Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS), Bellur, is a premier private medical college located in the Mandya district of Karnataka. It was established in 1986 by the Sri Adichunchanagiri Shikshana Trust, a prominent socio-spiritual organization.
The college is academically affiliated with Adichunchanagiri University (ACU), B.G. Nagara (a State Private University established in 2018 by the same trust). This means AIMS is integrated into the larger university system, leveraging its resources while maintaining its strong clinical and academic focus.
Type: Private Medical College (Constituent of ACU, a Private University)
Affiliation: Adichunchanagiri University (ACU), B.G. Nagara
Recognition: Fully recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)
Established: 1986
Hospital Accreditation: The associated hospital is NABH accredited.
Recognized for 100 seats. Recognized for increase of seats from 100 to 150 when degree granted on or after January, 2018, Permitted for increase of seats 150 to 250 u/s 26(1)(a)(b) & 28(1)(2) of the NMC Act, 2019 for 2022-23. Permitted (1st renewal) and 2nd batch for the Academic Year 2023 - 2024. COR granted for one(01) year for 2022-23 only. Annual renewal permission granted for 250 MBBS seats for AY 2024-25.
AIMS is situated on a large, self-contained campus.
Location: The campus is located at B.G. Nagara, Nagamangala Taluk, Mandya District, Karnataka. It is strategically located on the Bangalore-Mangalore National Highway (NH-75), making it accessible from Bengaluru (around 100-120 km).
Campus Size & Vibe: The campus is vast (over 100 acres). It is an integrated academic and clinical environment, housing the medical college, a large teaching hospital, and extensive residential quarters. The atmosphere is disciplined and centered on healthcare education and rural service.
Infrastructure & Facilities:
Academic Blocks: Dedicated modern blocks for the medical college, featuring air-conditioned lecture theatres and advanced teaching facilities.
Laboratories: Equipped with state-of-the-art labs for all pre-clinical and para-clinical departments (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, etc.) built to NMC standards.
Library: A large Central Library provides access to extensive medical collections and digital resources.
Residential Life: Extensive and separate hostel facilities are provided on campus for boys and girls (UGs and PGs).
Amenities: Shares university amenities, including auditoriums, food courts/canteens, banking facilities (ATM), and comprehensive sports facilities.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
The hospital is the vital core of the institution and is known for serving rural communities.
Flagship Hospital: The Adichunchanagiri Hospital & Research Centre is the constituent teaching hospital, fully integrated with AIMS.
Scale & Services: This is a major multi-super specialty, tertiary care hospital.
Capacity: A massive hospital with 1100+ teaching beds.
Services: Provides comprehensive tertiary care across all major clinical specialties and numerous super-specialties. It features 24x7 Emergency, Trauma, and Critical Care (ICUs), modern Operation Theatres, and advanced Diagnostic facilities.
Educational Engine: The Adichunchanagiri Hospital is the core clinical training ground for MBBS students and postgraduate residents, offering high-volume patient exposure crucial for medical training.
State University Affordability
As a private medical college in Karnataka, fees are substantial and are strictly regulated by the state's Fee Regulating Committee (FRC) and managed through state counselling.
Disclaimer: These are indicative 2024-2025 figures based on the latest KEA/FRC orders for AIMS. Always verify the precise, current fee structure and bond requirements directly from the official KEA prospectus.
Accommodation: Separate hostel blocks are available for male and female students. Accommodation is compulsory for MBBS students.
Amenities: Hostels are well-maintained, equipped with basic furnishings. AC and Non-AC room options are typically available.
Dining: Mess facilities are available for all hostellers.
Cost: Hostel and mess fees are an additional annual expense. Costs are substantial, often ranging from ₹1,20,000 to ₹2,00,000 per year (all-inclusive), depending on AC/Non-AC and sharing.
Getting Admitted (MBBS/MD/MS): Admission is strictly and exclusively based on qualifying ranks in NEET-UG (for MBBS) or NEET-PG (for MD/MS).
State Counselling is Key (Karnataka): Seat allotment for all categories (Govt Quota, Private Quota, Other Quota, and NRI Quota) is handled entirely through the Karnataka State Centralized Counselling Process conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).
Always check the official KEA (kea.kar.nic.in) website for counselling schedules and procedures.
Career Path: As a private medical college, the career path for graduates is well-defined.
Internship: MBBS graduates complete a mandatory 1-year rotatory internship at the Adichunchanagiri Hospital, for which they receive a stipend as per college/NMC norms.
Bond: A course breakage bond may be required.
Post-Graduation: The extensive clinical exposure and the availability of 172 PG seats make graduates competitive for PG seats (via NEET-PG) or immediately employable as Medical Officers.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus