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T.D. Medical College, Alappuzha, popularly known as Thirumala Devaswom Medical College, holds the distinction of being the first private-managed medical college in Kerala. Established in 1963 under the patronage of the T.D. Temple at Anantha Narayana Puram, the institution has evolved into one of the leading Government Medical Colleges in Kerala. Situated in the serene suburban area of Vandanam, 9 km south of Alappuzha town, and strategically facing NH-47, the college enjoys excellent connectivity across the state.
What makes this institution unique is its legacy of academic excellence, strong commitment to healthcare delivery, and its status as the only Medical College in Kerala with both the academic campus and hospital located alongside a National Highway
***Interim fee for the session 2025-2026 and subject to change as per the guidelines of State Level Fee Determination Committee, Government of Kerala**.
Students get extensive clinical exposure at the attached Alappuzha Medical College Hospital, which caters to thousands of patients every day, ensuring practical learning.
It is the only medical college in Kerala located along NH-47, offering excellent road connectivity, and is just 9 km from Alappuzha town.
T.D. Medical College is consistently ranked among the top government medical colleges in Kerala for academic performance, clinical exposure, and infrastructure.
Yes, the college provides separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities, study halls, recreation rooms, and 24/7 security.
Admission is based on the NEET-UG exam, followed by counseling conducted by the Kerala State Medical Counselling Authority.
The college offers MD, MS, and diploma courses in multiple specialties like General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Anesthesia, ENT, and Orthopedics.
Yes, TD. Medical College is affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Being a government medical college, the MBBS fees are affordable compared to private institutions. The fee structure is approximately INR 25,000 – INR 35,000 per year, subject to government regulations.
The college offers 175 MBBS seats annually as per the latest NMC seat matrix.
The NEET cutoff for MBBS admission at T.D. Medical College varies each year based on category, number of applicants, and seat availability. For 2024, the cutoff for general category candidates was around 620+ marks.
