Sheikh Bhikhari Medical College, Hazaribagh (SBMCH)

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Sheikh Bhikhari Medical College, Hazaribagh (SBMCH) is a government medical college in Jharkhand offering 100 MBBS seats with affordable fees, modern infrastructure, quality education, and hospital-based clinical training. Admission is through NEET-UG. Learn about courses, cutoff, ranking, fees, and placement opportunities at SBMCH.

Sheikh Bhikhari Medical College (SBMCH), Hazaribagh — formerly known as Hazaribagh Medical College — is a government medical institution established in 2019 by the Government of Jharkhand under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). The college is affiliated with Vinoba Bhave University (VBU), Hazaribagh and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

SBMCH aims to provide high-quality medical education, healthcare delivery, and research facilities to students and the people of North Jharkhand. The institution integrates modern teaching methods, practical training, and community-oriented learning through its fully operational teaching hospital with modern infrastructure and facilities.

The college campus, spread across nearly 25 acres, includes academic buildings, lecture halls, laboratories, administrative blocks, a library, and separate hostels for boys and girls. The hospital section is designed to handle a large patient inflow, providing students with real-world exposure to various clinical cases.

Connectivity

SBMCH is located in Hazaribagh, around 100 km from Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand.

By Road: Hazaribagh is well connected via NH-33 and NH-2, with frequent bus services from Ranchi, Koderma, and Dhanbad.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is Hazaribagh Town Railway Station, approximately 7 km from the campus.
By Air: The nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi, around 105 km away, providing good air connectivity.

The peaceful environment of Hazaribagh, combined with easy road and rail connectivity, makes it a favorable academic destination for medical aspirants.

Ranking

As per recent reviews and academic surveys, Sheikh Bhikhari Medical College is among the emerging government medical colleges of Jharkhand, recognized for its improving hospital infrastructure, faculty recruitment, and academic standards.

Nationally, it ranks among the top 350 government medical institutions in India, and within Jharkhand, it is considered among the top 5 state-run medical colleges, alongside RIMS Ranchi and AIIMS Deoghar.

Admission

Admission to SBMCH is through NEET-UG conducted by NTA (National Testing Agency).

For MBBS:
- Candidates must qualify NEET-UG and participate in Jharkhand NEET Counselling conducted by JCECEB (for 85% State Quota) or MCC (for 15% All India Quota).
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, with minimum qualifying marks as per NEET criteria.
- Minimum Age: 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year.

courses

Currently, the college offers the MBBS program as its flagship undergraduate course.

Course	Duration	Annual Intake
MBBS	5.5 years (including 1-year internship)	100 seats

Future expansion plans include Postgraduate (MD/MS) programs in select clinical and non-clinical departments.

Seats

Category	Seat Type	Number of Seats
All India Quota (15%)	Through MCC NEET Counselling	15
State Quota (85%)	Through JCECEB Counselling	85
Total MBBS Seats		100

Reservation under the State Quota follows the Jharkhand Government norms (SC/ST/OBC/General categories).

Cutoff

NEET Rank Range (Expected for MBBS Admission)

Category	NEET AIR Range (Approx.)
General	32,000 – 55,000
OBC	50,000 – 65,000
SC	1,50,000 – 2,20,000
ST	2,50,000 – 3,80,000

(Data based on past counselling rounds; actual cutoff may vary annually.)

Fees

SBMCH offers affordable medical education as per government norms.

Course	Total Course Fees (Approx.)
MBBS	₹20,000 – ₹30,000 (for complete course)

Additional hostel, library, and examination charges may apply, but overall, the college provides one of the lowest-fee structures among government medical institutions in India.

Placements

Being a government teaching hospital, students complete a one-year compulsory rotating internship across various departments such as Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

After graduation, students can:

Pursue MD/MS through NEET-PG.
Join government or private hospitals.
Engage in research or public health services.

The clinical exposure at SBMCH ensures that graduates are well-trained to handle real-world healthcare challenges.

Summary

Sheikh Bhikhari Medical College, Hazaribagh stands as a strong pillar in Jharkhand’s medical education ecosystem. With excellent infrastructure, government support, and affordable fees, it provides an ideal platform for aspiring doctors. The college continues to expand its facilities and faculty base, aiming to become one of the leading regional centers for medical education and healthcare.

Address:
Sheikh Bhikhari Medical College & Hospital (SBMCH)
NH-33, Demotand, Hazaribagh – 825301
Jharkhand, India
Website: www.sbmchhazaribag.org

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Also read about other Jharkhand government medical colleges —
👉 Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi