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KMC Mangalore: Admissions, Cutoff, Courses, Fees

Mangalore, India


Kasturba Medical College - [KMC] ,Mangalore ,Karnataka

Overview

Latest Updates

  • KMC Mangalore Admission 2025 is open for various UG, PG & Diploma courses. The last date to apply online varies from April 20, 2025, to May 30, 2025. 
  • The Manipal Entrance Test (MET) 2025 for Phase-1 (Tentative) will be conducted on April 18 and April 19, 2025.
  • The NEET UG 2025 exam for Kasturba Medical College admission to the MBBS and BDS courses will be conducted on May 4, 2025.
  • The NEET PG 2025 registration window is open for admission to the MD, MS, and PG diploma courses, and the final date to register is May 7, 2025.
  •  The NEET PG 2025 exam will be held on June 15, 2025.


Kasturba Medical College (KMC), located in Manipal, Karnataka, was established in 1953 as India’s first private medical college. It is recognised by the Medical Council of India(MCI), and General Medical Council of Great Britain, and the Malaysian Medical Council. KMC is ranked 33rd by NIRF and holds an A+ grade accreditation by NAAC.

The fee structure for several programs is approximately ₹2.03 lakhs - 1.02 cr, depending on the category. KMC offers popular courses like MBBS, MD, MS, and various super-specialty programs in medical sciences.

Admission to KMC’s programs is primarily through national-level entrance exams like NEET-UG for MBBS and NEET-PG for postgraduate studies. KMC also provides various scholarships and financial aid options through government schemes and institutional support.

KMC has placed students in 2022, and a median salary of ₹8.40 LPA. Top recruiters include Abbott, GSK, Alkem, Dr. Reddy’s, and PharmAce, offering roles in the clinical and research fields.


Quick Highlights

Particulars

Details

Top Recruiters

Abbott, GSK, Eris Life Sciences, Alkem, Bioclinica, Dr Reddy’s

Ranking

33 by NIRF

NAAC accreditation

A+

Fees Range

₹2.03 lakhs - ₹1.02 cr

University Type

Private

Popular Courses

MBBS, MD, MSc, MPhil

Recognition By

  • Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • General Medical Council of Great Britain and the Malaysian Medical Council

Entrance Exams

NEET, NEET PG, MET

Year of Establishment

1953

Application Mode

Online

Scholarship

  • KALAM - PAI, Free Ship and Scholarships
  • Merit Scholarship – PG (MD/MDS) and SS (DM/MCh)


KMC: Ranking

KMC is ranked 33rd in the overall category by NIRF 2024. Different ranking agencies have rated KMC, and different rankings are given below:

Ranking Body

Year

Ranking

NIRF

2024

33

India Today

2024

30

India Today

2023

34

Kasturba Medical College - [KMC] ,Mangalore ,Karnataka

Courses & Fees

KMC provides several undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses in medical and allied health sciences. Popular courses are MBBS, MD, MS, DM, MCh, and several certificate and diploma courses in various specialties. The following table illustrates some of the popular courses with the fee structure:

Courses

Fees

MBBS

₹70.89 lakhs

MD

₹14.65 - 1.02 Cr

MS

₹76.33 lakhs - 85.90 lakhs

MSc

₹2.03 lakhs -16.60 lakhs

Mphil

₹2.52 lakhs

DM

₹49.60 lakhs - 83.59 lakhs

MBBS

1 courses • 5 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Kasturba Medical College - [KMC] ,Mangalore ,Karnataka

Admissions

KMC admits students into the MBBS program through the NEET-UG examination and centralized counseling by MCC. Postgraduate admissions (MD/MS) require NEET-PG, while super-specialty courses need NEET-SS. The following are some of the courses and their eligibility:

Programs/Courses

Eligibility

MBBS

10+2 with 50% + NEET

MSc

Graduation with 50-55% + MET

BSc

10+2 with 35-50 % + MET

BPT

10+2 with 40% + MET

MD

MBBS + NEET PG

MPT

Graduation with 50% + MET


Important Dates

MBBS admissions at KMC for the academic year 2025 have not been announced. The NEET-UG exam is usually held in May, the results of which are declared by June, followed by counseling sessions. Some of the key dates follow below:

Events

Important / Tentative Date

MET 2025 admit card - Phase 2

9 May 2025

MET 2025 Exam Date - Phase 2

12 May 2025

MET 2025 Counselling

June 2025

NEET 2025 Admit Card

1 May 2025

NEET 2025 Exam

4 May 2025

NEET 2025 Result

14 June 2025

NEET 2025 Counselling

Aug 2025 - Nov 2025

NEET PG 2025 registration

17 Apr 2025 - 7 May 2025

NEET PG 2025 exam date

15 June 2025

NEET PG 2025 admit card

11 June 2025 - 15 June 2025

NEET PG 2025 result

15 July 2025

MBBS

1

Courses

5 yrs

Duration

--

Total Seats

--

Tuition Fees

--

Exams

--

Eligibility

FAQs related to Admissions

The MET 2025 Phase 2 exam is scheduled for 12 May 2025.


