Updated on 24 October 2026. Aligarh has one large public teaching hospital, two government district hospitals and a growing number of private multispeciality hospitals, many of them along Ramghat Road. This guide lists the main ones, what they are known for and where they are. Details come from AMU, hospital directories and news reports; always call ahead to confirm a doctor’s availability before you travel.
In an emergency, call 108 for a free government ambulance in Uttar Pradesh.
Public hospitals in Aligarh
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Hospital (AMU)
The teaching hospital of Aligarh Muslim University is the biggest hospital in the region. It was founded in 1962 and has 1,269 beds and 26 outpatient departments, according to AMU. Its services include a blood bank, IVF, open-heart surgery and a paediatric cardiac centre. Area: Medical Road, AMU campus. Source: AMU.
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Thakur Malkhan Singh District Hospital
The main government district hospital in Aligarh. A 42-bed paediatric ICU ward was built here, as reported by Amar Ujala in 2023.
Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Joint Hospital
A government hospital run under the district health administration. Note that this and the Malkhan Singh District Hospital are two separate hospitals.
Private hospitals in Aligarh
| Hospital | Area | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Maxfort Multispeciality Hospital | Indraprastha Enclave, Ramghat Road, near Kishanpur Tiraha | Multispeciality: surgery, neurology, cardiology, urology, orthopaedics, gynaecology, paediatrics, nephrology |
| Mithraj Multisuper Speciality Hospital and Research Centre | Ramghat Road, near the Sports Stadium | General medicine, emergency, surgery, dialysis and day care |
| Varun Multispeciality Hospital | New Vishnupuri, near Bela Marg crossing | Surgery, gynaecology, orthopaedics, urology, eye care, neurosurgery, cardiology |
| Prashant Super Speciality Hospital | ADA Colony | Super speciality hospital |
| IT Super Speciality Hospital | Zakaria Market, Medical Road, near JNMC | Super speciality hospital |
| Jeevan Speciality Hospital and Test Tube Baby Centre | Surendra Nagar | Fertility and speciality care |
| Aligarh Hospital and Maternity Centre | Kala Nagar crossing | General and maternity care |
| Prakash Netralaya and Retina Foundation | Ramghat Road, ADA Colony | Eye hospital |
Maxfort and Mithraj are listed as CGHS-empanelled hospitals. If you have CGHS, Ayushman Bharat or private health insurance, check with the hospital’s insurance desk before admission, as empanelment lists change.
How to choose a hospital
- Emergencies and complex cases: JNMC has the widest range of departments and specialists in the city.
- Insurance: ask whether the hospital accepts your insurer or government scheme for cashless treatment.
- Specialists: confirm the doctor’s OPD days and timings by phone before you go.
- Accreditation: NABH accreditation is a useful sign of quality. Check a hospital’s status on the official NABH website.
For students and visitors: if you are new to the city, see how to reach AMU and our Aligarh city guide. More guides are in The AMU Guide.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the biggest hospital in Aligarh?
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Hospital at AMU, with 1,269 beds and 26 outpatient departments according to AMU.
Which are the best private hospitals in Aligarh?
Well-known private hospitals include Maxfort Multispeciality Hospital, Mithraj Multisuper Speciality Hospital, Varun Multispeciality Hospital and Prashant Super Speciality Hospital. The best choice depends on the treatment you need.
What is the ambulance number in Aligarh?
Dial 108 for the free government ambulance service in Uttar Pradesh.
Where is JNMC Hospital in Aligarh?
On Medical Road, on the Aligarh Muslim University campus.
Are there government hospitals in Aligarh besides JNMC?
Yes. Thakur Malkhan Singh District Hospital and Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Joint Hospital are run by the government.
