largest government hospitals in Kerala serving 3,000+ OPD patients and 500+ emergency cases daily. Functions as the primary referral center for five districts: Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, and Ernakulam. Also the referral hospital for Sabarimala pilgrims.
Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
State-of-the-art cardiac cath lab for interventional cardiology procedures including angioplasty and stenting, supporting the DM Cardiology super-specialty program.
Modern Operation Theatres
Multiple modular OTs across specialties including neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, urology, and general surgery, equipped with advanced laparoscopic and endoscopic systems.
Lecture Halls & Seminar Rooms
Spacious lecture halls with seating for 175 students, demonstration rooms, examination halls, and air-conditioned seminar rooms with audio-visual teaching aids.
Hostel & Accommodation
Campus Gallery
Campus
Events
Infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
GMC Kottayam has achieved several milestones: India's first government-sector heart transplant, Kerala's first test tube baby, the first government liver transplant in 2022, and India's first government multidisciplinary transgender clinic. It is also recognized as a Regional Medical Education Center by NMC.
MBBS tuition fee under government quota is Rs. 23,150 per year plus a one-time caution deposit of Rs. 2,210 and annual miscellaneous charges of approximately Rs. 1,660. Hostel fees are extra. Total for 4.5 academic years is approximately Rs. 1.2–1.5 lakh inclusive of all charges (excluding mess).
For AIQ 2024 (Round 1), the General category closing rank was approximately 2258. Round 3 General closing rank was 6192. For Kerala State Quota (KEAM Phase 2), SM General rank was 3859, EZ 4632, MU 4006, SC 16818. The college is highly competitive and students should aim for top NEET ranks.
Government Medical College, Kottayam has been accredited with an A++ grade by NAAC — the highest possible grade — reflecting its outstanding academic quality, infrastructure, research output, and governance.
Upcoming Exams
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