Government Medical College, Talcher

Odisha

About Government Medical College, Talcher

Government Medical College, Talcher, originally conceptualized and constructed as the Mahanadi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (MIMSR) by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), stands as a premier tertiary healthcare and educational institution in the Angul district of Odisha. Established to bridge the critical healthcare gap in the industrial and coal-bearing regions of the state, the institution represents a monumental collaborative effort between a central public sector enterprise and the Government of Odisha. Following its Rs 492 crore construction, the state-of-the-art facility was officially handed over to the state government to be operated as a fully functional, high-quality Government Medical College and Hospital. The college is formally affiliated with Utkal University and operates strictly under the rigorous educational guidelines set forth by the National Medical Commission (NMC). It offers an undergraduate MBBS program with an annual intake of 100 students, aimed at producing competent, compassionate medical professionals equipped to handle both rural and urban healthcare challenges. The campus is spread over a sprawling 20-acre area, housing advanced academic blocks, fully equipped multidisciplinary laboratories, contemporary lecture theaters, and a comprehensive central library that subscribes to numerous national and international medical journals. In addition to the academic infrastructure, the college boasts a massive 500-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital that provides crucial clinical exposure to its students. This hospital is poised to handle a massive daily patient load, offering specialized medical services in general medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, orthopedics, ophthalmology, and more. Accommodation facilities include highly secure, well-furnished hostels for both boys and girls, along with dedicated residential quarters for teaching and non-teaching staff, ensuring a thriving residential campus life. By catering to the underprivileged populations of Talcher, Angul, and neighboring districts, Government Medical College, Talcher not only serves as an academic beacon but also as an essential lifeline for healthcare in the region, dramatically reducing the need for rural patients to travel to distant metropolitan centers for advanced medical treatment.

Top Recruiters & Placements

Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) - Medical Officers,National Health Mission (NHM),Various Government and Private Hospitals in Odisha

Facilities

Boys Hostel,Girls Hostel,Central Library,Multidisciplinary Laboratories,Auditorium,Lecture Theaters,Cafeteria,Sports Complex,Blood Bank,24/7 Emergency Services,Diagnostic Center

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Government Medical College, Talcher approved by the NMC?

Yes, the college is officially approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) for an annual intake of 100 MBBS students.

What is the affiliation of this medical college?

Government Medical College, Talcher is affiliated with Utkal University, Bhubaneswar.

Does the college have its own teaching hospital?

Yes, it operates a 500-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital on the campus to provide comprehensive clinical training to its students.

Courses & Fees

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) - INR 37,950 per annum
  • Medical - Fees unavailable

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Pros

  • State-of-the-art infrastructure built recently by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL).
  • Highly subsidized government fee structure.
  • Excellent clinical exposure due to the lack of other major tertiary hospitals in the immediate vicinity.

Cons

  • Being a newly established college, the alumni network is currently in its nascent stage.
  • Located at a significant distance from the state capital, Bhubaneswar.

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Location

Pabitra Mohan Pradhan Government Hospital Campus, Talcher, Angul District, Odisha - 759100, India

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Medical Details & Hospital Load

Bed Count: 500, Daily Patients: 1500

OPD Load: 1200+ per day, IPD Load: 350+ per day

Bond Years: 2, Bond Penalty: INR 25,00,000