Established

1960

Institute Type

Government Medical College

Campus Area

154.28 acres

Location

Guwahati, Assam, India

Approved By

Medical Council of India (MCI)

IIRF Ranking

48 out of 100 colleges in India in 2023 

National Scholarships

Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students

• Offered by the Government of India.
• Eligibility: Based on merit and financial need, typically for students who have scored well in their qualifying exams.
• Benefits: Provides financial assistance for students pursuing higher education.

National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Scholarships

• Various scholarships available under the NSP for students belonging to different categories, including SC/ST/OBC and minority communities.
• Eligibility: Depends on the specific scholarship criteria, including merit, income, and community.

State Government Scholarships

Assam Government Scholarships

• The state government of Assam provides several scholarships for students belonging to SC/ST/OBC categories and economically weaker sections.
• Eligibility: Students from Assam enrolled in the college who meet the specific scholarship criteria.
• Benefits: Financial assistance covering tuition fees, books, and other educational expenses.

Post-Matric Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC Students

• Provided by the Government of Assam.
• Eligibility: SC/ST/OBC students pursuing higher education in recognized institutions.
• Benefits: Covers maintenance allowance, tuition fees, and other compulsory fees.

Merit-Based Scholarships

Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship

• Offered to meritorious students with financial needs.
• Eligibility: Based on academic performance and family income.
• Benefits: Financial support for tuition fees and other educational expenses.

Private Scholarships

Various NGOs and Private Organizations

• Some NGOs and private organizations provide scholarships to students based on merit or financial need.
• Eligibility and Benefits: Vary according to the specific scholarship provider.

Institutional Scholarships

Gauhati Medical College Endowment Fund Scholarships

• Sometimes, the college may have specific funds or endowments to support students financially.
• Eligibility: Generally merit-based or need-based.

Educational Loan Assistance

Education Loans

• Students can also avail of education loans from various banks with interest subsidies provided under government schemes for economically weaker sections.

Semester for Placement

After the 7th semester

Placement Percentage

70-80%

Internship Location

In the hospital affiliated with the college

Internship Guidance

Interns are guided by senior doctors

Internship Duration

1 year

Internship Departments

Psychiatry, Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBS and GYNE), Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Forensic, etc.

Internship Experience

The most hectic part of MBBS; provides significant learning opportunities in all departments

Internship Stipend

₹30,000 per month

Post-Internship Requirement

Compulsory rural service in the intern's home district for 1 year

Post-Rural Service Options

Opportunity to pursue a postgraduate (PG) seat with a stipend of around ₹50,000

Key Takeaway from Internship

Internship provides valuable experience and confidence in the medical profession, despite the demanding nature and relatively low stipend