Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut
Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Hospital & Medical College, Karakonam
Location: Karakonam, Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala – 695504
Affiliation: Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur
Recognition: National Medical Commission (NMC)
Established: 2002
🎓 Courses Offered
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery): Intake capacity of 100 seats
- MD/MS (Postgraduate Courses): Specializations include General Medicine, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Anaesthesiology, Dermatology, etc.
📊 Seat Information
| Program | Total Seats | All India Quota | State Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 100 | 15% | 85% |
💰 Fee Structure (2024-25)
| Category | Total Course Fee (INR) | Components |
|---|---|---|
| Government | 7,34,600 | Tuition, Admission, Lab, Library fees |
| Management | 20,00,000 | Tuition, Admission, Lab, Library fees |
| NRI | 30,00,000 | Tuition, Admission, Lab, Library fees |
Note: Additional charges for hostel, mess, transport, and other facilities may apply.
📝 Admission Procedure
MBBS admission is based on NEET-UG scores. Candidates must register for counseling through the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, or participate in All India Quota (AIQ) counseling. Selection is strictly merit-based.
📍 Contact Details
Address: Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Medical College & Hospital, Karakonam P.O., Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – 695504
Phone: 0471-2250233, 0471-2250506
Email: principal@smcsimch.ac.in
Website: smcsimch.ac.in
🏥 Hospital & Clinical Training
The college is associated with Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Hospital, a 500+ bedded multi-specialty hospital providing comprehensive healthcare services. Clinical exposure is offered in departments like Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, OBG, ENT, Ophthalmology, and more.
👨⚕ Administration
Principal: Dr. Alexander Thomas
Establishment: 2002
🌟 Key Highlights
- Established by the South Kerala Diocese of the Church of South India (CSI)
- Recognized by the NMC and affiliated with KUHS
- Focus on rural healthcare and community-oriented training
- Well-equipped hospital with modern infrastructure
- Offers MBBS and MD/MS courses with emphasis on values and ethics
🎯 Mission & Vision
The institution aims to train dedicated and compassionate medical professionals with a commitment to serve the underserved. It envisions a healthcare system based on Christian values of love, service, and excellence.
