Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences,Shimoga

Karnataka - Shimoga, India
Private

General Information

The Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS) is a prominent Government Medical College located in Shivamogga (Shimoga), Karnataka. Established in 2005, SIMS is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. It is a highly competitive choice due to its excellent infrastructure and low fee structure.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: The integrated campus spans approximately 25 acres, housing the college, teaching hospital, and residential blocks.

  • Academic Facilities: Features spacious, modern Lecture Halls with Smart Classroom capabilities, well-equipped departmental Laboratories, and an organized Central Library.

  • Central Library: The library provides extensive medical books and journals, and has a dedicated Digital Library section with HELINET access (for online resources). It provides a peaceful environment for focused study.

  • Amenities: The campus provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, a well-equipped Gymnasium, and dedicated areas for indoor and outdoor sports. The entire campus is Wi-Fi enabled.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The institute is attached to the McGann Teaching District Hospital and the Sri Jayachamarajendra Institute of Indian Medicine (for integrated medicine).

  • Bed Capacity: The McGann Hospital is a massive government facility with 900 to 1100+ teaching beds (reports vary, with 900+ being the official number).

  • Clinical Volume: As the primary tertiary care center for the entire Malnad region (Shimoga, Chitradurga, Davangere), it ensures an exceptionally high and diverse patient load—a major strength for clinical training.

  • Advanced Care: The hospital features modern Operation Theatres (OTs) and comprehensive critical care units, including ICU, ICCU, and NICU/PICU.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum)Amount (INR)Total Course Fee (4.5 years tuition)
    Annual Tuition Fee (Govt. Quota)₹65,100/- to ₹70,470/-Approx. ₹2.93 Lakhs to ₹3.17 Lakhs
    Total Annual Fee (Excluding Hostel/Mess)Approx. ₹73,000/- to ₹93,950/-Includes University fees, deposits, etc.

    Hostel & Mess

    • Hostel: Separate, secure Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on campus. Hostel stay is mandatory for non-local students.

    • Accommodation: Rooms are furnished and typically shared (triple or quad sharing).

    • Hostel Fees (Annual): Highly affordable.

      • Room Rent (Yearly): Approx. ₹12,000/- to ₹20,000/- per year.

    • Mess Charges: Mess is run by a student committee on a dividing system.

      • Monthly Mess Charges: Approx. ₹3,500 – ₹5,000/month.

    Miscellaneous

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

  • MBBS NEET Cutoff (2024 AIQ General Category): The Round 3 closing rank was approximately 15,800 (All India Rank), indicating 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 ₹10,000,00/- (Ten Lakhs) is imposed for skipping the bond.

  • Stipend: MBBS interns receive a competitive monthly stipend (reported around ₹30,000/-).

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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.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    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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