Government Medical College, Palakkad

About

For establishing the sanctioned medical college, the district administration located an unutilized site in the District of Palakkad. This District has the largest population of the Scheduled communities and there is currently no Government medical college in this district. For expediting the process, the Special Officer had filed an application before the Medical Council of India.

INTRODUCTION The Human Development Index in the country rose by 21% in 2011. Kerala is placed on top of the Index for achieving the highest literacy rate, quality health services and consumption expenditure of people. Delhi, Himachal and Goa are placed at 2nd, 3rd and 4th position. The Education Index of Kerala is 0.92 and The Health Care Index is 0.8. It is said good governance and social mobilization by the State Government is reflected by the fact that the members belonging to the Scheduled Caste and backward communities in Kerala are better off than the general population of many states such as Bihar, Chattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh in terms of various health outcome indicators.

The Government has agreed to sanction the required funds from the Schedules Caste Component Planned (SCP) Funds. The project is envisaged as a residential integrated educational institution for health care sciences. This will also have in- house facilities to meet all the basic needs of the residents. The proposal is to go for an environmental friendly green building with maximum energy sourced from renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. This institution will set a trend in health care education for others to follow in future.

Some Highlights of Government Medical College, Palakkad

Why Choose Government Medical College, Palakkad ?

 • It provides a government-college setting, which means more regulated fees compared to many private colleges.
 • Since Palakkad earlier did not have a government medical college, this fills a local-need gap, especially for students from that district or nearby areas.
 • Good clinical and departmental exposure: it has pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical departments covering the major medical disciplines.
 • Because it is relatively newer, infrastructure tends to be more modern / planned. Also lower student intake (so teacher-student ratio can be favourable).

Vision & Mission of Government Medical College, Palakkad

Vision

To build a center of excellence for the education and development of the next generation of physicians and scientists , to develop a holistic approach in the management of patients , to integrate traditional and new knowledge in the field of health care to foster research and innovation , to provide compassionate clinical care of the highest quality at the lowest possible cost.

Mission

To improve the quality and health of the lives of the communities we serve through dedication, understanding, discovery and healing and develop evidence based treatment stratergies most suited for our nation.

Admission Procedure

Goverment Medical College Palakkad Courses are offered at UG, Doctorate level. There are 4 courses offered at Goverment Medical College Palakkad. The courses are offered disciplines like Medical, Dental. Goverment Medical College Palakkad courses includes MBBS, M.D, BDS. Popular courses at Goverment Medical College Palakkad are MBBS, M.D, BDS.

Admission Criteria

MBBS Admission

For admission to MBBS program at Goverment Medical College Palakkad, candidates must have 10+2 with 50% + NEET. There are 100 seats for MBBS at Goverment Medical College Palakkad.

Eligibility

• MBBS is 5 years program. The Fees for MBBS is ₹ 1.16 Lakhs. The eligibility criteria for MBBS is 10+2 with 50% + NEET.
• M.D is 3 years program. The Fees for M.D is ₹ 4.56 Lakhs. The eligibility criteria for M.D is MBBS.
• BDS is 4 years program. The Fees for BDS is ₹ 83,360. The eligibility criteria for BDS is 10+2.

Scholarships

• Multiple government and state scholarships are available for deserving and economically weaker students.
  Examples include:

  • Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for college and university students.

  • E-Grantz Scholarships (Kerala Govt) for SC/ST/OBC and financially weaker students.

  • Minority Scholarships for eligible categories.

• Fee waivers or financial assistance can be availed based on academic merit and income status.

Placement / Internship

• As per NMC guidelines, every MBBS student must undergo a one-year compulsory rotating internship at the attached teaching hospital.
  
• Interns receive a monthly stipend (approximately ₹25,000–₹30,000) from the Kerala government.
  
• Post completion, students can pursue postgraduate studies, government medical officer posts, or research.
  
• Many graduates are recruited in Kerala Health Services, AIIMS, Armed Forces, or abroad after qualifying relevant exams.
  

Facilities Offered @ Government Medical College, Palakkad

Government Medical College, Palakkad provides a balanced environment combining academics, clinical exposure, and personal development.The campus is equipped with essential infrastructure like academic buildings, lecture halls, laboratories, library, hostel accommodation, cafeteria, sports area, and medical facilities.The college has a well-maintained cafeteria and student mess providing nutritious and hygienic food.Separate mess arrangements exist for hostel students, offering both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals.The college is located about 5 km from Palakkad Railway Station and near National Highway 544, making it easily reachable.Public transportation such as buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws are readily available, The Central Library of GMC Palakkad is spacious and well-equipped with medical textbooks, journals, reference books, and e-resources.GMC Palakkad encourages physical fitness and recreation through a variety of indoor and outdoor sports facilities.The campus has grounds for football, cricket, volleyball, and badminton courts, along with indoor games like table tennis and carrom.

Hostel 

• Separate hostels for boys and girls are available within the campus premises.
  
• Rooms are well-ventilated and furnished with essential amenities like cots, study tables, and wardrobes.
  
• Each hostel has recreation areas, TV rooms, and common rooms.
  
• A warden and security staff ensure the safety of residents 24×7.
  
• Regular water and electricity supply, with backup power for essential services.
  

Transport

• The college is located about 5 km from Palakkad Railway Station and near National Highway 544, making it easily reachable.
  
• Public transportation such as buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws are readily available.
  
• For hospital postings or community visits, college buses are arranged for students and staff.
  
• The nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, approximately 60 km away.