Chamrajanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Karnataka

Karnataka - Chamarajanagar, India
Government

General Information

The Chamarajanagar Institute of Medical Sciences (CIMS) is a Government Medical College located in Chamarajanagar, Karnataka. Established as part of the Karnataka State Government's initiative to improve regional medical education and healthcare, it provides highly subsidized medical education.

ParameterDetail
Institute TypeGovernment Medical College
Establishment Year2016 (Academic session commenced)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationRajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru
LocationChamarajanagar, Karnataka
Annual MBBS Intake150 seats
Courses OfferedMBBS (UG), MD/MS (PG in various specialties).
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank through MCC (All India Quota) and KEA (State Quota) counselling.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: Sprawls over a 42-acre campus, which is integrated with the teaching hospital complex.

  • Academic Facilities: Includes four 100-seat Lecture Halls, demonstration rooms, departmental museums, and well-equipped laboratories.

  • Central Library: Features a central reading room stocked with all essential medical books, Indian, and foreign journals, along with digital access facilities.

  • Amenities: Separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls (capacity to house nearly 600 students), a mess hall, cafeteria, extensive playgrounds, and gymnasium.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The institute is attached to the Government District Hospital/CIMS Teaching Hospital.

  • Bed Capacity: The hospital operates with a capacity of 450 to 500+ beds (with the new facility adding to the bed strength). The total bed strength for the district headquarters is around 750 beds.

  • Advanced Care: Equipped with 9 operation theatres, a 50-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU), a 30-bed emergency unit, a blood bank, and specialized departments like Cardiology, Urology, and Neurology.

  • Clinical Exposure: As the primary tertiary care center for the Chamarajanagar district, the hospital ensures a strong and diverse patient inflow for clinical training.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum)Amount (INR)Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition)
Annual Tuition Fee₹65,100/- (Approx.)Approx. ₹2.93 Lakhs
Total College Fees (Annual)Approx. ₹77,000/- to ₹1,17,450/-Approx. ₹3.46 Lakhs
Hostel & Mess FeesNot included in the tuition fee.Charged separately by the student committee/hostel authority.

Hostel & Mess

  • Hostel: Separate dormitories are available on campus for nearly 600 students (boys and girls). Rooms are furnished with necessities.

  • Mess: A mess hall with a dining facility is available. Mess charges are run on a dividing system (student committee management) and are typically lower than private college rates.

Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: NO. Being a Government medical college, all admissions are purely merit-based through the All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota.

  • MBBS NEET Cutoff (2025 AIQ General Category): The Round 3 closing rank stood at approximately 21,567 (All India Rank). Cutoffs vary significantly by category and quota (State Quota ranks are much lower).

  • Service Bond: MBBS graduates are subject to the Karnataka State Government's mandatory 1-year rural service bond post-internship.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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