Dharanidhar Medical College and Hospital, Keonjhar

Odisha
Fees: Varies by course; generally between ₹15,000 to ₹45,000 per annum for professional courses.
Average Package: 2.5 LPA - 3.5 LPA
Highest Package: 5.5 LPA

About Dharanidhar Medical College and Hospital, Keonjhar

Dharanidhar Medical College and Hospital (DDMCH), located in the scenic and mineral-rich district of Keonjhar, Odisha, stands as a premier state-run landmark in the realm of medical education and tertiary healthcare delivery. Established in the year 2022 by the Government of Odisha, the institution was envisioned to systematically eliminate regional imbalances in quality medical education and specialized clinical infrastructure across northern Odisha. Originally popular as the Government Medical College Keonjhar, it was later formally named after the legendary revolutionary and local historical figure Dharanidhar Naik. The institution is dynamically affiliated with the newly unified Odisha University of Health Sciences (OUHS), Bhubaneswar, and operates under the strict regulatory approval and standards of the National Medical Commission (NMC). The expansive, modern campus features architecturally advanced academic blocks, fully air-conditioned smart lecture halls with tier-seating systems, a monumental centralized library equipped with high-speed digital connectivity, and top-tier diagnostic laboratories. Functioning concurrently as the primary referral hub for the district, the integrated teaching hospital accommodates a massive volume of patients from urban and remote tribal hinterlands. This gives medical students an unmatched spectrum of clinical exposure across primitive, chronic, and traumatic disease states. Backed by dedicated medical faculty members, full-fledged residential hostels, and dynamic internal amenities, Dharanidhar Medical College and Hospital serves as a beacon of clinical excellence, dedicated to training socially accountable, competent medical professionals who can effectively strengthen India's primary and tertiary healthcare ecosystems.

Admission Process

1. Online/Offline Application Form submission. 2. Merit list declaration based on 10+2 marks. 3. Document verification. 4. Fee payment to confirm admission.

Cutoffs

Merit based (usually above 50% in 12th)

Rankings & Recognition

N/A (Recently Established)

Top Recruiters & Placements

Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha,National Health Mission (NHM),All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS),State Public Service Commissions

Scholarships

Post-matric scholarship for SC/ST/OBC students as per Bihar Govt. norms.

Student Life & Campus

Vibrant campus with regular NSS activities, sports tournaments, and cultural events. Focus on discipline and holistic development.

Facilities

Boys Hostel,Girls Hostel,Central Library,Digital Library,Lecture Theatres,Skilled Laboratories,Blood Bank,24x7 Emergency Services,ICU/ICCU,Modular Operation Theatres,Gymnasium,Sports Ground,Cafeteria

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dharanidhar Medical College a government or private institution?

Dharanidhar Medical College and Hospital, Keonjhar is a fully functional, 100% government medical institution established by the Health and Family Welfare Department of the Government of Odisha.

What is the annual intake capacity for the MBBS course at DDMCH Keonjhar?

The college is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) to admit 100 undergraduate students per batch for its Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme.

What is the mandatory bond service duration for MBBS graduates in Odisha government colleges?

As per the prevailing guidelines of the Government of Odisha, candidates completing their MBBS from state government medical colleges must serve a mandatory post-completion period of 2 years in state healthcare facilities, or pay the specified financial penalty.

Courses & Fees

  • MBBS - 40000

Reviews & Ratings

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Pros

  • State-of-the-art modern infrastructure, advanced practical laboratories, and fully air-conditioned lecture buildings.
  • Affordable government fee structure coupled with highly subsidized clinical academic resources.
  • Excellent medical case layout given its structural position as the principal referral headquarters hospital for the entire tribal-dominated district.

Cons

  • Located in a developing district which limits immediate exposure to mega-city healthcare networks outside the state system.
  • Public transport frequency from the main town to the campus periphery is still stabilizing.

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Location

Kabitra, Post - Sadar, District - Kendujhar (Keonjhar), Odisha, Pincode - 758001

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Contact Details

Phone: +91-9307888288

Email: principal.amcbounsi@gmail.com

Medical Details & Hospital Load

Bed Count: 500, Daily Patients: 2200

OPD Load: 1800+ patients per day, IPD Load: 75% to 80% bed occupancy rate

Bond Years: 2, Bond Penalty: 15000000