Patna Medical College

About College

• Patna Medical College was originally started as a temple medical school in 1874, with a fee of Rs 2/per student. In 1925, the temple school was shifted to Darbhanga, and in its place, Prince of Wales Medical College was established, later known as Patna Medical College.
• The college is affiliated with Bihar University of Health Sciences. The college is located on Ashok Rajpath, Patna, the state capital of Bihar. The college houses more than 1700 beds for its patients, which is at par with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences.
• Dr. Vidya Pati Choudhary is the current serving Principal of the Patna Medical College. The college conducts vertical and horizontal integrated teaching sessions and weekly seminars to understand students better. Interactive sessions with the experts and alumni of the college are often conducted to encourage students and serve humanity.
• With renowned faculties and great facilities, the college has become one of the most renowned colleges in both Bihar and India.  

Highlights

Infrastructure & Facilities

The following is a list of the infrastructural aspects and facilities:

• Modern lecture theatres
• Central Library – With 6198 books, journals, and online resources available, the library college is well-maintained.
• Food – Different food options are available to the students. 
• Hostels – Separate and fully furnished rooms are available for girls and boys.
• Laboratory – The labs are well equipped with modern state-of-the-art technology and innovations.
• Hospital – The hospital has a great patient intake and is equipped with modern aids for diligently treating patients.

Scholarships

Patna Medical College is a government college, so the fees charged for various undergraduate and postgraduate courses are quite low. The college also provides scholarships to students from humble backgrounds. With financial aid from the college and support through various scholarships, students do not have to worry about their finances.

Ranking

All India Ranking - 51

Advantages

• Low fees
• Huge inflow of patients – an advantage for medical students
• Faculties of high caliber
• Academic and cultural activities lead to the holistic development of the students.
• 30 departments
• Weekly seminars and integrated teaching
• Anti-ragging cell

Disadvantages

• It might be difficult for students and staff to commute due to the lack of public transportation in the area.

FAQs

1. Does Patna Medical College provide hostel facilities?

Yes, the college provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls on the college premises.

2. Does Patna Medical College offer courses in Gastroenterology?

Yes, the college offers the gastroenterology course with a nominal fee charged for the course.

3. Does the Patna Medical College have a canteen?

Yes, the college has a canteen within its premises. It provides different food alternatives for students to choose from.

4. How are the hospital facilities of Patna Medical College?

The hospital hosts state-of-the-art ICU and lab services. With about 1700 patient beds, the hospital provides several high-quality services. The college also has 36 departments, including Psychiatry, Pharmacology, orthopedics, and nephrology.

5. Does Patna Medical College have an anti-ragging cell?

Yes, the college has its own anti-ragging cell that prohibits ragging. Strict action is initiated against individuals indulging in such prohibited activities.