Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram (GMCT), also known as Trivandrum Medical College, is the oldest and one of the most prestigious medical institutions in Kerala. Established in 1951, it is affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Located in the state capital, the college is a key center for medical education, research, and patient care in southern India.
With a sprawling campus spread over 139 acres, GMCT is a hub of academic excellence, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, super specialty, and paramedical courses. It is associated with a large tertiary care hospital complex, making it a critical healthcare provider for the region.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram |
Location |
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
Established Year |
1951 |
Affiliated University |
Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) |
Approved By |
National Medical Commission (NMC) |
Campus Size |
139 acres |
Type |
Government |
Hospital Beds |
Over 3,000 beds |
Student Intake (MBBS) |
250 per year |
Important Dates (2025 Admission Cycle)
Event |
Date (Tentative) |
NEET UG Exam |
May 2025 |
NEET UG Result Declaration |
June 2025 |
Kerala State Counseling Begins |
July 2025 |
Reporting to Allotted College |
August 2025 |
Academic Session Commences |
August/September 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Entrance: NEET-SS
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
E-grantz (State Govt) |
For SC/ST/OBC students from Kerala |
Central Sector Scholarship |
Based on NEET rank and family income |
Institution-Level Awards |
For academic excellence, research, and outreach |
Ranked 42 out of 50 in India 2024) and 2nd in Kerala
Ranked 44 out of 100 in India 2024 and 3rd in Kerala
Body/Source |
Recognition |
NIRF (Medical) |
Among top government medical colleges in India |
India Today |
Ranked among top 25 medical colleges in India |
NAAC |
Accredited with high grading via parent university |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
M.B.B.S. | ₹31k (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 50% + NEET |
DM | ₹1.6 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | Post Graduation |
MS | ₹84k (1st Year Fees) | MBBS + PGNEET |
Trivandrum Medical College, Medical College PO Thiruvananthapuram - 695011 Kerala, India