Admission to Government Medical College, Mumbai, is based on the NEET-UG exam, with high-ranking candidates (state rank up to 350 for general quota) given preference. The admission process involves merit-based application rounds, with a 70% regional quota for state applicants. The college, known for academic excellence, boasts a strong faculty-to-student ratio of 1:20, improving to 1:9 in the second year. The faculty is composed of experienced professionals, providing a supportive learning environment through lectures and practical sessions.
The college's annual tuition for OPEN category students ranges from 60,000 to 1 lakh INR, with hostel fees at 4,000 INR. Reserved category students pay significantly less, sometimes as low as 1,000 INR, with scholarships and freeships available to further reduce costs. The curriculum includes a mandatory 1-year internship offering a stipend of Rs. 6,000 to Rs. 18,000 per month, with placement in hospitals like Sir JJ Hospital. Post-internship, graduates have opportunities as Resident Medical Officers with salaries around Rs.
55,000 per month, with potential salaries ranging from Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 2 Lacs per month. Although there are no formal placements, the internship provides vital experience. Graduates often pursue further studies or government roles, including a compulsory rural service bond with a salary of Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 80,000 per month. Scholarships are widely available for various categories and financial needs, with options like EBC scholarships for open category students.
The MAHADBT website facilitates scholarship applications, with a 50% fee subsidy for families earning below Rs. 8 lakh annually.
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