The Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, is an institution of immense prestige, consistently ranked among the top 10 medical colleges in India. Established in 1953, it holds the unique distinction of being the country's first self-financing medical college. KMC Manipal is a flagship constituent college of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), a NAAC A++ Grade Deemed-to-be University.
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment | 1953 |
| Institute Type | Private Deemed-to-be University (Constituent of MAHE) |
| Ranking (NIRF) | Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Medical Colleges in India. |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved |
| Global Recognition | Recognized by GMC (UK), WHO, Malaysian Medical Council, and ECFMG. |
| Affiliation | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) |
| Location | Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 250 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (25+ specialties), DM/M.Ch. (Super Specialties), and Ph.D. |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG score, exclusively through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counseling for the Deemed University quota seats. |
KMC is located within the vast 600-acre MAHE Health Sciences campus, offering a self-contained, international-standard environment.
Academic Excellence: Features modern, Air-Conditioned Lecture Halls equipped with digital boards, A/V systems, and centralized A/C.
Library: The Health Sciences Library is vast, spanning over 1.5 lakh square feet. It holds over 60,000 books and 400 national/international journals and operates 24x7 with digital access to clinical databases.
Labs & Research: Maintains advanced departmental labs, a Museum of Anatomy and Pathology, and state-of-the-art Simulation & Skill Labs for modern training.
Amenities: The campus offers comprehensive facilities, including multiple food courts, banks, post offices, and is entirely Wi-Fi enabled. Students have access to an international-level indoor multi-purpose sports complex and a gymnasium.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The Kasturba Hospital (KH), Manipal, is the integrated, apex teaching hospital.
Bed Capacity: KH is one of the largest private healthcare centers in India, with 2032 beds.
Clinical Volume: KH caters to an average of 3,000 outpatients and 200 admissions each day, providing unparalleled clinical exposure to a diverse patient population, including many international patients.
Advanced Care: The hospital is NABH and NABL accredited and equipped for complex procedures like coronary bypass, open-heart surgery, and kidney transplantation. It features two highly equipped Cath Labs and advanced imaging (MRI, CT, PET CT Scan).
Super Specialties: Offers a full spectrum of Super Specialties (DM/M.Ch.) across Cardiology, Neurosurgery, Medical Oncology, and Urology.
State University Affordability
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | General/Management Quota (INR) | NRI Quota (USD) |
| 1st Installment (Tuition & Fees) | ₹17,80,000/- | $ 49,400 |
| Subsequent Annual Installments | Approx. ₹17,70,000/- | $ 49,400 |
| Total Academic Fees (4.5 years) | Approx. ₹70.9 Lakhs | Approx. $2,22,300 USD |
| Mandatory Charges (Approx. INR) | Amount (INR) | Type |
| Caution Deposit | ₹10,000/- | One-Time (Refundable) |
| Total Course Cost (Tuition + Other Fees) | Approx. ₹73.72 Lakhs | Excluding Residential Fees. |
Hostel Policy: Hostel stay is mandatory for first-year undergraduate students.
Hostel: Separate, secure, and modern Hostel facilities (10 for boys, 15 for girls) are available on the Health Sciences campus.
Rooms: Offers a variety of options: Single (AC/Non-AC), Double (AC/Non-AC), typically with attached washrooms.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These are mandatory for residents and vary by accommodation type.
Hostel Facilities Fee (Non-AC Double): Approx. ₹73,000/- per year.
Annual Mess Advance (Mandatory for first two years): Approx. ₹53,000/- per year.
AC Rooms: Can cost up to ₹2,00,000+ per year (excluding mess).
Mess: Messing is mandatory for the first two years, with food provided by MAHE-approved service providers.
NRI Seat Quota: Yes, KMC Manipal reserves a dedicated NRI Quota. 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). The cutoff for the general category is competitive (e.g., Round 3 closing rank around 36,053 for 2024).
Stipend (Internship): MBBS interns receive a competitive monthly stipend (reported between ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 per month).
PG Stipend: MD/MS residents receive a highly competitive stipend (starting around ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 per month).
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
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