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MBBS in Karnataka

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MBBS in Karnataka – The Complete Guide

Karnataka is a sought-after destination for medical aspirants thanks to its blend of prestigious medical colleges, balanced fees, and high academic standards. With Map My MBBS by your side, navigate through the entire MBBS admission journey in Karnataka — from colleges and fees to counselling and eligibility.

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Highlights at a Glance

Feature Details
Counselling Authority Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA)
Entrance Exam NEET-UG
Government MBBS Colleges 24
Private / Deemed MBBS Colleges 48
Government Colleges Seats 4249
Private Colleges Seats 9695
Seat Allocation Government seats + Private quota + NRI / Management quota

Seat Matrix & College Types

  • Government Medical Colleges: These are state-run institutions offering MBBS at subsidized tuition rates under the State Quota and under All India Quota (AIQ).
  • Private / Deemed Medical Colleges: These operate under private management, often with higher fees. They offer seats under state quota, management quota, and sometimes NRI quota.

Seat Allocation Model:

  1. 15% seats in government colleges are reserved under All India Quota (AIQ) via MCC counselling. 
  2. The remaining 85% of government seats are allotted by the state through KEA. 
  3. Private colleges allocate seats under state quota, management quota, and NRI quota as per regulations.

Government Medical Colleges

S.No. Name and Address of Medical College / Institution District University Name Management Year of Inception Annual Intake (Seats)
1 Chitradurga Medical College and Research Institute Chitradurga Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2023 149
2 Vijaynagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary Bellary Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 1961 250
3 Bidar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bidar Bidar Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2007 200
4 Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya Mandya Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2006 150
5 Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences, Shimoga Shimoga Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2007 150
6 Mysore Medical College and Research Institute, Mysore Mysore Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 1924 250
7 Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences, Raichur Raichur Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2007 200
8 Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubballi Hubballi Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 1957 200
9 Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences, Hassan Hassan Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2006 200
10 Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences, Belagavi Belagavi Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2006 200
11 Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore Bangalore Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 1955 250
12 Chikkaballapura Institute of Medical Sciences Chikkaballapura Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2021 150
13 Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical College & Research Institute Bengaluru Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2019 200
14 Karwar Institute of Medical Sciences, Karwar Karwar Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2016 150
15 Chamrajanagar Institute of Medical Sciences Chamarajanagar Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2016 150
16 Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences, Kodagu Kodagu Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2016 150
17 Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences, Koppal Koppal Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2015 150
18 Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences, Gulbarga Gulbarga Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2015 200
19 Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences, Gadag Gadag Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2015 150
20 Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Gulbarga Gulbarga Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2013 150
21 Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Bangalore Bangalore Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2012 150
22 Yadgiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Yadgiri Yadgiri Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2022 150
23 Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences, Haveri Haveri Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2022 150
24 Chikkamagaluru Institute of Medical Sciences, Chikkamagaluru Chikkamagaluru Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Govt. 2022 150
Total 4249

Government Medical Colleges — Annual Tuition Fees

S.No. Name of Govt Medical College Yearly Govt. Fee
1 Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences, Belagavi ₹ 64,350
2 Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore ₹ 64,350
3 Chikkamagaluru Institute of Medical Sciences, Chikkamagaluru ₹ 64,350
4 Chitradurga Medical College and Research Institute ₹ 64,350
5 Yadgiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Yadgiri ₹ 64,350
6 Chikkaballapura Institute of Medical Sciences ₹ 64,350
7 Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences, Raichur ₹ 64,350
8 Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences, Haveri ₹ 64,350
9 Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences, Mallasamudra, Mulgund Road, Gadag ₹ 64,350
10 Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences, Gulbarga ₹ 64,350
11 Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences, Hassan ₹ 64,350
12 Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubballi ₹ 64,350
13 Karwar Institute of Medical Sciences, Karwar ₹ 64,350
14 Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences, Kodagu ₹ 64,350
15 Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences, Shimoga ₹ 64,350
16 Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical College & Research Institute ₹ 64,350
17 Mysore Medical College and Research Instt., Mysore ₹ 64,350
18 Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Bangalore ₹ 1,09,300
19 Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Gulbarga ₹ 1,09,300
20 Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences, Koppal ₹ 64,350
21 Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya ₹ 64,350
22 Bidar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bidar ₹ 64,350
23 Chamrajanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Karnataka ₹ 64,350
24 Vijaynagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary ₹ 64,350

Note: These fees represent base tuition fee and university fee.

