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Medical Colleges in Varanasi | BHU IMS & Banaras Guide
Medical Colleges in Varanasi
Premier medical education hub anchored at BHU campus.
Varanasi’s medical training centres blend ancient healing traditions with modern clinical practice. The Institute of Medical Sciences at Banaras Hindu University stands as the city’s flagship institution, drawing students from across India to its Lanka neighbourhood location.
At a Glance
Key Medical Institutions
Where aspiring doctors study along the Ganga.
IMS BHU
Central campus in Lanka offering MBBS, MD and super-speciality programmes with attached Sir Sunderlal Hospital.
Undergraduate Seats
Annual intake for MBBS draws applicants from across Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring states.
Postgraduate Training
Residency programmes at BHU cover medicine, surgery, paediatrics and radiology.
Research & Ayurveda
Integration of traditional Ayurvedic studies with modern biomedical research on campus.
Historical Milestones
BHU Established
Madan Mohan Malaviya founds Banaras Hindu University near Assi Ghat.
Medical Faculty Begins
Early medical teaching starts within the university precincts.
IMS Formalised
Institute of Medical Sciences gains independent status on campus.
Hospital Expansion
Sir Sunderlal Hospital grows to serve thousands from Varanasi and Purvanchal.
Tips from people who live here
Best time
Admissions cycle follows NEET results; campus visits are pleasant October to March.
How to reach
IMS BHU lies 8 km from Cantt railway station; auto-rickshaws and e-rickshaws ply regularly via Lanka crossing.
What to bring
Carry student ID, water bottle and modest clothing when visiting the teaching hospital wards.
Local transport
City buses and cycle-rickshaws connect BHU gate to nearby neighbourhoods like Bhelupur and Sigra.
Frequently asked questions
How many medical colleges exist in Varanasi?
One premier government institute, the Institute of Medical Sciences at BHU, anchors medical education in the city.
Where is IMS BHU located?
The campus sits inside Banaras Hindu University in the Lanka area, a short ride from Assi Ghat and the main ghats.
Is there Ayurvedic training available?
Yes, the Faculty of Ayurveda operates alongside modern medicine departments on the same BHU grounds.
Can visitors tour the hospital?
Teaching hospital access is restricted to patients and students; guided academic visits require prior permission.
Which neighbourhoods host student hostels?
Most hostels lie within the BHU campus walls, with additional PG accommodations in Lanka and Bhelupur.