Konaseema Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Foundation, Amalapuram

Andhra Pradesh - Amalapuram, India
Government Seats: 150

General Information

Konaseema Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Foundation (KIMS), Amalapuram

Konaseema Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Foundation (KIMS) is a prominent private, non-minority medical college located in Amalapuram, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2005 by the Chaitanya Health & Educational Trust, it has grown into a major super-specialty teaching institution for the Konaseema region.

The college is academically affiliated with Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS), Vijayawada (formerly Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences). This means KIMS follows the curriculum and examination schedule set by the state's public health university (YSRUHS), which awards the final degrees.

Key Recognitions

  • Type: Private (Non-Minority)

  • Affiliation: Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS), Vijayawada

  • Recognition: Fully recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)

  • Accreditation: The institution is ISO 9001:2008 certified.

  • NIRF Ranking: The college has participated in NIRF rankings, placing in the 151-200 band in previous years (2020-2022).

Campus Facilities

The Campus: A 27-Acre Integrated Health City

The college is situated on a spacious, self-contained campus known as "Chaitanya Health City."

  • Location: The campus is located on NH-216, in Amalapuram, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema District, Andhra Pradesh.

  • Campus Size & Vibe: Spread over 27 acres (some sources cite 85 acres for the entire Health City), the campus is serene, green, and well-maintained, providing a focused academic atmosphere.

  • Infrastructure & Facilities:

    • Academic Blocks: Modern academic buildings house all pre-clinical and para-clinical departments.

    • Laboratories: Equipped with state-of-the-art labs for all departments, including a Central Research Lab, as per NMC standards.

    • Library: A large, air-conditioned Central Library with a vast collection of books (20,000+), journals, and a digital library with 40+ computers and access to e-resources (like HELINET). It includes 24/7 reading rooms.

    • Lecture Halls: Features technologically advanced, air-conditioned lecture halls with e-classroom capabilities, allowing for live procedure observation.

    • Residential Life: Separate hostel facilities are provided on campus for boys and girls (UG, PG, and Interns).

    • Amenities: The campus includes a skill lab, auditoriums, canteens, a gymnasium, and sports facilities for indoor/outdoor games.


Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

Healthcare Pillar: KIMS Super Specialty Hospital

The college's identity is built around its large, high-volume teaching hospital.

  • Flagship Hospital: The KIMS Super Specialty Hospital is the constituent teaching hospital, fully integrated with the medical college.

  • Scale & Services: This is a major multi-super specialty, tertiary care referral hospital for the Konaseema region.

    • Capacity: A 1100-bed hospital.

    • Services: Provides comprehensive healthcare services across almost all clinical specialties and super-specialties. It features 24x7 Emergency, Trauma, and Critical Care (ICU, SICU, MICU, PICU, NICU), modern Operation Theatres, advanced Diagnostic facilities (MRI, CT Scan), a licensed Blood Bank, and handles a high volume of OPD/IPD patients.

  • Educational Engine: The KIMS Hospital is the core clinical training ground for MBBS students and postgraduate residents, offering extensive and diverse hands-on clinical exposure essential for medical training.



Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Fee Structure: Regulated by Andhra Pradesh (YSRUHS/APHERMC)

As a private college in Andhra Pradesh, fees are fixed by the state's Fee Regulatory Committee (APHERMC) and managed through state counselling.

Course Area

Category / Quota

Approximate Annual Tuition Fee

MBBS

Category A (Govt. Quota)

~ ₹16,500 (Highly Subsidized)

MBBS

Category B (Management Quota)

~ ₹13,20,000

MBBS

Category C (NRI Quota)

~ ₹30,00,000

MD/MS (Clinical)

Management Quota (Cat-B)

~ ₹9,93,600

MD/MS (Para-Clinical)

Management Quota (Cat-B)

~ ₹3,10,500

MD/MS (Pre-Clinical)

Management Quota (Cat-B)

~ ₹1,40,760

MD/MS (NRI Quota)

NRI Quota (Cat-C)

~ ₹57,50,000 (Clinical) / ~ ₹17,25,000 (Para-Clinical)

Other Charges

All

Hostel, Mess, University Fees (e.g., ~₹25,100), and one-time Security/Admission Fees are extra.

Authoritative Source

All

Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS) & AP State NEET (DME) Counselling Info.

Disclaimer: These are indicative figures. All fees (Cat A, B, C) are strictly governed by the Andhra Pradesh Higher Education Regulatory and Monitoring Commission (APHERMC) and announced annually by Dr. YSRUHS during counselling. Always verify the precise, current fee structure from the official YSRUHS counselling notifications.

Hostel & Mess

Campus Living: Hostel Facilities

  • Accommodation: Separate hostel blocks are available for male and female students (UG and PG).

  • Amenities: Hostels provide basic furnishings (bed, table, chair, cupboard). AC and Non-AC room options are available.

  • Dining: Mess facilities are available for all hostellers.

  • Cost: Hostel and mess fees are an additional annual expense. These costs must be confirmed directly with the college administration as they can vary based on room type and are subject to change.

Miscellaneous

Admissions Process: NEET & State Counselling (AP)

  • Getting Admitted (MBBS/MD/MS): Admission is strictly and exclusively based on qualifying ranks in NEET-UG (for MBBS) or NEET-PG (for MD/MS).

  • State Counselling is Key (Andhra Pradesh): Seat allotment for all categories (Govt. Quota - Cat A, Management Quota - Cat B, NRI Quota - Cat C) is handled entirely by the Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (YSRUHS), which conducts the centralized state counselling for all medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh.

  • Always check the official YSRUHS (uhsap.in) website for counselling schedules and procedures.


Career Pathways & Placements

  • Career Path: As an established private medical college with a large hospital, the career path for graduates is strong.

  • Internship: MBBS graduates complete a mandatory 1-year rotatory internship at the KIMS General Hospital, for which they receive a stipend as per college/NMC norms.

  • Post-Graduation: The extensive clinical exposure and high patient load make graduates competitive for PG seats (via NEET-PG) or immediately employable as Medical Officers. The institute offers 94 of its own PG seats, providing a strong in-house pathway.


Information for NRI / Foreign Nationals

Aspect

Detailed Description

Seat Availability

Yes, KIMS Amalapuram has a designated NRI Quota (Category C) for MBBS seats, which constitutes 15% of the total intake (i.e., 23 seats).

Eligibility

NEET-UG Qualification is Mandatory.


NRI Definition & Documentation: Candidates must be an NRI or be sponsored by an NRI (as defined by YSRUHS/AP Govt. rules). This requires rigorous, authenticated documents (passport, visa/residence permit of NRI/sponsor, embassy certificate, proof of relationship, sponsorship affidavit) as specified during the state counselling registration.

Admission Process

Apply via YSRUHS (AP-NEET) Counselling: NRI candidates seeking MBBS seats must register for the Andhra Pradesh State NEET Counselling conducted by Dr. YSRUHS. They must apply under 'Category C' (NRI Quota) and submit all required documents for verification within the deadline.


Merit-Based Allotment: Seat allotment is based strictly on NEET-UG merit rank among the successfully verified NRI applicants.

Fees

The tuition fees for the NRI Quota are extremely high and fixed by the state's Fee Regulatory Committee.


MBBS (NRI Quota): ~ ₹30,00,000 per year (Check the latest YSRUHS fee notification for the exact amount).

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