Key facts
- Government Medical College, Ernakulam is at HMT Colony, North Kalamassery (PIN 683503); the college says its casualty and ICU complex work round the clock.
- The medical college was established in 1999 by the Co-operative Academy of Professional Education under Kerala’s Department of Co-operation, and was earlier known as the Co-operative Medical College.
- The Cochin Cancer Research Centre (CCRC) is on the same Kalamassery campus; its new nine-floor, four-block building has a stated capacity of 451 beds.
- The ESIC Hospital Udyogamandal is on Eloor Road, Pathalam (PIN 683501), and serves workers insured under the ESI scheme.
- In Kerala, 108 is the ambulance number and 112 is the all-in-one emergency number.
If it is an emergency
- Call 108 for an ambulance or 112 for the integrated emergency line. Say “Kalamassery” and the nearest landmark — NAD Road signal, HMT Junction, Premier Junction or the metro station — rather than a house name.
- If you can travel, go to the nearest casualty. For north and central Kalamassery that is usually Government Medical College, Ernakulam, in HMT Colony.
- Carry your phone, Aadhaar (or any photo ID) and some cash. Government hospitals register you at the casualty counter; private ones usually ask for a deposit.
Save the hostel warden’s number and one friend’s number as emergency contacts. Hospitals will ask for a bystander, and a stranger cannot sign for you.
Government Medical College, Ernakulam
This is the main public hospital for Kalamassery. According to the college, the campus and hospital spread over about 60 acres at HMT Colony, North Kalamassery, and it has a casualty and ICU complex that run round the clock. It began in 1999 as a co-operative-sector college (the Co-operative Medical College) and is now a government medical college — older signboards and map pins may still use the old name.
Outpatient (OP) departments work on weekday mornings with a registration counter; arrive early, as queues build quickly. Fees at government hospitals are low, but medicines and tests may sometimes have to be bought outside. Read Medical College Road, Kalamassery for how the road and bus stops are laid out, and our PG near the medical college guide if you will be working or studying there.
Cochin Cancer Research Centre (CCRC)
The CCRC — sometimes called the Kochi RCC — shares the medical college campus. Its new building, inaugurated by the Chief Minister, is reported to have nine floors and four blocks with a total capacity of 451 beds. It is a specialist cancer centre rather than a general casualty, so go to the medical college casualty for anything urgent. Families supporting a patient should read our bystander guide and the CCRC stay guide.
If you are covered by ESI
Many factory, warehouse and contract jobs in the Kalamassery–Eloor belt deduct ESI from salary. If yours does, you are entitled to treatment through the ESI system. The ESIC Hospital, Udyogamandal is on Eloor Road at Pathalam (PIN 683501); the ESI Corporation has approved its upgrade from 100 to 150 beds. Ask your HR for your ESI number and e-Pehchan card before you need them. See the FACT Udyogamandal guide and Pathalam bridge and Eloor Road for directions.
Large private hospitals within reach
Kochi has some of Kerala’s biggest private hospitals, and several are a short ride from Kalamassery. We list only well-documented ones; check current OP timings and insurance tie-ups before you go.
| Hospital | Where | Direction from Kalamassery |
|---|---|---|
| Rajagiri Hospital | Chunangamvely, near Aluva (opened 2014, run by the CMI group) | North-east, towards Aluva |
| Aster Medcity | Cheranalloor, on a waterfront campus | South-west, across Edappally |
| Amrita Hospital (AIMS) | Ponekkara, Edappally | South, via Edappally |
| Renai Medicity | Beside NH 544 between Edappally and Palarivattom | South along the highway |
For a minor fever, a cut or a cough you will not need any of these: there are many small clinics, pharmacies and labs along NH 544 and near HMT Junction. Ask at the hostel or a nearby pharmacy which local doctor people use.
Other government options
- District Hospital, Aluva — useful if you live or work on the Aluva side.
- General Hospital, Ernakulam — in the city, worth knowing if you work there.
- Urban primary health centres / Family Health Centres — the municipality and health department run local centres for vaccinations, minor illness and certificates. Ask at the municipality for the one covering your ward.
A hostel near the medical college: how Ashraf Gents Hostel fits
Ashraf Gents Hostel is a men’s hostel at Ashraf house, NAD Road, at the signal in Kalamassery. Its public profile lists the Medical College and RCC among places within about 3 km, which is why medical students, male nurses, hospital staff and some bystanders ask about it. It is for men only.
Rooms in the photos are twin-sharing with cots and mattresses, and there is a kitchen with a sink and shelves — handy if you are on a special diet after treatment. The indicative rate is about ₹2,000–3,000 per head per month, negotiable, with one month’s advance; confirm on the call. Ask about short stays and gate timings directly, as these are not published. Phone or WhatsApp +91 90746 23855.
Frequently asked questions
Does Government Medical College, Ernakulam have a 24-hour casualty?
Yes. The college states that its casualty and ICU complex work round the clock. It is at HMT Colony, North Kalamassery.
What number do I call for an ambulance in Kalamassery?
Dial 108 for an ambulance or 112 for the integrated emergency service. Give a well-known landmark such as the NAD Road signal or HMT Junction.
Is the Cochin Cancer Research Centre in Kalamassery?
Yes. The CCRC is on the Government Medical College campus in Kalamassery. It is a specialist cancer centre, not a general emergency department.
Where is the ESI hospital near Kalamassery?
The ESIC Hospital is at Udyogamandal, on Eloor Road at Pathalam (PIN 683501). Insured workers should carry their ESI e-Pehchan card.
Which private hospitals are near Kalamassery?
Large private hospitals within a short drive include Rajagiri Hospital near Aluva, Aster Medcity at Cheranalloor, Amrita Hospital at Edappally and Renai Medicity by NH 544.
Related guides
Sources
- Wikipedia: Government Medical College, Ernakulam
- Government Medical College, Ernakulam: About the hospital
- INKEL: Chief Minister unveils Cochin Cancer Research Centre
- Public Services Map: ESIC Hospital Udyogmandal
- Wikipedia: Rajagiri Hospital
Facts about Ashraf Gents Hostel come from the hostel’s own profile and photos; rates are indicative and confirmed on the call. Last reviewed . How we write these guides: editorial notes. Map embeds © Google.