Kasturba Medical College, Manipal (Karnataka)
General Information
Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal: India's Pioneering Deemed Medical College
Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, is India's first self-financing (private) medical college and a premier institution for medical education and research. Established in 1953, it is a constituent college of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence and a Deemed-to-be University. KMC Manipal is consistently ranked among the top 10 medical colleges in India. It is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
General Information (Keywords: KMC Manipal, MAHE Medical College, Deemed University Karnataka)
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment | 1953 |
| Institute Type | Deemed to be University (Constituent college of MAHE) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) |
| Affiliation | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal |
| Location | Manipal, Udupi District, Karnataka |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 250 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS (UG), PG (MD/MS), Super Specialty (DM/MCh), MSc, PhD |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG (for MBBS) or NEET-PG (for MD/MS) scores, followed by centralized counseling for Deemed Universities conducted by the MCC (Medical Counselling Committee). |
Campus Facilities
Campus Size: KMC is part of the sprawling 600-acre MAHE campus, which is a fully-equipped university town.
Academic Facilities: Features state-of-the-art, air-conditioned lecture halls, advanced laboratories, and one of Asia's largest Anatomy & Pathology museums.
Central Library: A massive Health Sciences Library (spread over 1,50,000 sq. ft.) with a 1300+ seating capacity, RFID technology, and extensive access to digital journals and e-books.
Amenities: The campus is fully Wi-Fi enabled and includes a world-class indoor sports complex (Marena), gymnasiums, swimming pools, and multiple food courts.
Hospital & Medical Facilities
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, is the attached teaching hospital, located on campus.
Bed Capacity: A massive 2032-bed tertiary care, multi-specialty hospital. It is one of the largest private hospitals in India, providing a very high volume of clinical cases.
Advanced Care: Equipped with cutting-edge technology for comprehensive care:
Critical Care: Fully equipped ICUs, ICCU, NICU, PICU, and specialized critical care units.
Surgical: A large complex of Operation Theatres for all major surgeries, including robotic surgery, transplants, and complex cardiac procedures.
Diagnostics: Advanced Radiology (MRI, CT Scan), Interventional Radiology, and a NABL-accredited, fully automated laboratory network.
Specialties: Covers all major super-specialties including Cardiology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology (Manipal Cancer Centre), Gastroenterology, and Nephrology.
Fee Structure
State University Affordability
The fee structure is determined by MAHE and is categorized for General (Management) and NRI quotas.
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | General Quota (INR) | NRI Quota (USD) |
| Annual Tuition Fee | ₹17,80,000/- | $ 49,400/- |
| Refundable Security Deposit | ₹10,000/- (One-Time) | $ 200/- (One-Time) |
| Total Course Fee | Approx. ₹70.9 Lakhs (Total for 4.5 years, excluding hostel) | Approx. $ 2,22,300/- (Total for 4.5 years, excluding hostel) |
Hostel & Mess
Hostel: Mandatory residential college for students. MAHE provides separate, secure, and well-maintained Hostel accommodations for Boys and Girls with numerous options.
Rooms: A wide variety of rooms are available, including Non-AC, AC, single, double, and triple sharing rooms with attached or common bathrooms.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual):
Annual Hostel Fee: Highly variable based on room type, ranging from approx. ₹70,000/- to ₹3,18,000/- per year.
Mess Charges: Mess facilities are separate and typically cost approx. ₹50,000/- to ₹60,000/- per year.
Miscellaneous
NRI Seat Quota: *Yes, KMC Manipal has a dedicated *NRI Quota (approx. 37 seats). The annual tuition fee is $ 49,400 USD.
Stipend: MBBS interns receive a monthly stipend of ₹30,000/- during their compulsory one-year internship (as per 2024-25 data).
Service Bond: KMC Manipal, as a Deemed University, does not have a service bond as part of its admission policy.
Note: The Karnataka State Government has previously attempted to impose its state-wide compulsory rural service bond on private & deemed university graduates, a move that was legally contested by students.
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Facilities & Campus Life
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
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