Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Government Medical College (RCSM GMC), Kolhapur, established in 2001, is the government medical institution for the Kolhapur region of southwestern Maharashtra. Affiliated with MUHS and recognized by the NMC, it offers MBBS (150 seats) and MD/MS programs (56 PG seats). The attached hospital serves Kolhapur, Sangli, and Sindhudurg districts. Admissions via NEET UG/PG through DMER Maharashtra and MCC counselling.