GUWAHATI, September 3, 2025: Assam’s healthcare and medical education sector has marked a major milestone as the National Medical Council (NMC) officially approved the newly established Pragjyotishpur Medical College for the academic year 2025-26. Located in Assam, the institution becomes the state’s 14th medical college, adding essential capacity for medical education and health services.
For its inaugural year, Pragjyotishpur Medical College has been granted 50 MBBS seats, furthering Assam’s ability to cultivate a new generation of healthcare professionals and meet the region’s growing demand for qualified doctors. This approval is viewed as a significant step toward empowering local students with more opportunities in medical education and enhancing long-term health infrastructure.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma publicly announced the achievement, emphasising the college’s role in advancing the state’s medical education mission and strengthening both healthcare access and quality across Assam. The launch of the new college exemplifies ongoing efforts by state leadership to invest in medical talent and world-class facilities.
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With Pragjyotishpur Medical College joining Assam’s expanding network of medical institutions, it is expected to improve healthcare outcomes by producing well-trained medical professionals and serving as a center for clinical research and community health initiatives. The move is widely recognised as increasing Assam’s stature as a regional leader in healthcare education and public health.
