Government Medical College and Hospital, Sundargarh

About the Institute

Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sundargarh, is a state-run medical institution established in 2022. Located in the village of Sankara in Sundargarh district, Odisha, the college is part of the state government’s initiative to enhance medical education and healthcare services across the region. It is affiliated with Odisha University of Health Sciences and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

Key Highlights:

1. Academic Programs:

• Undergraduate Course:

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

  • Duration: 4.5 years plus 1-year compulsory internship

  • Annual Intake: 100 students

2. Academic Excellence:

• Follows the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum prescribed by NMC

• Focuses on integrated, patient-centered medical training from the first year onward

• Supported by qualified faculty and modern teaching tools

3. Clinical Training & Hospital Services:

• The attached hospital functions as a 500-bed tertiary care facility

• Offers clinical training in departments like General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Orthopedics, and more

• Provides emergency services, diagnostic labs, ICUs, and operation theatres

4. Infrastructure & Campus:

• Campus is spread over approximately 21 acres

• Includes administrative blocks, modern lecture theatres, academic departments, and pre-clinical labs

• Central library, computer labs, examination hall, and auditorium

• Separate hostels for male and female students

• Staff quarters and recreational facilities

5. Admissions:

• Admission to MBBS is based on NEET-UG rank

• Seat allocation is handled by the Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DMET), Odisha

• Reservations apply as per state and national government policies