Goa Medical College

Goa Medical College

Goa Medical College, tracing its lineage back to the 'Escola Medico Cirurgica de Goa' established by the Portuguese in 1842, stands as one of the oldest institutions for medical education in this region. It was rechristened as Goa Medical College in 1963. This prestigious institution is recognized by the Government of India and the National Medical Council (NMC) and is affiliated with Goa University. It offers 180 seats in the MBBS program, postgraduate courses across 20 departments, and a super-specialty course in one department.

The sprawling campus of Goa Medical College in Bambolim covers an area of 1,134,798 square meters. It shares close proximity with Goa Dental College, with both institutions located opposite each other along the highway that connects Goa's capital, Panjim, to its commercial hub, Margao. To facilitate easy access between these two, a pedestrian subway has been constructed.

For accommodation, there are separate hostels for male and female students, equipped with good facilities and fully furnished rooms, ensuring a comfortable stay for its residents. The college boasts an air-conditioned library that spans an area of 4,000 square meters, providing a vast collection of medical literature and a conducive environment for study and research.

Emphasizing the importance of physical fitness and well-being alongside academic excellence, Goa Medical College offers a variety of sports activities. Students can engage in both indoor and outdoor games including chess, carrom, shuttle badminton, table tennis, cricket, basketball, football, and volleyball. The college also features a gymnasium for fitness enthusiasts and a dedicated game stadium with a large playground, catering to the recreational and sports needs of the students. This holistic approach ensures a well-rounded educational experience, contributing significantly to the personal and professional development of the students.

Goa Medical College and Hospital

Goa Medical College and Hospital stands as a beacon of advanced healthcare and medical excellence, offering a wide array of services through its 1000+ bed facility, supported by over 250 dedicated and service-oriented staff. This tertiary care multi-specialty hospital is not only a premier destination for patients seeking high-quality medical care but also serves as an important center for medical education and training.

Operation Theatres

The hospital is equipped with 17 Operation Theatres (OTs), including 12 OTs designated for routine operations and 5 OTs for emergency procedures. Each OT is fully equipped with modern medical equipment such as Boyle's apparatus, electrocauteries, monitors, and central supplies of oxygen, nitrous oxide, compressed air, and suction. Operations are meticulously scheduled according to the requirements of various surgical departments, with 4 emergency OTs strategically located near the Casualty area for rapid response to emergencies. Additionally, a specialized X-ray unit operates round-the-clock, ensuring immediate imaging services when needed.

Trauma Ward

The Trauma Ward, capable of accommodating 120 patients, is another critical component of the hospital. It is designed for the immediate admission of trauma patients, who can then be transferred to respective departments as required. This ward is well-stocked with life-saving drugs and equipment and is situated near the emergency OTs to facilitate swift medical intervention.

Laboratory Services

Laboratory services at Goa Medical College are available 24/7, catering to both routine and emergency investigations across pathology, microbiology, and biochemistry. These services are centrally located within the hospital to ensure easy access for all patients, with provisions for private patients to avail of these facilities at specified costs.

Diagnostic Facilities

The hospital boasts an impressive range of diagnostic equipment, including 4 X-ray machines (with an additional 2 in the TB and Chest department), a 6-slice CT scanner, a 1.5 Tesla MRI machine, 6 ultrasound machines (including color Doppler units), and a mammography machine. These state-of-the-art facilities underscore the hospital's commitment to providing comprehensive diagnostic services.

Blood Bank Services

A fully licensed FDA blood bank operates round the clock at GMC, serving the entire state of Goa. This vital service ensures a steady supply of screened and safe blood and blood products for all patients in need.

Private Wards

For those seeking more privacy and comfort, Goa Medical College and Hospital offers private wards. Patients can choose from single-bedded rooms, shared rooms, and air-conditioned rooms, subject to availability and request.

Teaching and Training Facilities

Beyond clinical services, the hospital plays a crucial role in the education and training of medical undergraduates, postgraduates, and super-specialty students. It is affiliated with several specialized institutions, including the Institute of Psychiatry and Human Behaviour, the T.B. Cunha and Chest Disease Hospital, the Rural Health and Training Centre, and the Urban Health Centre. These affiliations facilitate a broad spectrum of outpatient services and outreach programs, enriching the training and educational experiences of the medical students and serving the healthcare needs of the community.

Goa Medical College and Hospital exemplifies a holistic approach to healthcare, combining top-tier medical services with comprehensive educational programs, all aimed at fostering a healthier society and nurturing the next generation of medical professionals.

CONTACT AND OTHER DETAILS OF Goa Medical College

Goa Medical College MBBS NEETUG Counseling is conducted by  1) MCC (Medical Counselling Committee)( Open To All )and 2)Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Goa (State Domicile)

1 ) MCC (Medical Counselling Committee)(15%) (Open To All)

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) is tasked with conducting counseling for a diverse range of medical seats across the country. This includes 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, 100% seats in Deemed Universities, Central Universities (such as Delhi University, Aligarh Muslim University, and Banaras Hindu University, including their Institutional/Domicile Quotas), Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) medical colleges, Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) for the registration part, and Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (including VMMC & SJH, ABVIMS & RML, and ESIC Dental, Delhi) covering both 15% AIQ and 85% Institutional Quota. Furthermore, MCC/DGHS handles 100% of the seats in AIIMS and JIPMER, as well as B.Sc. Nursing courses in Central Institutes.

The primary responsibility of the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)of DGHS is the allotment of seats to participating candidates based on their merit and personal choices. This crucial process commences only after the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) receives the list, data, or information of successful candidates from the National Testing Agency (NTA), which is the body responsible for conducting the NEET (UG) examination. Through this well-structured and transparent counseling process, Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) ensures that candidates are matched to their preferred institutions in a fair and merit-based manner, facilitating their journey towards becoming future healthcare professionals.

Eligibility Condition:

• The candidate should have qualified under NEET-UG eligibility.
• Domicile-free Counseling (Open to all)

Step Wise Counseling Process conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)

 The counseling process for admission into various programs will encompass four distinct rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and the Stray and Special Stray Vacancy Round. In accordance with the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India's directives, as per the orders dated 12.12.2022 and 16.12.2021 in the case of "SLA (C) No. 10487 of 2021 in the matter of Nihila P.P. v/s MCC & Ors.," all four rounds will be conducted online by the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC). This approach ensures a transparent and accessible counseling process for all candidates.

Following the Supreme Court's approval, no seats will revert to the participating states after Round 2, marking a significant change in the counseling process. The Mop-up Round will now be recognized as Round 3 from the 2023-24 session onwards. It is crucial for candidates to make informed decisions regarding their participation in Round 3 of AIQ/Deemed/Central Universities counseling, as withdrawal from this round will not be permitted. Additionally, candidates accepting a seat in Round 3 will be ineligible for any further counseling rounds.

To facilitate a seamless transition between rounds and ensure optimal seat allocation, data will be shared between the Centre and the States. Any candidate listed in the allotments will be excluded from the All India Stray Vacancy Round to maintain the integrity of the counseling process.

For seats designated as JAIN MINORITY/MUSLIM MINORITY/NRI, any vacancies remaining after Round 3 will convert to UR MANAGEMENT Private Deemed University seats. This conversion only occurs after all eligible candidates for JAIN MINORITY/MUSLIM MINORITY/ NRI seats have been considered, ensuring no seat goes unfilled and maximizing educational opportunities for all students.

Reservation Policy for 15% All India Quota seats: 

Guidelines for NRI Seat Allocation during MCC Counseling

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has established specific criteria for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) seat allocation as per the directives issued by the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India. According to the verdict in W.P. No. 689/2017 - Consortium of Deemed Universities in Karnataka (CODEUNIK) & Anr. vs. Union of India & Ors. on August 22, 2017, candidates qualifying as NRIs are eligible for NRI category seats. This eligibility extends to Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), and Foreign Nationals, who may only apply for NRI-designated seats.

