Government Medical College Chandigarh
About College
- On 20 January 1991, the former Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Chandra Shekhar, laid the foundation stone in Sector 32 on 36.09 acres of land provided by the Chandigarh Administration. The construction on this college and hospital began in 1991.
- Meanwhile, the Government Medical College began operations from the Prayaas building in Sector 38 in Chandigarh, with the General facility in Sector 16 as an affiliated teaching facility. With a total annual intake of 132 students, it now offers postgraduate courses in Anaesthesia, Dermatology, General Surgery, Microbiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Ent, Paediatrics, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, Psychiatry Radiodiagnosis, Radiation Oncology, and Transfusion Medicine.
- Postgraduate programmes will soon begin in the remaining subjects. As of the 2013–14 academic year, there are now 100 MBBS students being accepted each year. The number of MBBS students admitted each year has been increased to 150 as of the 2019–20 academic year.
Highlights
| Approved By | The National Medical Commission (NMC) |
| Ranking | 15th by The Week of 2021 25th by NIRF 202015th by India Today 2021 |
| Awards | |
| Affiliated Hospital | Government Medical College and Hospital |
| Accreditation | |
| Student / Lecturers ratio | |
| Coaching | Coaching facilities are available at the college for the students. |
| Quality of Education | Excellent quality of education with a well-rounded and extensive curriculum |
Infrastructure and Facilities
- Campus
The Government Medical College campus is situated in Chandigarh. The campus covers an area of 36 acres and offers a serene and peaceful environment.
- Library
The library is well-equipped with books and reference materials. It provides books for various specializations and offers a conducive environment for learning.
- Labs
The campus has labs where students may get practical knowledge. These labs are well-equipped with the most up-to-date technology and equipment available on campus. Some of the labs of the college are:
- Pathology Lab
- Microbiology Lab
- Biochemistry Lab
- Hospital
The college has a hospital in the campus and is located in Block-A, with approximately 250 beds, emergency areas for various specialties, ICU, operating rooms, private and general wards.
- Hostels
The hostels on campus are well-equipped and tidy. Separate hostels are available for male and female students. They also offer several amenities, like access to wi-fi, power backup, and various other facilities.
- Food
There is a mess facility in the college, and the hostel mess serves fresh and hygienic food.
Scholarships
Ranking
| Ranking | 15th by The Week of 2021 25th by NIRF 202015th by India Today 2021 |
FAQs
1. How much do interns at the GMCH earn?
On average the Government Medical College, Chandigarh pays a stipend of 18,000 to their students.
2. What programs are offered by the Government Medical College in Chandigarh?
The Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Chandigarh is a well-known institution offering DM, Master of Surgery, B.Sc., B. OPTM, MBBS, MD, and MS programmes. Students may choose from these programmes to further their education.
3. How many government and private institutions in Chandigarh are accredited by the National Medical Commission (NMC)?
In Chandigarh, there is just one Government College that has been authorized by the NMC.
4. Who is eligible for admission to GMCH Chandigarh?
BDS, BHMS, MBBS, B. Optom, BSc. At the undergraduate level, GMCH provides a variety of medical courses. Candidates seeking admission to UG courses must be 17 years old as of December 31 of the academic year.
5. What is the monthly pay of MBBS doctors in Chandigarh?
In Chandigarh, the average monthly income for a doctor is 73,289 rupees.
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Amenities
- Wide Campus
- Well-equipped Labs
- specialized Library
- Hostels
- hygienic food