Barasat Government Medical College and Hospital, Parganas

About

The earlier stages of development of this district hospital may be traced to its inception as Hatkhola Dispensary a long time back on 1854. Passing through as the Barasat Cottage Hospital run by the local municipal authority on 1908 it started running with15 indoor beds on 1930. Ultimately it was taken over by the Government in 1945 and shifted to its present location in 1961. The present bed strength of this hospital is 600.

This hospital runs with 600 indoor beds including 12 CCU and 37 SNCU beds and expanding its’ patient care services in different fields as per the needs of the current era. Average no OPD patients attended per day is about 3000. In 2021 total OPD patients’ turnover was 960088.Average number of delivery per day is 20 with total of 7427 deliveries in 2021.

Different kinds of diagnostic laboratory tests are done for 24 hours with on an average 2200 tests performed per day.5 bedded dialysis unit and a well-equipped blood bank with component separation facilities are available with this hospital. Total number of blood unit issued in 2021 is 14076.

This hospital participates in all Government programs whichever applicable with successful implementation and playing a significant role in combating and controlling the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Some Highlights of Barasat Government Medical College and Hospital, Parganas

Why to Choose Barasat Government Medical College & Hospital ?

1. Government Medical College 

   Offers reliable infrastructure, affordable fees, and transparent admission through NEET-UG.

2. Recognised by NMC 

   Ensures valid MBBS degree and eligibility for PG studies in India & abroad.

3. Affiliated to WBUHS 

   One of the most reputed health science universities in West Bengal.

4. Newly Established Modern Campus (2022) 

   Updated academic buildings, modern lecture hals, skills labs & hospital facilities.

5. Attached 600-Bed Upgraded District Hospital 

   Provides excellent patient load for hands-on training.

6. High OPD Footfall 

   Daily large patient flow ensures strong clinical exposure for MBBS students.

7. Good Quality Faculty Expansion 

   Rapidly growing teaching departments with young & experienced faculty.

8. Affordable MBBS Fees 

   Very low annual fee compared to private institutions.

9. Separate Hostels for Boys & Girls 

   On-campus accommodation with essential services for students.

10. DNB Seats Available 

    Offers postgraduate training opportunities without leaving the same hospital.

11. Urban Location (Barasat Town) 

    Well-connected by road, metro-proposed zone, and proximity to Kolkata.

12. Safe & Student-Friendly Environment 

    Suitable atmosphere for comfortable academic life.

13. Expanding Super-Speciality Facilities 

    Critical care, maternal & child health, ICU, NICU/SNCU, OT complex.

14. Modern OPD & Diagnostic Units 

    Includes pathology, radiology, USG, blood bank, dialysis etc.

15. Strong Practical Exposure 

    Emergency cases, delivery load, medicine & surgery wards ensure real-time learning.

Admission Procedure

Barasat Government Medical College & Hospital Courses are offered at UG level. There are 1 courses offered at Barasat Government Medical College & Hospital. The courses are offered disciplines like Medical. Barasat Government Medical College & Hospital courses includes MBBS. Popular courses at Barasat Government Medical College & Hospital are MBBS.

Admission Criteria

Admission Process

• Admission to MBBS is through the national entrance exam NEET-UG.
• Seats are allocated via the state counseling process (WBMCC / relevant authority) — 85 % seats for state quota, 15 % via All India Quota (AIQ).

Eligibility:

• 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (or Biotechnology) and English; minimum 50% in PCB (relaxation for reserved categories). Age criteria per NMC norms.

Placement

• 600-bed teaching hospital serving as the primary clinical training ground.
  
• Daily OPD approx. 3000 patients, multiple deliveries, diagnostic & critical care services (CCU, ICU, NICU/SNCU, blood bank, dialysis) — ensures exposure to a wide range of cases.
  

Facilities Offered @ Barasat Government Medical College and Hospital, Parganas

BGMCH offers a comprehensive infrastructure combining academics, clinical training, and student welfare: teaching buildings with lecture halls & demo rooms; hospital blocks with wards, ICUs, diagnostic labs, operation theaters and maternal & child-health facilities; student hostels; staff quarters; canteen/cafeteria; library; basic amenities like water, electricity, and security; plus administrative and support services.

• A central library with medical textbooks, reference books, journals.
  
• Likely IT-enabled (computer room / reading hall) to access e-resources (given modern campus infrastructure).
  
• Reading rooms and study spaces for students and faculty.
  

Hostel 

• Separate Boys’ and Girls’ hostels available.

• Hostel and campus residential quarters for staff, nurses, residents.

Transport 

• Campus located within Barasat town — well connected by road and near Barasat Railway Station (rail link) — facilitating student commute.

• Public transport (buses, autos) and local transit options are available for students and patients.