Chikkamagaluru Institute of Medical Sciences, Chikkamagaluru

Karnataka - Chikkamagaluru, India
Government

General Information

The Chikkamagaluru Institute of Medical Sciences (CIMS) is a Government Medical College located in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka. Established relatively recently by the Government of Karnataka to expand medical education access and improve healthcare services in the Malnad region, CIMS is a highly subsidized institution.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year2021 (Academic session commenced, also reported as 2022)
Institute TypeGovernment (Autonomous Institution under Government of Karnataka - GoK)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationRajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru
LocationAralaguppe Mallegowda Jille Aspatre Premises, Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka
Annual MBBS Intake150 seats
Courses OfferedMBBS (UG), B.Sc. Nursing, and Allied Health Science courses.
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG score, followed by counseling conducted by the KEA (State Quota) and MCC (All India Quota).

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Layout: The institute operates from an integrated campus shared with the district hospital.

  • Academic Facilities: Features modern infrastructure, including spacious Lecture Halls, well-equipped departmental laboratories (Anatomy, Physiology, etc.), and a substantial Central Library with digital resources.

  • Amenities: The institute provides separate Hostel accommodations for both Boys and Girls within the campus premises. There are also dedicated areas for indoor and outdoor games.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Campus Layout: The institute operates from an integrated campus shared with the district hospital.

  • Academic Facilities: Features modern infrastructure, including spacious Lecture Halls, well-equipped departmental laboratories (Anatomy, Physiology, etc.), and a substantial Central Library with digital resources.

  • Amenities: The institute provides separate Hostel accommodations for both Boys and Girls within the campus premises. There are also dedicated areas for indoor and outdoor games.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum)Amount (INR)Type
    Annual Tuition Fee (Govt. Quota)₹65,100/- to ₹70,470/- (Approx.)Annual (Highly Subsidized)
    Caution Money (Refundable)₹4,000/- (Approx.)One-Time
    Total Annual FeeApprox. ₹73,000/- to ₹79,100/- (Excluding Hostel/Mess)Highly Subsidized.

    Hostel & Mess

    • Hostel: Separate Hostel accommodations for Boys and Girls are available on campus. Rooms are furnished with essential items.

    • Mess: A mess hall with dining facilities is available. Mess charges are run on a dividing system (student committee management) and are typically very affordable.

    Miscellaneous

     

  • NRI Seat Quota: NO. Being a Government medical college, CIMS does not have an NRI quota. Admission is strictly based on merit through AIQ and State Quota.

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

    • Penalty for Non-Compliance: A financial penalty of ₹10,00,000/- (Ten Lakhs) is imposed if the service bond is skipped.

  • Stipend: MBBS interns receive a monthly stipend (reported around ₹30,000/-).

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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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