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                                        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 |