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Overview, features & quick facts
Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College (ShSMC) is a premier government institution located in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka. While the medical college started in 2006, the attached hospital has a rich history dating back to 1963. ShSMC stands proudly as the third oldest government medical college in Dhaka city. The institution is attached to a massive 850-plus bed tertiary-care teaching hospital that serves as a medical lifeline for central Dhaka, providing students with dense and varied clinical exposure. Fully recognized by the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BM&DC) and affiliated with the University of Dhaka, ShSMC is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
Key Features
2006
Established
1+
Courses
#4
Country Rank
What stands out about this college
Premier Government College
850+ Bed Active Hospital
Excellent FMGE Core Success
A highly coveted urban government medical campus offering premium medical resources, advanced clinical laboratories, and a global alumni network.
1 program with fee details
Fee Structure
Academic year 2026
| # | Course / Program | Duration | Total Fees | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Step-by-step guide to apply
Submit a centralized application through the DGHS portal, ensuring your Class 10 and 12 calculated GPA meets the strict government eligibility standards.
Select Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College as your top preference option during the choice-locking window.
Upon receiving the formal allocation from the ministry, complete the necessary visa processing through the embassy and arrive on campus for final document verification and session commencement.
Direct seat allocation is managed entirely through the central Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) portal based on verified high school STEM GPA scores.
Reasons students pick this college
Facing an intense outpatient and inpatient load daily, students gain uncompromised, hands-on clinical training directly at the bedside, learning how to manage emergency traumas and complex tropical cases.
The curriculum strictly runs on an identical pattern to Indian medical education, which reflects in the outstanding past track records of its international alumni clearing FMGE and NExT on their first attempts.
Financial aid & fee waivers available
100% tuition waiver for top 10 rank holders
National & international recognition
#4
National ranking
Among top institutes in India
#3412
International ranking
Global recognition
Facilities available on campus
Separate hostels for boys and girls with modern amenities
High-speed internet connectivity throughout the campus
Keep these ready before applying
Located in the highly accessible institutional zone of Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka, the Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College campus features state-of-the-art infrastructure. The academic block boasts large, air-conditioned lecture halls with modern audio-visual technology, extensive department-specific laboratories, and an extensively stocked central medical library. International students are provided with highly secure, fully furnished on-campus government hostels with distinct wings for male and female scholars. The campus environment is strictly monitored with 24/7 security systems and includes internal dining options that regularly serve wholesome Indian food (both North and South variants), making adaptation extremely comfortable for Indian students.
MBBS
Full program fee
| 5 Years + 1 Year Internship |
$7,000 - $8,000 (approx. ₹5,80,000 se ₹6,60,000) per year |
Fees may vary by specialization and academic year. Confirm with the college before applying.
The overall expenses structure follows the highly subsidized, structured framework designated for foreign nationals under government-allocated quotas for the 2026 academic batch.
Up to 75% fee waiver based on family income
50% fee waiver for national level athletes
Monthly stipend for research scholars
24/7 security and on-campus medical facilities
Gym and sports facilities for students
Library with books and digital resources
Hygienic cafeteria with diverse food options
Essential administrative and academic documents required for processing the DGHS international quota seats and student visa.