17th April 2025 is the starting date for registration of NEET PG 2025 till 7 May 2025.


Kasturba Medical College - [KMC] ,Mangalore ,Karnataka

Placements

KMC maintains a placement record, where 161 students were placed in 2022. The median salary of the placements was ₹15.80 LPA. Some of the placement statistics are given below:

Key Metrics

Placement Statistics

No. of students placed

161

Median package

₹15.80 LPA

Kasturba Medical College - [KMC] ,Mangalore ,Karnataka

Scholarships

KMC offers several scholarships, including the Kalam-Pai Scholarship, Freeship Scholarship, and Scholar Scholarship. Merit-based reductions are also available for postgraduate students. Below are some of the scholarships with their eligibility:

Scholarship Name

Details

Eligibility

KALAM - PAI, Free Ship and Scholarships

Offers 100% waiver on program and hostel fees, ₹5,000 monthly stipend, double-attached non-AC hostel. One seat is available per institution for MBBS and BDS.

NEET 2025 Rank 1–500 (MBBS), 1–10,000 (BDS), 80% PCB in 10+2, report in Round 1, not for Govt.. admits, maintain 65% yearly.

Merit Scholarship – PG (MD/MDS) and SS (DM/MCh)

Scholarships are available for MD, MDS, DM, and MCh at KMC/MCODS. Program fee waiver (varied by specialization), first-year fee + ₹10,000 caution deposit paid upfront, refund within 2 months.

Admitted through MCC Counseling (not KEA), rank-based selection. MD (MBBS), MDS (BDS), DM/MCh (MD/DNB) required. Maintain eligibility, pass exams, discipline, and attendance. Fee reimbursed if withdrawn late.

Merit Scholarship – Wards of Indian Military & CAPF Forces

Applicable for GENERAL category students in select UG & PG programs. Fee waiver based on parents' service status, merit-based scholarship, and reimbursement if discontinued before completion.

Parent’s service status (current/retired in military, or laid down life). Academic: 80% in 12th (UG) or 70% in UG (PG). Submit a recommendation letter and documents.

Eligibility includes NEET 2025 Rank 1–500 (MBBS), Rank 1–10,000 (BDS), 80% PCB in 10+2, and the requirement to report in Round 1. You must maintain at least 65% yearly.


You must submit documents confirming your parents' military service status (current/retired or laid down life) and meet academic criteria: 80% in 12th for UG or 70% in UG for PG. A recommendation letter is also required.


Kasturba Medical College - [KMC] ,Mangalore ,Karnataka

Infrastructure

Kasturba Medical College (KMC) Manipal has various infrastructure, comprising 600 acres and one of Asia's largest medical libraries. It is allied with Kasturba Hospital, a 2,032-bed hospital with several medical technologies. The following are some of the facilities:

Facility

Details

Classroom

KMC Mangalore provides cutting-edge CBME curriculum, smart classrooms, Inpods software, and innovative pedagogy.

Museums

Museums at KMC Mangalore add to visual learning through system-wise presentations of normal and abnormal organs.

Library

The air-conditioned library of KMC Mangalore accommodates 800 students, provides 10,000+ books, 350+ journals, e-sources, RFID, and research aids.

Laboratories

KMC Mangalore's NABL-certified labs provide automated, advanced diagnostics with quality assurance.

Simulation Centre

The simulation center at KMC Mangalore applies manikins for realistic medical education, advancing the skills, confidence, and readiness of the students.


KMC: Hostel

KMC provides hostel accommodations to students, ensuring a comfortable living space. The hostels are within the Health Sciences Campus and are run by the Chief Warden. Students enjoy various types of accommodation, ranging from different facilities and price categories. Some of the hostels and fees are listed below:

Hostel type

Fees

Boys Double Seater-AC Attached Bath

₹1,72,000

Boys Double Seater Non-AC Attached Bath

₹1,40,500

Girls Double Seater-AC Attached Bath

₹1,72,000

Girls Double Seater Non-AC Attached Bath 

₹1,40,500

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

KMC Mangalore offers smart classrooms, modern teaching practices, and the Inpods software mapped with the CBME curriculum to provide a holistic medical education experience.


The library of the college provides more than 10,000 books, 350+ journals, and RFID e-resources for ease of use. It offers a well-facilitated area for 800 students to concentrate on studies and research.


KMC Mangalore's museums provide system-wise demonstration of normal and diseased organs, facilitating visual learning and helping students learn various medical conditions in major departments.


Simulation centre of KMC Mangalore offers experience in practical handling through manikins, where the students are facilitated to enhance their practical skills, confidence, and clinical preparedness.