GMC Kozhikode, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, GMC Kottayam, GMC Thrissur, and TDMC Alappuzha are among the top MD colleges in Kerala in the current Collegedunia listing. GMC Kozhikode leads the list with a CD Overall Score of 980 out of 1000, followed by GMC Thiruvananthapuram with 963 out of 1000 and GMC Kottayam with 947 out of 1000.
Key Summary
- Total colleges: Kerala has 35 MD colleges, including 13 government and 22 private colleges.
- Top colleges: GMC Kozhikode, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, GMC Kottayam, GMC Thrissur, and TDMC Alappuzha occupy the leading positions based on the current CD Overall Score.
- Course fees:
- Total fees: The average course fees range from INR 19.1 K at AIMS Kollam to INR 1.59 Crore at AVV Kochi.
- Government: INR 19.1 K at GMC Thiruvananthapuram to INR 9.10 Lakh at RCC Thiruvananthapuram.
- Private: INR 19.1 K at AIMS Kollam to INR 1.59 Crore at AVV Kochi.
- Admission: NEET PG is the main entrance examination for MD admission in Kerala, followed by centralised counselling through MCC or CEE Kerala, depending on the seat type and institution.
- Cheapest Options:
- AIMS Kollam - INR 19.1 K,
- GMC Thiruvananthapuram - INR 19.1 K,
- KMC Chittur - INR 19.1 K.
Top MD Colleges in Kerala 2026
| College Name | CD Overall Score (Out of 1000) | Type of College | NEET PG Cutoff 2026 | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Kozhikode | 980 | Government | 20 (Dermatology, Venerology & Leprology) - 53332 (Forensic Medicine) | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Thiruvananthapuram | 963 | Government | 555 (Radiodiagnosis) - 69995 (Physiology) | INR 2.43 Lakh |
| GMC Kottayam | 947 | Government | 443 (General Medicine) - 52213 (Forensic Medicine) | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Thrissur | 945 | Government | 2635 (Paediatrics) - 54940 (Forensic Medicine) | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| TDMC Alappuzha | 936 | Government | 879 (General Medicine) - 95613 (Anatomy) | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Paripally Kollam | 924 | Government | 34471 (Pathology), OBC Category | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Kannur | 921 | Government | 996 (General Medicine) - 16053 (Anaesthesiology) | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Palakkad | 902 | Government | 36372 (Preventive & Social Medicine) - 43716 (Pharmacology) | INR 1.62 Lakh |
| GMC Manjeri | 893 | Government | 16980 (Ppthalmology) | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Ernakulam | 879 | Government | 2002 (General Medicine) - 12878 (Psychiatry), OBC Category | INR 2.08 Lakh |
Ques. What is the admission procedure for MD colleges in Kerala?
Ans. Candidates generally need an MBBS degree, completion of the compulsory rotating internship, valid medical registration, and a qualifying NEET PG score. Eligible candidates then participate in MCC counselling for applicable All India/deemed seats or CEE Kerala counselling for applicable state/private seats.
Ques. Which are the cheapest MD colleges in Kerala?
Ans. Azeezia Medical College Kollam, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, Karuna Medical College Chittur, and SUTAMS show an MD Pharmacology fee of INR 19.14 K.
Ques. Can students get direct admission to MD courses in Kerala without NEET PG?
Ans. No. Direct admission to recognised medical MD seats is not permitted. Candidates must qualify the applicable entrance examination and complete the designated counselling and allotment process, including for management or NRI seats where applicable.
