# Government Medical College, Srikakulam

The Government Medical College, Srikakulam (formerly known as Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences) is a medical college located in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is affiliated to Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences. It is one of the two government medical colleges in Uttarandhra region.

## History

The institute was inaugurated by then Chief Minister Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhar Reddy. The name Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Srikakulam has been converted to Government Medical College, Srikakulam. Hence the post of 'Director' has been changed to 'Principal'.

## Departments

The Government Medical College, Srikakulam hosts a diverse range of departments, categorized into Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical, and Clinical disciplines. These departments are designed to deliver high-quality medical education, training, and patient care.
Departments at GMC Srikakulam :
| Category | Departments |
| Pre-Clinical | Anatomy Physiology Biochemistry |
| Para-Clinical | Pharmacology Pathology Microbiology Forensic Medicine and Toxicology Community Medicine |
| Clinical | General Medicine General Surgery Pediatrics Obstetrics and Gynecology Orthopedics Ophthalmology Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy Psychiatry Anesthesiology Radiology |
| Super-Specialty | Cardiology Neurology Nephrology |
Each department is equipped with advanced facilities and is staffed by highly qualified faculty, fostering an environment of innovation, research, and clinical excellence.

## Campus

Campus Overview of Government Medical College, Srikakulam :
| Feature | Description |
| Location | Located in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, with good connectivity to nearby areas. |
| Academic Facilities | Academic block with lecture halls, seminar rooms, and advanced laboratories. |
| Teaching Hospital | Multi-specialty hospital providing healthcare services and clinical training for students. |
| Library | Well-stocked library with books, journals, and digital resources for research. |
| Hostels | Separate hostels for male and female students with dining and recreational facilities. |
| Sports & Recreation | Sports grounds, indoor game areas, and a gymnasium for students. |
| Auditorium | Fully equipped auditorium for seminars, conferences, and cultural events. |
| Amenities | Cafeteria, bank, ATMs, and medical store on campus. |
| Environmental Initiatives | Eco-friendly measures like rainwater harvesting, solar energy, and waste management systems. |
| Community Services | Health camps and awareness programs for rural and underserved areas. |
| Future Plans | Expansion of research facilities, hospital capacity, and academic infrastructure. |

## Intake

The institute initially started with an intake capacity of 100 (MBBS seats). It was increased to 150 in year 2019 and then 200 from the academic year 2024-25. It also began planning to start PG courses with an intake of 11 from the academic year 2019-20.
These are the batch names of the college from 2008 onwards.
No. Of students :
| 2008 | Serene Stalwarts | 100 |
| 2009 | Celestial Annexers | 100 |
| 2010 | Xeneaver Staunches | 100 |
| 2011 | Relagicans Genegens | 100 |
| 2012 | Elixir Excelsiors | 100 |
| 2013 | Ryzentronz Veronicans | 100 |
| 2014 | Zenolant Xantronz | 100 |
| 2015 | Adroit Zenforians | 100 |
| 2016 | Troezianz Dravencores | 100 |
| 2017 | Xorticanz Thersanders | 100 |
| 2018 | Sanatores Krenoviantz | 100 |
| 2019 | Invictus Zeustallions | 150 |
| 2020 | Zentaurianz Curanderos | 150 |
| 2021 | Spartan Rovenzers | 150 |
| 2022 | Alessandros winxiderz | 150 |
| 2023 | Zavian Salvatores | 150 |
| 2024 | Exorian Dravergonz | 200 |

## Connectivity

How to Reach Government Medical College, Srikakulam :
| Mode of Transport | Description |
| By Road | GMC Srikakulam is well-connected via the national highway network. Regular bus services are available from Srikakulam Town and nearby cities like Visakhapatnam and Vizianagaram . |
| By Train | The nearest railway station is Srikakulam Road (Amudalavalasa), located approximately 10 km from the campus. Local transportation like taxis and auto-rickshaws are available from the station. |
| By Air | The nearest airport is Visakhapatnam International Airport, approximately 120 km away. From the airport, one can reach the campus via road using taxis or buses. |