Government Medical College, Kozhikode Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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Total Courses
36 Courses
Government Medical College, Kozhikode - Overview
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About Government Medical College, Kozhikode
Government Medical College, Kozhikode — popularly known as Calicut Medical College (CMC) — was established on August 5, 1957, as the second medical college in Kerala. Inaugurated by Health Minister Dr. A. R. Menon, the institution has grown into a premier national center for medical education, healthcare, and research. Spread across a sprawling 270-acre campus about 8 km east of Kozhikode city, it is affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The college serves nearly 40% of Kerala's population through its vast hospital complex. With 250 MBBS seats, 215 PG seats across 26 disciplines, and 29 super-specialty seats across 10 disciplines, it is one of India's largest medical colleges. The attached teaching hospital has a total bed strength of 3025, making it the largest hospital in the country by bed capacity. Landmark institutions within the campus include the Institute of Maternal and Child Health (IMCH, 1100 beds), the Regional Cancer Centre, the Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (IMHANS), the Institute of Palliative Medicine, and the Institute of Sports Medicine. GMC Kozhikode pioneered Family Medicine as a government medical college discipline in India and publishes the internationally indexed Calicut Medical Journal.
Government Medical College 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 Government Medical College, Kozhikode courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
Government Medical College, Kozhikode Courses
35 CoursesMD Paediatrics
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Community Medicine
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Anaesthesiology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD General Medicine
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Pathology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
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
MD Radio-Diagnosis
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Psychiatry
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Emergency Medicine
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Microbiology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
DM Cardiology
MD General Medicine / MD Paediatrics with NEET SS qualification
MD Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
DM Neurology
MD General Medicine with NEET SS qualification
MS Orthopaedics
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
DM Nephrology
MD General Medicine with NEET SS qualification
MD Anatomy
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
MD Pharmacology
MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MD Paediatrics 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Community Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Anaesthesiology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD General Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Pathology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 23.1K | 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 |
MD Radio-Diagnosis 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Psychiatry 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Emergency Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Microbiology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
DM Cardiology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MD General Medicine / MD Paediatrics with NEET SS qualification |
MD Forensic Medicine & Toxicology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
DM Neurology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MD General Medicine with NEET SS qualification |
MS Orthopaedics 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
DM Nephrology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MD General Medicine with NEET SS qualification |
MD Anatomy 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
MD Pharmacology 1 specialization | ₹ 25K | MBBS degree with NEET PG qualification |
Government Medical College, Kozhikode 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
Required Entrance Exams
NEET SS
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET SS
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
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Placement Highlights 2024
As a government medical college, traditional campus placements are not conducted for core MBBS/MD/MS programs. Graduates pursue NEET PG for postgraduate specialization, fulfil government service bonds, join government/private hospitals, or establish private practice. Allied health graduates (optometry, radiotherapy technology) report placement in corporate hospitals with average packages of approximately Rs. 3.5–5 LPA. GMC Kozhikode alumni hold prominent positions in hospitals, research institutions, and healthcare organizations worldwide.
