The Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) is a prominent Government Medical College located in Kalaburagi (formerly Gulbarga), Karnataka. Established in 2015 by the Government of Karnataka under an autonomous status, GIMS is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. It plays a vital role in providing highly subsidized medical education and healthcare services to the Kalyan Karnataka region (formerly Hyderabad-Karnataka).
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment | 2015 (First batch LOP in 2015) |
| Institute Type | Government (Autonomous Institute under GoK) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved |
| Affiliation | Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru |
| Location | Veeresh Nagar, Sedam Road, Kalaburagi, Karnataka |
| Campus Size | Approximately 32 acres (Integrated Campus) |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 150 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (66 seats across 17+ specialties). |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG score, followed by counseling conducted by the KEA (State Quota) and MCC (All India Quota). |
Campus Layout: The college, hospital, and hostels are integrated onto the campus. Buildings are noted as relatively new and well-maintained.
Academic Facilities: Includes spacious Lecture Halls (designed to accommodate 150 students), advanced departmental laboratories, and specialized facilities for clinical training.
Central Library: A well-stocked Central Library with a digital section, computer access, and extensive reading halls (seating capacity for 250+ students).
Amenities: The campus has a dedicated Sports Ground for inter-college competitions, a canteen/cafeteria, and is generally described as clean and hygienic.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The Government District Teaching Hospital, Kalaburagi, is the attached multi-specialty facility.
Bed Capacity: A large government healthcare center with a capacity of 750 to 857+ beds, ensuring sufficient clinical exposure.
Clinical Volume: Attracts a high patient load (reported daily average OPD of 1200+), which is vital for hands-on clinical training.
Facilities: Equipped with a Regional Diagnostic Laboratory, Dialysis Unit, Blood Bank, X-Ray, Burns Ward, ART Centre, and specialized ICU and Emergency units.
State University Affordability
| Fee Component (MBBS) | Government Quota (Per Annum) | Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition) |
| Annual Tuition Fee | ₹64,350/- to ₹65,100/- | Approx. ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹3.03 Lakhs |
| Total Annual Fee (Excluding Hostel/Mess) | Approx. ₹71,750/- to ₹93,950/- | Includes University fees, deposits, etc. |
Hostel: Separate, newly built Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available just behind the college building. Flats for doctors/residents are also on the premises.
Accommodation: Offers both 2-seater and 3-seater room options. Rooms are generally spacious and clean, often with attached washroom facilities.
Hostel Fees (Annual): Highly affordable.
Room Rent (Yearly): Around ₹8,400/- to ₹20,000/- per year.
Mess Charges: Mess is managed separately by students/contractors.
Monthly Mess Charges: Approx. ₹2,850/- to ₹3,700/- per month.
NRI Seat Quota: NO. Being a Government medical college, GIMS does not have an NRI quota. Admission is strictly through All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota.
Service Bond: A 1-year rural service bond is applicable to MBBS graduates as per the mandatory Karnataka state government policy.
Penalty for Non-Compliance: A financial penalty of ₹10,00,000/- (Ten Lakhs) is imposed for skipping the bond.
Stipend: MBBS interns receive a monthly stipend (reported around ₹25,000 to ₹30,000/-). PG residents receive a competitive stipend (starting around ₹45,000/- per month).
Hyderabad-Karnataka Quota: GIMS reserves a significant portion of its state seats for candidates under the Hyderabad-Karnataka (371(J)) Quota, making admission easier for eligible local students.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus