Government Medical College Shahdol

About College

• Government Medical College, Shahdol, popularly referred to as GMC Shahdol, is a newly established medical college situated in Shahdol, a scenic, hilly location interspersed with mixed forests located in the North‐Eastern part of Madhya Pradesh. In 2015, one of the ambitious projects of the Government of India’s ‘Pradhan Mantri Swasth Suraksha Yojana’(PMSSY) was to establish a district hospital in Shahdol to provide essential medical care to the underprivileged people of this predominantly tribal area.
• District Hospital Shahdol and its associated Government Medical College were among seven places chosen for the upliftment of the region by the ‘Pariyojana Samiksha Samitee’ of the state of Madhya Pradesh.
• Government Medical College (GMC), Shahdol, affiliated with Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University, opened in 2019. The students and faculty are ably guided by the Dean and CEO, Dr. Milind Shiralkar, who is dedicated to producing competent medical graduates through a student-oriented medical curriculum. 
• The establishment of a teaching hospital along with the college has successfully moved the student from being an observer to gaining active hands-on experience. Government Medical College (GMC), Shahdol, is the first of its kind to offer comprehensive health services to the local people who earlier only had access to basic health care. Priority is given to people with low incomes, as this college has a patient-focused approach to patient care, taking into consideration the patient’s story as a crucial part of the diagnosis and treatment process.

Highlights

 Infrastructure and Facilities

• The newly constructed building of the Government Medical College, Shahdol, is spread over 41 acres and blends modern architecture with a canopy of greenery to create a tranquil atmosphere for students to study, socialize, or relax. Some of the infrastructure and facilities include:

Academic Block

• Spacious, state-of-the-art, well-stocked library 
• Four hi-tech lecture theaters
• Well-equipped laboratories
• Seminar rooms
• Examination hall
• Auditorium

Hostels

• Hostels for students (both boys and girls) present on campus, with sufficient parking space.
• Residential blocks for staff and faculty
• Guest House

Main Hospital Block

• ICU
• Special New-born Care Units
• 24×7 Emergency
• OPD
• Modern Operation Theatres
• Special features such as CT-MRI machine and Dialysis machine
• Blood Bank
• Ambulance
• Mortuary
• Liquid Oxygen Tank (10 thousand liters)

Amenities

• Volleyball court
• Football ground
• Cricket ground

Scholarships

• Government Medical College (GMC), Shahdol, has an unwavering commitment to academically brilliant students who are unable to finance their studies. Scholarship options for meritorious students are available based on their economic background. Financial aid is also provided for students who belong to minority communities. Additionally, Government Medical College, Shahdol, has supported students by providing laptops for their coursework. 

Advantages

• Large campus with ultramodern buildings equipped with advanced equipment. 
• The setting of the college is in a very serene location.
• The experienced faculty, guided by the enthusiastic dean, Dr Milind Shiralkar, provides a holistic student approach to the study of medicine.
• Hostel facilities are new and spacious, with ample parking space.
• Many extracurricular activities and fests to ensure the overall well-being of students.
• Nominal fees as compared to private institutions.
• The associated district hospital is nearby, the perfect avenue for students to receive sufficient practical experience.

Disadvantages

• The nearest airports are in Raipur and Jabalpur, 325 km and 220 km away from Shahdol. However, taxi services and trains are available. 

FAQs

Q1. What is the admission process for incoming MBBS students at Government Medical College, Shahdol?

Prospective candidates must write the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) examination and should obtain marks higher than the cutoff marks on the NEET-UG exam in order to qualify for admission at Government Medical College, Shahdol. All the available MBBS seats are allotted on a merit basis under the state quota through counseling conducted by Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University, Jabalpur, Madya Pradesh. 

Q2. When can students apply for a seat at Government Medical College, Shahdol?

The admission process of Government Medical College Shahdol usually takes place from the month of April to the end of September each year.

Q3. What is the seat intake at Government Medical College, Shahdol?

Government Medical College, Shahdol, is approved for a yearly intake of 100 available seats. 

Q4. What is the fee structure of Government Medical College, Shahdol?

The current fee structure of Government Medical College is affordable at around Rs1,22,000 per annum

Q5. Are there extracurricular activities for the students at Government Medical College, Shahdol?

There are recreational facilities available for all students to ensure the all-round development of The college celebrates all important festivals and conducts cultural fests and the annual fest, Genome.  

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