Rangpur Medical College Admission Seat Plan 2025

Established in 1970, Rangpur Medical College (RMC) is a premier medical institution in Bangladesh dedicated to providing high-quality medical education and healthcare services. Located in Rangpur, it has a longstanding tradition of producing skilled medical professionals who contribute significantly to the healthcare sector both nationally and internationally.

Admission Process for 2025

The admission process for the MBBS program at RMC for the academic year 2025 is overseen by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Bangladesh. This centralized process ensures a uniform and merit-based selection across all public medical colleges in the country.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for admission into RMC, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Academic Qualifications:
- Candidates must have completed their Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent examinations in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- A minimum combined GPA of 9.0 in SSC and HSC is required, with no less than a GPA of 3.5 in each examination.
- For candidates from Hill Districts and tribal communities, a combined GPA of 8.0 is acceptable, maintaining a minimum of GPA 3.0 in each exam. Additionally, all candidates must have a GPA of 3.5 in Biology in the HSC examination
Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of Bangladesh.

Application Procedure

The application process is conducted online through the official DGHS portal. While specific dates for the 2025 admission cycle are yet to be announced, the general timeline is as follows:

Application Period: Typically opens in the last quarter of the preceding year.
Application Fee Payment Deadline: Usually shortly after the application period closes.
Admit Card Availability: Provided a few days before the admission test.
Admission Test Date: Generally scheduled in the first quarter of the academic year.

Applicants must complete the online application form accurately and pay a non-refundable application fee as specified in the admission circular. Detailed instructions for the application process will be available on the DGHS website once the admission notice is published.

Admission Test Details

The admission test is a critical component of the selection process. It is a one-hour Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) examination comprising 100 questions, distributed as follows:

Biology: 30 questions
Chemistry: 25 questions
Physics: 20 questions
English: 15 questions
General Knowledge (Bangladesh and International Affairs): 10 questions

Each question carries one mark, with a deduction of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. The pass mark for the admission test is determined annually based on various factors, including candidates’ overall performance.

Seat Allocation

Rangpur Medical College offers 250 seats for the MBBS program and 52 seats for the BDS program.

These seats are allocated based on merit and the government’s reservation policies, which include:

Merit Quota: 80% of the seats are awarded to candidates based on their performance in the admission test and academic results.
District Quota: 20% of the seats are reserved for candidates from various districts, ensuring regional representation.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare the following documents for the admission process:

Attested photocopies of SSC and HSC or equivalent certificates and mark sheets.
Photocopy of the certificate from the City Mayor/Paurashava Chairman/Union Parishad Chairman/Ward Commissioner for district quota verification.
Four recent passport-sized photographs.
For tribal candidates and those from Hill Districts, necessary supporting documents are necessary to verify their status.
Children of Freedom Fighters must submit relevant supporting documents.

Preparation Tips for Applicants

To enhance the chances of success, prospective candidates should:

Master Core Subjects: Develop a strong understanding of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, as they constitute the majority of the admission test.
Practice MCQs: Regularly solve multiple-choice questions to improve accuracy and speed.
Enhance English Proficiency: Work on language skills, including grammar and comprehension.
Stay Informed: Keep abreast of current affairs, especially those related to Bangladesh and international events, to excel in the General Knowledge section.
Time Management: Develop strategies to efficiently manage the limited time during the examination.

Important Considerations

Admit Card: Ensure to download and print the admit card within the specified dates. The admit card, along with necessary identification, must be presented at the examination center.
Examination Conduct: Arrive at the examination center well ahead of time with the required documents. Adhere to all instructions and maintain the examination hall’s decorum.
Result Publication: Admission test results are typically published on the DGHS website. Successful candidates should follow subsequent instructions for admission formalities.