Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College & Hospital, commonly known as Tanda Medical College, is a reputed government medical institution located in Tanda, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. Its roots trace back to a tuberculosis sanatorium inaugurated in 1958 by Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India . The medical college was established in 1996 and recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) (now NMC) provisionally in 2005, gaining permanent recognition in 2010 . Affiliated with Atal Medical & Research University, the institution serves as a key healthcare and educational hub in the region .
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College & Hospital |
Popularly Known As |
RPGMC Kangra / Tanda Medical College |
Location |
Tanda, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh |
Established Year |
1996 (Medical College), hospital origins 1958 |
Type |
Government Medical Institution |
Approved By |
National Medical Commission (MCI/NMC) |
Affiliated To |
Atal Medical & Research University |
Hospital |
500-bed teaching hospital |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Mode of Admission:
While no specific scholarships were listed in the sources, the institution is government-run and may adhere to scholarships for reserved categories as per state/government norms.
Parameter |
Details |
Internship Placement |
70% MBBS students placed; packages ranged from Rs 4 L to Rs 15 L; average ~Rs 7 L |
Clinical Collaborations |
Internships through tie-ups with institutions like AIIMS, JIPMER, MAMC, AFMC |
Ranked 13 out of 13 in India 2024 (Outlook Ranking)
Ranked 33 out of 55in India 2022 (India Ranking)
Ranked 24 out of 36 in India 2022 (The Week Ranking)
Body |
Recognition |
NMC (MCI) |
Recognized for MBBS and PG programs |
Affiliation |
Atal Medical & Research University |
Infrastructure |
Equipped with advanced diagnostic tools and robust campus facilities |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
MBBS | ₹60k (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 50% + NEET |
MS | ₹31.5k (1st Year Fees) | Graduation |
MS | ₹31.5k (1st Year Fees) | Graduation |