Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Rgkar Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program are notably affordable, with a government-subsidized fee structure of 4,500 INR per semester, totaling 9,000 INR per year. The total course fee is approximately 45,000 INR across nine semesters. Upon admission, students incur an admission fee of 6,500 INR, which includes semester fees and registration. Examination fees are approximately 1,800 INR annually. Scholarships such as Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship offer financial assistance to qualifying students.
While no direct campus jobs are available, a mandatory paid internship is required after the academic course, providing a stipend of about 30,000 INR per month. Hostel fees are minimal, contributing to the overall low-cost education facilitated by various government scholarships and financial aid programs for economically weaker sections and merit-based scholars.
About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital (RGKMCH), Kolkata, West Bengal is one of the oldest government medical colleges in India, offering MBBS over 4.5 years. Admission is through NEET-UG, with 250 seats including 37 under the All India Quota and 213 under the WB state quota. First-year tuition is INR 6,500 and subsequent years are INR 9,000 per year, affiliated to West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS).
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds begin August 2026 (Tentative).
RGKMCH MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | INR 6,500 |
| Tuition Fee (Years 2 onwards, annual) | INR 9,000 per year |
| One-time Fees (registration, admission, library, caution deposit) | INR 5,000 |
| Annual Recurring Fees (examination, student aid, sports) | INR 2,100 per year |
| Hostel Fee (optional) | INR 500 per year |
| Total Fees (4.5 years, excluding hostel) | INR 40,500 |
- Fee figures are sourced from third-party portals as the official college fee notification is not available online.
- Hostel fee of INR 500 per year is optional and excludes mess charges billed separately.
RGKMCH MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Registration Closed | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Result | Jul 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| MCC AIQ Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| WBMCC State Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- MCC AIQ counselling schedule for 2026 has not been officially released as of July 2026.
- WB state counselling is conducted by West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee at wbmcc.nic.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognized board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General and EWS category (40% for SC/ST per NMC norms)
- NEET-UG 2026 qualification with minimum 50th percentile for General category
- Minimum age of 17 years by December 31, 2026
- West Bengal domicile is required for the 213 state quota seats
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 with the required percentile for the applicable category
- Register on mcc.nic.in for All India Quota (15%) seats within the published counselling window
- WB domicile candidates register on wbmcc.nic.in for state quota (85%) seats and pay the counselling fee
- Submit documents for verification and fill college preferences during the choice filling window
- Receive seat allotment result and pay the seat-acceptance fee within the specified period
- Report to RGKMCH with original documents for final verification and admission
✓ Opt for this if
- West Bengal domicile seeking very low-cost government MBBS in Kolkata
- NEET rank aligns with WB state quota closing ranks
- Prefer a historically significant teaching hospital with high patient volume
- Comfortable with Kolkata urban clinical environment and WB government career path
✗ Skip if
- Not a WB domicile and limited to only 37 AIQ seats
- Prefer a NIRF top-50 ranked medical college for stronger PG appeal
- Looking for a medical school with modern campus infrastructure
- Want a college with formal research partnerships or industry tie-ups
RGKMCH MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) | INR 1,000 to INR 8,000 per month | WB domicile, min 60% marks in qualifying exam, annual family income below INR 2.5 lakh |
| OASIS Post-Matric Scholarship (WB) | Tuition fee reimbursement plus maintenance allowance | SC/ST/OBC students, West Bengal domicile |
| WBMDFC Scholarship | Income-based assistance | Minority community students, West Bengal domicile |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | Varies by category | SC/ST/OBC/EWS students on the National Scholarship Portal |
- SVMCM is the primary state scholarship for WB government college students at svmcm.wb.gov.in.
- OASIS scholarship at oasis.gov.in covers SC/ST/OBC students with WB domicile and income criteria.
RGKMCH MBBS FAQs
Ques. What is the total MBBS fee at RGKMCH Kolkata?
Ans. RGKMCH is one of the most affordable MBBS colleges in India. First-year tuition is INR 6,500 and subsequent years are INR 9,000 per year. One-time fees total INR 5,000 and annual recurring charges are INR 2,100. Total all-in cost for the 4.5-year program is INR 40,500, excluding optional hostel charges of INR 500 per year.
Ques. How many MBBS seats are available at RGKMCH and what is the quota split?
Ans. RGKMCH has 250 MBBS seats per year. Of these, 37 seats (15%) are filled through MCC All India Quota counselling, and 213 seats (85%) are filled through West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) state counselling. West Bengal domicile is mandatory for state quota seats.
Ques. What NEET score is required for RGKMCH MBBS admission?
Ans. For AIQ seats, RGKMCH General category closing ranks have historically been in the 10,000 to 20,000 range in earlier rounds. For WB state quota seats, which form 85% of all seats, closing ranks are more lenient for WB domicile candidates, with ranks in the 30,000 to 60,000 range securing seats in prior years. Exact cutoffs vary by year and category.
Ques. When does WB state MBBS counselling for 2026 start?
Ans. NEET-UG 2026 results were declared on July 20, 2026. The WBMCC had not released the official 2026 counselling schedule as of July 2026. Based on prior-year patterns, Round 1 registration is expected to open in August 2026. Candidates should monitor wbmcc.nic.in for the official schedule. Counselling fee is INR 2,000 for General category and INR 1,500 for reserved categories.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at RGKMCH Kolkata?
Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available for MBBS students at RGKMCH with an annual fee of just INR 500. Mess and food charges are billed separately. The college is located in the Shyambazar area of Kolkata, well-connected by public transport, making it accessible from different parts of the city.
Ques. Does RGKMCH have any NIRF ranking?
Ans. RGKMCH was ranked 35th in the NIRF Medical Rankings in 2023, reflecting its standing as a premier government medical college. The college has not appeared in the publicly released NIRF top-50 Medical list in 2024 and 2025 but continues to be recognized among leading medical institutions in West Bengal. An external review site ranked RGKMCH 119th nationally among medical colleges in 2026 and 3rd in Kolkata.