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GSVM Medical College, Kanpur (Lala Lajpat Rai Hospital)

Swaroop Nagar, Kanpur – 208002

OVERVIEW

GSVM Medical College, Kanpur is one of Uttar Pradesh’s premier government medical institutions offering MBBS, MD/MS, and allied medical programs. Known for its strong clinical exposure, experienced faculty, and advanced hospital facilities, the college prepares students for competitive medical careers. Also relevant for students exploring BDS options through top UP government dental colleges.

  • Full Name: Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College (GSVM), Kanpur

  • Location: Swaroop Nagar, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

  • Established: 1955

  • Type: Government Medical College

  • Affiliation: Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow

  • Recognition: NMC

  • Hospital Attached: LLR Hospital (Lala Lajpat Rai Hospital)

  • Campus Area: 25+ acres

Connectivity

  • Nearest Railway Station: Kanpur Central (4–5 km)

  • Nearest Airport: Kanpur Airport (12 km), Lucknow Airport (80 km)

  • Nearest Bus Stand: Jhakarkati Bus Stand

  • Well-connected via metro, buses, e-rickshaws, and cabs.

Ranking

National Ranking

  • Among Top 30 Govt Medical Colleges in India

  • NIRF Rank Range: 25–40 (fluctuating)

  • Academic Rating: ★★★★☆

UP State Ranking

  1. KGMU, Lucknow

  2. IMS BHU

  3. GSVM Kanpur (Top 3 Govt Medical Colleges in UP)

Admission

Admission Process for MBBS

Step 1 – Eligibility

  • Must have passed Class 12 (PCB) with minimum:

    • 50% (General)

    • 40% (SC/ST/OBC)

  • Must have a valid NEET-UG score.

Step 2 – Participate in Counselling

  • 15% All India Quota seats → MCC

  • 85% State Quota seats → DGME UP counselling

courses

🩺 MBBS

  • Seats: 250

  • Duration: 5.5 years


🎓 MD / MS

More than 25+ specialties, including:

  • MD General Medicine

  • MD Pediatrics

  • MD Radiology

  • MD Dermatology

  • MD Psychiatry

  • MS General Surgery

  • MS Orthopaedics

  • MS Ophthalmology

  • MS ENT

  • MS Obs & Gynae

  • MD Anaesthesiology

  • MD Community Medicine

Total PG Seats: 150–180


🦷 No BDS/MDS at GSVM

(For Dental → Kanpur’s Govt Dental College is separate)

Seats

  • Total MBBS Seats: 250

  • AIQ (15%): 38 seats

  • UP State Quota (85%): 212 seats

Cutoff

MBBS Expected Cutoff

  • General (UR): 635–650

  • OBC: 630–645

  • EWS: 628–640

  • SC: 530–550

  • ST: 480–500

GSVM has slightly lower cutoff than KGMU, but still one of the toughest in UP.

Fees

MBBS Fees

  • ₹54,000 – ₹70,000 per year

  • Hostel: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 per year

  • Security (Refundable): ₹10,000

PG Fees

  • ₹1.10–1.20 lakh/year

  • Stipend: ₹80,000–90,000 per month

Placements

GSVM is known for extremely high patient load:

Daily Patient Flow

  • OPD: 12,000–15,000 patients/day

  • IPD: Very high

  • Trauma cases: From Kanpur & nearby districts

  • Surgery Load: 80–120 surgeries/day

Strong Departments

  • Medicine

  • Surgery

  • Orthopaedics

  • Pediatrics

  • Gynecology

  • Dermatology

  • Radiology

  • Anaesthesia

This makes GSVM a top choice for NEET PG preparation and practical training.


🛌 9. Hostel & Facilities

  • Separate hostels for UG boys, girls, PGs

  • 24×7 security & CCTV

  • Mess, recreation room

  • Reading room

  • Gym & playground

  • Good maintenance

Hostels are located at walkable distance from classrooms & hospital.


💼 10. Internship & Placement

Internship

  • 100% guaranteed

  • Stipend: ₹20,000–30,000/month

Career Opportunities

  • Many students get PG seats in:

    • KGMU

    • SGPGI Lucknow

    • AIIMS

    • PGI Chandigarh

    • JIPMER

  • Strong success in NEET PG/INI-CET because of practical exposure


11. Why Students Prefer GSVM Kanpur?

  • Top 3 Govt Medical Colleges in UP

  • Very high clinical exposure

  • Affordable fees

  • Strong PG preparation environment

  • Experienced faculty

  • Metro city facilities in Kanpur

  • Strong alumni in major hospitals across India

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