Established in 2020, Symbiosis Medical College for Women (SMCW) is India’s first exclusive all-women medical college. It is a constituent of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) and is situated on a scenic 350-acre campus in Lavale, Pune.
AMW Career Point
AMW Career Point
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The institution was inspired by the life of Dr. Anandi Gopal Joshi, India's first female physician, with a mission to address gender disparity in healthcare leadership. SMCW is attached to the Symbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre (SUHRC), a 900-bed multispecialty facility that serves as a primary training ground for students. The college emphasizes a competency-based curriculum, research-oriented learning, and a focus on creating empathetic, ethical doctors.
Admission to the MBBS program is strictly based on merit through national-level entrance examinations.
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Gender: Only female candidates are eligible for the undergraduate (MBBS) program.
Age: Minimum 17 years on or before 31st December of the admission year.
Academic Qualification:
Completion of 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Core subjects must include Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
Minimum Marks (Aggregate in PCB):
General Category: 50%.
SC/ST/OBC Category: 40%.
PwD Category: 45%.
Entrance Exam: Mandatory qualification in the NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) conducted by the NTA.
Counseling: Candidates must register and participate in the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) centralized counseling process for Deemed Universities.
Medical colleges focus more on clinical training and internships rather than traditional placements. Students undergo compulsory internship training and may pursue higher studies or clinical practice.
Internship
1-Year Mandatory Internship
Internship Stipend
As per norms
Career Path
PG Studies, Hospital Practice, Research
Top Opportunities
Hospitals, Clinics, Government Services
Symbiosis Medical College for Women (SMCW), Pune, is a premier private medical institution exclusive to female candidates, established in 2020 and affiliated with Symbiosis International (Deemed University). Admission to the MBBS program is strictly merit-based, requiring qualification in the NEET-UG examination and participation in the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) counseling process.
| Gender |
Only female candidates are eligible. |
| Age |
Minimum 17 years of age on or before 31st December of the year of admission. |
| NEET-UG Exam |
Candidates must appear for and pass the NEET-UG 2026 exam. |
| MCC Counseling |
Candidates must register and participate in the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) centralized counseling for Deemed Universities, as SMCW is a deemed institution. |
The campus offers modern infrastructure including advanced laboratories, lecture halls, library facilities, hostels, and a multi-specialty hospital for clinical training.
Library
Laboratories
Hostels
The cutoff for the General category has remained highly competitive, with a notable jump in the rank required for admission in 2025 compared to 2024.
| Program |
Category |
Gender |
Closing Rank |
| MBBS |
General |
Round 1 |
47,592 |
| MBBS |
General |
Round 1 |
50,473 |
| MBBS |
General |
Round 1 |
42,465 |
| MBBS |
General |
- |
10,99,519 |
Global & National Rankings
SMCW Pune is a relatively new medical institution and is gradually building its reputation in medical education. It is recognized under Symbiosis International University, known for quality education and infrastructure.
| Year |
Body |
Category |
Rank |
| 2026 |
NIRF |
Medical |
#- |
The college primarily offers MBBS with a structured medical curriculum and clinical training.
| Course Name |
Eligibility |
Duration |
Annual Fee |
| MBBS |
10+2 with PCB + NEET |
5.5 Years |
NA |
Admission is conducted through NEET-UG followed by centralized counseling and final seat allotment.
Step 01: Online Registration
Register for NEET and counseling
Step 02: Entrance Exam
Appear for NEET-UG
Scholarships are mainly based on merit, financial need, and government schemes.
Merit-Based Scholarship
For high academic performance
Government Schemes
Based on category and income
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is exclusively for female students
Yes, hostel facilities are available
Yes, 1-year internship is mandatory