Indian Nationals seeking to be reclassified to the sponsored NRI category must adhere to the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)'s requirements, including the timely submission of necessary documents upon request. Candidates are encouraged to stay informed on the process through official Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) communications to ensure compliance and secure their eligibility for NRI seat consideration during the counseling sessions.

First Round:- (AIQ/Central Institutes/University/AIIMS/JIPMER/Deemed University/AMU/BHU/B.Sc. Nursing)  (Free Exit Round)

• Notification for counseling process
• NRI application with appropriate documents to be mailed for opening NRI portal ([email protected])
• Registration fee varies as per the Filling of application form for-AIQ, Deemed, CU, DU, Central Institutes, AFMS
• Seat matrix display round 1
• Exercising of Choices and Locking of choices on all days.
• Process of Seat Allotment Round-1
• Publication of result of Round-1 on MCC website
• Uploading of essential certificates after declaration of result.
• All allotted students must download the allotment letter
• Options for an allotted candidate :- 

If You're Satisfied with Your Allotted Seat and Wish to Join the College:

1. Physical Reporting: You are required to physically report to the college to which you've been allotted to complete the joining formalities.
2. Fee Payment: Upon reporting, you will need to pay the tuition fees and any other applicable fees to secure your seat. Please note, the security deposit paid during the MCC counselling cannot be adjusted against the tuition fees.
3. Document Submission: After paying the fees, you must hand over your original documents to the college as part of the admission process.
4. Security Deposit: The security deposit will be refunded by MCC after the counselling process concludes.

If You Wish to Participate in the Next Round:

For Upgrading: If you're satisfied with your current seat but, interested in exploring better options in the next round, you must:

1. Join the college allotted in Round 1 by physically reporting, paying the fees, and submitting the necessary documents.
2. Express your willingness for upgradation during the admission process. This indicates that while you're accepting the Round 1 seat, you're also interested in being considered for a better seat in Round 2.

If You're Not Satisfied with Your Allotment:

Seeking a Better Option: If the current allotment does not meet your expectations and you wish to participate in the next round for a better seat without reporting, be aware that:

1. You will forfeit your currently allotted seat
2. You must go through the counselling process again to be considered for a new seat in the subsequent round.

If You've Decided to Quit the MCC Process:

• Withdrawal: If you're not satisfied with the MCC allotted seat and have secured admission elsewhere, you can withdraw from the MCC counselling process. By doing so, you will not be considered for any seat allotment in the future rounds. MCC will return your security deposit post the counselling period.

2nd Round :-(AIQ/Central Institutes/University/AIIMS/JIPMER/Deemed University/AMU/BHU/B.Sc. Nursing) (No Free Exit Round)

Fresh Registration for 2ND ROUND (not required for earlier registered candidates)

• Notification for counseling process
• NRI application with appropriate documents to be mailed for opening NRI portal ([email protected])
• Fresh New Registration for Round-2 for those candidates who have not registered in Round-1 (with full payment of fees)
• Seat matrix display for round 2
• Exercising of “Fresh Choice filling” and Locking of choices.
• Process of Seat Allotment Round-2
• Publication of result of Round-2 on MCC website
• Uploading of essential certificates after declaration of result
• All allotted students must download the allotment letter
• Physical Reporting with original documents at the allotted Medical/Dental College against Round 2 allotted seat
• If Allotted (No Free Exit) (Exit With Forfeiture of Fees )( Upgradation is available For  Round 3 only.)
• Reporting at the Medical Institutions/university against 2nd Round (candidates once joined the allotted seat against 2nd Round are not allowed to vacate the seat) (Candidates who have allotted a seat in round 2 can opt for willingness to upgrade from round 2 to round 3 for which they will have to physically report at the allotted college.)

