Top Medical Colleges - India

Jamia Hamdard is an institute of higher education deemed to be university located in New Delhi, India. Established in 1989, it is a government-funded university and was formally inaugurated by then Indian prime minister Rajiv Gandhi. In 2019, it was awarded Institute of Eminence status by Ministry of Human Resource Development. The university offers graduate and post-graduate programs in Modern Medicine, Unani Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Chemical and Life Sciences,Law, Information Technology, Computer Applications, Business Management, Islamic Studies, Human Rights, federal studies, Paramedical Sciences, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy,Journalism and Media.

All-India Institute of Medical Sciences was established as an institution of national importance by an Act of Parliament with the objects to develop patterns of teaching in Undergraduate and Post-graduate Medical Education in all its branches so as to demonstrate a high standard of Medical Education in India; to bring together in one place educational facilities of the highest order for the training of personnel in all important branches of health activity; and to attain self-sufficiency in Post-graduate Medical Education. Last Updated On : 08 May 2023 AIIMS was created in 1956 to serve as a nucleus for nurturing excellence in all aspects of health care Creating a country imbued with a scientific culture was Jawaharlal Nehru's dream, and immediately after independence he prepared a grand design to achieve it. Among the temples of modern India which he designed, was a centre of excellence in the medical sciences. Nehru's dream was that such a centre would set the pace for medical education and research in Southeast Asia , and in this he had the wholehearted support of his Health Minister, Rajkumari Amrit Kaur. The health survey and development committee ,chaired by Sir Joseph Bhore, an Indian Civil Servant ,had in 1946 already recommended the establishment of a national medical centre which would concentrate on meeting the need for highly qualified manpower to look after the nation's expanding health care activities . The dreams of Nehru and Amrit Kaur and the recommendations of the Bhore Committee converged to create a proposal which found favor with the government of New Zealand. A generous grant from New Zealand under the Colombo Plan made it possible to lay the foundation stone of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in 1952.The AIIMS was finally created in 1956,as an autonomous institution through an Act of Parliament ,to serve as a nucleus for nurturing excellence in all aspect of health care. All-India Institute of Medical Sciences was established as an institution of national importance by an Act of Parliament with the objects to develop patterns of teaching in Undergraduate and Post-graduate Medical Education in all its branches so as to demonstrate a high standard of Medical Education in India; to bring together in one place educational facilities of the highest order for the training of personnel in all important branches of health activity; and to attain self-sufficiency in Post-graduate Medical Education. The Institute has comprehensive facilities for teaching, research and patient-care. As provided in the Act, AIIMS conducts teaching programs in medical and para-medical courses both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and awards its own degrees. Teaching and research are conducted in 42 disciplines. In the field of medical research AIIMS is the lead, having more than 600 research publications by its faculty and researchers in a year. AIIMS also runs a College of Nursing and trains students for B.Sc.(Hons.) Nursing post-certificate) degrees.

Saveetha Institute of Medical And Technical Sciences is a deemed-to-be-university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It has eight disciplines of studies: Dental College, School of Management, School of Law, School of Engineering, School of Physiotherapy, School of Nursing and Medical College.

Manipal College of Dental Sciences has evolved to have a state-of-the-art infrastructure with elegant interactive lecture halls, phantom head skill laboratory, formidable research facility and globally reputed health sciences library. The dental clinics are equipped with well-designed dental chairs, high-end diagnostic tools and the best oral health care facilities. Our world-class campus for students offers a perfect atmosphere for learning, all-round development and also to enjoy co-curricular activities. The campus includes very comfortable hostels, a world-class indoor sports complex and a beautiful park to unwind in. We offer innumerable opportunities for students to develop and nurture their inherent talents as well. We continue to provide oral health care to the community by organizing outreach dental camps and regular school dental health check-ups. Our Alumni are well renowned oral health care professionals all around the world. Many are holding senior administrative positions in various national and international dental schools.    

Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research is a Private College and it was established in 1962. Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research offers 61 courses in Paramedical, Dental, Vocational, Pharmacy, Nursing streams. Popular courses are BSc, MD, MS (Surgery), MCh, BPT.

PANJAB UNIVERSITY is situated in Chandigarh in Chandigarh state of India. Established in 1882, it is accredited from AICTE, NAAC Hostel facility is not available for its students.

CMC Vellore is situated in Vellore in Tamil Nadu state of India. Established in 1918, it is accredited from UGC, Other and it is affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R.Medical University. CMC VELLORE, Vellore offers 64 courses across 6 streams namely Medical, Paramedical, Pharmacy, Nursing, Science, Dental and across 12 degrees like MBBS, BSc, BPT, B.O.T, MD.Hostel facility is not available for its students. Additional campus facilities such as Auditorium, Computer Lab, Library, Medical Facilities, Cls. Room, Sports, Cafeteria , Laboratories, Hostel are also there.

National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) is the first national level institute in pharmaceutical sciences with a proclaimed objective of becoming a centre of excellence for advanced studies and research in pharmaceutical sciences. The Government of India has declared NIPER as an 'Institute of National Importance'. It is an autonomous body set up under the aegis of Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India. The Institute is conceived to provide leadership in pharmaceutical sciences and related areas not only within the country, but also to the countries in South East Asia, South Asia and Africa. NIPER is a member of Association of Indian Universities and Association of Commonwealth Universities.

Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences is named after one of the intellectual giants of the Indian history, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first education minister of independent India. The Maulana Azad Medical College and Associated Hospitals have been a part of many significant events throughout history Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences has added yet another feather in its cap by being the first Dental College in the country to receive accreditation from the prestigious National Accreditation Board of Hospitals and Health Care Providers. The application of NABH norms have helped us in identifying and tackling deficiencies and physical and manpower requirements. In addition, it has also fine-tuned and upgraded the awareness, skills and knowledge of the faculty, staff and students to International Standards for Healthcare.

The Birla Institute of Technology & Science, BITS Pilani, is an all-India Institute for higher education. The primary aim of BITS is to "train young men and women able and eager to create and put into action such ideas, methods, techniques, and information"  What started in the early 1900s as a small school has blossomed into a set of colleges for higher education, ranging from the humanities to engineering. In 1964, all of these colleges amalgamated to form a unique Indian university of international standing, christened the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, known to many as BITS, Pilani.  

Banaras Hindu University, formerly Central Hindu College, is a public central university located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It was established jointly in 1916 by the Maharaja of Darbhanga Rameshwar Singh, Madan Mohan Malaviya, Sunder Lal and British Theosophist and Home Rule League founder Annie Besant.

A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences is recognized by the Dental Council of India and the Malaysian Dental Council. It is an affiliate of Okayama University Dental School, Japan and an academic mentor to Oman Dental College Sultanate of Oman. In association with the Smile Train Organization, USA and Cleft Children International, Switzerland, the institution has the unique distinction of being at the forefront of treatment & research in cleft lip and palate & other craniofacial anomalies in the country. The Institution also has MoUs with Radboud University, The Netherlands and the Universitede Paul Sabatier, France for faculty and student exchanges. With a 425-chair dental teaching hospital with comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic & rehabilitation services, A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences offers the students all the required infrastructure for undergraduate and postgraduate training in dentistry. It also gives them the required exposure to facilities like Advanced Dental Imaging (CBCT), CAD CAM Systems, Operating Microscope, Intra Oral Scanner, Dental Implants, Cleft-lip & Palate repair etc.  

Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research is a Public College and it was established in 1823 and accredited by Medical Council of India (MCI). Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research offers 68 courses in Paramedical, Vocational, Pharmacy, Nursing, Medical streams. Popular courses are BSc, MD, MBBS, MS (Surgery), MCh.

JSS College of Pharmacy is a Private College and it was established in 1980 and accredited by AICTE. JSS College of Pharmacy offers 15 courses in Pharmacy streams. Popular courses are Pharm.D, B.Pharm, M.Pharm. The placement record of the college varies from stream to stream. Highest package was 7 Lacs in 2016 academic year.

The Institute of Chemical Technology, known earlier as UDCT is the most outstanding Institute of the University of Mumbai. It was founded on 4th August 1934.

Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences is a Private College and it was established in 1983. Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences offers 22 courses in Vocational, Paramedical, Medical, Science streams. Popular courses are MCh, MD, Certificate.

JSS College of Pharmacy is a Private College and it was established in 1973 and accredited by NAAC, PCI, AICTE. JSS College of Pharmacy offers 23 courses in Paramedical, Vocational, Pharmacy, Medical, Science streams. Popular courses are B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Certificate, PGD, Pharm.D.

Government Dental College & Hospital, Nagpur (GDCHN) is a Premier Dental Institute catering to oral health care needs of the population of Central India. It is located in the geographical centre of India in the campus of the Government Medical College, which boasts to be the largest medical campus in Asia. Established in the year 1968, the institute is recognized by its governing bodies, Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DMER), Medical Education & Drug Dept. (MEDD, GOM) and Dental Council of India (DCI). Since its inception, it has served as a nurturing alma mater to more than 2000 dental graduates. GDCHN was earlier affiliated to Nagpur University (RSTMU) with an intake capacity of 30 students for BDS