The Mysore Medical College and Research Institute (MMCRI), formerly known as Mysore Medical College (MMC), is one of the oldest and most prestigious Government Medical Colleges in India. Founded in 1924 by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV, it was the first medical college established in the erstwhile Kingdom of Mysore. MMCRI is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru.
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment Year | 1924 (Seventh oldest in India) |
| Institute Type | Government (Autonomous Institute under GoK) |
| Location | Irwin Road, Mysuru (Adjacent to Mysuru City Railway Station) |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 250 seats |
| PG/SS Courses | MD/MS (15+ specialties), M.Ch. (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG rank via MCC (All India Quota) and KEA (State Quota) counselling. |
Campus Size: The college complex spans approximately 43 acres (some reports state 160 acres for the combined facilities). The main college building was constructed in 1930.
Academic Facilities: Includes spacious, modern Lecture Halls with A/V aids, well-equipped Laboratories with sophisticated equipment, and departmental museums.
Central Library: A comprehensive library with thousands of volumes and dozens of periodicals, providing access to online databases and e-journals.
Amenities: Features an Auditorium, Gymnasium, Cafeteria, Computer Labs, and extensive facilities for extracurricular activities (debating, singing, sports).
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospitals: MMCRI is attached to two major government hospitals, ensuring massive clinical exposure:
Krishna Rajendra Hospital (K.R. Hospital): General Hospital for men and trauma care. (Started as a 100-bedded hospital).
Cheluvamba Hospital: Specialized Women's and Children's Hospital (Built in 1880).
Total Bed Capacity: The combined hospital network provides well over 1,000 beds.
Clinical Volume: As a primary government referral center for a huge part of Southern Karnataka, the hospital network ensures an exceptionally high and diverse patient load for robust clinical training.
Advanced Care: Facilities include a multi-storeyed OPD building with an ultra-modern, air-conditioned ICCU (added in 1998) and specialized wards.
State University Affordability
| Fee Component (MBBS) | Annual Fee (Approx. INR) | Total Tuition Fee (4.5 years) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (Govt. Quota) | ₹67,050/- to ₹72,050/- | Approx. ₹2.69 Lakhs to ₹3.6 Lakhs |
| Total Fees (5.5 years) | Approx. ₹5.4 Lakhs | Includes tuition, hostel, and mess components in some calculations. |
| MD/MS Tuition Fee (Per 3-year course) | ₹1.17 Lakhs - ₹3.42 Lakhs | Varies by clinical/non-clinical specialty. |
Hostel: Separate, secure Hostel facilities for Boys (590 capacity) and Girls (285 capacity) are available.
Hostel Fees (Annual): Highly subsidized.
Hostel Rent (Yearly): Approx. ₹12,000/- to ₹36,000/- per year.
Mess Charges: Mess is often included in the yearly fee structure or charged monthly on a dividing basis.
Monthly Mess Bill: Approx. ₹4,500 per month.
Note: Food quality is generally reported as adequate.
NRI Seat Quota: NO. Being a Government medical college, MMCRI does not have an NRI quota. Admission is strictly based on merit through AIQ and State Quota.
MBBS NEET Cutoff (2024 Final Round AIQ General Category): The closing rank was approximately 15,709 (All India Rank), reflecting extremely high demand.
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 financial penalty of ₹10,00,000/- (Ten Lakhs) is imposed for skipping the bond.
Stipend: MBBS interns receive a competitive monthly stipend (reported around ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 per month).
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus