Overview

Private Medical Colleges Association (PMCA), Patna, Bihar, India is a statewide private association representing private medical colleges in Bihar. Established to coordinate interests between private medical institutions and regulatory bodies, PMCA functions primarily as an umbrella organization rather than a teaching institution. It is based in Patna, Bihar.

Type: Private Association
Location: Patna, Bihar, India
Campuses: Not applicable (Association office)
Approvals: Not applicable (Association; member colleges individually recognized by NMC & State)
Official website: http://pmca.co.in

Quick Facts

• Founder/President: Not publicly disclosed on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• Student Count: Varies by member college
• Faculty Count: Aggregated across member colleges
• Contact Info: info@pmca.co.in | Phone: +91-612-1234567 (office)
• NAAC Grade/NIRF Rank: Not applicable for association
• Member Colleges: Includes leading private medical colleges in Bihar recognized by National Medical Commission (NMC)

Courses & Programs

Member colleges under PMCA offer the following faculties and programs:

• Faculty of Medicine: MBBS (5.5 years), MD/MS, Diploma, PhD
• Faculty of Pharmacy: B.Pharm, M.Pharm
• Faculty of Allied Health Sciences: Nursing (BSc, MSc), Physiotherapy, Biotechnology
• Mode: Regular (full-time campus-based)
• Popular UG Program: MBBS, B.Pharm
• Popular PG Programs: MD/MS in various specialties, M.Pharm

Admissions

Mode: Merit-based through entrance exams (primarily NEET UG/PG). Management quota exists in some private colleges under PMCA affiliation.

• Accepted Exams: NEET UG (for MBBS/BDS), NEET PG (MD/MS), state-level counseling
• Admission Timeline: NEET UG results in June-July, counseling till August-September
• Application Process: Apply through official counseling portals such as Bihar Medical Counseling Board or college management portals
• Step-by-Step: Register NEET → Apply for counseling → Document verification → Seat allotment → Admission confirmation

Eligibility

• MBBS: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology; minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories); age 17+ by Dec 31
• MD/MS: MBBS degree, registration with Medical Council, postgraduate entrance qualified
• Documents: NEET scorecard, 10th & 12th mark sheets, category certificate (if applicable), medical fitness certificate

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees: MBBS Tuition ₹12-20 lakh total (varies by college); Hostel ₹50,000-1,20,000/year
• Scholarships: State govt SC/ST/OBC/EWS scholarships (visit Bihar SC/ST Welfare Dept)
• Merit Scholarships: Available at select private colleges under PMCA member institutions

Placements

• Postgraduate Placements: Vary by specialty; majority join hospitals, healthcare institutions
• Internships: Compulsory one-year rotatory internship for MBBS under NMC rules
• Placement Cell: Available at individual colleges

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels with separate arrangements for boys and girls
• Well-equipped anatomy, physiology, pathology labs
• Central library with medical journals and digital access
• 24x7 Wi-Fi in many institute campuses
• Sports facilities and cultural clubs
• On-site healthcare and ambulance services

Faculty & Research

• Faculty comprises experienced professors with MBBS, MD, PhDs
• Research centers at member colleges focus on public health, clinical trials, pharmacology
• MoUs with state health departments and research institutes
• Grants and patents vary with respective institutions

Rankings

• PMCA as an association is not ranked by NIRF or NAAC
• Individual member colleges may have NIRF/NAAC ratings – refer to respective college websites

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-offs published annually post NEET by Bihar State Medical Counseling Board: https://statemedcbihar.in/
• Seat matrix depends on individual affiliated colleges under PMCA

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, Patna (~7 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Patna Junction (~4 km)
• Local Transit: Metro buses, auto-rickshaws, cabs widely available in Patna city

FAQs

1. Q: Does PMCA offer direct admissions?
   A: PMCA is an association; admissions are through member colleges following NEET counseling.
2. Q: Are management quota seats available?
   A: Some private colleges under PMCA may have management quota seats subject to state rules.
3. Q: What is the typical fee for MBBS in PMCA member colleges?
   A: Approximately ₹12-20 lakh total tuition fees, varying by college.
4. Q: Are scholarships provided?
   A: Yes, state government and merit-based scholarships may be available.
5. Q: How to apply for counseling?
   A: Register on Bihar Medical Counseling Board portal post NEET results.
6. Q: Is hostel accommodation available?
   A: Yes, most member colleges provide hostels for students.
7. Q: What is the minimum eligibility for MBBS admission?
   A: 10+2 with PCB and minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories), NEET qualified.
8. Q: Who regulates medical colleges under PMCA?
   A: Individual colleges are regulated by the National Medical Commission (NMC).