About Shri Shankar Medical College
Will I get enough hands-on clinical exposure in a historic town like Patan, or will I be stuck reading textbooks? At Shri Shankar Medical College, your practical training hours are spent directly at our dedicated on-campus clinical skill labs and partner community healthcare clinics in Patan. Parents often worry about whether their child will receive individual attention during these intensive clinical postings, so the college addresses this by maintaining a small student-to-tutor ratio during practical laboratory hours.
At a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Undergraduate & Diploma |
| Campus | Semi-urban (Patan) |
| Mode of Study | Full-time |
| Ownership | Trust-run |
| Gender Intake | Co-ed |
Popular Programs
| Degree | Specializations | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. Nursing | General Nursing, Community Health | Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with at least 45% aggregate marks |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) | Orthopaedics, Neurological Rehabilitation | Class 12 Science (PCB) passed from the Gujarat Secondary Education Board or an equivalent recognized board |
| GNM | General Nursing and Midwifery | Class 12 pass in any stream with English as a subject, securing a minimum of 40% marks |
Admissions Overview
Our selection methodology focuses on assessing a student's service aptitude alongside academic preparedness for demanding clinical environments. The entry process involves the following stages:
- Candidates submit their official high school transcripts directly to the campus, highlighting coursework in chemistry and biology.
- Applicants sit for a custom-designed basic sciences aptitude test administered on the Patan campus.
- Shortlisted students participate in a structured, in-person evaluation with faculty members to assess communication skills and vocational fit.
- Selected candidates must submit a certified medical fitness certificate from a registered practitioner before their clinical rotation schedule is finalized.
Life on Campus
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Medical / Health Center | A fully staffed primary care unit operates on the ground floor, equipped to handle minor emergencies and manage routine student health checkups under the guidance of a resident medical officer. |
| Sports / Playground | The outdoor sports field features designated courts for volleyball and kabaddi, where students organize inter-batch matches during winter evenings. |
| Cafeteria / Canteen | Serves fresh, vegetarian Gujarati meals and light snacks, prepared daily with strict adherence to hygienic food-handling practices monitored by a staff committee. |
| Auditorium / Seminar Hall | An air-cooled, 200-seat lecture hall equipped with a ceiling-mounted LCD projector and acoustic wall paneling for guest lectures by visiting doctors. |
| Library | Houses a specialized collection of anatomy atlases, nursing textbooks, and physical copies of the Indian Journal of Medical Research, alongside quiet reading cubicles. |
| Gym / Fitness Center | Features a dedicated indoor space with resistance training bands, free weights, and treadmills to help students stay active after long clinical shifts. |
Worth knowing: Because clinical postings start early in the morning, students living off-campus must arrange their own transport to reach the hospital sites by 7:30 AM. This program demands physical stamina for long standing hours during ward duties, so it will not suit those looking for a relaxed, classroom-only academic experience.