3rd Round :- (AIQ/Central Institutes/University/AIIMS/JIPMER/Deemed University/AMU/BHU/B.Sc. Nursing) (No Free Exit Round)
Fresh Registration for Round 3(not required for earlier registered candidates)

• Notification for counseling process
• NRI application with appropriate documents to be mailed for opening NRI portal ([email protected])
• Fresh New Registration Round 3 for those candidates who

1. Have not registered in Round-1 or Round 2 (with full payment of fees).
2. Have Resigned / Not reported in Round-1 or Round 2 need to fill fresh choices only with full payment of fees

• Seat matrix for round 3
• Exercising of “Fresh Choice filling” and Locking of choices
• Process of Seat Allotment Round-3
• Publication of result of Round 3 on MCC website.
• Uploading of essential certificates after declaration of result
• All allotted students must download allotment letter
• Physical Reporting with original documents at the allotted Medical/Dental College against Round 3 allotted seat
• If Allotted (No Free Exit)

Stray vacancy: (AIQ/Central Institutes/University/AIIMS/JIPMER/Deemed University/AMU/BHU/B.Sc. Nursing) (No Free Exit Round)

• Notification for counseling process
• NRI application with appropriate documents to be mailed for opening NRI portal ([email protected]) (*NRI seat openings during the counseling rounds are contingent on the availability of NRI vacancies.)
• Fresh registrations shall be done for Final Stray Vacancy Round.
• Seat matrix display for stray round
• Seat matrix for Stray Round
• Exercising of “Fresh Choice filling” and Locking of choices
• Process of Seat Allotment Stray Round
• Publication of result of Stray Round on MCC website.
• Uploading of essential certificates after declaration of result
• All allotted students must download allotment letter
• Reporting To The College

Special Stray vacancies:- (AIQ/Central Institutes/University/AIIMS/JIPMER/Deemed University/AMU/BHU/B.Sc. Nursing) 

NOTE:- The Special Stray Vacancy Round is conducted exclusively to fill any seats that remain vacant even after the Stray Vacancy Round. This round is a final attempt to ensure that no seat goes unfilled, providing one last opportunity for candidates to secure a position in their desired college or course.

• Notification for counseling process
• NRI application with appropriate documents to be mailed for opening NRI portal ([email protected]) (*NRI seat openings during the counseling rounds are contingent on the availability of NRI vacancies.)
• Seat matrix Special Stray vacancies
• Exercising of “Fresh Choice filling” and Locking of choices
• Seat allotment Special Stray vacancies
• All allotted students must download allotment letter

Allotment PDF LINKS for the year UG 2023-24 Counselling :

Goa Medical College SEAT MATRIX OF Medical Counselling Committee(MCC)  FOR THE YEAR 2023-24

Goa Medical College MCC  AIQ CUT-OFF 2023-24

2) Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Will Conduct Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in GOA

The medical aspirants seeking MBBS/BDS admission at GOA will have to register themselves for the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Goa admission process by filling out their application form. GOA, MBBS/BDS admission is done on the basis of marks secured in NEET. Candidates who will qualify NEET Exam and meet the eligibility requirements can only register and fill the application form of Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Goa, MBBS / BDS  admission. DTE Goa counseling is conducted in Three rounds (Round 1, Round 2, and Subsequent MOP UP rounds). 

Eligibility For Admission
 Qualification:

• 12th or (10+2 Equivalent) with Minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English for UR &  40% for SC/ST/OBC.
• Those who have qualified NEET  by scoring the minimum qualifying percentage will be eligible for the Admission and Counseling. Candidates should have earned a minimum of 50 percentile (40th  percentile for SC/ST/OBC and 45th percentile for General-PH) in order to become eligible for NEET counseling rounds
• AGE: A student must have completed an age of 17 years at the time of admission under NEET eligibility or should complete the age on or before 31st December of the year of his/her admission to the 1st year MBBS/BDS Course.

Goa Medical College seat sharing

• 85% of Seats in Government colleges (after exclusion of 15 % seats transferred to All India Quota)
• 10% of total seats in specified Government Medical / Dental Colleges reserved for economically weaker section ( EWS ) category. (Seats reserved for EWS shall be offered to eligible candidates from General Category Merit lists, not covered by SC, ST, and OBC reservation )

Goa MBBS admission 2023: Seat reservation

Goa MBBS/BDS Admission 2023 Seat Matrix

Essential PDF documents related to the NEET UG 2023 counseling at the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) , are available for reference:-