Option 01
MandatoryBasic Delegate Registration
₹299
Mandatory for every delegate who wishes to attend CORTEX.
- Required before participating in any event
- Unlocks workshop registration
- Confirmation email with the delegate WhatsApp community link
Government Medical College, MahabubnagarPresents
CORTEX '26 — 1st Edition Academic Fest
- 8–9 December 2026
- Mahabubnagar, Telangana
Registrations open
- A Decade of Learning.
- A Legacy of Service.
- A Future of Excellence.
- 10 Years of GMCM
- Where Knowledge Meets Compassion
Registration
Choose how you join
Every delegate starts with basic registration. Workshops are added on top, and events open once you are a registered delegate.
Option 02
Coming soonConcert
₹ —
Details to be announced by the organising team.
To be announced
Option 03
Coming soonConcert + Basic Offer
₹ —
Details to be announced by the organising team.
To be announced
Before you register
- Basic registration is mandatory for all delegates who wish to attend CORTEX.
- Prior registration is mandatory for participation in all events.
- The basic registration fee is non-refundable.
- After registration, a confirmation email will be sent with a link to join the WhatsApp community for registered delegates.
- There is no on-the-spot registration for workshops.
- All team members must register to participate in a team event.
Eligibility
Participation is open exclusively to undergraduate MBBS students (UGs) from recognised medical colleges. Postgraduate (PG) students and students from other courses are not eligible to participate.
10
Years of GMCM
2016 — 2026
About CORTEX
Two days where medicine is argued, presented and practised.
CORTEX is the 1st Edition Academic Fest of Government Medical College, Mahabubnagar — a platform for undergraduate medical students to learn, compete, present ideas and build academic skills.
Across two days, delegates present clinical cases and research posters, argue it out in debate, test themselves in a curriculum-wide quiz, and train hands-on in three workshops.
About GMCM
Where Knowledge Meets Compassion
Government Medical College, Mahabubnagar, was established in 2016, becoming the first government medical college established after the formation of Telangana State in 2014.
As GMCM celebrates 10 years of excellence, it continues its journey of medical education, clinical training, and service to society, guided by the values of compassion, integrity, discipline, and respect.
With five batches of medical graduates contributing to its legacy, our students embody dedication, obedience, and a commitment to learning. Beyond academics, GMCM nurtures talent, teamwork, and creativity through sports and cultural activities.
At GMCM, education extends beyond classrooms and clinical wards, shaping future doctors through knowledge, empathy, and responsibility. Our institution encourages students to uphold the dignity of the medical profession, respect their mentors, serve patients with compassion, and contribute meaningfully to society.
As we step into a new decade, GMCM continues to inspire young minds to learn with purpose, lead with integrity, and serve humanity with pride.
- Compassion
- Integrity
- Discipline
- Respect
A Decade of Learning.
A Legacy of Service.
A Future of Excellence.
Events
Think. Compete. Present.
Four active events to prepare for, six passive events to walk into. All of them need prior basic registration.
Active event
Case Presentation
Present an original clinical case from your teaching hospital — individually or as a team of two.
- Individual or team of 2
- Submit by 25 November
Active event
Poster Presentation
An open-topic e-poster contest: one slide, seven minutes, and a jury to convince.
- Individual or team of up to 3
- Submit by 25 November
Active event
Debate
For and Against teams go head to head, with rebuttals, counter-arguments and a fixed clock.
- Teams of 6 to 10
Active event · Quiz
Quizzophrenia
A two-stage medical quiz spanning the entire MBBS curriculum — a written prelim, then a five-round main event.
- Teams of 4, or solo
Passive event · Med Expo
Anatocraft
Anatocraft is where medicine meets creativity and innovation! Bring the fascinating world of medicine to life through stunning 3D models of anatomical structures, organ systems, pathological conditions, surgical procedures, and other medical concepts.
Passive event · Puzzle
Anatomania
Challenge your mind with hands-on medical puzzles! Assemble anatomical structures, piece together organs, and solve exciting medicine-themed physical puzzles. Put your knowledge, logic, and problem-solving skills to the test!
Passive event · Dumb Charades
The Silent Syndrome
Bring medicine to life without saying a word! Act out medical terms, diseases, procedures, and anatomical concepts while your teammates race to guess. No words, just gestures, medical knowledge, and loads of fun!
Passive event · Crossword
Med Grid
Put your medical vocabulary to the test! Crack the clues, uncover hidden medical terms, and fill in the grid with words from anatomy, diseases, and beyond. Think fast, connect the clues, and complete the challenge!
Passive event · Dare to Diagnose
The Case Chronicles
Step into the shoes of a doctor! Analyse clinical clues, interpret symptoms, and put your diagnostic skills to the test.
Passive event · Med Imposter
Med Bluff
Can you spot the odd one out? Put your medical knowledge and observation skills to the test as you uncover the imposter hidden among medical terms, concepts, and clues. Trust your instincts, think sharp, and expose the bluff!
Workshops
Learn it with your hands.
Three workshops, each across two afternoons. Slots are limited and filled first come, first served — there is no on-the-spot registration.
01₹499Workshop
Obstetrics and Neonatology
“From the miracle of birth to the art of saving lives, step into the world of maternal & newborn care!”
- Duration
- 2 days · 3-hour sessions
- Slots
- Limited
02₹349Workshop
Research Methodology
“Curiosity asks the question; methodology discovers the answer.”
- Duration
- 2 days · 3-hour sessions
- Slots
- Limited
03₹499Workshop
Basic Life Support
“Recognize. Respond. Resuscitate.”
- Duration
- 2 days · 3-hour sessions
- Slots
- Limited
Our team
The people behind CORTEX
Organising Secretaries
- B. Jitesh SaiOrganising Secretary
- B. Sai MadhavOrganising Secretary
- V. Ashrith KrishnaOrganising Secretary
Co-organising Secretaries
- N. Suhas Kumar
- S. Rahul
- Mercy Zion
- S. Charitha
- Nuthana Raj
- Kanika Kumari
- Jaya Sreeja Renuka
- Lakshmikanth Reddy
- Sai Venkat
- Hanumanth
Chief Editor
S. Akshaya ReddyChief Editor
FAQs
Good to know before you come.
Answers straight from the brochure.
Who is eligible to register for CORTEX '26?
Participation is open exclusively to undergraduate MBBS students (UGs) from recognised medical colleges. Postgraduate (PG) students and students from other courses are not eligible to participate.
Is basic delegate registration compulsory?
Yes. Basic registration (₹299) is mandatory for all delegates who wish to attend CORTEX, and prior registration is mandatory for participation in all events.
Can I register for events after completing basic registration?
Yes. Basic registration comes first; once you are a registered delegate you can take part in events and register for workshops.
Can a team register with one payment, or must every member register?
All team members must register to participate in a team event.
Are workshop registrations available on the event day?
No. There is no on-the-spot registration for workshops.
What are the workshop fees, timings and durations?
Obstetrics and Neonatology is ₹499, Basic Life Support is ₹499 and Research Methodology is ₹349. Each workshop runs over 2 days with 3-hour sessions in the afternoon (post-lunch).
Contact us
Questions? Talk to the organisers.
Call, message on WhatsApp, or find us on Instagram.
Accommodation
If you wish to avail of the accommodation facility during the conference, select YES on the registration form. A separate accommodation form in the Delegate Corner will be available soon.
For queries, contact