Government Medical College Ernakulam

About

Government Medical College, Ernakulam Kerala was established in the year 2000 as Government Educational Institute to provide higher education to build a career in the field of Medical and Paramedical. Government Medical College is approved by the reputed MCI, and is affiliated with KUHS, Thrissur. Management of Government Medical College, Ernakulam is working under Dr. V.K. Sreekala (Principal).Government Medical College Ernakulam (GMCE) is one of the premier medical institutions in Kerala, known for its excellence in medical education, research, and healthcare. The college was initially governed by the Co-operative Academy of Professional Education (CAPE), an initiative of the Government of Kerala.

On December 17, 2013, the institution was formally taken over by the Government of Kerala and is now entirely managed under state administration. Admissions and academic operations follow the rules and regulations set by the government, ensuring a standardized and quality-driven approach to medical education.With a dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a dynamic academic environment, the institution continues to excel in both academic and extracurricular domains, setting new benchmarks in medical education.

Some Highlights of Government Medical College, Ernakulam

College Name	Government Medical College, Ernakulam
Also Known As	GMC, Ernakulam
Established Year	2000
Location	Ernakulam
Institute Type	Gov Medical Institute
Accreditation & Recognition	DCI, NMC
Courses	40 Courses
Exam	NEET UG , PG, MDS
Campus Size	60 acres
Website	https://cmccochin.org/

Why Choose Government Medical College, Ernakulam ?

Reputed government institution with affordable fee structure.
Affiliated with KUHS and recognized by NMC ensuring academic credibility.
Located in Kochi, one of Kerala’s most connected and developed cities.
Attached teaching hospital with advanced healthcare infrastructure.
Highly qualified faculty and strong clinical exposure.
Research-oriented environment and patient diversity for practical training.
Excellent academic and extracurricular balance.
Government support for scholarships and student welfare programs.

Vision and Mission of Government Medical College, Ernakulam

To improve the standard of medical education in the state.
Building out quality Doctors and provide Standard health care to the public at an affordable rate.
To promote medical research.

Under Graduate
Post Graduate

M.B.B.S - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 5 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: 12th Pass/ NEET

Salary Package: ₹ 4.0 LPA To ₹ 10 LPA

Area of Employment: Universities & Colleges Hospitals Healthcare Centers Dialysis Clinics Training Centers Laboratories

B.D.S - Bachelor of Dental Surgery

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 5 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: 12th Pass/ NEET

Salary Package: INR 4,00,000- 6,00,000 PA

Area of Employment: Private Clinics, Educational Institutions, Dental Clinics, Hospitals, Dental Products Manufactures, Pharmaceutical Companies, etc.

M.D - Anesthesiology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 3.3 To 500000 LPA

Area of Employment: Nurse anesthetist Medical assistant Surgical coordinator Anesthesia technician Surgical assistant Surgical manager Anesthesiologist

M.D - Paediatrics

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 3.3 To 500000 LPA

Area of Employment: Pediatrician Pediatric Surgeon Neonatologist Critical Care Pediatrician Pediatric Intensivist Pediatric Cardiologist Pediatric Endocrinologist Pediatric Orthopedist Pediatric Endocrinologist

M.D - Pathology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 4.0 LPA To ₹ 30 LPA

Area of Employment: A Pathologist is a medical professional specializing in researching, diagnosing, and treating diseases. They analyze bodily fluids and tissue samples, perform laboratory tests, and provide pathology r

M.D - Psychiatry

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 4.0 LPA To ₹ 30 LPA

Area of Employment: Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. Forensic Psychiatrist. Clinical Psychiatrist. Staff Psychiatrist. Prison Psychiatrist. Behavioural Specialist. Neuropsychiatrist.

M.D - General Medicine

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 4.0 LPA To ₹ 5.0 LPA

Area of Employment: health centers, hospitals, Laboratories, research centers, nursing homes and polyclinics. Many graduates also opt to open their own private practice

M.D - Pharmacology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 6- 11LPA

Area of Employment: medical pharmacologist are in academics (as teaching-research faculty positions), pharmaceutical industry (as medical science liaison/ medical advisors), clinical research organization (as clinical in

M.D - Anatomy

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 3 LPA To ₹ 15 LPA

Area of Employment: Graduates with an MD in Anatomy can pursue a variety of careers, including: Anatomy Lecturer: Teaching anatomy at medical colleges and universities. Research Scientist: Conducting research in academic or clinical settings. Medical Coder: Utilizing anatomical knowledge for coding healthcare claims.

