Study at King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow

King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow campus view

King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow

Medicine, Bachelor's Program

Flag of India India Public University Established: 1911
University Highlights
World Ranking

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Program Duration

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Language

English-taught program

Program Overview

King George’s Medical University (KGMU), established in 1911, is one of India’s oldest and most prestigious medical institutions, located in the heart of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Initially known as King George’s Medical College, it was upgraded to a university in 2002. Recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated with several major hospitals, KGMU stands as a leading center for medical education, research, and healthcare services in North India. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and super-specialty programs in medicine, dentistry, nursing, and allied health sciences. It is renowned for its academic excellence, advanced clinical exposure, and cutting-edge research in medical sciences. KGMU’s associated hospitals, including Queen Mary’s Hospital, Gandhi Memorial & Associated Hospitals, and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute, handle thousands of patients daily — providing students with extensive real-world clinical experience. The institution has consistently maintained a legacy of producing some of the most skilled and ethical doctors in the country.
Admission Requirements
Acadamy
Programs
Medicine
Degrees
Bachelor's
Courses
MBBS
The KGMU campus is a beautiful blend of heritage architecture and modern infrastructure, spread across a vast area in central Lucknow. It features smart classrooms, advanced research laboratories, digital libraries, auditoriums, sports complexes, and multiple hospitals within its premises. Students enjoy a perfect mix of academic rigor and extracurricular vibrancy. KGMU hosts medical conferences, workshops, annual cultural festivals like 'Synapse', and sports meets that keep campus life dynamic and engaging. With its commitment to academic excellence, patient-centered care, and holistic development, King George’s Medical University continues to uphold its reputation as a center of medical excellence and innovation — shaping future leaders in healthcare for India and the world.
KGMU provides excellent hostel facilities for both male and female students, located within the university campus. The hostels are spacious, secure, and equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, mess facilities, study areas, and recreation rooms. Life in the hostels is vibrant and collaborative — students from across India and abroad come together, fostering a diverse and intellectually stimulating environment. Events like hostel nights, cultural evenings, and informal discussions make life outside the classroom equally enriching. The mess serves nutritious and hygienic food, and facilities for laundry, common rooms, and indoor games ensure a comfortable stay for residents.