Colonel Malek Medical College

Colonel Malek Medical College, Manikganj: Admission, Facilities, and Overview

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When it comes to medical education in Bangladesh, government medical colleges play a pioneering role. Colonel Malek Medical College (CMMC), located in Manikganj, is one of the premier and most modern government medical institutions under the Dhaka division. In a very short span of time, this institution has earned a stellar reputation for its excellent academic environment and advanced healthcare services.

Quick Overview of Colonel Malek Medical College

Situated in a serene and picturesque environment near Manikganj district town, the college operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of Bangladesh.

Feature	Details
Established	2014
Location	Jayanagar, Manikganj, Bangladesh
Affiliation	University of Dhaka (DU) & Sheikh Hasina Medical University
Campus Area	Approx. 25 Acres
Degree Offered	MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)

History and Naming

The college began its journey in the academic year 2014-2015 with an initial batch of only 50 students. Originally named "Manikganj Medical College", it was later renamed Colonel Malek Medical College to honor the late Colonel M. A. Malek, a renowned social worker and father of the former Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Zahid Maleque.

Today, the college has fully shifted to its permanent, state-of-the-art campus, which features a massive multi-story academic building and a 500-bed modern General Hospital.

Academic Programs & Seat Capacity

Currently, Colonel Malek Medical College allocates 75 seats annually for local students through the national medical admission test (seat numbers are subject to government updates).

The college offers a 5-year MBBS course followed by a 1-year compulsory logbook-based rotating internship, strictly following the curriculum of the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC). The academic atmosphere is driven by highly experienced professors, consultants, and medical specialists.

Admission Process & Eligibility Criteria

To secure admission into CMMC, local students must clear the centralized medical admission test conducted by the Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME).

• Academic Eligibility: Candidates must have a combined GPA of at least 9.00 in SSC and HSC (or equivalent exam) from the Science group. A minimum GPA of 4.00 in Biology in both SSC and HSC is mandatory.

• Selection Process: Selection is strictly merit-based. The total score is calculated out of 300 marks—100 marks from the written MCQ exam and 200 marks calculated based on SSC and HSC GPA results.