Top-Ranked MD Colleges in Kerala by Various Agencies
Collegedunia's 2026 Medical ranking places GMC Kozhikode first among the colleges in this list, followed by GMC Thiruvananthapuram and GMC Kottayam. Check the table below for top-ranked MD Colleges in Kerala by Collegedunia and NAAC.
| College Name | Collegedunia Medical Ranking 2026 | NAAC |
|---|---|---|
| GMC Kozhikode | 18 (India) | A++ |
| GMC Thiruvananthapuram | 39 (India) | A |
| GMC Kottayam | 59 (India) | A++ |
| GMC Thrissur | 61 (India) | A |
| TDMC Alappuzha | 72 (India) | - |
| GMC Paripally Kollam | 88 (India) | A |
| GMC Kannur | 91 (India) | - |
| GMC Palakkad | 115 (India) | - |
| GMC Manjeri | 126 (India) | - |
| GMC Ernakulam | 144 (India) | - |
Student Perception of MD Colleges in Kerala
The following student-perception table uses ratings and review themes from the Reviews silo of the respective Collegedunia college pages. The “Most Liked Things” and “Areas of Improvement” columns summarise recurring student and alumni feedback rather than institutional claims.
| College Name | Overall Rating | Academics Rating | Faculty Rating | Most Liked Things | Areas of Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Kozhikode | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 | 4.2/5 | Strong academics, experienced faculty, high patient exposure, active campus and extracurricular opportunities | Older hostel/infrastructure in some blocks, Wi-Fi/connectivity, more interactive clinical teaching |
| GMC Thiruvananthapuram | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 | 4.0/5 | Experienced faculty, high patient inflow, AC lecture halls, extracurricular activities and city accessibility | Hostel room shortages/basic facilities, heavy academic and internship workload, hospital infrastructure pressure |
| GMC Kottayam | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 | 4.3/5 | Supportive faculty, strong academics, extensive clinical exposure, active hostel/campus life | Hostel quality, sports/recreation infrastructure, space constraints and academic workload |
| GMC Thrissur | 3.8/5 | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 | Good academic environment, large campus, high patient volume, sports and recreational opportunities | Transport within/around the campus, hospital/ground upgrades, network coverage and remote location |
| TDMC Alappuzha | 4.2/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.3/5 | Campus life, library and canteen, knowledgeable faculty, clinical exposure and student activities | Hostel food/water and facilities, faculty availability in some areas and hospital-resource constraints |
| GMC Paripally Kollam | 4.3/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Good infrastructure, central AC library, peaceful campus, supportive academics and faculty attention | Lower patient volume for some clinical exposure, sports-ground limitations and administrative delays |
| GMC Kannur | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 | 4.2/5 | Affordable education, central library with AC/Wi-Fi, large sports ground and supportive faculty | Congested/old hostels, outdated infrastructure, city connectivity and food options |
| GMC Palakkad | 4.2/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.2/5 | High patient flow, experienced faculty, subsidised government fee and good clinical training | Infrastructure needs upgrading |
| GMC Manjeri | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 | 4.3/5 | Affordable fees, strong academics, good faculty, high patient exposure and 24/7 reading room | Small campus, limited lecture halls/specialised equipment, occasional faculty shortage and limited recreation |
| GMC Ernakulam | 3.9/5 | 3.9/5 | 4.2/5 | Co-curricular activities, campus freedom, hostel facilities and useful clinical exposure | Infrastructure and super-speciality facilities, plus implementation of the newer curriculum in some departments |
Top Government MD Colleges in Kerala
Kerala has 13 government MD colleges, with an average course fees of INR 19.1 K at GMC Thiruvananthapuram to INR 9.10 Lakh at RCC Thiruvananthapuram. The table below lists the top 10 visible colleges along with the MD specialisation, and course fees.
| College Name | CD Overall Score (out of 1000) | MD Specialisation | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Kozhikode | 980 | Family Medicine | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Thiruvananthapuram | 963 | General Medicine | INR 2.43 Lakh |
| GMC Kottayam | 947 | Anaesthesiology | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Thrissur | 945 | Psychiatry | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| TDMC Alappuzha | 936 | General Medicine | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Paripally Kollam | 924 | Community Medicine | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Kannur | 921 | Pathology | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Palakkad | 902 | Preventive and Social Medicine | INR 1.62 Lakh |
| GMC Manjeri | 893 | Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Ernakulam | 879 | Psychiatry | INR 2.08 Lakh |
Top Private MD Colleges in Kerala
There are 22 private MD colleges in Kerala, with an average course fees of INR 19.1 K at AIMS Kollam to INR 1.59 Crore at AVV Kochi. Check the table below for private MD Colleges in kerala with MD Specialisation and course fees.
