List of medical colleges in India

List of Medical Colleges in India

The List of Medical Colleges in India refers to the comprehensive compilation of all the medical colleges and institutions that offer medical education in India. These colleges are recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI), a statutory body that establishes and maintains high standards of medical education within the country.

Pronunciation

Medical: /ˈmɛdɪkəl/
Colleges: /ˈkɒlɪdʒ/
India: /ˈɪndɪə/

Etymology

The term 'Medical' is derived from the Latin word 'medicus', meaning 'physician'. 'College' comes from the Latin 'collegium', meaning 'community, society'. The name 'India' is derived from the River Indus, which was historically significant in the region.

Related Terms

Medical Education: The education related to the practice of being a medical practitioner, either the initial training to become a physician or additional training thereafter.
Medical Council of India: The statutory body that regulates medical colleges, affiliation, new colleges, and doctors' registration in India.
Medical School: A tertiary educational institution, or part of such an institution, that teaches medicine, and awards a professional degree for physicians and surgeons.