Government Medical College Kottayam 2026-27: Admission, Courses, Fees, Bond, Stipend, Cutoff, etc.

Government Medical College Kottayam is popularly known as GMC Kottayam, located in Kottayam, Kerala. It was established in year 1962 and Affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences. It is approved by National Medical Commission (NMC). The college offers Undergraduate MBBS and postgraduate MD/MS both courses in medical field.

In this article, we provide complete information about the college, Like: Admission procedure, courses offered, Intake capacity, Cutoff etc.

College Summary

Before we complete the college review, let us look at the critical details of GMC Kottayam.

Name of Institute	Government Medical College Kottayam
Popular Name	GMC Kottayam
Location	Kottayam, Kerala
Year of Establishment	1962
Institution Type	Govt.
Affiliated to	Kerala University of Health Sciences
Approved by	National Medical Commission (NMC)
Courses offered	MBBS, MD/MS
Conducting Authority	Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala
Hostel Facilities	Yes (Girls & Boys)
Gender	Co-ed
Faculty Count	375+
Number of beds	2094+
Campus Size	265 acres
Official website	https://kottayammedicalcollege.org/
Category	Medical Colleges in Kerala

Why Choose Government Medical College Kottayam?

• Located at Kottayam, Kerala with excellent connectivity.
• Approximately 90 Km from Cochin International Airport, – easy access for outstation and international students.
• Modern campus with smart classrooms, state-of-the-art laboratory, library, and hostel facilities.
• Modern infrastructure with experienced and qualified faculties.
• 2094+ bed teaching hospital provides excellent clinical training exposure to students.

Courses Offered

GMC Kottayam offers quality medical programs under the supervision of highly qualified faculty and state-of-the-art infrastructure. The College is famous for its undergraduate and postgraduate medical programs.

MBBS Course

Course	Duration	Intake
MBBS	4.5 Years +1 Year Internship	175

MD/MS Course

Course	Duration
MD/MS	3 Years

MD/MS Intake Capacity

PG Course	Intake	PG Course	Intake
MD ANAESTHESIOLOGY	14	MS ORTHOPAEDICS	9
MD BIOCHEMISTRY	2	MS OBST.&GYNAE	11
MD FORENSIC MEDICINE	2	MD ANATOMY	2
MD MICROBIOLOGY	2	MD DERMATOLOGY, VENEROLOGY & LEPROSY	5
MD PATHOLOGY	8	MD GENERAL MEDICINE	14
MD PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION	1	MD PAEDIATRICS	10
MD PREVENTIVE & SOCIAL MEDICINE	2	MD PHARMACOLOGY	2
MD RADIODIAGNOSIS	1	MD PHYSIOLOGY	2
MD TB & RESPIRATORY DISEASES	2	MD RADIOTHERAPY	2
MS GENERAL SURGERY	12	MS OPHTHALMOLOGY	6
MS ENT	6	MD – BIO-CHEMISTRY	2

Admission Process 2026-27

The admission process of Government Medical College Kottayam MBBS and MD/MS Courses, you must follow the college admission process; here in this Section, we provide detailed information about the UG and PG Admission Process.

Particular	Description
Eligibility Criteria	UG: Candidates must pass 12th with PCB and English, scoring 50% marks and 40% for reserved categories. At least 17 years old by December 31 of the admission year. PG: Candidates must hold an MBBS degree with a minimum of 50% marks from an NMC-recognised medical college and must complete a one-year internship by March 31.
Entrance Exam	MBBS: NEET UG MD/MS: NEET PG
UG Counselling	After qualifying for the NEET entrance exam, candidates must participate in the Kerela NEET UG Counselling, conducted by Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala.
PG Counselling	After qualifying for the NEET PG entrance exam, candidates must participate in the Kerela NEET PG Counselling, conducted by the Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala.

Fee Structure

The below section shows the Government Medical College Kottayam Fee Structure.

Course	Annual Tuition Fee	Other Fees (Approx.)	Total Annual Fee
MBBS	₹23,150	₹5,800	₹28,950
MD / MS	₹57,890	₹23,160	₹81,050
DM / M.Ch	₹1,33,130	₹31,280	₹1,64,410

Bond & Stipend Amount

In this section, you will get the information about the Government Medical College Kottayam Bond amount for MBBS and MD/MS Courses; candidates can check the complete bond details in the table below.

