Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC), established in 1916, is a premier government medical institution exclusively for women, located in New Delhi. Affiliated with the University of Delhi and funded by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, LHMC is renowned for academic excellence, clinical training, and women's empowerment in medicine. The college is named after Lady Hardinge, the wife of the then Viceroy of India, and remains one of the most sought-after MBBS destinations in India.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Lady Hardinge Medical College |
Popularly Known As |
LHMC, New Delhi |
Location |
Connaught Place, New Delhi |
Established Year |
1916 |
Type |
Government Medical College |
Affiliated To |
University of Delhi |
Approved By |
National Medical Commission (NMC) |
Campus Size |
60+ acres (urban campus) |
Hospital Facilities |
Smt. Sucheta Kriplani Hospital & Kalawati Saran Children’s Hospital |
Parent Organization |
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India |
Event |
Date |
NEET UG 2025 Exam |
May 2025 |
NEET Result Declaration |
June 2025 |
MCC AIQ Counselling Start |
July 2025 |
Reporting to College |
August 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
August–September 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Mode of Admission:
Eligibility:
Internship + NEET PG qualification for MD/MS
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Central Sector Scholarships |
Based on family income < Rs 8 lakh |
Merit-Based Awards |
Top performers in internal exams |
SC/ST/OBC Scholarships |
As per Government of India norms |
Maulana Azad Scholarship (for girls) |
Minority students with merit |
Research Grants |
ICMR/UGC-sponsored UG research projects |
Parameter |
Details |
Internship Stipend |
Rs 26,300/month (Govt. of India) |
PG Residency Stipend |
Rs 85,000 – Rs 95,000/month |
Top Recruiters |
Central Govt. Hospitals, AIIMS, Armed Forces Medical Services |
Career Pathways |
PG, UPSC CMS, NEET PG/INI-CET, Research, Fellowships |
Alumni |
Holding senior positions in AIIMS, WHO, NHS (UK), UN bodies |
Indiatoday Ranked 9 for Overall by out of 55 in India 2024
NIRFRanked 29 for Overall by out of 50 in India 2024
IIRF Ranked 38 for Overall by out of 100 in India 2023
Ranking Body |
Ranking/Recognition (2024) |
NIRF (Medical) |
Ranked among Top 20 Medical Colleges in India |
India Today |
Ranked in Top 10 Govt. Medical Colleges |
NAAC Accreditation |
NAAC A+ (Affiliated University of Delhi) |
Recognized by |
National Medical Commission (NMC), WHO |
Historical Significance |
One of the oldest women's medical colleges in Asia |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
MDS | ₹ 18k ( 1st Year Fees) | B.D.S |
MD | ₹ 18k ( 1st Year Fees) | Post Graduation |
M.Ch | ₹ 18k ( 1st Year Fees) | Post Graduation |
C-604, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Road, Diz Area, Connaught Place New Delhi - 110001 Delhi NCR, India