Top 10 UGC Approved Medical Colleges in India

Updated On: February 24, 2023 12:42 PM | NEET

All students aim at securing admission at the top 10 UGC approved medical colleges in India. The top UGC approved university represents a stamp of trust and quality education. Scan through this article to find UGC approved university list 2023 for medical course admissions.

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Quick History of UGC and What it Represents
Total No. of Top UGC Approved Medical Colleges in India
Top 10 UGC Approved Medical Colleges in India: Based on …
Other Top UGC Approved Medical Colleges in India
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Top UGC approved medical colleges in India are determined based on set standards of quality - education, infrastructure, placements, curriculum, and adherence to all set norms. Students who aim to secure a bright future wish to bag admission at such institutions. As of January 25, 2023, a total of 1074 UGC approved university are active pan India. Candidates must ace the medical entrance exam to bag admission into these top 10 UGC medical colleges.

The UGC full form is the University Grants Commission that is affiliated with the higher education ministry and falls under the Ministry of Human resources. It is an initiative led by the Indian Union Government based on the UGC Act 1956. The role of the UGC committee is to organize, analyze, evaluate, and ensure that the maximum education standards are met throughout the nation. Its acknowledgment of universities and colleges symbolizes trust and faith. The UGC commission's head office is in New Delhi with several regional headquarters spread across Hyderabad, Kolkata, Bangalore, Guwahati, Pune, Bhopal, and Bhopal.

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Quick History of UGC and What it Represents

Here are a few historical details about UGC and what it represents in the Indian education system:

UGC commission was incepted in 1945 to manage as well as supervise all the operations of 3 leading central Indian universities of Banaras, Delhi, and Aligarh. Fast forward to 1947, those duties were further branched out to include all Indian Universities.
The University Education Commission was created from 1948 to 1949 under the chairmanship of S. Radhakrishnan. He suggested modifications and certain amendments to be done to Indian University Education.
Finally, In 1950, the government of India decided that the UGC will be allowed to handle specific grants to universities as well as higher education institutions.
The Commission was finally launched on December 28, 1953, by Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad - the Minister of Natural Resources, Education, & Scientific Research.

Total No. of Top UGC Approved Medical Colleges in India

In India, a total of 1074 UGC approved university list 2023 is spread across the nation. A detailed breakdown of different UGC medical colleges is given below.

UGC Approved Universities	Total No.
State Universities	460
Central Universities	56
Deemed to be Universities	128
Private Universities	430
Total	1074

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Top 10 UGC Approved Medical Colleges in India: Based on NIRF Ranking

Here are the top 10 UGC approved university list 2023 that grants admission to medical courses in India. The colleges are segregated basis the NIRF ranking 2022 for candidates’ reference. The NIRF Ranking 2023 is yet to be released.

Colleges	NIRF Ranking	Courses Offered	Courses Duration	Location
All India Institute of Medical Sciences	1	MBBS, MD MS, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	New Delhi
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research	2	MBBS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Chandigarh
Banaras Hindu University	5	MBBS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research	6	MBBS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Pondicherry
King George's Medical University	11	MBBS, BDS, MS, MDS, MD	2-5 years	Lucknow
Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences	13	MBBS, BDS, MS, MDS, MD	2-5 years	New Delhi, Delhi NCR
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research	15	MCh	2 years	Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Dr DY Patil Vidyapeeth - [DPU]	17	MBBS, BDS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Pune
Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University - [SOA]	18	MBBS, BDS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Bhubaneswar
SRM Institute of Science and Technology	20	MBBS, BDS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Chennai

Other Top UGC Approved Medical Colleges in India

While opting for the topmost colleges in India is Ideal, the reality is that only a chosen few candidates are able to bag admission in such institutions. A major chunk of students are left wondering what’s in store for them. In such situations, aspirants can explore the following other relevant top UGC approved medical colleges in India.

Colleges	Courses Offered	Courses Duration	Location
Desh Bhagat University	MBBS, BDS, MD	2-5 years	Fatehgarh Sahib (Punjab)
JS University	MBBS, BDS, MD	2-5 years	Uttar Pradesh
Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Mullana	MBBS, BDS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Ambala, Haryana
Parul University	MBBS, BDS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Vadodarara, Gujarat
Amity University	MBBS, BDS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Mewar University	MBBS, BDS, MD	2-5 years	Chittorgarh, Rajasthan
KL University	MBBS, BDS	5 years	Hyderabad
Saveetha Amaravati University	MBBS, BDS	5 years	Andhra Pradesh
Vinayaka Mission University	MBBS, BDS, MS, MD, MDS, Mch	2-5 years	Tamil Nadu

Also Read: List of Postgraduate Medical Courses in India 2023
Securing admission in these top UGC approved medical colleges in India will ensure a bright future for candidates. All of the student's learning goals will be fulfilled and their careers will be catapulted to lucrative packages.
To directly apply for admission at UGC approved medical colleges in India, please fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) or call our helpline number 1800-572-9877 to extract further information related to admissions or explore more relevant colleges.

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FAQs

How to check whether a university is UGC approved or not?

In total, there are 1074 UGC Approved universities. To find the top UGC approved medical colleges in India, students can refer to the complete UGC approved university list 2023 state-wise link released on the official website. Students can also click on this link to find out whether a university is UGC approved or not.

Does UGC have control over all universities?

UGC manages the state, deemed, private, and central universities which are established by the Act of Parliament and those colleges that fall under the purview of the Department of Higher Education in the Ministry of Education. Other institutes have the autonomy and freedom to operate at their own discretion.

What if an institute is not UGC-approved?

As per the Indian Government Rule, in case your college is not approved by the University Grant Commission, then the value of your degree is not considered high. To ensure you stand out in the job market, study from a UGC-approved or from any other government-accredited institution.

What is the difference between a private university and deemed university?

The key difference between these 2 universities is that Deemed universities are autonomous who can set their own courses and degree awards. Meanwhile, Private University falls under the UGC rules and regulations in conducting classes, syllabus, exams, and admission process.

Are Deemed Universities considered private or government?

Deemed universities are not considered private entities. They fall under the UGC Approved University that offers autonomous institutions and is recognized by the Ministry of Human Resources & Development. Students planning on securing admission in deemed university must aim to bag a seat in topmost colleges.

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