Private & Deemed Medical Colleges

S.No. Name and Address of Medical College / Institution District University Name Management Year of Inception Annual Intake
1 BGS Medical College and Hospital Bengaluru, Karnataka Bengaluru Adichunchanagiri University, Karnataka Private 2024 250
2 PES University Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Bangalore Bangalore PES University Private 2024 150
3 SR Patil Medical College and Hospital Distt Bagalkot Bagalkot Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka Trust 2024 100
4 Sri Chamundeshwari Medical College Hospital & Research Institute Ramanagara Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Trust 2023 150
5 Khaja Bandanawaz University - Faculty of Medical Sciences, Gulbarga Gulbarga Khaja Bandanawaz University Trust 2000 150
6 St. Johns Medical College, Bangalore Bangalore Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Trust 1963 150
7 A J Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Mangalore Mangalore Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Trust 2002 250
8 Raja Rajeswari Medical College & Hospital, Bangalore Bangalore Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Trust 2005 250
9 Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore Mangalore Yenepoya University (Deemed) Trust 1999 250
10 Al-Ameen Medical College, Bijapur Bijapur Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka Trust 1984 150
11 Vydehi Institute Of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bangalore Bangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2002 250
12 S S Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Davangere Davangere RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2006 200
13 M S Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore Bangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1979 150
14 Sri Siddhartha Medical College Tumkur Sri Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education Trust 1988 250
15 S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot Bagalkot RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2002 250
16 MVJ Medical College and Research Hospital, Bangalore Bangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1997 250
17 K S Hegde Medical Academy, Mangalore Mangalore Nitte University (Deemed) Trust 1999 250
18 Dr BR Ambedkar Medical College, Bangalore Bangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1980 150
19 Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College, Kalaburagi Gulbarga RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1963 200
20 JSS Medical College, Mysore Mysore JSS Academy of Higher Education Trust 1984 250
21 Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore Bangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1980 250
22 JJM Medical College, Davangere Davangere RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1965 245
23 Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Manipal Manipal Academy of Higher Education Trust 1953 250
24 Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore Mangalore Manipal Academy of Higher Education Trust 1955 250
25 Sri Devaraj URS Medical College, Kolar Kolar Sri Devaraj URS Academy of Higher Education Trust 1986 200
26 K V G Medical College, Sullia Sullia RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1999 150
27 Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum Belgaum KLE Academy of Higher Education Trust 1963 250
28 Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellur Bellur RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1985 250
29 Father Mullers Medical College, Mangalore Mangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1999 150
30 JGMM Medical College, Hubli Hubli KLE Academy of Higher Education Trust 2021 200
31 Sri Madhusudan Sai Inst of Medical Sciences, Chikballapur Chikballapur Sri Sathya Sai University Trust 2023 50
32 Dr Chandramma Dayananda Sagar Inst of Medical Education, Harohalli Hubli Dayananda Sagar University Trust 2020 200
33 Sri Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bangalore Bengaluru Sri Siddhartha Academy Trust 2019 150
34 East Point College of Medical Sciences, Bangalore Bengaluru RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2017 200
35 Akash Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore Bengaluru RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2016 250
36 Kanachur Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalore Mangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2016 200
37 The Oxford Medical College, Bangalore Bangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Society 2014 200
38 Shridevi Institute of Medical Sciences, Tumkur Tumkur RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2013 250
39 BGS Global Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore Bangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2013 150
40 Subbaiah Institute of Medical Sciences, Shimoga Shimoga RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2012 250
41 Srinivas Institute of Medical Research Centre, Mangalore Mangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2011 250
42 Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore Bangalore RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2011 250
43 SDM College of Medical Sciences, Dharwad Dharwad RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2003 150
44 Navodaya Medical College, Raichur Raichur RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2002 200
45 Basaveswara Medical College, Chitradurga Chitradurga RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1999 150
46 Siddaganga Medical College & Research Institute, Tumakuru Tumakuru RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 2022 200
47 Shri B M Patil Medical College, Vijayapura Vijayapura RGUHS, Karnataka Trust 1986 250
48 Farookh Academy of Medical Education Hospital & Research Institute Mysore RGUHS, Karnataka — 2025 100
Total Intake 9,695

