India’s Top Medical Colleges 2025 Revealed: AIIMS Delhi Still No. 1, See Full NIRF Ranking List
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06/05/2025
The Ministry of Education has officially released the NIRF Ranking 2024, and once again, AIIMS Delhi has clinched the #1 spot among the top medical colleges in India. The rankings, released under the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), offer deep insight into India’s best government and private medical institutions.
With AIIMS Delhi, PGIMER Chandigarh, and CMC Vellore taking the top 3 positions, the list highlights institutions excelling in teaching, research, placements, and inclusivity.
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Top Medical Colleges in India – NIRF 2024 Rankings
| Rank | College Name | Location | Score (Out of 100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AIIMS Delhi | New Delhi | 94.7 |
| 2 | PGIMER | Chandigarh | 83.9 |
| 3 | Christian Medical College (CMC) | Vellore | 74.5 |
| 4 | National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS) | Bengaluru | 71.5 |
| 5 | Banaras Hindu University (BHU) | Varanasi | 68.3 |
| 6 | JIPMER | Puducherry | 67.5 |
| 7 | Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute (SGPGI) | Lucknow | 66.9 |
| 8 | Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | Coimbatore | 65.7 |
| 9 | Kasturba Medical College | Manipal | 63.4 |
| 10 | King George’s Medical University (KGMU) | Lucknow | 62.7 |
Source: NIRF 2024, Ministry of Education
Key Highlights from NIRF 2024 Medical Rankings
- AIIMS Delhi continues to dominate for the 7th consecutive year.
- CMC Vellore remains the top-ranked private medical college.
- Institutions were evaluated based on Teaching, Learning, Research, Graduation Outcomes, and Perception.
- Government medical colleges lead the top 5, reflecting continued public sector dominance.
Why These Rankings Matter
For NEET UG aspirants and parents, NIRF rankings act as a trusted benchmark for selecting top-performing medical colleges in India. The rankings consider:
- Faculty quality
- Student-to-teacher ratio
- Placement record
- Infrastructure
- Inclusivity and outreach
What to Do If You’re Preparing for NEET UG 2025?
Aim for colleges in the top 10 for better placement, exposure, and infrastructure
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3 Crucial Insights for NEET 2025 Aspirants
- Government Colleges Dominate
- 8/10 top institutions are government-run
- Average fees 10x lower than private counterparts
- Specialization Matters
- NIMHANS leads in psychiatry
- CMC Vellore tops in surgery outcomes
- Cutoff Realities
- AIIMS Delhi: 99.9%ile+ for general category
- BHU: 96%ile for OBC candidates
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