How many medical colleges are in Ernakulam?

Ernakulam has 3 medical colleges participating in Kerala NEET counselling, with a combined 360 MBBS seats.

Which government medical colleges are in Ernakulam?

There is 1 government medical college in Ernakulam: Government Medical College.

What is the total MBBS seat intake in Ernakulam?

The total MBBS seat intake across all colleges in Ernakulam is 360. Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Chalakka has the most seats (150) and Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Kolenchery has the fewest (100).

Medical Colleges in Ernakulam, Kerala

Colleges

Total MBBS Seats

360

Government

Private / Deemed

2 Private

Ernakulam has 3 medical colleges that participate in Kerala NEET-UG counselling, including 1 government, 2 private. These colleges collectively offer 360 MBBS seats through the counselling process.

The teaching hospitals attached to these colleges have a combined capacity of 1,829 beds. That averages to roughly 610 beds per institution. Government colleges account for 685 beds while private institutions provide 1,144.

Medical education in Ernakulam spans 9 years. The oldest institution, Government Medical College, was established in 2000. The most recently established is Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Chalakka (2009).

Seat capacity varies across institutions in Ernakulam. Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Chalakka has the highest intake at 150 seats, while Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Kolenchery has 100 seats. Government colleges account for 31% of the total seat capacity in the city.

For NEET 2026 candidates considering Ernakulam: the majority of seats (250 of 360) are in private or deemed colleges. Government seats (110) are limited and highly competitive. Candidates should list both government and private colleges in their choice order to maximise allotment chances.