S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot

Karnataka - Bagalkot,
Private

General Information

The S. Nijalingappa Medical College (SNMC) & HSK Hospital & Research Centre is a prominent Private Medical College located in Bagalkot, Karnataka. Established in 2002 under the S. Nijalingappa Medical College Trust, SNMC is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. It is highly regarded in North Karnataka for its infrastructure and specialized services.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year2002
Institute TypePrivate (Trust-run)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationRajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru
LocationNavanagar, Bagalkot, Karnataka
Annual MBBS Intake250 seats (Increased from 150)
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD/MS (21+ specialties), and Super Specialties.
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank, followed by state counseling conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA).

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: Sprawls over a 50-acre integrated campus, housing the college, hospital, and residential blocks.

  • Academic Facilities: Features spacious, Air-Conditioned Lecture Halls (gallery type), fully equipped departmental laboratories and museums, and dedicated seminar rooms.

  • Central Library: A large Central Library with a digital section, a substantial collection of medical books (over 10,000 volumes), and journal subscriptions. It provides a conducive environment for study.

  • Amenities: Provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, a bank/ATM, cafeteria, and extensive Sports Facilities (Cricket ground, Volleyball, Basketball).

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

    • Teaching Hospital: The H.S.K. Hospital & Research Centre is the integrated teaching hospital.

    • Bed Capacity: A large multi-specialty, tertiary care hospital with 1000+ beds (some reports state 1200 beds).

    • Clinical Volume: As a major referral center for Bagalkot, Bijapur, and surrounding districts, the hospital ensures a high daily patient flow for clinical training.

    • Advanced Care: Equipped with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services:

      • ICU: Dedicated Intensive Care Units (ICCU, MICU, SICU) with 60 beds.

      • Super Specialties: Offers services in Cardiology, Nephrology, Urology, Neurosurgery, and Plastic Surgery.

    Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Quota CategoryAnnual Tuition Fee (Approx. INR)Total Course Tuition (4.5 Years Approx.)
    Government Quota (G)₹1,41,621/- to ₹1,54,321/-Approx. ₹6.37 Lakhs to ₹6.94 Lakhs
    Private/Management Quota (P/Q)₹12,00,867/-Approx. ₹54.04 Lakhs
    NRI Quota (N)₹40,12,700/-Approx. ₹1.80 Crore

    City Details

    Hostel & Mess

    • Hostel Policy: Separate, secure Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus. Hostel stay is often mandatory.

    • Accommodation: Rooms are well-furnished, typically double or triple sharing. Both AC and Non-AC rooms are available.

    • Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These are mandatory for residents and typically all-inclusive.

      • Annual Residential Fee (Hostel + Mess): Approx. ₹1,20,000/- to ₹2,00,000/- per year (Varies significantly by AC status).

    Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: Yes, SNMC reserves a dedicated NRI Quota (approx. 38 seats). The fees are the highest and are fixed by the KEA.

  • Admissions: All seats are filled via NEET-UG rank through the KEA counseling process.

  • Service Bond: MBBS students must adhere to the Karnataka state government's mandatory 1-year rural service bond post-internship.

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

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

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