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 Pharmacy [B Pharma]
Government Medical College Kozhikode (GMC Kozhikode) offers a 4-year B.Pharm through the Government College of Pharmaceutical Sciences on its campus, affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences. Admission is through the KEAM 2026 rank list managed by CEE Kerala, with an intake of 20 seats. Total government fee for the 4-year course is INR 81,650. GMC Kozhikode is one of Kerala’s oldest and most reputed government medical institutions.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Mop-up Round begins August 2026 (Tentative).
GMC Kozhikode B.Pharm Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (1st year) | INR 24,330 |
| Total Fees (4 years, general category) | INR 81,650 |
| Hostel Charges (per year, optional) | INR 4,170 to INR 5,665 |
| Total Academic Fees (excluding hostel) | INR 81,650 |
- Subsequent year fees are lower than the first year due to one-time admission charges.
- Application fee to CEE Kerala: INR 875 for general and INR 400 for SC/ST category.
GMC Kozhikode B.Pharm Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KEAM 2026 Exam | April 17 to April 22, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Result | May 12, 2026 |
| KEAM Rank List Released | June 14, 2026 |
| KEAM CAP Option Entry Closes | July 16, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 |
- All allotments are made through the CEE Kerala portal at cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Mop-up Round seat allotment is expected in August to September 2026.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics as compulsory subjects from a recognised board
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying subjects (PCB or PCM) for general category candidates
- Minimum age of 17 years on or before December 31, 2026
- Valid KEAM 2026 rank in the pharmacy rank list published by CEE Kerala
Admission Process
- Register for KEAM 2026 and appear for the pharmacy entrance examination conducted by CEE Kerala
- Check KEAM 2026 rank list published on June 14, 2026 at cee.kerala.gov.in
- Register for KEAM CAP (Centralised Allotment Process) and fill college and course preferences online
- Receive provisional seat allotment from CEE Kerala and pay the fee to confirm the allotted seat
- Report to the Government College of Pharmaceutical Sciences at GMC Kozhikode campus with original documents for verification
- Complete enrollment formalities to secure final admission to the B.Pharm programme
✓ Opt for this if
- Want B.Pharm at a government institution with extremely low fees
- Prefer a pharmacy programme co-located with a major teaching hospital
- Have a strong KEAM rank and qualify for Kerala state quota
- Planning to pursue M.Pharm or PharmD after graduation in Kerala
✗ Skip if
- Seeking admission outside Kerala through CUET or national-level counselling
- Looking for a B.Pharm programme with a dedicated pharmaceutical industry campus drive
- Not a Kerala domicile and not eligible for CEE Kerala state quota seats
- Expecting modern pharma park or industry tie-up as part of the programme
GMC Kozhikode B.Pharm 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 with income below INR 4.5 LPA |
- All central scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
GMC Kozhikode B.Pharm FAQs
Ques. What is the government fee for B.Pharm at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. The total government fee for the 4-year B.Pharm programme at the Government College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, GMC Kozhikode, is INR 81,650 for the general category. The first-year fee is INR 24,330, which is higher than subsequent years as it includes one-time admission and registration charges. Hostel accommodation, if availed, is charged separately at INR 4,170 to INR 5,665 per year. SC/ST students benefit from substantial fee concessions through the E-Grantz scholarship.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for B.Pharm admission at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. Admission to B.Pharm at the Government College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, GMC Kozhikode, is through the KEAM 2026 Pharmacy rank list published by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala. Candidates must register for KEAM 2026, appear for the pharmacy entrance examination, and participate in the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) at cee.kerala.gov.in. The rank list was released on June 14, 2026, and allotments are made in multiple rounds through the CAP system.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Pharm at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics as compulsory subjects from a recognised board. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying subjects is required for the general category. The minimum age is 17 years on or before December 31, 2026. A valid KEAM 2026 rank in the pharmacy rank list published by CEE Kerala is mandatory for allotment through the government quota.
Ques. What are the career options after B.Pharm from GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in hospital pharmacy, pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control and quality assurance, regulatory affairs, drug store management, and clinical research. Many B.Pharm graduates from Kerala government colleges join government pharmacy services through Kerala PSC recruitment. Further academic options include M.Pharm or PharmD. The co-location with a large teaching hospital also offers early exposure to clinical pharmacy practice and prepares graduates for hospital pharmacy roles in the public and private sectors.
Ques. Are there seats reserved for students outside Kerala in GMC Kozhikode B.Pharm?
Ans. The B.Pharm programme at GMC Kozhikode is a government institution primarily participating in CEE Kerala CAP allotments under state quota. There is no specific national-level or All India Quota for this government pharmacy college analogous to MCC AIQ for MBBS. Candidates from outside Kerala who do not qualify under state quota norms of CEE Kerala may not be eligible. Students from other states should verify eligibility under the specific provisions of CEE Kerala for the current year.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Pharm students at GMC Kozhikode?
Ans. Hostel accommodation is available at GMC Kozhikode at a nominal charge of INR 4,170 to INR 5,665 per year, depending on the facility. Mess charges are separate and are paid directly to the mess. The GMC Kozhikode campus is a large government medical complex with student hostels serving students across its medical, paramedical, and nursing programmes. Students should apply for hostel through the college administration after confirming admission to the B.Pharm programme.