M.D - Physiology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 3 LPA To ₹ 15 LPA

Area of Employment: The department is well-equipped with research specialities in the field of Autonomic Function Testing, neurophysiology, endocrinology, exercise and respiratory physiology. The research experience at department of Physiology, GIMS can pave the way for a career in academia or specialized research roles.

M.S - General Surgery

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 8 LPA and To 35 LPA

Area of Employment: Pediatric Surgeon Upper Gastro-Intestinal Surgeon Urological Surgeon Vascular Surgeon Resident (General Surgery) Cardiothoracic Surgeon Endocrine Surgeon

M.D - Community medicine

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 6- 10 LPA

Area of Employment: government health agencies, non-governmental organizations, research institutions, and academic medical centers

M.D - General Surgery

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 3 LPA To ₹ 10 LPA

Area of Employment: An MD (or MS) in General Surgery provides employment opportunities in various medical settings, including hospitals (both public and private), private clinics, and academic institutions as faculty. General surgeons are broadly employed in roles such as performing a wide range of abdominal, gastrointestinal, and emergency surgeries, leading surgical teams, and managing pre- and post-operative care.

M.D - ENT

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 3 LPA To ₹ 10 LPA

Area of Employment: An MD in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), also known as an otolaryngologist, offers diverse employment in clinical settings (hospitals, private practice, and solo clinics), academia (teaching and research), and subspecialties like pediatric ENT, neurotology, and head and neck oncology. Beyond clinical care, opportunities exist in healthcare administration or even roles in medical technology sales related to ENT devices.

M.D - Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 3 LPA To ₹ 10 LPA

Area of Employment: An MD in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (OB/GYN) opens employment opportunities in various settings, including public and private hospitals, clinics, universities, research centers, and private practice. Graduates can work as general OB/GYNs, obstetricians, gynecologists, or pursue specialized roles as IVF specialists, gynecological oncologists, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, or minimally invasive surgeons

M.S - ENT

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 10To 40 LPA

Area of Employment: Chief Surgeon Medical Scientist Research Assistant Otolaryngologist ENT Assistant ENT Specialist General ENT Consultant Senior Data Analyst Otolaryngologist Senior OPT

M.S - Biochemistry

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 3 LPA To ₹ 10 LPA

Area of Employment: An MS in Biochemistry leads to diverse job opportunities in sectors like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, environmental science, academia, and food production. Common roles include research scientist, analytical chemist, biomedical scientist, clinical biochemist, and laboratory technician. Graduates may also find positions in quality control, forensic science, scientific writing, and teaching.

M.S - Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 10 lakh To 45 lakh

Area of Employment: Hospitals Polyclinics Healthcare Centers Medical Institutes Government and Private Universities Clinical Laboratories

M.S - Pathology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 3 LPA To ₹ 10 LPA

Area of Employment: MS in Pathology, graduates can find employment in clinical settings like hospitals and diagnostic laboratories, pursue research in academic institutions or biotech firms, or work in forensic science. Employment opportunities are available in both the public and private sectors.

M.S - Ophthalmology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 3 LPA To ₹ 15 LPA

Area of Employment: Ophthalmologist: Providing medical and surgical eye care in hospitals, private clinics, or community health centers. Specialized Clinics: Working in specialized eye clinics focusing on areas such as pediatric ophthalmology, glaucoma, or retinal diseases.

D.M - Cardiology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 28.5 To 35 LPA

Area of Employment: Cardiologist, Cardiovascular Nurse, Cardiology Researcher, Cardiology Lecturer

D.M - Nephrology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 28.5 To 35 LPA

Area of Employment: Some of the fields of recruiting for DM Nephrology graduates are listed below: Nephrology-based Research Nephrology Departments of Hospitals Kidney and Dialysis Centres Medical Schools and Colle

D.M - Neuro-radiology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: INR 19.5 To 25 LPA

Area of Employment: Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Radiologic Technologist. Radiologist Assistant. Ultrasound Technician. X-Ray Technician. Lecturer & Professor.

