Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences, Koppal

Karnataka - Koppal, India
Private

General Information

The Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) is a Government Medical College established by the Government of Karnataka in Koppal, North Karnataka. Established in 2015, KIMS is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. It provides highly subsidized medical education and essential healthcare services to the North Karnataka region.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year2015
Institute TypeGovernment (Autonomous Institute under GoK)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationRajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru
LocationGangavati Road, Kiddidal Gate, Koppal, Karnataka
Annual MBBS Intake150 seats
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD (12 specialties), MS (3 specialties), and B.Sc. Nursing.
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank via MCC (All India Quota) and KEA (State Quota) counselling.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: The college is built on an approximately 25-acre campus.

  • Academic Facilities: Features modern infrastructure including spacious Lecture Halls (some reports indicate AC in lecture halls), well-equipped departmental laboratories, and an Auditorium (sometimes used for indoor games).

  • Central Library: A substantial Central Library is available, stocked with books and journals, and includes a Digital Library section.

  • Amenities: Facilities include a Gymnasium (newly established in the college block), cafeteria, and sports facilities (volleyball, basketball, table tennis).

  • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The Government District Teaching Hospital, Koppal, is the integrated clinical facility.

  • Bed Capacity: The hospital has a capacity of 450 beds to 750+ beds (a new 450-bed teaching hospital building was recently inaugurated).

  • Clinical Exposure: As the primary government referral hospital, it ensures a high patient load for essential clinical training across specialties like General Medicine, Paediatrics, Surgery, OBG, Orthopaedics, and Psychiatry.

  • Super Specialty Focus: The foundation stone for a super-specialty hospital has been laid next to the campus, promising future development in advanced care.

  • Diagnostics: Equipped with CT Scan, X-ray, Ultrasound, and a well-equipped central laboratory.

  • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Fee Component (MBBS)Total Fees for 5.5 Years (Approx. INR)Per Annum (Approx. INR)
    Total MBBS Fees (Tuition + Misc)₹3.01 Lakhs to ₹4.03 Lakhs₹65,100/- (Annual Tuition Fee)
    MD/MS Tuition Fee₹1.14 Lakhs - ₹3.62 Lakhs (for the 3-year course)Varies significantly by clinical/non-clinical specialty.

    Hostel & Mess

  • Hostel: Separate, secure Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available. Hostel accommodation is generally available/mandatory for students.

  • Accommodation: Rooms are typically shared (3 occupants per room in initial years, often 2 later) and include attached bathrooms, cots, study tables, and wardrobes.

  • Hostel Fees (Annual): Highly affordable.

    • Annual Hostel Rent: Approx. ₹12,000/- to ₹15,000/- per year.

    • Initial Deposit (Refundable): Approx. ₹10,000/-

  • Mess Charges: Mess is typically student-managed on a dividing system. Quality is variable, as often reported in government hostels.

  • Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: NO. Being a Government medical college, KIMS does not have an NRI quota. Admission is strictly through AIQ and State Quota.

  • Service Bond: A 1-year rural service bond is applicable to MBBS graduates as per the mandatory Karnataka state government policy.

    • Penalty for Non-Compliance: A substantial financial penalty of ₹10,00,000/- (Ten Lakhs) is imposed for skipping the bond.

  • Stipend: MBBS interns receive a monthly stipend (reported around ₹30,000/-). PG residents receive a competitive stipend (starting around ₹45,000 per month).

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

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    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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