Private & Deemed Medical Colleges — Annual Tuition Fees

SL. No College Name Govt (G) Fees Private (P) Fees Other (Q) Fees NRI (N) Fees
1 M.V.J. MEDICAL COLLEGE AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, BANGALORE 153571 1200117 4011950 4011950
2 VYDEHI INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE AND RESEARCH CENTRE, BANGALORE 153571 1200117 4411950 4411950
3 A.J. INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, MANGALORE 153571 1200117 4011950 4011950
4 AL-AMEEN MEDICAL COLLEGE, VIJAYAPUR 153571 1200117 2711950 2711950
5 NAVODAYA MEDICAL COLLEGE, RAICHUR 153571 1200117 2736950 2736950
6 FATHER MULLER INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL EDUCATION, MANGALORE 153571 1200117 3511950 3511950
7 SUBBAIAH INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE, SHIMOGA 153571 1200117 2911950 2911950
8 THE OXFORD MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE 153571 1200117 3611950 3611950
9 AKASH INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, BANGALORE 153571 1200117 3611950 3611950
10 KANACHUR INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, MANGALORE 153571 1200117 3211950 3211950
11 SRI CHAMUNDESHWARI MEDICAL COLLEGE, RAMANAGARA 153571 1200117 3001950 3001950
12 DR. B.R. AMBEDKAR MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE 153571 1200117 3511950 3511950
13 KEMPEGOWDA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, BANGALORE 153571 1200117 4311950 4311950
14 SRI BASAVESHWARA MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHITRADURGA 153571 1200117 3511950 3511950
15 S. NIJALINGAPPA MEDICAL COLLEGE, BAGALKOT 153571 1200117 4011950 4011950
16 MAHADEVAPPA RAMPURE MEDICAL COLLEGE, KALABURGI 153571 1200117 3911950 3911950
17 KVG MEDICAL COLLEGE, SULYA 153571 1200117 3512650 3512650
18 JJMMC, DAVANGERE 153571 1200117 3911950 3911950
19 SS INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE, DAVANGERE 153571 1200117 3611950 3611950
20 BGS GLOBAL INSTITUTE, BANGALORE 153571 1200117 4286950 4286950
21 SHRIDEVI MEDICAL COLLEGE, TUMKUR 153571 1200117 3861950 3861950
22 EAST POINT COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, BANGALORE 153571 1200117 3611950 3611950
23 SIDDAGANGA MEDICAL COLLEGE, TUMKURU 153571 1200117 2861950 2861950
24 S R PATIL MEDICAL COLLEGE, BAGALKOT 153571 1200117 3011950 3011950
25 MS RAMAIAH MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE 156621 2515000 4515000 4515000
26 KBN INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, GULBARGA 156621 1629965 3215000 3215000
27 JSS MEDICAL COLLEGE, MYSORE 153571 2195100 3545100 3545100
28 ADICHUNCHANAGIRI MEDICAL COLLEGE, MANDYA 156621 2215000 3415000 3415000
29 SDM MEDICAL COLLEGE, DHARWAD 156621 2015000 3515000 3515000
30 KASTURBA MEDICAL COLLEGE, MANGALORE 153571 1575220 3940000 3940000
31 YENEPOYA MEDICAL COLLEGE, MANGALORE 156621 2300000 3880000 3880000
32 KS HEGDE MEDICAL ACADEMY, MANGALORE 156621 2014500 3019000 3019000
33 SAPTHAGIRI INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE, BANGALORE 182371 2240750 4540750 4540750
34 SRINIVASA MEDICAL COLLEGE, MANGALORE 166621 2225000 2825000 2825000
35 DAYANANDA SAGAR MEDICAL COLLEGE, KANAKAPURA 156621 2215000 3815000 3815000
36 MOORUSAVIRMATH MEDICAL COLLEGE, DHARWAD 609084 1920000 4095000 4095000
37 MADHUSUDAN SAI MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHIKKABALLAPURA 141621 2200000 4500000 4500000
38 PES MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE 156621 2215000 3915000 3915000
39 BGS MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE 156621 2215000 3515000 3515000
40 KASTURBA MEDICAL COLLEGE, MANIPAL NA 1575220 3940000 3940000
41 RAJA RAJESWARI MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE NA 2450000 360000 360000
42 SHRI B M PATIL MEDICAL COLLEGE, VIJAYPURA NA 1915000 2865000 2865000
43 SHRI DEVARAJ URS MEDICAL COLLEGE, KOLAR NA 1940000 4140000 4140000
44 SHRI SIDHARTHA MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE NA 1930000 4500000 4500000
45 SHRI SIDHARTHA MEDICAL COLLEGE, TUMKUR NA 1930000 4500000 4500000
46 ST. JOHN’S MEDICAL COLLEGE, BANGALORE NA 810535 NA NA
47 FAROOKH ACADEMY OF MEDICAL EDUCATION, MYSORE 153571 1200117 3011950 3011950
48 JAWAHAR LAL NEHRU MEDICAL COLLEGE, BELAGAVI NA 1830000 4095000 4095000

