About
OfficialCoimbatore Medical College is a public government medical college in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, established in 1966.
- Established in 1966
- Public government medical college in Tamil Nadu
- Founded on 153 acres donated by G. D. Naidu
- Attached hospital offers 500+ beds
- Hospital ranked 3rd among Tamil Nadu government hospitals in 2024
- Offers 38+ and 47+ courses to 20,000+ students
About
Coimbatore Medical College is one of the leading government medical colleges in Tamil Nadu, India. It is located on Avinashi Road in Coimbatore, about 2 kilometres from Coimbatore International Airport. The college address is Avinashi Rd, Peelamedu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu – 641014. The college describes itself as committed to excellence in education, offering high-quality learning resources to support students from diverse backgrounds.
History
The college was established in 1966 after G. D. Naidu, a pioneering scientist and industrialist from an industrial family of the city, donated 153 acres of land to the Tamil Nadu state government. The college hospital was established in 1909 during the British Raj, on Trichy Road near Lanka Corner. On 24 November 1969, the Directorate of Medical Education took over the hospital, which was subsequently renamed Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH).
Academics
The college offers 38+ and 47+ courses, with 20,000+ undergraduate and graduate students. Admission routes include MBBS/BDS government quota online counselling in Tamil Nadu, PG admission (M.D./M.S.) through Tamil Nadu counselling, B.Sc Nursing and B.Sc MLT single window counselling, Diploma in Nursing admission, and paramedical courses admission. The college is recognised by the National Medical Commission (PGMEB) for renewal of recognition of MD (Paediatrics), valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issue.
Campus & Facilities
The attached hospital offers 500+ beds. The campus includes a Central Library. The college hospital was ranked 3rd among Tamil Nadu government hospitals in 2024.
Quick stats
Courses offered
56
Avg placements
₹14 lakh / yr
Total intake
Not yet verified
Hostel
No
Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources