| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1875 (Medical School), 1962 (Medical College) |
| Location | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| College Type | Government Medical College |
| Affiliation | University of Dhaka |
| Recognition | BMDC, NMC (India), WDOMS |
| Course Offered | MBBS |
| MBBS Duration | 5 Years + 1 Year Internship |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Teaching Hospital | Sir Salimullah Medical College Mitford Hospital |
| Official Website | https://www.ssmcmh.gov.bd/ |
Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
NEET UG 2026 Exam | May 2026 |
NEET Result | June 2026 |
MOHFW Foreign Quota Notification | July – August 2026 |
Application Window | August – September 2026 |
Merit List & Allotment | October 2026 |
Session Commencement | November – December 2026 |
Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
Academic Qualification | Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English. |
Minimum Marks (PCB) | 60% aggregate in PCB for General Category (Higher than Nepal’s 50%). |
NEET UG 2026 | Mandatory. Must qualify with valid score. |
Age Limit | Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2026. |
Passport | Valid Indian Passport with at least 18 months validity. |
Equivalence Certificate | From BANBEIS or relevant Bangladesh authority. |
Medical Fitness | Certificate from a registered medical practitioner. |
NEET Score Range | Admission Prospect | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
500+ | High | Strong candidate for SSMC foreign quota. |
400–499 | Moderate | Competitive; depends on annual applicant pool. |
300–399 | Low | Consider private Bangladesh MCs or Nepal. |
<300 | Very Low | Not recommended for SSMC; explore other options. |
Component | Approximate Cost (USD) | Approximate Cost (INR) |
|---|---|---|
Tuition Fee (Full Course) | $28,000 – $38,000 | ₹23 – ₹32 Lakhs |
Annual Tuition | $4,700 – $7,600 | ₹3.9 – ₹6.3 Lakhs/yr |
Hostel & Mess (Monthly) | $60 – $120 | ₹5,000 – ₹10,000/mo |
Other Charges (Exam/Library) | $200 – $300/yr | ₹16,000 – ₹25,000/yr |
Total Estimated Cost | $34,000 – $45,000 | ₹28 – ₹38 Lakhs |
Role | Monthly Salary (INR) | Annual Package (INR) |
|---|---|---|
Private Hospital MO | ₹40,000 – ₹80,000 | ₹4.8 – ₹9.6 Lakhs |
Government MO (UPSC/State) | ₹56,100 – ₹1,00,000 | ₹6.7 – ₹12 Lakhs |
Post-MD/MS Specialist | ₹1,00,000 – ₹3,00,000+ | ₹12 – ₹36 Lakhs+ |
Parameter | SSMC (Govt) | Private Bangladesh MC | Private Nepal MC |
|---|---|---|---|
Prestige | Highest (Oldest, Govt) | Moderate | Moderate |
Total Fees | ₹23–32 Lakhs | ₹35–50 Lakhs | ₹27–42 Lakhs |
Clinical Exposure | Very High (900+ Bed Govt Hospital) | Moderate (300-500 Beds) | Moderate (500-750 Beds) |
NEET Cutoff | High (400+ Recommended) | Low (Qualifying) | Low (Qualifying) |
Recognition | NMC Listed, Dhaka Univ. | NMC Listed | NMC Listed |
Sir Salimullah Medical College (SSMC) is Bangladesh’s oldest
government medical college established in 1875 in Old Dhaka (Mitford
Road), Bangladesh. Affiliated to University of Dhaka — Bangladesh’s
most prestigious public university — and recognized by BMDC. Teaching
hospital: Mitford Hospital (est. 1858) — 900+ beds — one of South
Asia’s oldest hospitals. 250 seats/year including foreign quota. NMC
India listed. FMGE/NExT required for Indian students to practice in
India. Distinction: 150+ years of continuous medical education
heritage — unmatched in Bangladesh.
Approximate SSMC Bangladesh MBBS fees for foreign students
2026-27: USD 4,700-7,600 per annum (tuition). Total 5-year
course: USD 23,500-38,000 (approximately INR 20-32 Lakhs). Including
hostel, mess, and living: approximately USD 28,700-57,600 (INR 24-48
Lakhs). Government regulated fees — slightly lower than other
Bangladesh government medical colleges due to SSMC’s older
institutional structure. Verify through Bangladesh Ministry of Health
foreign student process at mohfw.gov.bd.