Courses	Bond
MBBS	Total Years = 1 Penalty = 1000000 Stipend = 25000 /month
MD/MS	Total Years =1 Penalty = 5000000 Stipend =55120 /month

MBBS Cutoff

Understanding the previous year’s cutoff for Kottayam Medical College under the All India Quota during counselling can provide insights into your chances of securing admission to this institution.

All India Counselling (AIQ) NEET 2024 Score Cutoff

Category	2024	2025
General (GN)	6,192	7,279
OBC	7,018	13,627
EWS	18,774	13,677
SC	94,772	138,385
ST	62,582	125,638

MD/MS Cutoff

Knowing the NEET score cutoff for different courses and categories at GMC Kottayam provides valuable information to gauge your likelihood of securing admission to a specific postgraduate course at this college.

For All India Counselling (AIQ) NEET PG Score Cut-off

Here’s the information in a table format for better clarity:

Specialty	2024 Closing Rank	2025 Closing Rank
MD General Medicine	784	443
MD Radio-diagnosis	813	476
MD Dermatology (DVL)	1,091	302
MD Paediatrics	3,902	2,577
MS General Surgery	2,775	3,844
MS Orthopaedics	6,987	7,795
MS OBGY	5,696	4,480
MD Psychiatry	10,471	11,072
MD Anaesthesiology	61,720	7,305
MD Pathology	48,372	13,162

Documents Required

Candidates allotted a seat in this college will be asked to report to complete the admission formalities with the following documents.

For UG Candidates

• NEET Admit Card
• NEET Scorecard or Rank Letter
• Class 10 certificate and marks sheet (for date of birth)
• Class 12 certificate and mark sheet
• ID proof (Aadhar/PAN Card/Driving License/Passport)
• Eight passport-size photographs
• Provisional Allotment Letter
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)

For PG Candidates

• MBBS Certificate.
• MBBS 3^rd Part II mark sheet.
• Medical Registration Certificate.
• Internship Completion Certificate.
• Photo identity proof in the form of a Certificate with an attested photo from the Head of the Institution last studied/Copy of Passport/Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Driving License (Self-attested photocopy after verifying with the original documents).
• Copy of: Birth Certificate for proof of age (if the date of birth is not given in the HSC mark sheet/ certificate).
• NEET PG Score Card.
• Copy of Online Counselling Registration Certificate
• Sponsorship Certificate from State Govt. If applicable.
• Passport size Photographs 8 copies.

College Facilities

Facility	Details & Features
Central Library	895 sq. m. area with 23,000+ books and 13,000+ digital journals (via ONOS). Open 8 AM to 8 PM.
Lecture Halls	Multiple smart classrooms with advanced audiovisual aids and digital teaching tools.
Laboratories	Department-specific labs (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, etc.) equipped for research and practicals.
Auditorium	Modern facility for seminars, workshops, and college events with high-capacity seating.
IT Infrastructure	Computer labs with high-speed internet and campus-wide Wi-Fi for academic use.
Medical Museum	Extensive collections in Anatomy, Forensic Medicine, and Pathology for student reference.

Hostel Facilities

Facility	Description
Mess System	Dividing System: Students manage the mess themselves. The total cost is divided equally among members. Both Veg and Non-Veg are served.
Drinking Water	RO purified water plants installed in every block.
Power Supply	24/7 electricity with generator backup for study halls and common areas.
Internet	Dedicated Wi-Fi zones and computer rooms for academic research.
Recreation	Common rooms equipped with Television, Table Tennis, Carrom, and Chess.
Fitness	Basic gymnasium/fitness center available in the Men’s and PG hostels.
Laundry	Dedicated areas for washing and drying clothes; some hostels have coin-operated machines.
Security	24/7 security personnel and CCTV surveillance at entrance points.

Comparison With Similar Colleges

College Name	Annual Fees	NEET 2024 Cutoff	Seat Intake	No. of Hospital Beds
Government Medical College Kottayam	₹23,150	6,192	175	2094+
GMC Konni	₹28,950 – ₹36,000	1,600 – 1,800	100	300
GMC Wayanad	₹31,570	1,600 – 1,800	50	600
GMC Thiruvananthapuram	₹31,570	400 – 600	250	1,950+
GMC Manjeri	₹27,580	1,200 – 1,400	110	500+

Contact Details

Government Medical College Kottayam
Address: Gandhi Nagar, Kottayam, Kerala 686008

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