Overview
Diamond Harbour Government Medical College and Hospital is located in Diamond Harbour, South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India. Established in 2019, it is one of the newer government medical colleges in the region.
Accreditation and Affiliation
The college is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), India, and is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS).
Programs Offered
Diamond Harbour Government Medical College and Hospital currently offers:
– MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery): The program began in 2019.
– MD (Doctor of Medicine) and MS (Master of Surgery): These programs are planned for future offerings in various specialties.
Enrollment and Student Body
The college enrolls approximately 100–150 students in its MBBS program. Both male and female students are admitted, and admissions are primarily focused on Indian students, with limited foreign admissions subject to NMC guidelines.
Admission Requirements
- MBBS: Applicants must have a NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) score, a 10+2 qualification with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), and a minimum age of 17 years.
Tuition Fees
- MBBS: Approximately INR 10,000–15,000 per year, as it is a government-funded institution with low fees for Indian students.
Contact Information
For admissions and other inquiries, the approximate official email is:
– dhgmch.2019@gmail.com
Additional Information
While Diamond Harbour Government Medical College and Hospital is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings, it is a recognized institution for medical education in West Bengal, providing affordable medical training to students.