West Bengal has always been an epicentre of medical education in India. From the inception of the Native Medical Institution in 1822 to establishing the first medical college in 1835, and becoming the pioneer in modern medical study, we have a glorious share of history in medical study. The state has become home to 41 advanced and well-equipped medical colleges nurturing thousands of hands of healers. Now, there have been two new editions in this never-ending list. SKS Medical College, Durgapur & Raniganj Institute of Medical Sciences are the new medical colleges of West Bengal. As we know, the growing competition among students after the NEET UG 2026 result regarding high cut-offs and low MBBS seats has worried many candidates and guardians. Amid this, setting up two new medical colleges brings relief to many of them. However, staying ahead of all the information will help aspirants make the right decision. So, in this blog, we will explore the two new medical colleges in detail.
The fresh addition to the Durgapur medical fraternity is SKS Medical College, which has come into being this year. The medical college has already got approval from NMC and affiliation from WBUHS, so officially it is now ready for its first batch of MBBS. The modern campus is located in the heart of the industrial city of Durgapur in Paschim Bardhaman. The medical college stands at a strategic location. The proximity of Durgapur station and Andal airport to the campus has made connectivity accessible for the students.
The medical college offers 150 MBBS seats for the academic year 2026-27. So, it's giving more chances to deserving candidates. Having a bed capacity of 600, the medical college provides an excellent environment for clinical exposure and hands-on training. Furthermore, the medical college has modern infrastructure for smart study, high-tech diagnostic labs, and library facilities. All these amenities together can quickly make this institute an overnight star in the world of medical education. You can also check out some of the best medical colleges in India here.
RIMS is located in the oldest coal belt of India, which is Raniganj. The medical college is approved by the NMC and affiliated with the WBUHS for receiving students. This college has 200 MBBS seats for this academic year. Additionally, the campus has smart lecture halls, specialized pre-clinical labs, and well-equipped practical rooms. Also, the medical college has residential hostels for both boys and girls. The college management is also aware of students' recreational needs, and so they have several programs set for entertainment purposes.
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Q1: Are SKS Medical College (Durgapur) and RIMS (Raniganj) recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)?
Ans: Yes, both colleges are NMC-approved and affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS).
Q2: How many MBBS seats are added by these two new medical colleges in West Bengal?
Ans: SKS Medical College offers 150 MBBS seats, and RIMS Raniganj offers 200 MBBS seats.
Q3: How do candidates apply for MBBS admission at SKS Durgapur and RIMS Raniganj?
Ans: Eligible NEET UG candidates can select these institutions through the official WBMCC state counseling portal.
Q4: Why is the Paschim Bardhaman region becoming a preferred hub for medical education?
Ans: It combines excellent air, rail, and road connectivity with high hospital patient inflow for clinical training.
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