The Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, is a flagship Private Deemed-to-be University medical college, recognized as one of India's most prestigious institutions. Established in 1953, it holds the distinction of being the country's first self-financing medical college. KMC Manipal is a constituent college of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE).
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment Year | 1953 |
| Institute Type | Private Deemed-to-be University (Constituent of MAHE) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) Approved; Globally Recognized (GMC-UK, ECFMG, etc.) |
| Affiliation | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) |
| Location | Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 250 seats |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG rank, exclusively through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counseling for the Deemed University quota seats. |
Campus Size: Part of the vast 600-acre MAHE Health Sciences campus, functioning as a self-contained, high-tech township.
Academic Facilities: Features modern, Air-Conditioned Lecture Halls, advanced Simulation & Skill Labs, and extensive departmental Laboratories.
Central Library: The Health Sciences Library is massive, spanning over 1.5 lakh square feet, offering 24x7 access to a huge collection of digital resources and books.
Amenities: The campus is fully Wi-Fi enabled and provides comprehensive amenities, including an international-level indoor sports complex, swimming pool, and multiple food courts.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The Kasturba Hospital (KH), Manipal, is the integrated, apex teaching hospital.
Bed Capacity: A colossal multi-super specialty hospital with 2,032 beds.
Clinical Volume: KH sees an average of 3,000 outpatients daily, providing unmatched clinical exposure to a diverse patient load, including international patients.
Advanced Care: Equipped with state-of-the-art Robotic Surgery facilities, advanced ICU complexes, a Cath Lab, and comprehensive Super Specialties (Oncology, Cardiology, Neurosurgery, etc.).
State University Affordability
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | General/Management Quota (INR) | NRI Quota (USD) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (Approx.) | ₹17,80,000/- to ₹17,90,000/- | $ 49,400 |
| Total Course Tuition (4.5 years) | Approx. ₹70.9 Lakhs | Approx. $2,22,300 USD |
| Total Academic Fees (5.5 Years) | Approx. ₹73.72 Lakhs | Excluding Residential Fees. |
Hostel Policy: Hostel stay is mandatory for first-year undergraduate students.
Accommodation: Offers a variety of options: Single (AC/Non-AC), Double (AC/Non-AC), typically with attached washrooms.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These are mandatory.
Annual Residential Cost (Non-AC Double): Approx. ₹1,26,000/- per year (Includes Rent and Mandatory Mess Advance).
Premium AC Rooms: Can cost up to ₹2,00,000+ per year (excluding mess).
NRI Seat Quota: Yes, KMC Manipal reserves a dedicated NRI Quota (approx. 38 seats). The fees are payable in US Dollars.
PG Stipend: MD/MS residents receive a highly competitive stipend (starting around ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 per month).
NEET Cutoff: The closing rank for the Management Quota is highly competitive (e.g., closing rank around 36,000 AIR in recent rounds).
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
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