Established in 1835, Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata (also known as Calcutta Medical College) holds the distinction of being the first institution in Asia to teach Western medicine in English. Affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), it is globally renowned for its rich heritage and academic excellence.

The college admits 250 MBBS students annually and offers a wide array of postgraduate and super-specialty courses. Its attached hospital is a massive tertiary care hub with over 2,650 beds, encompassing specialized wings like the Eden Hospital for Obstetrics & Gynaecology and the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology.

MBBS of 5.5 years, comprising 4.5 years of academic study and a mandatory 1-year rotating internship.

₹47,000 for the entire 5-year MBBS course

• There are approximately 11 boys’ hostels and 3 girls’ hostels.
• Historic yet well-maintained classrooms, including the famous General Lecture Theatre (GLT), equipped with modern audio-visual aids and air conditioning.
• Its library holds over 23,000 books and subscribes to numerous national and international journals.
• Well-developed departmental labs and a Central Lab for practical training.
• The campus includes a gym, badminton court, and common rooms for indoor games like table tennis and carrom.

MBBS admission to Medical College Kolkata is through NEET-UG, followed by state-level counseling (WBMCC) for seat allotment, requiring high scores (around 610-650+ for General) and fulfilling eligibility criteria, then online/offline document submission with required forms and fees for final enrollment after clearing West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS) registration.