Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore

Karnataka - Mangalore, India
Private

General Information

The Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Mangalore, is a premier and highly selective Private Deemed-to-be University medical college in Karnataka. It is a constituent college of the prestigious Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence.

ParameterDetail
Establishment1955 (Became part of MAHE Deemed University in 1993)
Institute TypePrivate Deemed-to-be University (Constituent of MAHE)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
Global RecognitionRecognized by GMC (UK), WHO, Malaysian Medical Council, and ECFMG.
AffiliationManipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
LocationMangalore, Karnataka (Split into Basic Sciences at Bejai and Clinical Campus at Light House Hill Road)
Annual MBBS Intake250 seats
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD/MS (25+ specialties), DM/M.Ch. (Super Specialties), and Ph.D.
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG score, exclusively through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counseling for the Deemed University quota seats.

Campus Facilities

  • Campuses: The academic campus is split, with the main clinical teaching facilities located at Light House Hill Road, providing an urban and well-connected environment. The pre-clinical campus is at Bejai.

  • Academic Facilities: Features modern, Air-Conditioned Lecture Halls, an expansive Health Sciences Library, a Museum of Anatomy and Pathology, and specialized Simulation facilities.

  • Amenities: Provides separate, secure, and modern Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, a large indoor sports complex, gymnasium, and is fully Wi-Fi enabled.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

    • Teaching Hospitals: KMC Mangalore is attached to multiple teaching hospitals, including its own specialized units (KMC Hospital) and major government hospitals like Wenlock District Hospital (a PPP collaboration).

    • Bed Capacity: Utilizes a vast network of beds across its affiliated hospitals, with the total bed capacity available for teaching estimated to be over 1000+.

    • Clinical Focus: Known for providing high-quality, tertiary care to domestic and international patients. Students benefit from exposure to a wide range of cases across a diverse network of affiliated hospitals.

    • Advanced Care: The clinical campus is equipped with modern diagnostic and therapeutic services, including Super Specialty departments.

    Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum)General/Management Quota (INR)NRI Quota (USD)
    Tuition Fee (1st Year)Approx. ₹17,80,000/-$ 37,100
    Tuition Fee (Subsequent Years)Approx. ₹16,48,250/-$ 34,500
    Total Course Tuition (4.5 years)Approx. ₹70.88 LakhsApprox. $1,47,800 USD
    First-Year Mandatory Charges (Approx. INR)Amount (INR)Type
    Caution Deposit (Refundable)₹10,000/-One-Time (Institutional)
    Hostel Deposit (Refundable)₹7,500/- to ₹15,000/-One-Time (Varies by room type)

    Hostel & Mess

  • Hostel: Separate, secure Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus (Bejai New Hostel).

  • Accommodation: Offers various accommodations, including AC and Non-AC rooms (single, double, and triple sharing).

  • Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These are mandatory for residents and typically charged annually.

    • Non-AC Double Sharing (Hostel + Mess): Approx. ₹1,40,500/- per year (Includes Rent and Mess Advance).

    • AC Double Sharing (Hostel + Mess): Approx. ₹1,72,000/- per year (Includes Rent, Mess Advance, and AC Electricity Advance).

    • Miscellaneous

    • NRI Seat Quota: Yes, KMC Mangalore offers a dedicated NRI Quota (approx. 38 seats). The fees are payable in US Dollars, and admission is through MCC counseling.

    • Admissions: All seats are filled via NEET-UG rank through MCC counseling (Deemed University quota).

    • Stipend (Internship): MBBS interns receive a monthly stipend (reported between ₹20,000 to ₹35,000 per month). PG residents receive a competitive stipend.

    • Bond: Students admitted through the Karnataka state quota may be subject to a rural service bond, but those admitted through the MAHE/MCC process are typically exempt from the state bond.

    Collage Images Gallery

    Use College Predictor
    Best Learning

    Find Your Best-Fit Medical College Instantly

    Not sure which college you can get with your NEET rank?

    Use our College Predictor Tool , our experts will instantly suggest the best colleges where you stand a high chance of admission.


    Use College Predictor

    Facilities & Campus Life

    Well-equipped Library

    Experienced Faculty

    Computer Lab

    Sports Activities

    Heritage Campus

    ₹500/Per month

    Special monthly language

    package for everyone

    Get Started Now

    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.

    Why Consult With Us?

    • 15+ years of experience in medical education counseling
    • 5000+ students successfully guided
    • 50+ partner universities worldwide
    • Free initial consultation with no obligation

    Enquiry Now

    Know about your college