Sir Salimullah Medical College is Bangladesh’s oldest
medical college — established in 1875 during the British
colonial era. The attached Mitford Hospital was established even
earlier in 1858. With 150+ years of continuous medical education,
SSMC predates Bangladesh’s independence (1971) by nearly a century
and has outlasted multiple political systems — British colonial,
Pakistan, and Bangladesh periods — demonstrating institutional
resilience and educational consistency that no other Bangladesh
medical college can claim.
Yes, NEET UG 2026 is mandatory for all Indian students
at SSMC Bangladesh per NMC India. However, SSMC is Bangladesh’s most
historically prestigious government medical college with very limited
foreign student seats (approximately 25-30 for all countries).
Students with NEET scores of 400+ have competitive chances. Students
below 400 NEET marks should consider other MBBS abroad options. Apply
through official Bangladesh Ministry of Health centralized process
at mohfw.gov.bd — not directly to SSMC.
Yes, SSMC Bangladesh MBBS degree is valid in India
— subject to clearing FMGE (or NExT). SSMC is listed in NMC India’s
approved foreign medical institutions list. After clearing FMGE/NExT
and obtaining NMC India registration, SSMC graduates can practice in
India, appear for NEET PG, and apply for all government medical service
examinations. University of Dhaka affiliation further strengthens
degree credibility.
Key difference between SSMC Bangladesh and Nepal MBBS
admission: Nepal MBBS — students apply directly to individual
colleges after NEET. Bangladesh SSMC — foreign student MBBS admission
is centralized through the Bangladesh Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare at mohfw.gov.bd. Students cannot apply to SSMC independently —
must apply through the official government foreign student MBBS quota
notification. This is the same for all Bangladesh government medical
colleges including DMC, CMC Chittagong, and SSMC.
SSMC Dhaka is particularly well-suited for Indian students
from West Bengal, Tripura, and Assam: (1) Language — Dhaka
Bengali is virtually identical to West Bengal Bengali — zero language
barrier. (2) Travel — Kolkata to Dhaka direct flight is 45 minutes.
(3) Cultural familiarity — Old Dhaka’s Bengali Muslim culture shares
deep heritage with West Bengal. (4) After FMGE clearance — West Bengal
PSC Medical recruitment is accessible. SSMC’s 150-year alumni network
includes West Bengal-origin graduates practicing across India and
internationally.
After MBBS from SSMC and clearing FMGE/NExT: Government MO through
UPSC CMS or State PSC Medical including WB PSC (INR 56,100-1,77,500/
month). Private hospital MO (INR 40,000-80,000/month). NEET PG for
MD/MS India. USMLE for USA — SSMC’s established US alumni history
supports pathway credibility. PLAB for UK — SSMC UK alumni decades
old. Bangladesh practice (BMDC registration). Private clinical practice
India.
Mitford Hospital — attached to SSMC — was
established in 1858 during the British colonial era, making it one
of South Asia’s oldest continuously functioning hospitals with 165+
years of patient service. With 900+ beds, it serves Old Dhaka’s dense
population with 2,000-4,000+ daily OPD patients. Its historical
significance means SSMC students receive clinical training in an
institution with accumulated institutional knowledge, experienced
faculty lineage, and patient trust built over more than 165 years —
a unique clinical environment among all MBBS abroad options for
Indian students.
Application steps for SSMC Bangladesh MBBS 2026 from
India: (1) Qualify NEET UG 2026 at neet.nta.nic.in — aim
for 400+ marks for competitive SSMC consideration. (2) Monitor
Bangladesh Ministry of Health foreign student MBBS quota notification
at mohfw.gov.bd — apply through centralized official process only.
(3) Prepare documents: NEET scorecard, Class 12 marksheet, passport,
equivalence certificate (BANBEIS), photographs, medical fitness
certificate. (4) Receive admission offer through MoH process. (5)
Apply for Bangladesh student visa at Bangladesh High Commission India.
(6) Pay SSMC fees. (7) Fly to Dhaka from Kolkata (45 min direct
flight). Contact Wing Educations for free SSMC admission support.
