Manipal Kasturba Medical College – Admission, Fees, Courses & Eligibility

About Kasturba Medical College (KMC) Manipal

Kasturba Medical College Manipal: Academics & Programs

KMC Manipal Rankings

• Ranked 9th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024
• Ranked 10th in the India Today Best Medical Colleges 2024
• Ranked 12th in the Outlook Best Medical Colleges 2024

Infrastructure

• State-of-the-art infrastructure
• Well-equipped laboratories
• Advanced medical equipment
• A 2,400-bed teaching hospital
• Modern library with digital resources

Research

• Collaborations with international universities
• Published research papers in indexed journals
• Ongoing research projects in various medical fields

Clinical Experience

• Exposure to diverse patient cases
• Opportunity to work with experienced faculty
• Training in cutting-edge medical procedures

Alumni Network

• Over 20,000 graduates worldwide
• Distinguished alumni in leading medical institutions globally

Undergraduate Courses

1. Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
   • Duration: 4.5 years + 1-year internship
   • Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
   • Seats: 250
2. Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
   • Duration: 5 years
   • Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB
   • Seats: 100

Postgraduate Courses

1. Doctor of Medicine (MD)
   • Duration: 3 years
   • Eligibility: MBBS
   • Specializations:
     • General Medicine
     • Pediatrics
     • Dermatology
     • Psychiatry
     • Radiology
     • Anesthesiology
     • Obstetrics & Gynecology
2. Master of Surgery (MS)
   • Duration: 3 years
   • Eligibility: MBBS
   • Specializations:
     • General Surgery
     • Orthopedics
     • Ophthalmology
     • ENT
     • Plastic Surgery
3. Master of Dental Surgery (MDS)
   • Duration: 3 years
   • Eligibility: BDS
   • Specializations:
     • Prosthodontics
     • Periodontics
     • Orthodontics
     • Oral Surgery

Super Specialty Courses

1. Doctor of Medicine (DM)
   • Duration: 3 years
   • Eligibility: MD
   • Specializations:
     • Cardiology
     • Neurology
     • Nephrology
     • Gastroenterology
     • Endocrinology
2. Master of Chirurgiae (MCh)
   • Duration: 3 years
   • Eligibility: MS
   • Specializations:
     • Cardiothoracic Surgery
     • Neurosurgery
     • Plastic Surgery
     • Pediatric Surgery

Ph.D. Courses

1. Ph.D. in Medical Sciences
   • Duration: 3-5 years
   • Eligibility: Postgraduate degree (MD/MS/MDS)
   • Specializations:
     • Basic Medical Sciences
     • Clinical Sciences
     • Allied Health Sciences

Certificate Courses

1. Certificate in Emergency Medical Services
2. Certificate in Medical Research Methodology
3. Certificate in Healthcare Management

Diploma Courses

1. Diploma in Anesthesiology
2. Diploma in Child Health
3. Diploma in Obstetrics & Gynecology
4. Diploma in Orthopedics
5. Diploma in Ophthalmology

Fellowship Programs

1. Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine
2. Fellowship in Neonatology
3. Fellowship in Cardiology
4. Fellowship in Neurology

Kasturba Medical College Manipal Fees 

Undergraduate Programs

• MBBS (4.5 years + 1-year internship):
  • General Category: ₹41,42,000/year (approx.)
  • NRI Category: ₹94,30,000/year (approx.)
• BDS (5 years):
  • General Category: ₹38,42,000/year (approx.)
  • NRI Category: ₹85,30,000/year (approx.)

Postgraduate Programs

• MD/MS (3 years):
  • General Category: ₹25,80,000/year (approx.)
  • NRI Category: ₹55,80,000/year (approx.)
• MDS (3 years):
  • General Category: ₹24,38,000/year (approx.)
  • NRI Category: ₹53,80,000/year (approx.)

Super Specialty Programs

• DM/MCh (3 years):
  • General Category: ₹35,00,000/year (approx.)
  • NRI Category: ₹65,00,000/year (approx.)

Ph.D. Programs

• Full-time Ph.D. (3-5 years):
  • General Category: ₹1,50,000/year (approx.)
  • Part-time Ph.D. (3-5 years):
    • General Category: ₹75,000/year (approx.)

Other Fees

• Application Fee: ₹600 (approx.)
• Registration Fee: ₹10,000 (approx.)
• Admission Fee: ₹20,000 (approx.)
• Examination Fee: ₹5,000/year (approx.)
• Hostel Fee (optional): ₹1,25,000/year (approx.)

Scholarships

• Merit-based scholarships
• Need-based scholarships
• Government scholarships

Eligibility for KMC Manipal Admission

Undergraduate Programs (MBBS/BDS)

1. Age: 17 years or above as of December 31, 2024.
2. Nationality: Indian/Non-Resident Indian (NRI)/Overseas Citizen of India (OCI)/Person of Indian Origin (PIO).
3. Qualifying Exam: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
4. Minimum Marks:
   • General Category: 50% aggregate in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
   • SC/ST Category: 40% aggregate in PCB.
   • PwD (Persons with Disabilities) Category: 45% aggregate in PCB.
5. Entrance Exam: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) or Manipal Entrance Test (MET).

Postgraduate Programs (MD/MS/MDS)

1. Age: No upper age limit.
2. Nationality: Indian/NRI/OCI/PIO.
3. Qualifying Exam: MBBS/BDS from a recognized university.
4. Minimum Marks:
   • General Category: 50% aggregate.
   • SC/ST Category: 40% aggregate.
   • PwD Category: 45% aggregate.
5. Entrance Exam: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-PG) or Manipal Entrance Test (MET).
6. Experience: One-year internship (for MBBS).

Super Specialty Programs (DM/MCh)

1. Age: No upper age limit.
2. Nationality: Indian/NRI/OCI/PIO.
3. Qualifying Exam: MD/MS from a recognized university.
4. Minimum Marks:
   • General Category: 50% aggregate.
   • SC/ST Category: 40% aggregate.
   • PwD Category: 45% aggregate.
5. Entrance Exam: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-SS) or Manipal Entrance Test (MET).

Ph.D. Programs

1. Age: No upper age limit.
2. Nationality: Indian/NRI/OCI/PIO.
3. Qualifying Exam: Postgraduate degree (MD/MS/MDS) from a recognized university.
4. Minimum Marks:
   • General Category: 50% aggregate.
   • SC/ST Category: 40% aggregate.
   • PwD Category: 45% aggregate.
5. Entrance Exam: Manipal Entrance Test (MET) or UGC-NET/JRF.

Additional Requirements

• Migration Certificate (for non-Karnataka students)
• Transfer Certificate (from previous institution)
• Character Certificate (from previous institution)
• Medical Fitness Certificate

Reservation

• SC/ST: 15% and 7.5% seats reserved, respectively
• PwD: 5% seats reserved
• NRI/OCI/PIO: 15% seats reserved