Centre Highlights Surge in Medical Seats Since 2014
Centre Highlights Surge in Medical Seats Since 2014
Since 2014, the country's number of medical colleges and seats has increased dramatically. According to information given in Rajya Sabha by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the number of medical institutions in the nation has increased by 102%, while the number of MBBS seats has increased by 130%.
National Overview
- Medical Colleges: Increased from 387 in 2014 to an estimated 780 by 2024.
- MBBS Seats: Expanded from 51,348 in 2014 to 1,18,137 by 2024.
State-Wise Growth
| State/UT | Colleges in 2014 | Colleges in 2024 | Seats in 2014 | Seats in 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka | 46 | 73 | - | - |
| Uttar Pradesh | 30 | 86 | 3,749 | 12,425 |
| Maharashtra | - | - | 5,590 | 11,845 |
| Tamil Nadu | - | - | 6,215 | 12,050 |
| Rajasthan | 10 | 43 | 1,750 | 6,475 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12 | 31 | 1,700 | 5,200 |
| Chhattisgarh | 5 | 16 | 600 | 2,455 |
| Delhi | 7 | 10 | 900 | 1,497 |
| Telangana | 0 | 65 | 0 | 9,040 |
| Andaman & Nicobar, Arunachal Pradesh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Mizoram, Nagaland | 0 | 1 each (except Telangana) | 0 | Minimal |
Key Highlights
- Telangana emerged as a significant contributor with 65 medical colleges and 9,040 MBBS seats by 2024, compared to zero in 2014.
- Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh saw substantial growth in both colleges and seats.
- Goa and Chandigarh retained the same number of colleges but saw slight increases in MBBS seats.
- States that previously lacked medical colleges like Andaman & Nicobar Islands and others now have at least one institution each.