Piduguralla Government Medical College gets NMC nod for 100 MBBS seats
The National Medical Commission has granted approval for the establishment of Piduguralla Government Medical College with a capacity of 100 MBBS seats. This authorization allows the institution to commence its inaugural academic session in the Palnadu district.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has officially issued permission for 100 MBBS seats at the newly established Piduguralla Government Medical College. The decision marks a significant expansion of medical education infrastructure within the Palnadu region of Andhra Pradesh.
According to the official timeline, the college is scheduled to admit its first batch of medical students starting from the 2026-27 academic year. This development follows a rigorous inspection process to ensure the facility meets the necessary pedagogical and clinical standards required for medical training.
Local officials expect the new institution to strengthen healthcare delivery services in the district by providing a teaching hospital environment. The addition of these seats contributes to the broader state initiative of increasing the availability of medical professionals in rural and semi-urban areas. Source: News Report
