Established in 1960, Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) is the second-oldest medical college in Assam and a premier healthcare institution in Northeast India. Located on the scenic Narakasur Hill in Guwahati, the college is affiliated with Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

It offers a flagship MBBS program with an annual intake of 200 students, along with extensive postgraduate (MD/MS) and super-specialty (DM/M.Ch) courses across more than 30 departments. The attached teaching hospital is one of the largest in the region, featuring over 3,200 beds (including 600 ICU beds) and specialized centers such as the State Cancer Institute and a dedicated Cardio-Neuro Centre.

A  5-year MBBS course, including a mandatory 1-year internship, leading to the M.B.B.S. degree.

Around ₹ 46,800 for the entire 5-year MBBS course

• There are 9 hostels in total (5 for undergraduates and 4 for postgraduates), with separate wings for men and women.
• A fully automated library connected to the National Medical Library (ERMED consortium). It offers a vast collection of books, international journals, and digital research terminals.
• Every department (Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc.) has specialized labs for both student practicals and high-end patient diagnostics.
• Modern classrooms equipped with air conditioning, digital smart boards, and AV facilities. The large auditorium is used for seminars and cultural events.
• Dedicated bus services connecting the hilltop college to the downhill hospital area.

To get into Gauhati Medical College (GMCH) for MBBS, you must clear the NEET UG exam, fulfill Assam domicile & 10+2 (Physics, Chem, Bio) criteria, and participate in the online counselling conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Assam, where seat allocation happens based on your NEET rank and choices.