Shri Krishna Medical College, Muzaffarpur

About

In March 1970 a Society namely "Vaishali Shiksha Pratisthan " was registered with objective to promote, encourage & spread of professional, technical & general education in Bihar. Admission of first batch completed for the session 1969-70 and teaching work was started in S.K.J. Law College building at Ganipur, Muzaffarpur. In the meantime 170 acres of land was acquired at the east side of Muzaffarpur Sitamarhi road 2 km from zero mile and named as Umanagar.By 1975, four hostel for boys with total capacity of 400 students, a separate girls hostel, Principals quarter, 18 roomed guest house, a bank, a post office and one lac seventy thousand sq.ft. area of college building with two lecture theatre was erupted. The first team of inspectors from MCI visited the institution In 1975 and the second team arrived in 1977 and the M.B.B.S. degree was recognised by MCI in the first chance. Finally on 1.10.1979 it was taken over by Bihar Government.

Some Highlights of Shri Krishna Medical College, Muzaffarpur

Why Choose SKMC Muzaffarpur ?

1. Government College, Established Reputation
   

   It’s one of the older medical colleges in Bihar (established in ~1970). Being government-run means greater regulation, likely better affordability, recognized credentials.

2. Strong Clinical Exposure & Large Hospital
   

   SKMC has a large multi-specialty teaching hospital (about 610 beds) with many departments and emergency services. Students get exposure in a broad range of medical fields: medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics & gynecology, etc.

3. Modern Infrastructure & Amenities
   

   Good labs, lecture halls, classrooms; library; sports facilities; WiFi; hostels with basic furnishing like bed, study table etc. Classrooms are updated, AC in some library halls etc.

4. Affordability
   

   Fees are relatively lower compared to many private colleges. Also, hostel and other basic amenities are available without very high extra cost.

5. Location & Connectivity
   

   Located in Muzaffarpur, with decent access by train, road; campus is reachable via local transport; nearest airport (Patna) is some distance but manageable. Being in a city gives access to shops, supplies, etc.

6. Holistic Student Life
   

   Facilities for sports (both indoor & outdoor), canteen, cultural activities. Campus life includes extracurriculars.

Admission Procedure

SKMC Courses are offered at UG, PG, Doctorate level. There are 13 courses offered at SKMC. The courses are offered disciplines like Medical. SKMC courses includes MBBS, M.D. Popular courses at SKMC are MBBS, M.D.

Admission Criteria

MBBS Admission

For Admission to the MBBS, the Candidates must have completed 10+2 with 45% aggregate with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as the compulsory subjects from a recognized Board. Additionally the candidates need to appear for NEET Entrance Examination, after qualifying which the Candidates need to appear for Counselling. The Candidates who are the Residents of Bihar can Apply for Undergraduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC) which is conducted by Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) for which 85% seats are reserved, and remaining all can apply for the Counselling under All India Quota (AIQ) which is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for which 15% seats are reserved The Total Fees for the MBBS program is INR 1.13 Lakhs for the Course Duration of 5 Years.

MD/MS Admission

To be Eligible for Admission in MD/MS Program at SKMC Muzaffarpur, The Candidates must have completed MBBS from a recognized Institution. Along with this the Candidate needs to appear for the NEET PG Entrance Examination followed by Counselling conducted by Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) at the Institution.SKMC Muzaffarpur Offers 8 Specialisations in the Postgraduate program such as Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, PSM (Community Medicine), General medicine, General Surgery, Obst. & Gynae.

Eligibility

MD/MS -  Candidates must have completed MBBS and need to appear for NEET PG Entrance Examination.

Scholarship

The college offers scholarships for students who score well in university exams, with awards and financial support provided by the principal. The Bihar government supports students with a Student Credit Card Scheme, offering loans up to 4 lakhs at a 2.5% annual interest rate, with no extra fees. The college has the lowest fee structure among government colleges in Bihar, costing approximately Rs 40,800 per year, and Rs 9,800 for the 2020 academic year including hostel charges, though mess charges are extra.

ST/SC students receive concessions in registration and examination fees. The total course duration is five years, after which students receive a stipend of Rs 20,000 per month during internships. Overall fees are significantly lower compared to private medical colleges, with all details available on the NMC portal.

Placement

The college offers a robust placement program with approximately 500 students across all years. Notably, many students secure jobs in renowned hospitals post-graduation. The internship program, mandatory in the final year, provides a comprehensive learning experience across various medical departments. Interns receive a stipend of 20,000 INR, although there may be occasional delays in payment. The program includes exposure to Primary Health Centers (PHCs) and is highly supported by the faculty, enhancing the clinical skills of the students.

Facilities Offered @ Shri Krishna Medical College, Muzaffarpur

SKMC Muzaffarpur Campus has spread over 170 Acres of Land, The Campus has a Modern Infrastructure with Well Equipped Laboratories, Lecture Theater, Dissection hall, Physiology Department, Super Speciality Hospital, and a Large Library.There are Indoor and Outdoor Sports Facilities available at SKMC Campus along with Canteen, The Campus has WIFI Resources available Along with other facilities.The college offers a robust placement program with approximately 500 students across all years. Notably, many students secure jobs in renowned hospitals post-graduation. The internship program, mandatory in the final year, provides a comprehensive learning experience across various medical departments. Interns receive a stipend of 20,000 INR, although there may be occasional delays in payment. The program includes exposure to Primary Health Centers (PHCs) and is highly supported by the faculty, enhancing the clinical skills of the students.

Hostel

The hostel provides accommodation with rooms designed for 2 to 3 students, with upper-class students receiving individual rooms. Facilities include college-provided beds, chairs, tables, two ceiling fans, and a 24x7 light facility. The annual hostel fee is minimal at 1000 INR, with no additional registration required. While the infrastructure is considered impressive, some facilities are lacking, such as no water cooler and non-functional lifts.

Students purchase water independently. Improvements are needed in older hostels, which mainly consist of basic amenities. The new hostels offer relatively better facilities. The mess charges range between 3000-3600 INR, offering average quality meals with customizable menus. Overall, the hostel facilities are deemed average compared to other colleges.

Transport

• The college has its own buses for pick-up/drop-off of students. Also uses outsourcing to connect campus with urban Primary Health Centres for clinical work.
  
• Local transport (autos, buses) are available outside the college for commuting.