Berhampur, Berhampur, Odisha, India, 760004
Maharaja Krushna Chandra Gajapati Medical College and Hospital (MKCG), located in Berhampur, Odisha, is one of the oldest and most prestigious government medical colleges in the state. Established in 1962, the college is named after Maharaja Krushna Chandra Gajapati, a key figure in the formation of modern Odisha. It plays a central role in providing medical education and healthcare services in southern Odisha.
1. Academic Programs:
Undergraduate Course:
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) – Intake: 250 students
Postgraduate Courses:
MD/MS in various specialties – Around 159 seats
Super-Specialty Courses:
DM and M.Ch programs in select disciplines
2. Academic Excellence:
Affiliated with Berhampur University
Recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)
Curriculum follows the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) framework with a focus on clinical and community-based learning
3. Research & Innovation:
Promotes research across clinical and non-clinical departments
Regular publication of research papers and participation in national academic forums
Involvement in health policy development, disease control programs, and community health research
4. Hospital & Clinical Training:
The attached teaching hospital provides tertiary care services to a large population
Includes emergency services, specialty departments, ICUs, and diagnostic labs
Serves as a regional referral hospital with practical training for students and interns
5. Infrastructure & Campus:
Campus spans over 160 acres with academic blocks, laboratories, a central library, hostels, and staff quarters
Includes lecture halls with digital learning facilities, simulation labs, and sports grounds
6. Admissions:
MBBS admission is through NEET-UG, based on national merit ranking
Postgraduate seats are filled through NEET-PG
Admission process follows central and state government reservation policies