College Overview:
Establishment: Founded in 1997, initially as the Uttarakhand Forest Hospital Trust Medical College. The foundation ceremony was held on 19 March 1997, and the first MBBS batch began in May 2004 with 100 seats. In May 2010, the Uttarakhand government took over the trust and renamed it Government Medical College, Haldwani.
Campus & Affiliation: Located on a 90-acre campus on Rampur Road, Haldwani, Uttarakhand. Affiliated with Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU), Dehradun. Approved by the National Medical Commission (formerly MCI).
Institutional Milestone: Notably the first postgraduate medical college in Uttarakhand; its PG programs began shortly after establishment, making it a regional pioneer in advanced medical education
Recognition – Government Medical College, Haldwani
Recognition Authority | Program / Status | Approval Details |
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National Medical Commission (NMC) | MBBS program | Recognized; LoP (Letter of Permission) granted since 30 Sep 2003 |
National Medical Commission (NMC) | Increase of MBBS seats | LoP granted to increase to 125 seats on 21 Jun 2019 |
National Medical Commission (NMC) | Postgraduate (MD/MS) programs | Recognized for ~65–74 PG seats across 17 disciplines |
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU) | Affiliation to conduct MBBS and PG programs | College formally affiliated as the academic authority for all programs |
GMC Haldwani: Courses & Seat Matrix for 2025 Admission
Program | Duration | Intake (Seats) | Admission Exam | Counselling Authority |
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MBBS (UG) | 5.5 years (incl. 1-year internship) | 125 | NEET UG | 15% AIQ via MCC; 85% state quota via HNBUMU |
MD (PG) | 3 years | ~65 (across multiple MD disciplines) | NEET PG | 50% AIQ (MCC); 50% Uttarakhand state quota (HNBUMU) |
MS (PG) | 3 years | ~24 (across surgical disciplines) | NEET PG | 50% AIQ via MCC; 50% state quota via HNBUMU |
What’s Officially Available (Government Sources Only)-Fee Struture
Information Category | Available Data from Govt Sources |
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MBBS intake (UG) | 125 seats (affiliated and recognized) |
MD/MS intake (PG) | ~65 seats across disciplines |
Fee structure (MBBS / PG) | Not disclosed on NMC / HNBUMU / state education portals |
GMC Haldwani – NEET 2024 Cut-Off Trends & Eligibility Table
Program | Quota | Category | Round | Closing AIR Rank | Eligibility Criteria |
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MBBS (UG) | All India (15%) | General | Round 2 | 9,222 | NEET UG qualified; 10+2 with PCB & English; min 50% marks (Gen) |
OBC | Round 2 | 11,840 | NEET UG + OBC certificate | ||
SC | Round 2 | 76,556 | NEET UG + SC certificate | ||
ST | Round 2 | 113,736 | NEET UG + ST certificate | ||
EWS | Round 2 | 11,938 | NEET UG + EWS certificate | ||
UK State (85%) | General | Round 3 | 22,275 | NEET UG + Uttarakhand domicile certificate (state quota) | |
MD General Medicine | All India + State | General | Round 1 | 2,817 – 3,551 | NEET PG qualified; MBBS + internship; registered with SMC/MCI |
MD Pediatrics | All India + State | General | Round 1 | 4,607 – 5,285 | Same as above |
MS Obst. & Gynae | All India + State | General | Round 1 | 4,936 – 7,299 | Same as above |
MS Ophthalmology | All India + State | General | Round 1 | 6,740 – 10,934 | Same as above |
MS ENT | All India + State | General | Round 1 | 10,673 – 15,663 | Same as above |
MD Pathology | All India + State | General | Round 1 | 30,714 – 31,576 | Same as above |
MD Microbiology | All India + State | General | Round 1 | ~60,957 | Same as above |
MS Anatomy | All India + State | General | Round 1 | 92,437 – 169,356 | Same as above |
Notes:
AIR = All India Rank from NEET UG/PG.
State Quota (85%) applies only to Uttarakhand-domiciled students, administered by HNBUMU.
All India Quota (15%) is open to all candidates via MCC counseling.
Reserved category cut-offs vary per round and may fluctuate year-to-year.
Eligibility for UG includes 50% in 12th PCM for General, 40% for SC/ST/OBC.
Eligibility for PG includes MBBS, 1-year internship, NEET PG qualification, and registration with a State Medical Council (SMC) or MCI.
Admission Process Flow (2025)
Level | Quota | Conducting Body | Registration Dates (UG) | Rounds | Key Steps |
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NEET UG — MBBS | All India (15%) | MCC, DGHS (Govt. of India) | July 21–28, 2025 | Round 1 (up to 4 rounds) | Register → Upload docs → Choice fill → Allotment → Report |
Uttarakhand State (85%) | HNBUMU, Uttarakhand Govt. | Likely from late July / early Aug 2025 | Up to 3 rounds + mop-up | Register each round → upload → choice → allotment → report | |
NEET PG — MD/MS | All India (50%) | MCC, DGHS | Post results (Aug/Sep 2025) | Multiple rounds as defined | Same sequence: register → docs → choice → allotment → join |
Uttarakhand State (50%) | HNBUMU | Same timelines, separate portal | Multiple rounds | Same flow under state PG counselling |
Important Notes
Counselling is mandatory for both UG and PG admissions—direct admission is not permitted.
