Courses Offered at Coimbatore Medical College: UG, PG & PhD Programs- Coimbatore

Coimbatore Medical College offers over 5 courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels in the streams of Medical. MBBS, the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, is the flagship course of Coimbatore Medical College offered based on NEET UG scores. Besides, Coimbatore Medical College also offers advanced postgraduate and super-specialty programs like MD, MS, DM, and MCh, reflecting its comprehensive medical education portfolio.

Students can choose from flagship programs such as the MBBS along with other specialised courses like the Doctorate of Medicine (DM) and Master of Surgery (MCh), which are super-specialty degrees. Coimbatore Medical College, often referred to simply as CMC, is consistently ranked among the top medical colleges in the state by various independent surveys and maintains over 10+ academic tie-ups with renowned medical institutions for research and clinical training. With experienced faculty and updated curricula, Coimbatore Medical College ensures students are well-prepared in their courses; the institute provides 1 UG course, 2 PG courses, and 2 PhD programs focusing on clinical practice, advanced research, & patient care across Medical and various other streams.

At Coimbatore Medical College, admission to each program is based on a combination of academic merit, relevant qualifications, and program-specific requirements. While criteria may vary depending on the level and type of program, applicants can generally expect to meet following criteria.

UG Programs

• Eligibility: Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English as compulsory subjects from a recognized board.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per NMC norms) in high school, subject to program specific criteria. Minimum age 17 years as of December 31st of the admission year.
• Entrance Exams: Admission to MBBS at Coimbatore Medical College strictly requires a valid NEET UG score. Specific details will be provided per program.
• Documents: Transcripts, mark sheets, and proof of age.

PG Programs

• Eligibility: A recognized MBBS degree recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) along with completion of compulsory rotating internship.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A valid MBBS degree, subject to specific program requirements.
• Entrance Exams: All PG programs (MD, MS) require standardized tests such as NEET PG.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, resume, and letters of recommendation may be required.

PhD Programs

• Eligibility: A Master's degree (MD or MS) in a relevant feeder specialty recognized by the NMC.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A recognized Master's (MD/MS) degree in a relevant clinical specialty, with a preference for applicants with research experience.
• Research Proposal: A comprehensive research proposal outlining your intended research area, subject to faculty approval, is mandatory for PhD admissions at Coimbatore Medical College.
• Entrance Exams/Interviews: Admission to DM and MCh programs requires a valid NEET SS score and may involve further interviews.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, research proposal, and letters of recommendation.