M.CH - Neuro Surgery

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 5.0 LPA To ₹ 15 LPA

Area of Employment: Clinical associate (neurosurgery) Consultant (neurosurgery) Professor Researcher Senior neurosurgeon Senior resident (neurosurgery)

M.CH - Urology

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 4.0 LPA To ₹ 20 LPA

Area of Employment: Government jobs Healthcare centers Hospitals Kidney and uro stone clinics Research Medical school colleges

M.CH - Plastic Surgery

Study Mode: Offline – Full Time/Regular

Duration: 3 years

Fees: ₹ 60 K - ₹ 1.0 L

Eligibility: NEET PG

Salary Package: ₹ 5.0 LPA To ₹ 15 LPA

Area of Employment: Hospitals and medical centers Aesthetic clinics and centers Reconstructive surgery centers Burn centers Breast surgery Aesthetic surgery Dental surgery

Admission Procedure

Government Medical College Ernakulam Courses are offered at UG, Doctorate, Diploma level. There are 9 courses offered at Government Medical College Ernakulam. The courses are offered disciplines like Paramedical, Medical, Dental. Government Medical College Ernakulam courses includes B.Sc (Nursing), GNM, MBBS, M.D, BDS. Popular courses at Government Medical College Ernakulam are B.Sc (Nursing), GNM, MBBS.

Admission Criteria

Course Name	Eligibility Criteria	Entrance Exam/Admission Bas
M.B.B.S	12th Pass	Merit Based (50%) / NEET UG
M.D	M.B.B.S	Merit Based (70%)
M.S	M.B.B.S	Merit Based (70%) / NEET PG
BDS	12th Pass	Merit Based (50%)

Eligibility:

Candidate must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as core subjects.
Minimum qualifying marks as per NEET-UG norms.

Entrance Exam:

Admission is through NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) conducted by NTA.

Counselling:

Kerala MBBS/BDS admissions are conducted through KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical) counselling under the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala.
Allotments are made based on NEET score, preferences, and reservation criteria.

For MD/MS

Eligibility: MBBS degree recognized by MCI/NMC and completion of internship.
Entrance Exam: Admission through NEET-PG.
Counselling: Conducted by Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) or CEE Kerala for state quota seats.

Placement / Internship

After completion of the MBBS program, students must undergo a 1-year Compulsory Rotatory Internship at the attached hospital or recognized centers.
The internship provides hands-on exposure across departments.
Graduates are eligible for government postings, postgraduate studies, and opportunities in private or public healthcare sectors.
Many students get recruited into Kerala Health Services and national-level medical institutions.

Scholarship

Students can avail of several government and institutional scholarships, including:

Kerala State Merit Scholarships
SC/ST and OBC category scholarships
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (CSSS)
Financial assistance for economically weaker students
Minority scholarships under national and state schemes

Facilities Offered @ Government Medical College, Ernakulam

The college offers modern infrastructure with well-equipped lecture halls, advanced laboratories, and digital classrooms. The hospital attached to the college is equipped with diagnostic and treatment facilities catering to multiple specialties. The campus provides internet-enabled libraries, hostel accommodation, and recreational spaces for students. Sports facilities, cafeterias, and transport services make campus life convenient and comfortable.The college has a hygienic and spacious canteen that serves nutritious and affordable meals for students, staff, and visitors. It offers both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, beverages, and snacks throughout the day. The canteen maintains strict cleanliness and provides a relaxed atmosphere for students to unwind.

Thousands of textbooks, reference books, and national & international journals.
E-library section with access to digital databases and online journals.
Reading halls with comfortable seating and extended hours during exams.
Computer facilities for research and study support.

Library

Thousands of textbooks, reference books, and national & international journals.
E-library section with access to digital databases and online journals.
Reading halls with comfortable seating and extended hours during exams.
Computer facilities for research and study support

Cafe

The college has a hygienic and spacious canteen that serves nutritious and affordable meals for students, staff, and visitors. It offers both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, beverages, and snacks throughout the day. The canteen maintains strict cleanliness and provides a relaxed atmosphere for students to unwind.

Transport

The campus is well-connected by road and public transport, GMC Ernakulam is situated near Kalamassery, accessible via NH-66 and Kochi Metro.The nearest railway station is Kalamassery Railway Station (~3 km).The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (~15 km).

Placement Cell

After completion of the MBBS program, students must undergo a 1-year Compulsory Rotatory Internship at the attached hospital or recognized centers.The internship provides hands-on exposure across departments.

Hospital

Internet & Wifi

Sports

Medical Facilities

Laboratories

Diagnostic Lab

Transport

The campus is well-connected by road and public transport.

GMC Ernakulam is situated near Kalamassery, accessible via NH-66 and Kochi Metro.
The nearest railway station is Kalamassery Railway Station (~3 km).
The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (~15 km).
The college also operates buses for staff and students from major city points, ensuring safe and convenient travel.