How many medical colleges are in Thiruvananthapuram?

Thiruvananthapuram has 3 medical colleges participating in Kerala NEET counselling, with a combined 500 MBBS seats.

Which government medical colleges are in Thiruvananthapuram?

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

What is the total MBBS seat intake in Thiruvananthapuram?

The total MBBS seat intake across all colleges in Thiruvananthapuram is 500. Government Medical College has the most seats (200) and SUT Academy of Medical Sciences has the fewest (150).

Medical Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Colleges

Total MBBS Seats

500

Government

Private / Deemed

2 Private

Thiruvananthapuram has 3 medical colleges that participate in Kerala NEET-UG counselling, including 1 government, 2 private. These colleges collectively offer 500 MBBS seats through the counselling process.

The teaching hospitals attached to these colleges have a combined capacity of 4,695 beds. That averages to roughly 1,565 beds per institution. Government colleges account for 3,300 beds while private institutions provide 1,395.

Medical education in Thiruvananthapuram spans 55 years. The oldest institution, Government Medical College, was established in 1951. The most recently established is SUT Academy of Medical Sciences (2006).

Seat capacity varies across institutions in Thiruvananthapuram. Government Medical College has the highest intake at 200 seats, while SUT Academy of Medical Sciences has 150 seats. Government colleges account for 40% of the total seat capacity in the city.

For NEET 2026 candidates considering Thiruvananthapuram: the majority of seats (300 of 500) are in private or deemed colleges. Government seats (200) are limited and highly competitive. Candidates should list both government and private colleges in their choice order to maximise allotment chances.