Overview

• Official Name: Grant Medical College, Mumbai
• Common Short Names: GMC Mumbai, Grant Medical College
• Type: Government Medical College affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
• Year Established: 1845
• Campus Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
• Approvals & Affiliations:
  • Recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) [NMC]
  • Affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik [MUHS]
  • Approved and regulated as per Ministry of Education guidelines
  • NAAC accreditation: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06
• Official Website: http://www.grantmedicalcollege.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Sir Robert Grant
• Principal: Dr. Nimisha Jain (confirmed as per official site 2024)
• Approximate Student Population: ~1500 (undergraduate and postgraduate)
• Departments/Faculties: 25+ departments including pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical disciplines
• Contact:
  • Phone: +91-22-23734759
  • Email: principal@gmcmumbai.in (from official site contact section)
  • Address: Byculla East, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400008, India
• NAAC Grade: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06
• Notable Rankings: Listed under Maharashtra state top medical colleges by NMC; individual NIRF ranking not listed separately (NMC)

Courses & Programs

• Medical Faculty:
  • Popular Courses:
    • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) - 4.5 years + 1 year internship
    • MD/MS (Postgraduate Medical Courses) - 3 years
    • Diploma Courses (e.g., DGO, DCH) - 2 years
    • Super-speciality Courses (DM/MCh) - 3 years
    • PhD programs in Medical Sciences
  • Mode: Regular, full-time
  • Intake: Approx. 200 MBBS seats annually (state quota + all India quota)
• No engineering, management, law, arts, or commerce faculties.

Admissions

• Admission Modes:
  • Through National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) for MBBS
  • NEET-PG for postgraduate admissions
  • State quota counselling by MCC and Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DMER), Maharashtra
• Accepted Entrance Exams: NEET-UG, NEET-PG
• Typical Admission Timeline:
  • NEET-UG exam: Usually in May
  • Admission through counselling: June - July
  • For exact dates see MCC Counselling and Maharashtra DMER
• Application Process:
  1. Register and appear for NEET at NEET official site
  2. Participate in MCC/State counselling rounds online
  3. Fill preferences including Grant Medical College
  4. Confirm seat allotment by paying fees and document verification at college
  5. No direct offline application; admissions fully based on NEET merit and counselling

Eligibility Criteria

• MBBS Eligibility:
  • Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English
  • Minimum marks: 50% for general category, relaxations as per state/national norms
  • Qualify NEET-UG
  • Age limit: Minimum 17 years by 31st December of admission year
• MD/MS Eligibility:
  • MBBS degree with compulsory rotating internship completed
  • Qualify NEET-PG
• Documents Required:
  • NEET scorecard
  • 10th and 12th Marksheet and Passing Certificate
  • Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile certificate (for state quota)
  • Passport-size photographs and ID proof
  • MBBS degree and internship completion certificate (for PG courses)

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees: (per annum)
  • MBBS Tuition Fees: Approximately ₹11,000 - ₹15,000 (Government aided); Hostel Fees extra
  • PG Tuition Fees: Varies by specialty, generally ₹30,000 - ₹50,000
  • Hostel Fees: ₹20,000 - ₹40,000 per year
  • Examination and other fees as per university/DME guidelines
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students (national and Maharashtra state)
  • Merit-based scholarships per college and university rules
  • External scholarship schemes such as AICTE/UGC scholarships for economically weaker sections
  • Details available at Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DMER)

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Highlights:
  • Primarily Government hospital postings and residencies due to medical nature of course
  • Placement not typical as in engineering/management colleges
  • High internship absorption in affiliated hospitals including Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
  • Average government salary packages post-MBBS/residency: ₹60,000 - ₹1,00,000 per month (junior doctors)
• Top Recruiters: Government Hospitals, Research Institutes, Private Hospitals
• Placement Cell: Official website or contact college office for career guidance
• Internship Support: Mandatory one-year rotating internship in teaching hospitals

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities
• Sports: Sports grounds, indoor games, and fitness facilities
• Laboratories: State-of-the-art medical labs for Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology
• Library: Rich collection of medical books, journals, e-resources
• Healthcare: Access to Sir JJ Hospital – large teaching hospital attached to GMC
• Transport: College bus facility and proximity to public transport
• Wi-Fi: Campus-wide internet connectivity
• Research Centers: Multiple special research groups in clinical and biomedical sciences
• Student Clubs & Festivals: Cultural, sports, and academic clubs; annual festivals and medical conferences

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Experienced professors and clinicians in various medical specialties (details at official site)
• Research Centres: Active research units in clinical trials, infectious diseases, pharmacology, and community medicine
• Major Grants: Received funding from ICMR, DBT, and other government bodies (source: institutional reports)
• MoUs: Collaborations with national health institutes and international universities (details not publicly detailed as of 2024-06)

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework): Not ranked individually; grouped under Maharashtra medical colleges list (NIRF Official)
• NAAC Accreditation: Not available as of 2024-06
• India Today / Outlook Rankings: Frequently featured among top Government medical colleges in Maharashtra (no exact rank available online)
• Reputation: One of India’s oldest and most prestigious government medical colleges with legacy since 1845

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• MBBS & PG results published on official MJHS and DMER portals:
• MUHS Results Portal
• DMER Maharashtra
• Seat matrix and category-wise cut-offs available during counselling on MCC and DMER websites
• Typical NEET cut-off for GMC Mumbai MBBS (2023): General category ~590-620 marks; reserved categories lower accordingly (MCC Counselling)
• PG cut-off varies by specialty each year

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (~20 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Byculla Railway Station (~1.5 km), Mumbai CST (~5 km)
• City Connectivity: Well connected by Mumbai local trains, BEST buses, metro and taxis
• Local Transit: Auto-rickshaws, taxis, and buses widely available; close to Mumbai Central business district

FAQs

• Q: What is the total duration of the MBBS program?
  A: The MBBS course duration is 4.5 years plus 1-year compulsory internship.
• Q: How can I apply for MBBS at Grant Medical College?
  A: Through NEET-UG exam followed by state/National counselling via MCC and DMER websites.
• Q: Is there a management quota for admissions?
  A: Being a government college, most seats are filled by merit through NEET; no official management quota.
• Q: What is the approximate annual tuition fee?
  A: Around ₹11,000 to ₹15,000 per year for MBBS as it is government aided.
• Q: Are hostel facilities available?
  A: Yes, separate hostels for male and female students with mess facilities.
• Q: Does Grant Medical College offer postgraduate courses?
  A: Yes, MD/MS and diploma courses in various medical specialties.
• Q: What documents are needed for admission?
  A: NEET scorecard, academic transcripts, caste/domicile certificates, ID proof.
• Q: How can I get scholarship information?
  A: Visit Maharashtra DMER or official college website for lists of government and merit scholarships.
• Q: What is the campus environment like?
  A: Urban campus with attached hospitals, modern labs, and student clubs offering vibrant extracurricular opportunities.
• Q: How are placements handled?
  A: As a medical college, students undergo internships and placements are mainly hospital-based.
• Q: Where can I check results and seat allotments?
  A: On MUHS and DMER official websites post-examinations and counselling.
• Q: Is there any entrance test besides NEET?
  A: No, admission strictly based on NEET scores for MBBS and PG medical courses.