SHRI DHANESHWARI MANAV VIKAS MANDALS, PARBHANI MEDICAL COLLEGE, PEDGAON, PARBHANI

Shri Dhaneshwari Manav Vikas Mandal’s (SDMVM) Parbhani Medical College, located at Pedgaon, is a premier medical institution in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra. Established to bridge the healthcare gap in rural areas, it has become a significant hub for medical education by 2026.

• Affiliation: Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik.
• Approval: National Medical Commission (NMC), New Delhi.
• Location: Pedgaon, Parbhani, conveniently connected to Nanded and Aurangabad.
• Campus Size: Expansive campus with a dedicated multi-specialty teaching hospital.
• Focus: Integrated medical training with a strong emphasis on community health and rural service.
• Intake: 150 seats for the MBBS program for the 2026 academic year.

The college is primarily recognized for its undergraduate medical curriculum, which attracts students from across Maharashtra due to its clinical exposure.

• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery): A 5.5-year program including a mandatory one-year rotating internship. The curriculum follows the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) guidelines.
• Nursing & Allied Health: The trust also offers programs in Nursing and Physiotherapy, which complement the medical college ecosystem, fostering a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Admission to the MBBS program is strictly based on merit through national-level entrance examinations. The process is centralized via the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.

Candidates must qualify for NEET UG and participate in the CAP (Common Admission Process) rounds. 85% of seats are reserved for the State Quota, while 15% are for the Institutional/NRI quota.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The 2026 cutoffs are expected to remain competitive. Based on previous trends, the estimated NEET UG scores required are:

• General Category: 540 - 565 marks.
• OBC Category: 530 - 550 marks.
• SC/ST Category: 420 - 460 marks.
• Institutional Quota: Candidates just qualifying NEET may apply, though merit remains the primary filter.

Note: Cutoffs vary annually based on the difficulty of the NEET paper and student performance.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

Medical placements differ from engineering; they focus on internships and residency placements. In 2025, the college saw successful outcomes:

• Internships: 100% of the passing batch secured mandatory internships at the SDMVM Teaching Hospital with a government-regulated stipend.
• Post-Graduation: Approximately 40% of the 2025 graduates cleared NEET PG in their first attempt, securing seats in prestigious MD/MS programs.
• Employment: Graduates are highly sought after by private hospital chains in Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) and Nanded. Many have been appointed as Medical Officers in the Maharashtra Public Health Department.

The college facilitates several state and central government scholarships to support students from diverse economic backgrounds:

• Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Fee Reimbursement Scheme: For EBC students (50% tuition fee waiver).
• SC/ST/OBC Category Scholarships: Provided by the Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Maharashtra.
• Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance: For students from families with low annual income.
• Minority Scholarships: Available for students belonging to notified minority communities.

The institution is a specialized center for medical studies. Its flagship programs include:

• MBBS: The cornerstone of the institute, known for its rigorous academic schedule.
• B.Sc Nursing: A popular choice for students looking to enter the healthcare workforce quickly.
• Paramedical Diploma Courses: Training for lab technicians and radiology assistants, essential for the local healthcare industry in Parbhani.

The fee structure is regulated by the Fees Regulating Authority (FRA), Maharashtra. Below are the estimated fees for 2026:

Additional costs include hostel fees (approx. ₹1,00,000/year) and mess charges.

The application for 2026 follows these steps:

1. NEET Registration: Register on the NTA website for NEET UG 2026.
2. State Counseling: Once results are out, register on the mahacet.org portal for Maharashtra State Counseling.
3. Preference Filling: Select "Parbhani Medical College, Pedgaon" as a high-priority choice in the preference form.
4. Document Verification: Visit the designated centers for physical verification of documents.
5. Admission Confirmation: Pay the requisite fees and submit original documents at the college campus in Pedgaon upon allotment.

The college boasts a modern infrastructure designed to meet NMC standards:

• Hospital: A 300+ bedded teaching hospital with ICU, NICU, and advanced operation theaters.
• Laboratories: Fully equipped labs for Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry.
• Hostels: Separate, secure hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi and 24/7 security.
• Library: A digital library with access to international journals and a spacious reading room.
• Sports: Facilities for cricket, volleyball, and indoor games to ensure student well-being.

The college is organized into various specialized departments:

• Pre-Clinical: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry.
• Para-Clinical: Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine.
• Clinical: General Medicine, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Radiology, and Anaesthesiology.