The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Medical College & Hospital, Indore, got nod from the National Medical Commission (NMC) granting the institution the Letter of Permission (LoP) to launch its MBBS course. The college will commence the programme with an initial intake of 50 students from the academic year 2025–26.
ESIC Indore Deputy Director, Pulkit Jain, hailed the development as a result of “persistent effort, seamless coordination, and unwavering commitment” from the entire team over the past several months.
“The approval for the MBBS programme marks a new chapter for quality medical education and improved healthcare access in Indore. It will benefit not only aspiring medical students but also insured beneficiaries and the wider community,” Jain said.
He also extended special appreciation to Dean Dr. Rajesh U. Sangram for leading the initiative, while highlighting the crucial roles played by Joint Director Dr. Mo Rubani and faculty and staff members in achieving this goal.
The NMC approval followed a detailed assessment of the college’s infrastructure, academic readiness, and compliance with national standards.
Key Highlights of Preparations:
- Campus & Hospital: Spread across 65 acres, the six-storey hospital is fully functional with 420 beds, including 20 dedicated for emergencies. The first three floors house OPDs, while classrooms and administrative offices occupy the upper floors.
- Academic Infrastructure: The college offers modern academic facilities, including separate hostels for boys and girls, faculty quarters, smart classrooms, and a digital library equipped with advanced learning resources.
- Faculty & Staffing: Faculty recruitment has been completed, with approximately 102 members currently on board.
- Medical Facilities: Laboratories, workstations, and cadaver storage areas meet NMC standards. Blood bank services are presently run through an MoU and will soon be transitioned to an in-house facility.
With this approval, ESIC Medical College, Indore, joins the league of premier institutions contributing to India’s expanding network of quality medical education and healthcare delivery.