Government Medical College Pariyaram, Kannur (GMC Kannur)

Government Medical College, Kannur (also known as GMC Kannur or Pariyaram Medical College) is one of Kerala’s well-established medical institutions. Initially started as a cooperative medical college, it was later taken over by the government. Affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), it offers MBBS, MD, MS, and various super-specialty courses. The college is known for its excellent medical education, research facilities, and a well-equipped teaching hospital that serves patients across North Kerala.

College Details

The details are given in the following table below :

Name of the College	Government Medical College
Affiliating University	Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur
Establishing Year	1995
Intake	100
Type	Government
Status	Recognized
Official Website	Website

Courses Offered

A wide range of courses are offered by the college. The courses along with their eligibility are given in the table below

UG Courses

NAME OF THE COURSE	ELIGIBILITY	DURATION
MBBS	10+2 Science and NEET UG qualified	4.5 years + 1-year compulsory internship.

PG Courses

NAME OF THE COURSE	ELIGIBILITY	DURATION
MD General Medicine	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Paediatrics	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Physiology	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Community Medicine	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Microbiology	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases / Pulmonary Medicine	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Psychiatry	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Radio-diagnosis / Radiology	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Emergency Medicine	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Pathology	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Biochemistry	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MD Anaesthesiology	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MS General Surgery	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MS Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MS Orthopaedics	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years
MS Ophthalmology	MBBS degree and NEET PG qualified	3 years

Eligibility For Government Medical College Pariyaram, Kannur (GMC Kannur)

Aspects	Eligibility
Academic Qualification	Candidates must have completed their secondary education (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects. A minimum qualifying percentage in the 10+2 examination is required as per the National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines.
Minimum Marks Required	General Category: Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
Age Limit	Minimum age: 17 years as of 31st December of the admission year. Maximum age: 25 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC).
Entrance Exam	Must have qualified the NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate) with the required cutoff score.

MD/MS Eligibility Criteria

Apects	Eligibility
Academic Qualification	Candidates must have completed an MBBS from a recognized educational institution.
Minimum Marks Required	Candidates must have secured 50% for the NEET PG entrance exam.

Fees Structure

The detailed fee structure for MBBS for 1 year is given in the table below :

Government /State Quota	–
Management	–
NRI	–
Hostel	–
Security	–
Miscellaneous	–
Total	28950

Fee Structure for the MD/MS Course

Year	Annual Fees
1st Year	53,000

Cut Off

Admission to the MBBS course is based on the NEET UG Score, the detailed cut-off for the year 2024-25 is given below,

CATEGORY	HIGHEST	LOWEST
AC	–	–
AM	–	–
BH	1449	1592
BX	2682	–
CC	–	–
DA	–	–
DH	–	–
DK	–	–
DM	–	–
DV	4930	6423
EW	2124	2463
EZ	941	1170
FL-BH	–	–
FL-BX	–	–
FL-EW	–	–
FL-EZ	1181	1241
FL-LA	–	–
FL-MU	956	1133
FL-VK	–	–
KN	8874	–
KU	12113	–
LA	2388	2587
MM	–	–
MU	903	949
NC	–	–
NM	–	–
NM##	–	–
NQ	–	–
NR	–	–
NR##	–	–
PD	29010	37508
PI	–	–
PT	11906	–
SC	9966	11226
SC##	–	–
SD	–	–
SM	435	892
SM-BH	–	–
SM-BX	–	–
SM-EW	–	–
SM-EZ	–	–
SM-LA	–	–
SM-MU	–	–
SM-VK	–	–
ST	16960	18775
VK	1367	1389
XS	–	–

Cut Off for PG Courses

NAME OF THE COURSE	Round 1	Round 2
MD General Medicine	784	1464
MD Paediatrics	19219	23394
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy	1091	1480
MD Physiology	46021	–
MD Community Medicine	22518	31395
MD Microbiology	35326	–
MD Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases / Pulmonary Medicine	3926	4560
MD Psychiatry	8823
MD Radio-diagnosis / Radiology	632	–
MD Emergency Medicine	2976	5507
MD Pathology	28426	32554
MD Biochemistry	–	–
MD Anaesthesiology	–	–
MS General Surgery	13867	–
MS Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)	11594	–
MS Orthopaedics	6987	10588
MS Ophthalmology	9983	–

