About GMC Thiruvananthapuram

Established in 1951, Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram is Kerala’s first and oldest medical college. It offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and super-specialty programs and is affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS).

Latest Updates

  • NEET PG 2025: Scheduled for June 15, 2025. Results are expected by July 15, 2025.

  • Counseling: NEET PG 2025 counseling for MD/MS admissions will commence shortly after the results.

  • Established: 1951

  • Affiliation: Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS)

  • Ownership: Government of Kerala

  • Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

  • Campus: Urban

  • Hospital Beds: Approximately 1,950

  • NIRF Ranking 2024: Ranked #42 in the Medical category

  • Notable Achievements:

    • Principal institute during the 1950s Asian flu pandemic

    • Developed the SAT Mix for managing childhood malnutrition

    • Part of the National Knowledge Network

Postgraduate Programs (MD/MS)

CourseDurationAnnual Tuition Fee
MD3 Years₹1.6 Lakhs
MS3 Years₹84,830
  • Hostel Fees: Approximately ₹41,970 per year

  • One-time Payments: Around ₹11,580 (includes refundable caution money) 

MD Specializations Offered

  • General Medicine

  • Paediatrics

  • Anaesthesiology

  • Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy

  • Psychiatry

  • Emergency Medicine

  • Radiodiagnosis

  • Pathology

  • Microbiology

  • Biochemistry

  • Pharmacology

  • Forensic Medicine

  • Physiology

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Respiratory Medicine

  • Radiation Oncology

MS Specializations Offered

  • General Surgery

  • Orthopaedics

  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology

  • Ophthalmology

  • ENT

  • NEET PG 2025: Candidates must appear for the NEET PG 2025 examination scheduled on June 15, 2025.

  • Counseling:

    • All India Quota (50%): Conducted by the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC)

    • Kerala State Quota (50%): Conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala

  • Seat Allotment: Based on NEET PG rank, preferences, and category.

NEET PG Cutoff 2024 (All India Quota)

SpecializationClosing Rank
MD Radiodiagnosis321
MD General Medicine455
MD Dermatology605
MD Paediatrics1,426
MS Orthopaedics1,979
MD Respiratory Medicine2,436
MS General Surgery2,757
MD Emergency Medicine2,943
MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology3,443
MS Ophthalmology6,757
MD Psychiatry6,913
MD Anaesthesiology9,370
MD Pathology14,629
MD Pharmacology18,834
MD Forensic Medicine21,474
MD Physiology38,954

Note: Cutoffs are subject to change each year based on various factors.

Placements & Career Opportunities

  • Median Salary (2023): ₹17.3 LPA for MD General Medicine graduates 

  • Average Package:

    • Postgraduates: ₹8–15 LPA

    • Super-Specialty Doctors: ₹20–25 LPA 

  • Top Recruiters: AIIMS, State Government Hospitals, WHO, ICMR, and private hospitals

  • NIRF 2024: Ranked #42 for MD in General Medicine 

  • Institutional Excellence: Recognized as one of the premier medical institutions in South India.

GMC Thiruvananthapuram offers various scholarships to support students financially. Below are some of the key scholarships available:

1. Central Sector Scholarship

  • Amount: ₹5,000 – ₹4,00,000 per annum

  • Eligibility:

    • Students enrolled in recognized colleges or universities

    • Family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum

    • Meritorious students from economically weaker sections

2. Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities

  • Eligibility:

    • Students belonging to minority communities

    • Minimum 50% marks in the previous examination

    • Annual family income less than ₹2,00,000

    • Should not be availing any other scholarship

3. State Merit Scholarship (Kerala)

  • Amount:

    • ₹1,250 per annum for UG students

    • ₹1,500 per annum for PG students

  • Eligibility:

    • Post-matriculation level students

    • Family income should be less than ₹1,00,000

4. Suvarna Jubilee Merit Scholarship

  • Amount: ₹10,000 per annum

  • Eligibility:

    • First-year students with a minimum of 50% marks

    • Belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families

    • Should not be availing any other scholarships

5. E-Grantz Scholarship

  • Eligibility:

    • Students belonging to SC/ST/OEC communities (no income limit)

    • SEBC/FC students with family income not exceeding ₹1,00,000

    • Pursuing post-matric courses approved by the university/board

6. Merit Cum Means Scholarship

  • Eligibility:

    • Students from minority communities

    • Family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 per annum

    • Pursuing technical/professional courses

7. Application Process

Campus Facilities

  • Hospital: A 1,950-bed hospital providing comprehensive healthcare services

  • Infrastructure: State-of-the-art laboratories, lecture halls, and research facilities

  • Hostels: Separate accommodations for male and female students with all amenities

  • Library: Extensive collection of medical literature and research journals

  • Sports & Recreation: Facilities for various indoor and outdoor sports

GMC Thiruvananthapuram - FAQs

Q1: What is the annual tuition fee for MD/MS programs at GMC Thiruvananthapuram?
A: The annual tuition fee is approximately ₹1.6 Lakhs for MD and ₹84,830 for MS programs. 

Q2: What was the NEET PG 2024 cutoff for MD Radiodiagnosis?
A: The closing rank for MD Radiodiagnosis was 321 under the All India Quota. 

Q3: What are the placement prospects after completing MD/MS from GMC Thiruvananthapuram?
A: Graduates have excellent placement opportunities, with median salaries ranging from ₹8–15 LPA, and up to ₹25 LPA for super-specialty doctors.

Q4: Does GMC Thiruvananthapuram offer hostel facilities?
A: Yes, the college provides separate hostel accommodations for male and female students with all necessary amenities.

Q5: What is the duration of the MD/MS programs?
A: Both MD and MS programs have a duration of 3 years.

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