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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.

 

Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... Highlights

Highlights

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

Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... Important Dates

(Tentative)

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.

Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... Admission Process

Admission Process

For MBBS:

  • Entrance Exam: NEET-UG
     
  • Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology; minimum 50% aggregate for General category (40% for SC/ST)
     
  • Counseling: KEAM (Kerala State Counseling) and MCC (All India Quota – 15%)
     

For MD/MS:

  • Entrance Exam: NEET-PG
     
  • Counseling: State quota and All India quota through MCC
     

For DM/M.Ch:

Entrance: NEET-SS

Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... Scholarship

Scholarships

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

Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... Rankings

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

Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... Courses & Fees

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

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Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... Facilities

Auditorium Auditorium

Cafeteria Cafeteria
Computer Lab Computer Lab
Gym Gym
Hostel Hostel
Laboratory Laboratory
Library Library
Medical Emergency Medical Emergency

Sport Sport


Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... Ratings & Reviews

Academics
Academics

8.5 / 10

Faculty
Faculty

8.1 / 10

Infrastructure
Infrastructure

8.1 / 10

Placement
Placement

7.9 / 10

Social Life
Social Life

7.9 / 10

Accommodation
Accommodation

8.4 / 10


Government Medical College, Thiruvananth... FAQs

GMCT is a government medical institution.

The annual intake is 250 students.

Admission is through NEET-UG for MBBS and NEET-PG/NEET-SS for higher studies.

Yes, there are well-facilitated hostels for both boys and girls.

The MBBS course fee is approximately ₹25,000 to ₹30,000 per year, being a government institution.

Yes, a compulsory 1-year internship is part of the MBBS curriculum with a stipend.

Government Medical College, Thiruvananth...  Address

Trivandrum Medical College, Medical College PO Thiruvananthapuram - 695011 Kerala, India

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