Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Government Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program are structured annually. The tuition fee ranges from Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 30,000 per year. Additional fees during admission can include a PTA fund ranging from Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 17,000 and miscellaneous fees around Rs. 3,320. Monthly hostel fees range from Rs. 12,000 in the first year to Rs. 10,000 in subsequent years, with a mess fee of approximately Rs.
2,000 to Rs. 3,000 per month. Various scholarships are available, especially for minority, OBC, and economically weaker sections, including the MOMA scholarship, E-grantz, and others. Hostel and mess charges may be waived for some reserved categories under government schemes. House surgeons receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 26,000 to Rs. 30,000. Overall education expenses, inclusive of all fees and necessities, range from Rs. 2 to Rs. 4 lakh over the program's duration, with adjustments based on financial aid eligibility.
About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Government Medical College Kozhikode (GMC Kozhikode), Kerala, offers MBBS with an intake of 250 seats. Admission is through NEET-UG 2026, with 15% seats allotted via MCC All India Quota counselling and 85% through CEE Kerala state quota. Total government fees for the 4.5-year academic component are INR 1,49,000. Established in 1957, GMC Kozhikode is one of Kerala’s oldest and largest government medical colleges.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
GMC Kozhikode MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 22,050 |
| Van Fee (per year) | INR 1,660 |
| Miscellaneous Charges (per year) | INR 1,660 |
| University Registration (one-time) | INR 2,520 |
| Caution Deposit (refundable, one-time) | INR 2,210 |
| Hostel Charges (per year, optional) | INR 4,170 to INR 5,665 |
| Total Academic Fees (4.5 years, excluding hostel) | INR 1,49,000 |
- Caution deposit of INR 2,210 is refundable on course completion or withdrawal.
- Internship year carries a monthly stipend of INR 25,000 and no tuition fee.
GMC Kozhikode MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Registration | February 8 to March 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Exam | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Result | July 20, 2026 |
| Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 |
- State quota (85%) counselling is managed by CEE Kerala at cee.kerala.gov.in.
- All India Quota (15%) is managed by MCC at mcc.nic.in after NEET-UG result.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for General/OBC/EWS candidates (40% for SC/ST)
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026
- Valid NEET-UG 2026 score meeting the qualifying percentile prescribed by the National Medical Commission
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 with the minimum percentile prescribed by the National Medical Commission
- For state quota seats (85%): register and participate in CEE Kerala MBBS counselling at cee.kerala.gov.in
- For AIQ seats (15%): register and participate in MCC DGHS MBBS counselling at mcc.nic.in
- Fill college preferences during the choice filling window and receive provisional seat allotment
- Report to GMC Kozhikode with original documents on the stipulated reporting date
- Pay the prescribed fees and complete enrollment formalities to secure final admission
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking government MBBS at minimal fees in a premier Kerala institution
- Kerala domicile with strong NEET rank competitive for state quota
- Planning a career in government medical service or Kerala PSC
- Want a well-established clinical training environment with large patient load
✗ Skip if
- Not eligible under Kerala state quota and NEET rank is insufficient for AIQ
- Expecting campus placement or international hospital recruiters
- Need a post-MBBS PG research infrastructure at the same institution
- Prefer an AIIMS or top-ranked private deemed medical university
GMC Kozhikode MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| E-Grantz (Kerala Government) | Full or partial tuition fee | SC/ST/OBC/SEBC students via egrantz.kerala.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (Central Govt.) | Fee and maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with valid caste certificates |
| MOMA Scholarship (Ministry of Minority Affairs) | Up to INR 30,000 per year | Minority community students with family income below INR 2.5 LPA |
| Central Sector Scholarship (MHRD) | Up to INR 20,000 per year | Merit students from non-creamy layer families |
- All central scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
GMC Kozhikode MBBS FAQs
Ques. What is the total government fee for MBBS at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. The total government fee for MBBS at GMC Kozhikode over the 4.5-year academic component is INR 1,49,000, which includes annual tuition of INR 22,050, van fees, miscellaneous charges, university registration, and caution deposit. Hostel accommodation is optional at INR 4,170 to INR 5,665 per year. The caution deposit of INR 2,210 is refundable. The internship year carries a monthly stipend of INR 25,000 and no additional tuition fees.
Ques. How does MBBS counselling work at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. GMC Kozhikode offers 250 MBBS seats split between 85% state quota (managed by CEE Kerala at cee.kerala.gov.in) and 15% All India Quota (managed by MCC at mcc.nic.in). Kerala state quota candidates must meet domicile and category norms as specified by CEE Kerala. AIQ candidates from across India can compete for the 15% seats through MCC NEET MBBS counselling. Both processes begin after the NEET-UG 2026 result is declared.
Ques. What NEET-UG rank is required for MBBS at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. For the 2025 cycle, general category AIQ cutoff scores at GMC Kozhikode were in the range of NEET scores 559 to 603 across categories. State quota cutoffs are determined by the Kerala state merit rank and reservation category. For the 2026 cycle, actual cutoffs will be determined after the NEET-UG 2026 result and the CEE Kerala rank list. Candidates should monitor the cee.kerala.gov.in portal for the provisional rank list and allotment schedules.
Ques. Is hostel compulsory for MBBS students at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. Hostel accommodation at GMC Kozhikode is optional for MBBS students. Hostel charges are highly subsidised at INR 4,170 to INR 5,665 per year depending on the type of accommodation. Mess charges are paid separately at the mess. The GMC Kozhikode campus has hostel facilities for both male and female students. Hostel admission is applied separately through the college hostel administration after securing MBBS admission through counselling.
Ques. What is the MBBS internship stipend at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. MBBS students at GMC Kozhikode complete a compulsory 12-month rotatory internship after the 4.5-year academic programme. As a government medical college in Kerala, GMC Kozhikode interns receive a monthly stipend of INR 25,000. No additional tuition fee is charged during the internship. After completion, interns must serve a one-year rural service bond with the Kerala government. A penalty of INR 10,00,000 is applicable if the bond is not fulfilled.