About Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, Kolkata
IPGME&R Kolkata is a West Bengal government medical college attached to SSKM Hospital, teaching MBBS, MD, MS, super-speciality, nursing and PhD courses.
The Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research works with S.S.K.M. Hospital, a tertiary care teaching hospital of the Government of West Bengal on a 34-acre campus in Bhowanipore, Kolkata. The hospital building dates back to 1707 and took the name Seth Sukhlal Karnani Memorial Hospital in 1954. The institute admits MBBS students through all-India and state quota counselling, and runs MD and MS courses in about 20 subjects under the West Bengal University of Health Sciences. It also offers DM and MCh super-speciality courses, post-doctoral fellowships, PhD, physiotherapy, paramedical diplomas, and nursing courses including B.Sc and M.Sc Nursing.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Accepts: NEET-UG |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Medicine Accepts: NEET-PG |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Surgery Accepts: NEET-PG |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test
MBBS seats are filled through NEET-UG counselling under the all-India quota and the West Bengal state quota. MD and MS seats are filled through NEET-PG counselling under the same two quotas, and DM and MCh seats through super-speciality counselling. The institute posts its admission lists on its website.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Chemistry; Must have studied: Biology; Must have studied: English; Biotechnology accepted in place of Biology; age 17 on or before 31 January of the NEET-UG year; minimum eligible score in NEET-UG
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCB); Must have studied: English; At least 45% marks in Class 12; minimum age 17 on 31 December of the admission year
- Doctor of Medicine: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery; MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate recognised under the NMC Act 2019; permanent or provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council; one-year internship completed by the cut-off date; NEET-PG qualification
- Master of Surgery: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery; MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate recognised under the NMC Act 2019; permanent or provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council; one-year internship completed by the cut-off date; NEET-PG qualification
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Frequently asked questions
Is IPGMER a government college?
Yes, SSKM Hospital is described as a tertiary care teaching hospital of the Government of West Bengal.
How are MBBS seats filled?
Through NEET-UG counselling under the all-India quota and the West Bengal state quota.
Which university awards MD and MS degrees?
The West Bengal University of Health Sciences, Kolkata.
Does it run nursing courses?
Yes, GNM, B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing are taught on campus.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- IPGME&R Kolkata · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Post Graduate Courses - IPGME&R · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Nursing Courses - IPGME&R · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Citizens Charter - IPGME&R · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- IPGMER Kolkata - MoHFW Rare Diseases Portal · Government portal, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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