

Patna Medical College & Hospital, commonly referred to as PMCH Patna, was established in 1925, although it originally started as Temple Medical School in 1874. In 2025, it secured the 81st spot in the Medical category according to Collegedunia, while the IIRF ranked it 35th in the same category. PMCH Patna offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate medical programs including MBBS, MD, PG Diploma, MS, and M.Ch. The MBBS program at PMCH Patna is a popular choice. To be eligible for this program, aspirants need to have completed their 10+2 with at least 55% marks (45% for SC/ST) in physics, chemistry, and biology. Admission into the MBBS course is determined by NEET entrance exam results, followed by counseling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board. Although the official placement report for PMCH Patna in 2025 has not yet been released, student reviews suggest the college provides good career prospects. After completing a one-year internship, students usually earn between INR 15,000 and INR 20,000 per month, gaining hands-on experience with patients. Many graduates land government jobs as doctors with starting salaries ranging from INR 50,000 to INR 60,000 monthly.