Fees: State counselling fees include registration (non-refundable) and security deposit (refundable if no seat allotted)—Round 1 fee ~6,500 (INR) (Govt seat) for Uttarakhand State counselling.
Eligibility: For state quota, candidates must have Uttarakhand domicile or completed both Class 10 & 12 in Uttarakhand; they do not need domicile for private college seats but aren’t eligible for reservation or government quota.
Infrastructure Facilities
According to official descriptions and verified student feedback:
Campus & Buildings
Spread over approximately 90 acres on Rampur Road, Haldwani, the campus includes dedicated buildings for pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical departments, separate hostels, administrative blocks, and forthcoming auditorium (capacity ~1000)
Hospitals & Clinical Facilities
Affiliated hospitals include Dr. Susheela Tiwari Memorial Hospital (600 beds) and Swami Rama Cancer Hospital & Research Center, serving as key clinical training grounds
Library & IT
A central air-conditioned library stocks national and international journals, reference books, newspapers, magazines, and offers Wi-Fi access. Lecture theatres and classrooms are equipped with projectors and audiovisual aids
Hostels & Residential Complex
Separate, spacious, well-ventilated boys’ and girls’ hostel blocks with accommodation for about 150 students each. The campus also includes residences for faculty and staff
Sports & Recreation
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities, including a gym and access to external stadium infrastructure, support physical training and wellness
Canteen & Guest Facilities
Hygienic cafeteria services for students and staff, along with guest rooms for visiting faculty and family members
Faculty Profile & Teaching Quality
General Staffing
GMC Haldwani maintains faculty strength in major disciplines, with approximately one faculty member per 15 students—ensuring individualized academic attention, especially as departments expand post 2000s transfers
Qualification & Expertise
Most faculty members are experienced doctors (MBBS, MD), actively involved in clinical practice, and many have been with the college since its early years. They use clinically-oriented teaching aided by presentations and live OPD exposure
Student Feedback Highlights
“The faculty … is very helpful, well qualified, very knowledgeable … Teaching quality is very good.” — numerous student reviews
“Faculty-to-student ratio … around one is to 15 … most faculties are friendly, approachable, and supportive.”
Feedback & Academic Structure
The institution conducts multiple internal assessments (terminals, mid-terms, professional exams), with a ~99% pass rate among students. Faculty are known for revising curriculum content regularly and offering hands-on support
GMC Haldwani: Placement & Career Prospects
Internship & Post-MBBS Opportunities:
Internship: All MBBS graduates must complete a one-year compulsory rotating internship at the associated Dr. Susheela Tiwari Memorial Hospital, Kumazón Hospital with a high daily patient inflow offering extensive clinical exposure
Stipend: Monthly stipend for interns ranges from 7,000 to 17,000–22,000, with recent batches reporting ~17–22 K/month depending on the academic year
Postgraduate & Job Prospects:
There is no formal campus placement or external recruiters. Instead, students rely on government appointments and hospital placements, especially for MD/MS graduates to join government healthcare services or pursue further qualification via NEET Super-Specialty
According to ~2024 data, the highest package reported for MBBS alumni was approximately 20 LPA, while the average package was around 6 LPA, although such figures may reflect assumption-based projections or sporadic contracts rather than standardized campus placement offers
What Students Say (Shiksha & Alumni Reviews)
“After completing your course ... you can take job in the same campus or any other health care institution anywhere in India. It is a safe course … 5–7 years.” — Verified student review
“Internship is mandatory … stipend of 17,000–25,000 per month … no bond facility.” — Verified student review
GMC Haldwani – Hostel Facility:
Feature | Details |
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Accommodation | Separate hostels for boys and girls |
Capacity | Approx. 150+ students per hostel |
Room Type | Mostly shared rooms (double/triple occupancy); some single occupancy for interns/PGs |
Amenities | Beds, study tables, chairs, wardrobes, 24/7 electricity, filtered water |
Bathrooms | Shared (attached for some PG/intern rooms) |
Wi-Fi / Internet | Available in common areas (limited coverage in rooms) |
Mess Facility | In-house hygienic canteen/mess serving vegetarian and non-veg food |
Security | 24x7 security staff, separate entry for girls’ hostel, CCTV-monitored |
Curfew / Entry Rules | Strict timings for UG girls’ hostel; biometric or register-based entry |
Laundry / Washing Area | Available with washing machine access in common areas |
Recreation | TV room, indoor games, newspapers, access to college sports grounds |
Hostel Fee (Approx.) | 5,000 – 10,000 per year (excluding mess charges) |
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