The Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) is one of the oldest and most respected Private Medical Colleges in Bangalore, Karnataka. Established in 1980 by the Vokkaligara Sangha, KIMS has a long history of academic and clinical excellence. It is permanently recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS). Its motto, “Always devoted to the service” (SATHATHA SEVA THATHPARATHE), reflects its mission.
Academic Campus: The main academic campus (Pre-Clinical/Para-Clinical) is located in Banashankari 2nd Stage. A magnificent college building marks the institute's centenary and silver jubilee celebrations.
Clinical Campus: The KIMS Hospital (Clinical Departments) is located about 4 km away, near City Market, in the heart of Bangalore.
Facilities: The campus includes a well-stocked Central Library, multiple lecture halls, advanced labs, and dedicated student hostels.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The KIMS Hospital & Research Centre is a tertiary care hospital.
Bed Capacity: A large multi-specialty hospital with 1100 to 1326 beds (including 800 teaching beds).
Clinical Volume: The hospital is located in a densely populated area and attracts a high patient flow (over 2000 daily OPD patients reported), ensuring massive clinical exposure.
Advanced Facilities: Equipped with a CATH Lab (KIMS Heart Center), specialized ICU units (ICU, ICCU, NICU, PICU), and diagnostic facilities including CT and MRI services.
Super Specialties: Offers services in Cardiology, Neuro Surgery, Urology, Plastic Surgery, and Gastro-enterology.
State University Affordability
Fees in Karnataka are regulated by the state government and KEA, categorized into three distinct fee slabs based on the quota.
Note: The "Government Fee" seats are highly subsidized and available only to Karnataka Domicile students with high NEET scores.
Hostel Policy: Hostel stay is generally compulsory, especially for students from outside Bangalore.
Hostel: Separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available.
Rooms: Furnished accommodation, including twin-sharing rooms.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These charges are mandatory for residents and typically all-inclusive.
Annual Fee (Hostel + Mess): Approx. ₹1,20,000/- to ₹1,65,000/- per year.
NRI Seat Quota: Yes, KIMS reserves a dedicated NRI Quota (approx. 15% of seats, around 38 seats). The fees are high and payable in Indian Rupees or USD equivalent, fixed by the KEA.
Admissions: All seats are filled via NEET-UG rank through the KEA (Karnataka Examination Authority) counseling process.
Bond & Penalty (MBBS): MBBS students must complete a 1-year compulsory rural service bond or pay a penalty (e.g., ₹10,00,000/-) for non-compliance, as per Karnataka state rules.
Stipend (PG): MD/MS residents receive a monthly stipend (starting around ₹45,000 to ₹60,000 per month).
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus