King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow

King George’s Medical University (KGMU), established in 1905 and elevated to university status in 2002, is a leading public medical university in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across a wide range of disciplines in medicine, dentistry, nursing, and allied sciences. With a vast hospital complex, robust academic infrastructure, and a strong focus on clinical and community-based research, KGMU is known for producing highly skilled medical professionals and contributing significantly to healthcare innovation and public health services.

Established:

1905 (University status granted in 2002)

Recognition:

• Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC)

• Accredited with NAAC A+ grade

• Approved by National Medical Commission and Dental Council of India

Location:

King George’s Medical University
Shahmina Road, Chowk
Lucknow – 226003
Uttar Pradesh, India

Departments & Programs with Fees:

Admissions:

• MBBS/BDS through NEET-UG followed by state counseling

• MD/MS/MDS via NEET-PG and centralized counseling

• B.Sc Nursing through entrance test conducted by the university

• DM/M.Ch through respective national-level super-specialty entrance exams

• Ph.D. based on written test and interview

Placements & Internships:

Students undergo compulsory clinical internships in affiliated hospitals. Most MBBS and PG graduates are recruited by top hospitals, research centers, or join government health services. Median salary for MBBS ranges from ₹8 to ₹12 LPA, and for PG courses from ₹10 to ₹15 LPA. The university supports placements through its hospital network, alumni mentorship, and state collaborations.

Campus & Facilities:

• 24+ acre urban campus with modern lecture halls, laboratories, simulation centers, and hospital complexes

• Hostel facilities for both UG and PG students

• Central and departmental libraries with digital access

• Sports grounds, gymnasium, auditorium, guest house, and student activity centers

• Fully equipped diagnostic labs, super-specialty units, trauma centers, and blood banks

Research & Innovation:

KGMU is a hub for advanced clinical research, molecular diagnostics, and public health initiatives. It hosts regular conferences, publishes in reputed journals, and receives funding for research in oncology, cardiology, microbiology, and other areas. The university is expanding its infrastructure with specialized centers in organ transplantation, robotic surgery, and cancer care.