Government Medical College and Hospital, Kalahandi

About the Institute

Saheed Rendo Majhi Medical College and Hospital (SRMMCH), located in Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi district, Odisha, is a government medical institution established to enhance medical education and healthcare services in the region. Named in honor of the local freedom fighter Saheed Rendo Majhi, the college commenced its academic session in 2023. It is affiliated with Kalahandi University and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

Key Highlights:

1. Academic Programs:

• Undergraduate Course:

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

  • Duration: 5.5 years (including 1-year compulsory internship)

  • Annual Intake: 100 students

2. Academic Excellence:

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

• Emphasizes integrated learning with a focus on clinical exposure from the early stages of the program

3. Clinical Training & Hospital Services:

• The attached hospital serves as a tertiary care center with a capacity of 500 beds

• Provides comprehensive healthcare services, including outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and diagnostic facilities

• Offers students hands-on clinical training in various medical specialties

4. Infrastructure & Campus:

• The college campus spans 35 acres and includes:

  • Administrative and academic blocks

  • Lecture theatres and seminar halls

  • Well-equipped laboratories and a central library

  • Separate hostels for male and female students

  • Staff quarters and recreational facilities

5. Admissions:

• Admission to the MBBS program is through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG)

• Seat allocation is conducted via centralized counseling by the Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DMET), Odisha

• Reservations and seat matrix are as per government norms