Question 1

When was NBMCH established and who founded it?

Accepted Answer

NBMCH was established on November 18, 1968, by Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy — the legendary physician-statesman and Chief Minister of West Bengal who envisioned modern healthcare access for North Bengal. Originally named North Bengal University Medical College (NBUMC), it was renamed in 1978 to North Bengal Medical College and Hospital.

Question 2

What are the placement statistics for NBMCH?

Accepted Answer

IIRF 2024: 5th in West Bengal, 103rd in India. 80% placement rate. Highest package: ₹20–30 LPA. Minimum (training period): ₹15–18 LPA. PG graduates achieve higher specialist roles (₹20–30 LPA). Government health service positions, NEET-PG/NEXT specialisation, private hospitals, and research paths all available.

Question 3

What is unique about NBMCH's campus?

Accepted Answer

North Bengal Medical College has the biggest campus in West Bengal — 161 acres in a semi-urban setting at Sushrutanagar, Siliguri. Student review: 'North Bengal Medical College has the biggest campus in West Bengal. The infrastructure is way modern — it has smart boards in all lecture theatres with AC in each of them, well-equipped laboratories.' The 1,500-bed hospital with advanced super-specialty care makes NBMCH the largest tertiary healthcare institution in North Bengal.

Question 4

What is the MBBS fee at NBMCH?

Accepted Answer

Total MBBS programme fee: ₹40,500 (full course). Annual fee approximately ₹9,000. Hostel and mess fees are separate. 'Being a government college, tuition fees are nominal. Students mainly pay hostel, mess, and exam-related fees.'

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