Indira Gandhi Government Medical College & Hospital (IGGMCH / Mayo Hospital), Nagpur provides healthcare and medical/nursing training on its Central Avenue campus.
1. Nursing Program & Seat Intake
- Primary Course: General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) diploma program.
- Sanctioned Seat Intake: 40 Seats per annual batch.
- Affiliation & Recognition: Recognized by the Maharashtra Nursing Council (MNC) and affiliated with DMER Maharashtra.
- Clinical Training: Students receive extensive hands-on practical experience in IGGMCH's 750+ bed hospital wards, ICUs, emergency trauma, and specialized units (e.g., Dialysis).
Note on B.Sc. Nursing: Government-degree B.Sc. Nursing in Nagpur is conducted at the College of Nursing, GMC Nagpur (50 seats). IGGMCH nursing students primarily undergo GNM diploma training and rotation postings.
2. Hostel Facilities
The IGGMCH campus provides separate, well-maintained hostel accommodation for female and male trainees:
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Hostel Blocks:
- Girls Hostel: Secure multi-story facility (New UG Girls Hostel) located on-campus with round-the-clock security.
- Boys Hostel: Jawahar & Subhash Hostel blocks.
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Key Amenities:
- In-house student mess and dining hall.
- Computer and internet room facilities.
- Recreation hall with TV, indoor games (table tennis, carrom), and outdoor volleyball court.
- On-site medical emergency support.
3. Central Library Facilities
The central library at IGGMCH serves as an information hub for undergraduate, postgraduate, and nursing students:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Reading Room Hours | 24 Hours (All days) for continuous quiet study. |
| Main Library Hours | 10:00 AM to 5:45 PM (Monday to Saturday). |
| Book Collection | Over 16,800+ books spanning medical, nursing, reference, and social welfare text. |
| Digital Library | Equipped with internet-enabled computers and direct access to the MUHS Digital Library portal. |
| Seating Capacity | Multi-level reading halls accommodating 300+ readers simultaneously. |