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Dharanidhar Medical College and Hospital, Kendujhar

At-Kabitra, Near DD College, P.O-Keonjhargarh, Keonjhar, Odisha, India, 758001

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About the Institute

Dharanidhar Medical College and Hospital (DMCH), located in Keonjhar, Odisha, is a government medical institution established in 2022. The college was founded to enhance medical education and healthcare services in the region. It is affiliated with the Odisha University of Health Sciences (OUHS) and is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

Key Highlights:

1. Academic Programs:

  • Undergraduate Course:

    • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) – 100 seats

2. Academic Excellence:

  • The college follows the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum as per NMC guidelines.

  • Emphasis is placed on integrating theoretical knowledge with practical skills to produce competent medical professionals.

3. Research & Innovation:

  • DMCH encourages faculty and students to engage in research activities, focusing on regional health issues and community medicine.

  • Workshops, seminars, and conferences are organized to foster a research-oriented environment.

4. Hospital & Clinical Training:

  • The attached District Headquarters Hospital (DHH), Keonjhar, serves as the teaching hospital, providing a wide range of medical services.

  • The hospital has a capacity of 385 beds and caters to approximately 1,500 outpatients daily.

  • It offers services across various departments, including General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Orthopedics, ENT, and Ophthalmology.

5. Infrastructure & Campus:

  • The college campus spans over 44.40 acres, featuring:

    • Modern lecture halls and classrooms

    • Well-equipped laboratories

    • Central library with digital resources

    • Separate hostels for male and female students

    • Sports and recreational facilities

  • A new building for the teaching hospital is adjacent to the college, enhancing clinical training opportunities.

6. Admissions:

  • Admission to the MBBS program is through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • Counseling and seat allocation are managed by the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Cell under the Department of Health and Family Welfare.

Undergraduate/ Bachelors (UG)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

  • MBBS