Admission & Counselling Mechanism

  • NEET-UG 2025: Mandatory for MBBS admissions across government, private, and deemed colleges.
  • Registration with KEA: Students must register with the Karnataka Examination Authority for state quota counselling.
  • Document Verification & Eligibility Check: Verification of academic records, identity, domicile, etc.
  • Choice Filling & Seat Allotment: Candidates list preferred colleges; seat allotment follows NEET rank, reservation, and availability.
  • Acceptance & Reporting: Selected aspirants pay the admission fees and report to the allotted college to complete formalities.
  • AIQ Seats: 15% of government college seats are allotted via MCC, separate from state counselling.

Eligibility Criteria for MBBS in Karnataka

Criteria Requirement
Academic Qualification 10+2 / equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology / Biotechnology
Minimum Marks 50% in PCB (for general category), lower for reserved categories
Entrance Exam Must have qualified NEET-UG 2025
Age Minimum 17 years by December 31 of the NEET Appearing Year
Domicile / State Requirement For state quota seats, Karnataka domicile or residency rules may apply

Important Dates & Cutoff Trends

  • Registration for state counselling typically opens shortly after NEET results declaration.
  • Seat allotment rounds (1, 2, 3, mop-up) follow strict schedules set by KEA.
  • Cutoff ranks vary by category, college, and year. For premier government colleges, NEET scores must be very high in the general category.
  • Private colleges’ cutoff and fees also depend heavily on demand, facilities, and management.

FAQs — MBBS in Karnataka

  • Do I need to take NEET for MBBS in Karnataka?

    Yes, qualifying NEET-UG is mandatory for all MBBS admissions in Karnataka.

  • How are MBBS seats allotted in Karnataka?

    Seats are allotted under state quota via KEA counselling, and All India Quota (15%) via MCC for government colleges. Private colleges also allot under management / NRI quotas.

  • Are government college MBBS fees in Karnataka very low?

    Yes — government medical colleges in Karnataka have relatively low tuition fees, making them highly economical compared to private institutions.

  • Can non-Karnataka students apply for MBBS in Karnataka?

    Yes — through All India Quota (AIQ) seats for government colleges, and in private / management quotas if allowed by institutional rules.

  • What documents are needed for MBBS counselling?

    Typically: NEET scorecard, class 10/12 mark sheets, identity proof, domicile/residence certificate, category certificate (if applicable), passport-size photographs, and allotment letter.

  • How much can MBBS fees in private colleges go up to?

    In private and deemed colleges, fees under management / NRI quotas may reach ₹ 28 lakhs + annually or equivalent in USD, depending on the institution’s infrastructure and reputation.

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