MD Forensic Medicine
Duration: 3 Year(s)
Government Medical College (GMC), Kollam
Kollam, Kerala, India
Course TypeMaster
Course Specialty
Forensic Medicine
Overview
The MD Forensic Medicine program at Government Medical College, Kollam provides structured and in-depth training in medico-legal practice and forensic sciences. The department is actively involved in conducting medico-legal autopsies, clinical forensic examinations, and expert consultations for law-enforcement agencies. Postgraduate students gain hands-on experience in post-mortem examinations, injury documentation, toxicology, forensic pathology, and legal procedures. The curriculum follows National Medical Commission guidelines and emphasizes ethical, scientific, and legal responsibilities of forensic experts. Faculty members with academic and practical expertise guide students in research and case analysis. The program prepares graduates for roles in government medico-legal services, teaching institutions, forensic laboratories, and judicial systems.
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
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Accomodation:
Hostel Facility
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized medical college
- Must have completed Compulsory Rotating Internship
- Must be registered with NMC / State Medical Council
- Must qualify NEET-PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE)
- Admission based on NEET-PG rank, reservation policy, and seat availability
Minimum Education
MBBS
Admission Process:
- Appear for NEET-PG conducted by NBE
- Qualify NEET-PG with the required cutoff score
- Register for Kerala State PG Medical Counselling through the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala
- Exercise web-based option entry for MD Forensic Medicine
- Seat allotment based on NEET-PG rank, category, and availability
- Report to GMC Kollam for certificate verification
- Pay prescribed fees and complete admission formalities
- Commence the course as per KUHS academic schedule
