PSG Institute of Medical Sciences, Coimbatore

Overview

About College

  • PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (PSG IMSR) is a renowned medical college in Peelamedu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. It was established in 1985 by PSG & Sons Charities Trust, founded in 1926 by the philanthropist and industrialist Thiru PSG Venkataswamy Naidu. 
  • PSG IMSR offers undergraduate (MBBS), postgraduate (MD, MS), and super-speciality (DM, MCh) courses in various medical disciplines. The college has a 700-bedded hospital with modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment. The hospital provides medical care in various specialities, such as cardiology, neurology, oncology, gastroenterology, nephrology, and more.
  • The college's research center focuses on stem cell research, cancer research, neurosciences, and more. PSG IMSR collaborates with various national and international institutions for academic and research purposes.
  • The founder of PSG IMSR is Thiru PSG Venkataswamy Naidu, who founded PSG & Sons Charities Trust in 1926. The current Dean of PSG IMSR is Dr R. V. Kumar, also the Director of PSG Hospitals. He is a renowned neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience in medicine.
  • PSG IMSR has a dedicated team of faculty members who are highly qualified and experienced in their respective fields. The college has an active student council that organizes various extracurricular activities such as cultural events, sports, and more. PSG IMSR has various facilities such as a library, hostel, cafeteria, and sports complex for the overall development of its students. PSG IMSR has a rich history and continues to provide quality education and healthcare services to its students and patients.

Highlights

Approved By

National Medical Commission (MCI)  with the TamilNadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University.

Ranking - Country/World

Ranked 7th  in TAMIL NADU 

Ranked 2nd in outstanding medical colleges 

Awards

GRG medical gold medal

Ranked in the Top 10 medical sciences and research colleges in India

Affiliated hospitals

PSG IMS Teaching hospitals

Accreditation

National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A' grade.

Cadavers to practice

Yes

Coaching 

Provides coaching and training programs for doctors and other healthcare professionals in various specialties.

The college also conducts various workshops, seminars, and conferences for knowledge enhancement.


Note: details regarding scholarship and last year's results are not available.

Infrastructure and facilities

  1. Campus: PSG IMSR is on a sprawling campus of 55 acres in Peelamedu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. The campus has modern infrastructure and facilities, including academic buildings, administrative blocks, auditoriums, and sports facilities.

  2. Lab: PSG IMSR has well-equipped laboratories for various medical disciplines, such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, and more.

  3. Library: PSG IMSR has a central library with a vast collection of over 30,000 books, journals, and other resources related to medical sciences. The library also has an online database of medical literature and resources for students and faculty members.

  4. Clinical rotations: PSG IMSR provides clinical rotations and training for its students in various specialities such as cardiology, neurology, oncology, gastroenterology, nephrology, and more. Training is provided at PSG Hospitals and other affiliated hospitals and clinics.

  5. Hospitals: PSG IMSR has a 700-bedded hospital with modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment, also known as PSG Hospitals. The hospital provides medical care in various specialities, such as cardiology, neurology, oncology, gastroenterology, nephrology, and more.

  6. Hostels: PSG IMSR has separate hostels for male and female students. The hostels have basic amenities such as beds, study tables, chairs, and storage facilities. The hostels also have common areas for recreation and relaxation.

  7. Food: PSG IMSR has a cafeteria that provides hygienic and nutritious food for its students and faculty members. The cafeteria serves a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes at reasonable prices.

  8. Transportation: PSG IMSR provides transportation facilities for its students and faculty members. The college has many buses that commute from various parts of the city to the campus and back.

FAQs

1. What are the selection criteria for the MBBS course at PSG IMSR Coimbatore?

Candidates must have the following: 

  • NEET- UG exam result

  • 12th passed from 60% in the PCB stream 

2. How many courses are offered by PJS IMSR in MD/MS at the postgraduate level?

The college offers 15 disciplines in the MD course and 4 in the MS course allowing 54 seats.

3. How many expert faculties are there in the college?

There are around 15 faculties that specialize in a different subject at the college and assist in imparting quality knowledge.

4. How much relaxation is given to the SC/ST/OBC candidate?

A relaxation of 20% marks is given in the qualifying examination to the SC/ST/OBC students.

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