The K.V.G. Medical College & Hospital (KVGMC&H), located in Sullia, is a well-established Private Medical College in the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka. Established in 1999/2002 under the Academy of Liberal Education (R) Trust, KVGMC&H is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru.
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment | 1999/2002 |
| Institute Type | Private (Trust-run by Academy of Liberal Education) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved |
| Affiliation | Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru |
| Location | Kurunjibhag, Court Road, Sullia, Karnataka (Approx. 71 km from Mangalore) |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 100 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (19+ specialties, including Radio Diagnosis and Orthopaedics). |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG score, followed by state counseling conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA). |
Campus Size: The college is part of a vast KVG educational campus that includes 14 institutions. The medical campus is far from city life, situated amidst the nature of the Western Ghats.
Academic Blocks: The campus is unitary, with the College building (208,915 sq. mt.) and Hospital building (78,892 sq. mt.) housed separately.
Academic Facilities: Features Air-conditioned Gallery Classrooms, demonstration rooms, a Skill Lab, Examination Halls (one with 1200 capacity), and Departmental Museums.
Central Library: A well-equipped Air-conditioned Central Library (1600 sq. m) with reading rooms for both students and staff.
Recreational: Provides Playgrounds for outdoor games (Cricket, Volleyball, Basketball) and indoor games facilities, including a Gymnasium.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The KVG Medical College & Hospital is the integrated multi-specialty teaching hospital.
Bed Capacity: The hospital operates with 682 teaching beds.
Clinical Volume: Student reviews suggest the patient inflow requires enhancement, though the hospital is adequately rated and provides essential services.
OPD Timings: Outpatient services run from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with specialty clinics from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Advanced Care: Offers comprehensive services across all major specialties, including Psychiatry, Orthopaedics, and Radio-Diagnosis.
State University Affordability
| Quota Category | Annual Tuition Fee (Approx. INR) | Total Course Tuition (4.5 Years Approx.) |
| Government Quota (G) | ₹1,54,321/- | Approx. ₹6.94 Lakhs |
| Private Quota (P) | ₹12,00,117/- | Approx. ₹54.00 Lakhs |
| NRI Quota (N) | ₹35,12,650/- | Approx. ₹1.58 Crore |
Hostel Policy: Hostel stay is compulsory for students, and management rules prohibit renting separate private accommodations. Students must reside in the college hostel or with a guardian.
Hostel: Separate blocks for Boys (Nalanda, Valmiki, Amarashree) and Girls (Payashwini, Kaveri) are provided, with Wi-Fi connectivity and 24/7 power supply.
Rooms: Available in 2-sharing and 3-sharing configurations, with both attached and non-attached bathrooms.
Hostel Fees (Annual): The residential cost is substantial and is typically charged as an all-inclusive annual fee.
Annual Residential Fee (Approx.): Around ₹2,00,000/- per year (Rent and Mess included, as per student reports).
Mess: Separate mess facilities are available for boys and girls. Mess food quality is noted as variable in student reviews.
NRI Seat Quota: Yes, KVGMC&H offers an NRI Quota (approx. 15 seats). The fees are high and fixed by the KEA.
Admission: All seats are filled via NEET-UG rank through the KEA counseling process.
MBBS NEET Cutoff (2025 State Quota): The closing rank for the General Merit (GM) category was approximately 74,462 (State Rank) in a recent round.
Service Bond: MBBS students must adhere to the Karnataka state government's 1-year compulsory rural service bond or pay the penalty.
Stipend: Students receive a stipend during the 1-year compulsory rotating internship.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus