Admission to the MBBS program at Maharishi Markandeshwar Medical College and Hospital in Kumarhatti, Solan, requires passing the NEET exam, with selection based on merit through three admission rounds. The college features a highly qualified faculty from reputed institutions like AIIMS, IGMC, and MAMC, maintaining a faculty-to-student ratio of approximately 10:1. The physiology department is particularly noted for its strong teacher-student relationships. The college's curriculum includes weekly assessments, three term exams, and final exams.
While most departments are well-regarded, biochemistry, microbiology, and community medicine have a less favorable reputation due to a negative environment. The MBBS program spans 5.5 years, including a mandatory 1-year internship at the college's hospital, providing real-world experience under senior specialists, with interns receiving a stipend. The college has a high fee structure, increasing by 10% annually, with annual fees ranging from 13-15 lakhs, depending on the admission type. State quota fees start at 8 lakhs per year, management quota at 12.5 lakhs, and Himachal quota at 10 lakhs, with reserved category fees fixed at 2 lakhs.
Hostel and mess charges are 32,000 and 100,000 per year, respectively. Scholarships are available, offering a 1 lakh fee waiver for students scoring distinctions. The college supports students financially through loan facilities and has strong ties with banks. It has a reputation for facilitating job opportunities, particularly in the government sector, though formal campus placements are not typical. Students are encouraged to independently apply for jobs or pursue further studies.
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