Overview

• Official Name: Directorate of Medical Education and Training, Odisha
• Common Names: DMET Odisha, Directorate of Medical Education and Training, Orissa
• Type: State Government Directorate responsible for Medical Education in Odisha
• Year Established: 1959
• Campus Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
• Approvals & Affiliations: Regulates and oversees state medical colleges affiliated with Odisha University of Health Sciences; adheres to guidelines of the National Medical Commission (NMC) and Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for courses under its purview. Not an affiliating university.
• Official Website: https://dmetodisha.gov.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder/Head: Director, Medical Education and Training, Odisha (Contact page)
• Student Population: Varies across affiliated medical/dental/pharmacy colleges (~thousands state-wide)
• Departments/Faculties: Medical, Dental, Nursing, Pharmacy education regulated
• Contact: Phone: +91-674-2390207, Email: dmet.orissa@gmail.com, Address: Directorate of Medical Education & Training, Acharya Vihar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha - 751006
• NAAC Grade: Not applicable (Directorate body)
• Ranking Mentions: Oversees medical colleges taking part in NIRF Medical ranking by Ministry of Education

Courses & Programs

• Faculties Overseen: Medical, Dental, Pharmacy, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences
• Popular Courses:
• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery) - 5½ years including internship
• BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) - 5 years including internship
• B.Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy) - 4 years
• M.Pharm (Master of Pharmacy) - 2 years
• Diploma Nursing - durations vary 2-3 years
• MD/MS and post-graduate medical specialties (duration 3 years)
• Mode: Regular (Full-time)
• Intake: Varies by individual affiliated institution; DMET regulates seat matrix and admission in state colleges.

Admissions

• Admission Modes: Based on All India and State-level Entrance Exams
• Accepted Entrance Exams:
  • NEET (UG & PG) for MBBS, BDS, MD/MS courses
  • GPAT for Pharmacy post-graduate programs
  • State Counselling for Odisha (online centralized counselling by DMET)
• Important Dates: Typically NEET UG counselling starts June-July; PG counselling October-November annually. Visit DMET Odisha Admissions for updated schedules.
• Application Process:
  1. Visit official DMET Odisha website counselling portal.
  2. Register using NEET roll number and other required details.
  3. Fill and submit online choices of colleges and courses.
  4. Participate in online seat allotment.
  5. Report to allotted college for admission formalities offline.
  Direct application to DMET is not accepted; admissions are through NEET and counselling only.

Eligibility Criteria

• MBBS/BDS: Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology; minimum 50% marks for General category; NEET UG qualification mandatory
• MD/MS and PG Medical Courses: MBBS degree with internship completion; NEET PG qualification
• Pharmacy (BPharm): 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics; minimum passing marks
• Documents Required:
  • Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates
  • NEET UG/PG scorecard
  • domicile/residence proof of Odisha (for state quota)
  • Category certificate for reserved categories
  • Passport size photographs
  • Identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Fee Range:
  • MBBS Annual Tuition Fee in Government Medical Colleges: Approx. ₹60,000 - ₹1,00,000
  • Hostel & Exam Fees: ₹10,000 - ₹30,000 annually (varies by college)
  • Private medical colleges have separate, higher fee structures not regulated by DMET
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • State Government Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS under Odisha Post Matric Scholarship Portal (link)
  • Central Government scholarships such as National Talent Scholarships, Ayushman Bharat Yojana
  • Merit-cum-Means scholarships via individual colleges
  • Fee concessions for reserved categories as per government norms

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Highlights: As a regulatory body, DMET does not conduct placements, but affiliated colleges have dedicated placement and internship cells.
• Internship Support: Mandatory rotatory internship (one year) post MBBS/BDS courses for registration with Medical/Dental Council
• Top Recruiters: State and Central Government Hospitals, Private Hospitals and Healthcare providers, Research institutions, Pharmaceutical companies
• Placement Cell Contact: Varies by college; refer to individual medical college websites linked at DMET Odisha.

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels & Mess: State government medical colleges under DMET generally provide separate male/female hostels with mess facilities
• Sports & Recreation: Sports grounds and indoor facilities available in most colleges
• Laboratories & Libraries: Well-equipped labs for Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Pathology
• Healthcare & Transport: On-campus hospital facilities; state transport connectivity; college buses in some institutions
• Wi-Fi and Research Centres: Wi-Fi enabled campuses with research labs and facilities at teaching hospitals
• Student Clubs & Festivals: Cultural, literary and medical societies organize annual events and conferences

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Senior professors and department heads oversee academic & clinical training
• Research Centres: Various affiliated teaching hospitals linked to DMET conduct clinical research
• Grants & MoUs: No centralized data on major grants or MoUs available publicly for DMET Directorate as of 2024-06-01

Rankings & Reputation

• DMET is a regulatory and administrative body, individual colleges under it participate in ranking frameworks like NIRF
• NIRF Medical Rankings: Several Odisha government medical colleges ranked in top 100 (Check individual colleges)
• NAAC Accreditation: Done individually for constituent colleges, not Directorate
• India Today, Outlook: Individual medical/dental colleges assessed, not DMET

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results and seat allotments for Odisha medical colleges published through the DMET Odisha official counselling portal
• Typical NEET UG Cut-Offs (state quota) for MBBS: General category - 50th percentile and above; SC/ST/OBC - lower percentile as per NMC norms
• Seat matrix details are updated annually on DMET website during counselling

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (~5 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Bhubaneswar Railway Station (~7 km)
• City Connectivity: Well-connected by city buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis within Bhubaneswar
• Local Transit: Public transport and private cabs easily accessible; Directorate office located in Acharya Vihar, a central area of Bhubaneswar

FAQs

1. Q: What entrance exam is required for admission to MBBS under DMET Odisha?
   A: NEET UG is mandatory for all MBBS admissions in Odisha state medical colleges under DMET. NEET Official
2. Q: How can I apply for admission through DMET Odisha?
   A: Apply online via the DMET counselling portal after qualifying NEET. Offline applications are not accepted. Visit DMET Registration.
3. Q: Are there reservation policies applicable?
   A: Yes, reservations in admission for SC/ST/OBC/EWS as per Odisha state government norms and central guidelines apply.
4. Q: What is the typical annual tuition fee for MBBS in Odisha government colleges?
   A: Approximately ₹60,000 - ₹1,00,000 per year, subject to change each academic session.
5. Q: Does DMET provide scholarships?
   A: DMET facilitates information on government scholarships; actual disbursal is through state and central government schemes.
6. Q: What facilities are available on campus?
   A: Hostels, mess, labs, libraries, hospital facilities, sports and Wi-Fi are generally available at affiliated colleges.
7. Q: How are internship placements managed?
   A: Internship is mandatory and arranged at affiliated teaching hospitals through respective medical colleges.
8. Q: When does the counselling for admission usually start?
   A: Typically in June-July for NEET UG; dates are updated on the DMET official website.
9. Q: What documents are required for admission?
   A: NEET scorecard, academic mark sheets, domicile proof, category certificate (if applicable), identity proof, photos.
10. Q: Can candidates outside Odisha apply?
    A: Yes, through All India Quota seats and NEET counselling as per NMC regulations.