| College Name | MD Specialisation | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| AVV Kochi | Nuclear Medicine | INR 1.26 Crore |
| BCMCH | General Medicine | INR 58.22 Lakh |
| JMMCRI Thrissur | Pathology | INR 35.37 Lakh |
| AIMS | Paediatrics | INR 60.97 Lakh |
| KMCT Medical College | General Medicine | INR 58.26 Lakh |
| Karuna Medical College | Physiology | INR 2.43 Lakh |
| CSIMC&H | Community Medicine | INR 2.43 Lakh |
| Kannur Medical College Anjarakandy | Radiodiagnosis | INR 45 Lakh |
| MES Medical College and Hospital | Anaesthesiology | INR 61.07 Lakh |
| PIMS&RC | Psychiatry | INR 58.26 Lakh |
Cheapest MD Colleges in Kerala 2026
AMC Kollam, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, KMC Chittur, and SUTAMS are the cheapest MD Colleges with course fees of INR 19.14 K for Pharmacology, followed by KUHS with a course fees of INR 20.73 K for Pharmacology. Check the table below for Cheapest MD Colleges in Kerala.
| College Name | MD Specialisation | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| AMC Kollam | Pharmacology | INR 19.14 K |
| GMC Thiruvananthapuram | Pharmacology | INR 19.14 K |
| KMC Chittur | Pharmacology | INR 19.14 K |
| SUTAMS | Pharmacology | INR 19.14 K |
| KUHS | Pharmacology | INR 20.73 K |
| GMC Thrissur | Anaesthesia | INR 1.62 Lakh |
| GMC Kottayam | Anaesthesia | INR 1.62 Lakh |
| GMC Kannur | Anaesthesia | INR 1.62 Lakh |
| GMC Palakkad | Preventive and Social Medicine | INR 1.62 Lakh |
| GMC Ernakulam | General Medicine | INR 2.08 Lakh |
MD Colleges in Kerala Admission 2026
MD admission in Kerala is primarily entrance-based. For most medical MD seats, candidates qualify NEET PG and then participate in the applicable central or state counselling process. Institute-specific routes such as INI-CET may apply where notified.
| Admission Stage | Requirement / Authority | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Eligibility | MBBS + Internship + Registration | Candidates should hold a recognised MBBS degree, complete the compulsory rotating internship and have valid medical registration as required for PG medical admission. |
| Primary Entrance Exam | NEET PG 2026 | NEET PG is the main entrance examination for MD/MS admission at most Kerala medical colleges. The 2026 exam was held on August 30, 2026 and the result was listed for September 3, 2026. |
| All India / Deemed Counselling | MCC | MCC handles applicable All India and deemed-university PG medical counselling and seat allotment. |
| Kerala State / Private Counselling | CEE Kerala | CEE Kerala conducts the applicable Kerala PG medical counselling process for state/private seats according to the notified seat matrix and eligibility rules. |
| Institute-Specific Route | INI-CET, where applicable | The Kerala MD listing shows INI-CET as an accepted route at an institute-specific level; candidates should verify the course-wise admission route before applying. |
| Seat Allotment | Rank + Category + Preferences + Seat Availability | Seats are allotted through the relevant counselling authority after choice filling and processing of merit/rank, reservation rules and available seats. |
| Reporting Documents | Original document verification | Commonly required documents include NEET PG admit/rank card, MBBS degree and registration, internship completion certificate, identity proof, photographs and Kerala domicile documents where applicable. |
| NEET PG Cutoff 2026 | Closing ranks | 2026 college-wise PG counselling closing ranks are not yet available on the current Collegedunia cutoff tabs; the visible NEET PG tabs still carry 2025 data. |
Top Specialisations Offered by MD Colleges in Kerala
General Medicine, Pathology, Anaesthesiology, Pediatrics and Dermatology are among the major MD specialisations available in Kerala. The supplied screenshots show 29 colleges for MD General Medicine and 25 colleges for MD Pathology.
