Overview
Government Medical College, Anantnag
A Comprehensive Profile
Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag, is one of the key institutions of medical education established in Jammu and Kashmir under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for new medical colleges. Despite being relatively young, GMC Anantnag has quickly become both an academic hub and a tertiary healthcare centre for the people of South Kashmir, covering the districts of Anantnag, Pulwama, Shopian, and Kulgam and Pirpanjal Region.
Foundation and Establishment
GMC Anantnag was formally established with a vision to provide quality medical education and healthcare services to the region.
The Letter of Permission (LOP) was granted by the Board of Governors, allowing admission of the first MBBS batch (100 seats) for the academic year 2019-20.
Location and Regional Importance
Strategically located in South Kashmir, GMC Anantnag serves the districts of Anantnag, Pulwama, Shopian, and Kulgam and the Pirpanjal Region, providing comprehensive healthcare to both urban and rural populations.
Main Campus
Located at Dialgam, Anantnag, a serene and accessible site chosen for its potential to accommodate modern infrastructure and future expansion.
Teaching Hospitals
- MMABM District Hospital, Janglat Mandi - Main tertiary referral and teaching hospital
- Maternity & Child Care Hospital, Sherbagh - Specialized in maternal and neonatal healthcare
Community Health Centers
- Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC) at Sagam, Kokernag
- Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC) at Brakpora
These centers provide hands-on training for medical students while serving the local community.
Academic Programs
MBBS Program
Start: Academic Session 2019-20
Admission: Through NEET-UG (85% State Quota, 15% All-India Quota)
Curriculum: Based on NMC's Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) framework
Facilities: State-of-the-art laboratories, modern lecture halls, and extensive library resources
Postgraduate & DNB Programs
DNB Courses introduced in 2021, beginning with Anaesthesiology
Postgraduate capacity expanded from 32 seats (2020) to 55 seats (2023)
Expansion into MD/MS across five disciplines planned with modern facilities
Clinical training in affiliated hospitals with experienced faculty
Nursing & Paramedical Education
Government College of Nursing & Paramedical Sciences established in 2019
Offers B.Sc Nursing and five paramedical B.Sc programs
Affiliated nursing colleges in Kulgam, Pulwama, and Shopian
Comprehensive training with modern simulation labs and clinical exposure
Role During COVID-19 Pandemic
GMC Anantnag emerged as the healthcare backbone of South Kashmir during the COVID-19 crisis, demonstrating exceptional resilience and commitment to public health.
Diagnostic Leadership
Established one of the first RT-PCR testing labs outside Srinagar, dramatically enhancing diagnostic capacity and reducing turnaround time for test results.
Treatment Center
Converted MMABM Hospital into a major COVID treatment centre with dedicated ICUs and isolation wards while maintaining essential services for other patients.
Innovative Services
Launched tele-consultation services to provide remote healthcare, participated in vaccination drives, and conducted extensive awareness campaigns in the community.