Overview

Patliputra Medical College & Hospital (PMCH), Dhanbad, Bihar, India, also known as Patliputra Medical College, is a government medical college established in 2020. It is a State Government medical college located in Dhanbad, Bihar. The college is affiliated with the Binod Bihari Mahto Koyalanchal University and is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). PMCH operates from its single campus in Dhanbad and conducts medical education approved by the NMC with ongoing compliance as per the latest standards. Official website: https://pmchdhanbad.ac.in.

Quick Facts

• Founder/Principal: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• Student Count: Approximately 100 MBBS seats admitted annually.
• Department/Faculty Count: Basic medical science departments as per NMC norms.
• Contact Info: Phone: +91-0326-222XXXX, Email: pmchdhanbad@gmail.com
• NAAC Grade: Not accredited by NAAC as of 2024-06-01
• NIRF Ranking: Not ranked in NIRF Medical category till 2024

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Medical (MBBS and future PG programs expected)
• Popular Courses: MBBS (5.5 years including internship)
• Duration: MBBS - 4.5 years academic + 1 year compulsory rotating internship
• Mode: Regular (full-time)
• Intake: 100 MBBS seats per year

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance based admission
• Accepted Exam: NEET-UG for MBBS admissions
• Typical Timeline: Counseling and admission from June - August annually
• Admission Page: https://pmchdhanbad.ac.in/admission
• Application Process:
  1. Qualify NEET-UG exam.
  2. Participate in Bihar state counseling conducted by BCECEB.
  3. Complete document verification & seat allotment.
  4. Report to college for admission formalities.

Eligibility

• MBBS:
  • Minimum Qualification: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English.
  • Minimum Marks: 50% aggregate for General category, relaxation as per Govt of Bihar/central rules.
  • Age: Minimum 17 years at admission time.
  • Documents Needed: NEET Admit Card & Scorecard, 10th & 12th mark sheets, domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable).

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees: Tuition fee approx. ₹50,000 -₹75,000 per year (may vary annually)
• Hostel & Exam Fees: Additional nominal fees per rules
• Scholarships: State govt scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS; merit scholarships via Bihar govt schemes. See Scholarship page.

Placements

• Placement: Not applicable for MBBS programs; clinical internships incorporated.
• Internships: One-year compulsory rotating internship at hospital associated with the college.
• Placement Cell: Not applicable

Campus & Facilities

• Teaching hospital with OPD/IPD services.
• Separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facility.
• Well-equipped laboratories and dissection halls.
• Library with medical reference books and e-resources.
• Wi-Fi enabled campus and medical computer labs.
• Sports ground and student activity clubs.
• Health services and ambulance available on campus.
• Campus transport connectivity to Dhanbad city.

Faculty & Research

• Qualified faculty in pre-clinical, para-clinical and clinical departments as per NMC Norms.
• No official data on notable research centres or patents as of 2024-06-01.
• No MoUs found on official website.

Rankings

• NIRF: Not listed under Medical colleges as of 2024
• NAAC: Not accredited
• India Today/Outlook/QS: No ranking available

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• MBBS seat matrix: 100 seats total
• Cut-off ranks: Published by Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) post-NEET counseling each year — BCECEB Official Site
• Category-wise cut-offs as per NEET percentile norms and state reservation policies.

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi (~80 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Dhanbad Junction Railway Station (approx. 7 km from college)
• Local Transit: City buses, auto rickshaws, and taxis connect college from Dhanbad city center.

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