Facilities

The college has a built-in environment that is best suited for students, the administrators are always working hard to improve the facilities that are available at the disposal of students. These facilities are 

• Central Library
• Auditorium
• Canteen 
• Blood Bank and Component 
• Central Research Lab 
• Residences and Hostel 
• Diagnostics 
• Games- Indoor and Outdoor 
• Lecture Theatres 
• Pharmacy

Admission at Government Medical College Pariyaram, Kannur (GMC Kannur)

UG admission process

• Qualify NEET-UG:
  • Appear for and secure the required cutoff in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG).
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Age: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2025.
  • Academic Qualification:
    • Pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects.
    • General category: Minimum 50% in PCB; Reserved categories: 40% in PCB.
• Seat Distribution:
  • 15% of seats under All India Quota (AIQ), managed by MCC.
  • 85% of seats under Uttar Pradesh State Quota, managed by DMET, Lucknow.
• Counseling Process:
  • AIQ Counseling:
    • Register on the MCC website
    • Participate in counseling rounds for seat allocation.
  • State Quota Counseling:
    • Register on the DMET UP portal
    • Attend counseling for Uttar Pradesh domicile candidates.
• Document Verification:
  • NEET-UG Admit Card and Scorecard.
  • Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Passing Certificates.
  • Domicile Certificate (for state quota).
  • Category Certificate (if applicable).
  • Passport-size photographs and valid ID proof.
• Seat Allotment and Reporting:
  • Accept the allotted seat and download the allotment letter.
  • Report to BRD Medical College with the required documents for admission confirmation.
• Official Updates:
  • Stay informed through the official MCC and DMET UP websites for schedules and notifications.

PG admission process

• Qualify NEET-PG:
  • Appear for and secure the required cutoff in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET-PG).
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Academic Qualification:
    • Candidate must possess an MBBS degree from an NMC recognized medical college.
  • Internship:
    • Completion of one-year compulsory rotatory internship or or before the specified date by NMC.
  • Registration:
    • Permanent or provisional MBBS registration certificate issued by NMC/State Medical Council.
• Seat Distribution:
  • 50% of seats under All India Quota (AIQ), managed by MCC.
  • 50% of seats under Uttar Pradesh State Quota, managed by DGME/DMET, Uttar Pradesh.
• Counseling Process:
  • AIQ Counseling:
    • Register on the MCC website.
    • Participate in NEET-PG counseling rounds for MD/MS seat allotment.
  • State Quota Counseling:
    • Register on the DGME/DMET UP portal.
    • Participate in counseling for Uttar Pradesh state quota seats.
  • Document Verification:
    • NEET-PG Admit Card and Scorecard.
    • MBBS Degree Certificate and Mark Sheets.
    • Internship Completion Certificate.
    • Medical Registration Certificate.
    • Domicile Certificate (for state quota, if applicable).
    • Category Certificate (if applicable).
    • Passport-size photographs and valid ID proof.
  • Seat Allotment and Reporting:
    • Accept the allotted seat and download the allotment letter.
    • Report to BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur with original documents for admission confirmation.
  • Official Updates:
    • Candidates are advised to regularly check the official MCC and DGME/DMET UP websites for counseling schedules, notifications, and updates.

Documentation

1. Admit Card and Rank Letter (for NEET): If admission is based on NEET, you will need your admit card and rank letter.
2. 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Certificates: For proof of qualification and date of birth.
3. Transfer Certificate (TC): Issued by the school or college last attended.
4. Migration Certificate: If applicable, for students from other boards or universities.
5. Category Certificate: For candidates applying under reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS).
6. Character Certificate: Issued by the previous institution.
7. Passport-sized Photographs: Typically 6-8 recent photographs.
8. Domicile Certificate: As proof of residence, if required.
9. Medical Fitness Certificate: A certificate confirming physical fitness for the medical program.
10. Identity Proof: Aadhaar card, passport, or other government-issued ID.
11. Allotment Letter: If admission is through centralized counseling.
12. Gap Certificate: If applicable, for candidates with a break in their studies.

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