Srirama Chandra Bhanja Medical College and Hospital (SCB MCH), Cuttack, Odisha, ranks among India''s most prestigious government medical institutions. Tracing its origins to an 1842 dispensary and an 1878 medical school, the college was formally established in 1944. SCB MCH boasts a rich legacy of over eight decades in medical education and healthcare. Affiliated with the Odisha University of Health Sciences (OUHS), it upholds rigorous academic standards.
The institution offers a comprehensive range of medical programs, including MBBS, various MD and MS postgraduate specializations, and super-specialty DM and M.Ch courses. These highly sought-after programs attract national talent, benefiting from SCB MCH''s robust curriculum, experienced faculty, and extensive clinical exposure at its large teaching hospital. Admissions are highly competitive, primarily through NEET UG, NEET PG, and NEET SS examinations.
SCB MCH fosters a vibrant academic environment with 512 dedicated faculty members guiding 2064 enrolled students, as per NIRF 2023 data for the 2021-22 academic year. This results in an approximate faculty-student ratio of 1:4. The diverse student body comprised 1053 male and 1011 female students in that period. Consistently recognized in national rankings, including by NIRF, SCB MCH underscores its commitment to quality education, research, and patient care. Graduates from SCB MCH are well-prepared, securing esteemed residencies, pursuing advanced research, and contributing significantly to healthcare nationally and globally, cementing the institution''s distinguished reputation.