| Specialisation | Number of Colleges | Leading Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | 29 | GMC Kozhikode, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, GMC Kottayam, GMC Thrissur |
| Pathology | 25 | GMC Kozhikode, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, GMC Kottayam, GMC Thrissur |
| Anaesthesiology | 27 | GMC Kozhikode, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, GMC Kottayam |
| Pediatrics | 26 | GMC Kozhikode, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, GMC Kottayam |
| Dermatology | 23 | GMC Kozhikode, GMC Manjeri |
Top MD General Medicine Colleges in Kerala
| College Name | CD Overall Score (out of 1000) | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| GMC Kozhikode | 980 | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Thiruvananthapuram | 963 | INR 2.43 Lakh |
| GMC Kottayam | 947 | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Thrissur | 945 | INR 2.19 Lakh |
Top MD Pathology Colleges in Kerala
| College Name | CD Overall Score (out of 1000) | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| GMC Kozhikode | 980 | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Thiruvananthapuram | 963 | INR 2.43 Lakh |
| GMC Kottayam | 947 | INR 2.19 Lakh |
| GMC Thrissur | 945 | INR 2.19 Lakh |
MD Colleges in Kerala FAQs
Ques. How many MD colleges are there in Kerala?
Ans. The supplied Collegedunia MD listing shows 35 colleges in Kerala. The ownership filters show 13 government colleges and 22 private colleges.
Ques. Which is the top MD college in Kerala?
Ans. GMC Kozhikode is first in the supplied MD listing with a CD Overall Score of 980 . It is followed by GMC Thiruvananthapuram with 963 and GMC Kottayam with 947 .
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for MD admission in Kerala?
Ans. NEET PG is the primary entrance examination for admission to most medical MD courses in Kerala. Candidates subsequently participate in MCC or CEE Kerala counselling depending on the institution and quota. INI-CET can apply to institute-specific programmes where notified.
Ques. Is direct admission available for MD courses in Kerala?
Ans. No. Recognised MD seats are allotted through the applicable entrance examination and counselling route. Management, minority and NRI seats do not bypass the entrance-qualification requirement where NEET PG is prescribed.
Ques. Which MD colleges in Kerala have the lowest fees?
Ans. In the supplied lowest-fee table, Azeezia Medical College Kollam, GMC Thiruvananthapuram, Karuna Medical College Chittur and SUTAMS show INR 19.14 K for MD Pharmacology. KUHS follows at INR 20.73 K for the displayed Pharmacology course. Fees vary by specialisation.
Ques. What is the NEET PG cutoff for MD colleges in Kerala in 2026?
Ans. As of September 15, 2026, the college-wise 2026 NEET PG counselling closing ranks are not yet displayed on the current Collegedunia cutoff tabs; the visible PG cutoff datasets are still labelled with 2025 data. Candidates should use the 2026 closing ranks once the counselling rounds publish them.
Ques. What are the most popular MD specialisations in Kerala?
Ans. General Medicine, Pathology, Anaesthesiology, Pediatrics and Dermatology are among the major MD specialisations. The supplied filters show 29 colleges for MD General Medicine and 25 colleges for MD Pathology.
Ques. What documents are generally required during Kerala MD counselling and reporting?
Ans. Candidates commonly need the NEET PG admit/rank card, MBBS degree, medical registration, internship completion certificate, identity proof, photographs and Kerala domicile-related documents where applicable. Candidates should follow the final document checklist issued for their counselling quota.
Ques. What is the duration of an MD course in Kerala?
Ans. MD programmes are generally three years long after MBBS, subject to the regulations and course structure of the respective medical institution.
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