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Government Medical College (GMC), Rajamahendravaram
One of Andhra Pradesh's new government medical colleges, on the Godavari
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New college (2023) — not yet NIRF / IIRF ranked
NIRF Rank
Government (State — Andhra Pradesh)
Ownership Type
Government General Hospital, Rajamahendravaram
Associated Hospital
Established 2023
History
Introduction
GMC Rajamahendravaram
Government Medical College (GMC), Rajamahendravaram is one of Andhra Pradesh's new government medical colleges, located in Rajamahendravaram (formerly Rajahmundry) in East Godavari district, on the banks of the Godavari. Sanctioned by the Government of Andhra Pradesh in 2019 and established in 2023, it was set up in the premises of the District Hospital, which has been upgraded into its teaching hospital. The college is affiliated to Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC), with an annual intake of 150 MBBS students. Its attached Government General Hospital has over 500 beds and multiple specialty departments, giving students clinical exposure at an established district referral centre while studying at a brand-new government college.
- MBBS Entrance Exam:NEET-UG
- MBBS FeesLow government fees, set by the AP State Fee Committee (reported ~₹10,000-15,000 per year) — see fee table
- Eligibility Criteria:10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English + NEET-UG
- MBBS Seats150
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Recognition & Prestige
Rankings
As a college founded in 2023:
NIRF
Not ranked yet
IIRF
Not ranked yet
Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram is a new institution (established 2023) and does not yet appear in the NIRF or IIRF rankings.
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Academic Excellence
Why Choose Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram, for MBBS
GMC Rajamahendravaram is a young college, so you choose it for what it is: a brand-new NMC-recognised government college with very low fees, built on an established 500-plus-bed district hospital, in a well-connected riverside city.
A New NMC-Recognised Government College
Built on a 500-Plus-Bed District Hospital
Among the Lowest MBBS Fees in India
Part of Andhra Pradesh's Medical College Expansion
A Well-Connected Riverside City
A Growing Institution
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Program Structure
MBBS Curriculum & Internship Structure
Students follow the national MBBS curriculum prescribed by the NMC, with examinations conducted by Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences, combining pre-clinical and para-clinical teaching with clinical training at the Government General Hospital, Rajamahendravaram.
MBBS Course
Total Duration:
5.5 Years
Internship Duration:
1 Year
Academic Duration:
4.5 Years (+ 1 Year Internship)
Course Type:
Full-time
Mode of study:
On campus
Degree:
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
MBBS Fee Structure
Course Type:
Full-time
Mode of Study:
On campus – Full Time
MBBS Syllabus & Departments at Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram
1 Year
Pre-Clinical Departments
These departments offer a strong foundation in basic medical-science subjects:
AnatomyPhysiologyBiochemistry1.5 Years
Para-Clinical Departments
These departments build understanding of disease mechanisms, therapy, and diagnostics:
PathologyMicrobiologyPharmacologyForensic MedicineCommunity Medicine2 Years
Clinical Departments
These departments expand clinical knowledge through real-time case exposure at the Government General Hospital, Rajamahendravaram:
General MedicineGeneral SurgeryObstetrics & GynaecologyPaediatricsOrthopaedicsENTOphthalmologyDermatologyPsychiatryAnaesthesiologyRadiodiagnosisEmergency Medicine
Compulsory Rotating Internship
After the academic phase, students complete a one-year compulsory rotating internship at the teaching hospital. The standard NMC rotation is:
| Duration | Posting |
|---|---|
| 2 Months | Medicine |
| 2 Months | Surgery |
| 2 Months | Obstetrics & Gynaecology |
| 2 Months | Paediatrics |
| 2 Months | Community Medicine |
| 2 Months | Orthopaedics |
| 15 Days | Emergency & Casualty |
| 2 Months | Elective Postings |
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How to Apply
Admission Process for MBBS
Admission to MBBS at GMC Rajamahendravaram is entirely through NEET-UG merit. Of the 150 seats, 15% fall under the All India Quota, allotted through the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), and 85% fall under the Andhra Pradesh state quota, counselled by Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences. State-quota seats follow Andhra Pradesh reservation rules and require local/domicile status.
Admission Timeline
- 1January-MarchApplication Opens
- 2April-MayEntrance Exam
- 3June-JulyResults
- 4September-OctoberStart
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification
The student must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English as compulsory subjects, from a recognised board.
Subjects:
PhysicsChemistryBiologyEnglish
Minimum Grades (PCB)
Minimum qualifying-exam marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology taken together: 50% for General/EWS, 40% for SC/ST/OBC, and 45% for PwBD candidates (per NEET-UG norms).
| Category | Minimum PCB % |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50% |
| OBC / SC / ST | 40% |
| PwBD | 45% |
Age Requirement
The student must be at least 17 years old as on 31 December of the year of admission.
- Minimum 17 yearsRequired age at the time of admission
Requirements
The student must have qualified NEET-UG in the same year, meeting the category percentile cut-off. State-quota seats additionally require Andhra Pradesh local/domicile status and the relevant category certificate.