Top Recruiters & Packages
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20
IIRF Ranking (2024)
Approved
NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) (2024)
Top 15 Govt Medical Colleges
India Today (2024)
Complete Rankings Report
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
IIRF Ranking (2024) | 20 |
NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) (2024) | Approved |
India Today (2024) | Top 15 Govt Medical Colleges |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Central merit scholarship for students securing high ranks in NEET UG, available through the National Scholarship Portal.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
NSP Central Sector Merit Scholarship Central merit scholarship for students securing high ranks in NEET UG, available through the National Scholarship Portal. | Top-ranked NEET students satisfying NSP income criteria | Varies by scheme |
OBC/SEBC Post-Matric Scholarship Post-matric scholarship from Kerala Backward Communities Welfare Department for OBC/SEBC students in professional courses. | OBC/SEBC students from Kerala domicile pursuing MBBS | As per state norms |
EWS Scholarship Scholarship for Economically Weaker Section students under the 10% EWS reservation policy of the Government of India. | EWS category students with annual family income below Rs. 8 lakh | Varies |
Kerala State Government Merit Scholarship Merit scholarship from the Government of Kerala for academically exceptional students in government medical institutions. | Students with outstanding Plus Two marks from Kerala domicile in government medical colleges | Varies |
Minority Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala) Scholarship from the Kerala Minority Welfare Department for minority students pursuing professional medical courses. | Minority community students (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Zoroastrian, Jain) from Kerala with annual family income below Rs. 2 lakh | As per state norms |
Central Government SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship Post-matric scholarship from Ministry of Social Justice for SC/ST students in professional medical courses. | SC/ST students from Kerala pursuing MBBS and allied programs | As per Gov norms |
NSP Central Sector Merit Scholarship Central merit scholarship for students securing high ranks in NEET UG, available through the National Scholarship Portal. | Top-ranked NEET students satisfying NSP income criteria | Varies by scheme |
OBC/SEBC Post-Matric Scholarship Post-matric scholarship from Kerala Backward Communities Welfare Department for OBC/SEBC students in professional courses. | OBC/SEBC students from Kerala domicile pursuing MBBS | As per state norms |
Central Government SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship Post-matric scholarship from Ministry of Social Justice for SC/ST students in professional medical courses. | SC/ST students from Kerala pursuing MBBS and allied programs | As per GoI norms |
Kerala State Government Merit Scholarship Merit scholarship from the Government of Kerala for academically exceptional students in government medical institutions. | Students with outstanding Plus Two marks from Kerala domicile in government medical colleges | Varies |
Minority Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala) Scholarship from the Kerala Minority Welfare Department for minority students pursuing professional medical courses. | Minority community students (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Zoroastrian, Jain) from Kerala with annual family income below Rs. 2 lakh | As per state norms |
EWS Scholarship Scholarship for Economically Weaker Section students under the 10% EWS reservation policy of the Government of India. | EWS category students with annual family income below Rs. 8 lakh | Varies |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Institute of Sports Medicine
Dedicated institute for sports medicine offering evaluation, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and treatment for sports injuries, serving athletes from across Kerala.
Super-Specialty Block
Multistoried super-specialty complex housing cardiac cath lab, MRI scan, Doppler ultrasound, digital radiography, and advanced critical care units for DM/MCh super-specialty disciplines.
Campus
The Government Medical College, Kozhikode (Calicut Medical College) spans a sprawling 270-acre campus that functions as a self-contained "medical city" on the outskirts of the city. Established in 1957, it is home to one of India's largest healthcare facilities with a massive 3,025-bed capacity, including specialized institutes for Maternal and Child Health (IMCH), Chest Diseases, and Palliative Medicine. The campus features historic stone buildings integrated with modern super-specialty blocks, vast clinical laboratories, and a 24/7 digital library, all supporting a high-density learning environment where students manage an immense and diverse patient load of over 5,000 OPD visits daily.
Institute of Sports Medicine
Dedicated institute for sports medicine offering evaluation, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and treatment for sports injuries, serving athletes from across Kerala.
Super-Specialty Block
Multistoried super-specialty complex housing cardiac cath lab, MRI scan, Doppler ultrasound, digital radiography, and advanced critical care units for DM/MCh super-specialty disciplines.
24x7 Emergency & Trauma Care
Round-the-clock emergency, casualty, and trauma services with advanced resuscitation, trauma bays, and ambulance services. One of the busiest emergency departments in Kerala.
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Campus Gallery
Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions
GMC Kozhikode's teaching hospital complex has a total bed strength of 3025, making it the largest hospital in India by bed capacity. The campus houses multiple specialized institutions: the Institute of Maternal and Child Health (IMCH, 1100 beds), Regional Cancer Centre, Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (IMHANS), Institute of Palliative Medicine, and the Institute of Sports Medicine.
All MBBS graduates from government medical colleges in Kerala, including GMC Kozhikode, must complete a compulsory 1-year rural/government service bond after internship, as mandated by the Government of Kerala. Breach of this bond attracts a penalty as per government orders.
Yes, GMC Kozhikode (NIRF ID: IR-D-C-8043) participates in NIRF rankings and is consistently ranked among the top 20–25 medical colleges in India. For the exact current rank, please check the official NIRF website at nirfindia.org.
For AIQ 2024, the Round 1 General category closing rank was approximately 1149. For 2025 (AIQ Round 1), the closing rank was 1173 for General category. This makes GMC Kozhikode one of the most competitive government medical colleges in India, typically requiring NEET scores above 660 for general category students.
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