Government Medical College, Nagapattinam

Government Medical College, Nagapattinam, established in 2021, is a government-run medical institution located in Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu. Affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC), the college offers an undergraduate medical program leading to the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). The MBBS course spans 4.5 years, followed by a one-year compulsory rotating medical internship, totaling 5.5 years of study. Admissions are based on the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) scores. The college has an annual intake of 150 MBBS students. ​

The tuition fee for the MBBS course is approximately ₹13,610 per year, making it an affordable option for aspiring medical students. Additional fees, including hostel and other charges, amount to approximately ₹2.97 lakhs over the duration of the course. The college is equipped with essential facilities, including a teaching hospital that provides medical services to the people of Nagapattinam and surrounding areas. The hospital has various departments, specialties, and modern diagnostic and treatment facilities. ​

Government Medical College, Nagapattinam, continues to play a vital role in providing quality medical education and healthcare services in the region.