NEET-UG Qualified
Valid NEET-UG score is required for admission
GMC Rajamahendravaram Cut-off Met
Must meet the closing rank/score for the relevant category and quota (State quota via Dr. YSR UHS / All India Quota via MCC)
Required Documents
To apply, students need to submit essential academic and identification documents:
- NEET-UG Admit Card, Scorecard & Rank Letter
- Class 10 & 12 Marksheets and Pass Certificates
- Andhra Pradesh Local Status / Category Certificate (for state-quota seats)
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- 1
December 2026
NEET 2027 Registration Opens
Start of application window for NEET UG 2027
- 2
March 2027
Admit Card Release
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- 3
May 2027
NEET 2027 Exam Day
National-level entrance examination
- 4
June 2027
Result Announcement
NEET 2027 results and scorecards released
- 5
July 2027
Counselling Begins
AIQ and state-level counselling rounds start
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NEET cutoffs
Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram NEET-UG Cut-off
Indicative category-wise closing NEET-UG scores for the Andhra Pradesh state (competent authority) quota; specific figures for GMC Rajamahendravaram were not separately published in the sources we accessed, so the values below reflect the typical band for Andhra Pradesh's new government colleges. All India Quota seats are filled on NEET rank via MCC. Verify current-year cut-offs on the Dr. YSR UHS and MCC portals:
| Category (AP State Quota) | Approx. Closing NEET Score (indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | Mid-500s — verify |
| OBC | Low-500s — verify |
| SC | ~470-480 — verify |
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Affordable education
MBBS Fees & Living Cost at Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram
GMC Rajamahendravaram is a state government college with very low government-quota fees, set by the Andhra Pradesh State Fee Committee. The breakdown below is indicative and should be confirmed against the official college / Dr. YSR UHS fee notification.
MBBS Fee Breakdown
| Component | Amount (approx., verify) |
|---|---|
| MBBS Annual Fee (government quota) | Set by AP Fee Committee (reported ~₹10,000-15,000) |
| Hostel & Mess | Confirm with college |
| Study Material | ₹8,000 – ₹15,000 (mostly one-time) |
| Personal Expenses | Variable (Rajamahendravaram) |
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MBBS Tuition Fee (Government Quota, per year, approx.)
Set by AP Fee Committee (reported ~₹10,000-15,000)
World-Class Campus
Infrastructure
Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram is located in the city of Rajamahendravaram (Rajahmundry) in East Godavari district, on the banks of the Godavari. The academic block houses pre-clinical and para-clinical laboratories, tiered lecture halls, seminar halls and an auditorium, in newly constructed buildings on a landscaped campus. Clinical training takes place at the Government General Hospital, Rajamahendravaram, the upgraded district hospital that serves as the college's teaching hospital with over 500 beds and multiple specialty departments, functioning as a referral centre for the region. The campus also provides hostels for students. As a newly established college, GMC Rajamahendravaram continues to add infrastructure and facilities; prospective students should confirm the current status of specific facilities with the college.
A corridor inside Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram
A landscaped campus in Rajamahendravaram on the Godavari, with clinical training at the Government General Hospital, the college's teaching hospital.
Location
How to Reach Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram
Address
GMC Rajamahendravaram is in Rajamahendravaram (Rajahmundry), East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, on the Godavari and the NH-16 corridor.
Nearest Airport
Rajahmundry Airport (RJA), approximately 20-25 km away, is the nearest airport, with flights to Hyderabad, Bengaluru and other cities
Nearest Railway
Rajahmundry Railway Station, a major station on the Howrah-Chennai line, connects the city to destinations across India
Road Connectivity
Rajamahendravaram lies on National Highway 16 (Chennai-Kolkata corridor); buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws serve the campus within the city
Your Roadmap to Success
Career Pathways After MBBS at Government Medical College, Rajamahendravaram
Graduates are eligible for NEET-PG to pursue MD, MS and diploma programmes across India; exposure at a 500-plus-bed district teaching hospital is useful preparation for postgraduate entrance.
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Scholarship & Financial
Scholarship & Financial Aid
GMC Rajamahendravaram students can access central and Andhra Pradesh government scholarships; the verified routes are the standard government schemes below. No GMC Rajamahendravaram-specific scholarship has been invented here:
Andhra Pradesh Fee Reimbursement Schemes
The Government of Andhra Pradesh operates fee-reimbursement and maintenance schemes for eligible students from economically weaker, SC, ST, BC and minority families in professional courses; eligibility and the current scheme name should be confirmed with the AP authorities and the college.
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC), Government of India
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (SC/OBC) and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs (ST) fund Post-Matric Scholarships for professional courses including MBBS, covering tuition and a maintenance allowance, via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (CSSS)
Administered by the Ministry of Education via the National Scholarship Portal, CSSS supports meritorious students from families below a defined income threshold who qualify in the top percentile of their Class 12 board, providing an annual maintenance allowance renewable on performance.
Application Process
Apply via the Right Portal
Apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal and the Andhra Pradesh scholarship portal; the GMC Rajamahendravaram office can advise on documentation.
Submit Documents
Verify eligibility, income and category-certificate requirements and deadlines, and submit documents before the window closes.
Review & Disbursal
After review, eligible students receive the scholarship amount directly in their bank account.
Ratings
Reviews & Ratings
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4.5
45 reviews
Academics4.9
Infrastructure4.7
Hostel4.5
Campus Life4.7
Value for Money4.8
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GMC Rajamahendravaram vs AIIMS New Delhi
| Institution | GMC RajamahendravaramRajamahendravaram, India | AIIMS New DelhiDelhi, India |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Government (State) | Government (INI) |
| Annual Fee | Low (AP Fee Committee) | ~₹6,000 (full course) |
| Established | 2023 (sanctioned 2019) | 1956 |
| Affiliation | Dr. YSR UHS | Institute of National Importance |
| NMC Recognition | Yes | Yes |
| MBBS Seats | 150 | Approx. 125 |
| Counselling | State Quota 85% (Dr. YSR UHS) + AIQ 15% (MCC) | NEET AIQ (MCC) |
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