Tripura Expands Medical Education with New MBBS Seats

Tripura's Chief Minister Manik Saha has announced the approval of 50 new MBBS seats at the Tripura Medical College, raising the total to 450 across the state. This significant increase reflects the government's commitment to improving medical education and healthcare facilities. Over the past three years, Tripura has added 225 MBBS seats, showcasing a strong focus on enhancing the health sector. The Chief Minister expressed gratitude to national leaders for their support in this initiative, emphasizing its importance for the state's future healthcare services.

By Ambika Singh Nov 5, 2025, 11:01 IST

Tripura's Medical Education Growth

NMC Approval: On Tuesday, Chief Minister Manik Saha of Tripura revealed that the National Medical Commission (NMC) has sanctioned an additional 50 MBBS seats at the Tripura Medical College (TMC) and Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Teaching Hospital located in Agartala.

Current Seat Availability: This new approval raises the total MBBS seats at TMC from 100 to 150, bringing the overall count of MBBS seats in the state to 450.

Details of the New Approval:

Newly Approved Seats: 50

Total Seats at TMC: 150

Total MBBS Seats in Tripura: 450

Increase Over Last 3 Years: 225 MBBS Seats

In a statement on Facebook, Chief Minister Saha emphasized, "This initiative marks a significant advancement in enhancing medical education and healthcare services in Tripura."

He noted that the state has added a total of 225 MBBS seats over the past three years, showcasing the government's ongoing dedication to bolstering the health and education sectors.

Gratitude to National Leaders:

The Chief Minister expressed his appreciation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda for their unwavering support in advancing Tripura's healthcare framework.

He remarked, "This milestone is a crucial element of our objective to fortify medical education and elevate health services in Tripura."