Andhra seeks NMC nod for 100 MBBS seats at Piduguralla govt medical college
Andhra Pradesh: To promote medical education, the Andhra Pradesh government is preparing to operationalise a new government medical teaching hospital in Piduguralla, Palnadu district.
According to officials, outpatient services are expected to commence there by April 15. The officials confirmed that admissions to MBBS course will commence in the 2026-27 academic year, with the government applying to the National Medical Commission for approval of 100 seats.
On Wednesday, State Health Secretary Saurabh Gaur reviewed the ongoing construction works. Subsequently, he directed officials and engineers to complete all arrangements within the stipulated timeframe. In view of a potential inspection, he instructed that the construction work be completed by the end of May, in compliance with regulatory norms.
He also emphasised the weekly monitoring of progress and called for the timely recruitment of doctors and paramedical staff. However, the formal date for the full commencement of medical services will be decided following consultation with Chief Minister N.
Meanwhile, Mr Gaur also confirmed that admissions to the MBBS course will commence in the 2026-27 academic session. The government is applying to the National Medical Commission (NMC) for the approval of 100 seats.
According to the The Hindu mdia news report, arrangements are being made for sanitation, security, oxygen supply, and other support systems, and a trial run is planned for after April 1st.
Additionally, District Collector Kritika Shukla directed officials to ensure an uninterrupted supply of water and electricity, and to develop transportation facilities, including a bus stop near the hospital.
Meanwhile, Medical Dialogues had recently reported that the Andhra Pradesh Government has recently approved the recruitment of 520 posts across 45 categories for Piduguralla Medical College, including Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, and other support staff.
The State is fully prepared to inaugurate the Piduguralla Medical College and commence the undergraduate MBBS course with 100 seats starting from the 2026-27 academic session. This college is being developed under a centrally sponsored scheme, for which the Centre has sanctioned ₹195 crore. The total cost of this project is ₹450 crore, and construction work is currently underway on a 47-acre campus.
