Telangana’s Medical Colleges Face Faculty Crisis

On 1 April 2026, a government medical college in Medchal-Malkajgiri district of Telangana sent a request to the Director of Medical Education (DME) in Hyderabad. The college asked for help in filling 49 out of its 56 faculty positions.

This issue is not unique to one institution. Across the state, many newly opened medical colleges face similar challenges. Despite opening 24 new medical schools, Telangana has struggled to hire enough teachers and staff. These institutions were built quickly, but without a sufficient number of qualified professionals to run them properly.

The lack of faculty affects both education and patient care. With limited staff, colleges cannot offer full courses, and students struggle to get the attention they need. Hospitals linked to these colleges also suffer, as there are not enough doctors to treat patients.

The government has tried to address this by creating new positions and offering incentives. However, finding skilled faculty is still a major problem. Many qualified doctors prefer to work in private hospitals or cities with better facilities and opportunities.

As a result, the goal of expanding medical education in Telangana remains unfulfilled. Without proper staffing, these colleges cannot operate effectively, leaving both students and patients at risk.