Shri Jagannath Medical College and Hospital, Puri

About the Institute

Shri Jagannath Medical College and Hospital (SJMCH), located in Puri, Odisha, is a government-run medical institution established to expand access to medical education and healthcare in the coastal region of the state. The college aims to produce skilled medical professionals while providing comprehensive healthcare services to the population of Puri and surrounding districts.

Key Highlights:

1. Academic Programs:

• Undergraduate Course:

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) – Annual intake of 100 students

• The MBBS program follows the competency-based curriculum prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC) with a strong focus on both theoretical and clinical training.

2. Academic Excellence:

• Affiliated with Odisha University of Health Sciences (OUHS), Bhubaneswar

• Recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)

• Committed to delivering quality medical education with the support of experienced faculty and modern teaching methodology

3. Hospital & Clinical Facilities:

• The attached hospital functions as a multi-specialty tertiary care center offering services in General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Orthopedics, and more

• Includes Emergency Services, Operation Theatres, Diagnostic Labs, ICUs, and OPD departments

• Provides practical clinical exposure to students across all years of study

4. Infrastructure & Campus:

• Campus includes administrative blocks, academic buildings, lecture halls, laboratories, a central library, and separate hostels for male and female students

• Modern facilities for anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pre-clinical departments

• Residential quarters for faculty and medical staff

5. Admissions:

• Admission to the MBBS program is based on NEET-UG scores and conducted through centralized counseling under the Government of Odisha

• Reservations and seat allotment are as per state and national regulations