Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research

Karnataka - Chikkaballapura,
Private

General Information

The Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (SMSIMSR) is a highly distinctive Private (Charitable/Trust-run) Medical College located in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka. Established in 2023, it is widely recognized for its unique model of providing education and healthcare completely free of cost. It is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Sri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence, Kalaburagi.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year2023 (First batch admitted)
Institute TypePrivate (Charitable) - Education Provided Absolutely Free
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationSri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence, Kalaburagi
LocationMuddenahalli, Chikkaballapura District, Karnataka (Near Bengaluru)
Annual MBBS Intake50 seats
Courses OfferedMBBS (UG - Currently, with future PG plans)
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank. Admissions are based on merit and specific interviews/screening conducted by the institution, not through Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) counseling.

Campus Facilities

The Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (SMSIMSR) is built on a serene and expansive campus in Muddenahalli, designed to foster a focused and ethical learning environment for its students.

  • Campus Layout: The institute is part of the larger Sri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence campus, characterized by modern, well-maintained buildings and lush, green grounds. The design emphasizes a peaceful, focused atmosphere.

  • Academic Facilities: Features spacious, well-equipped Lecture Halls and demonstration rooms that facilitate the latest teaching methodologies.

  • Laboratories: The institute maintains modern, well-equipped departmental laboratories for all pre-clinical and para-clinical subjects, ensuring comprehensive hands-on training.

  • Central Library: A substantial Central Library is available, stocked with an ample collection of medical books, journals, and educational resources essential for MBBS studies.

  • Holistic Focus: The campus infrastructure supports the institution's philosophy of education, which is heavily focused on ethical values and character building alongside academic rigor.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The institute is attached to the Sri Sathya Sai Sarala Memorial Hospital (formerly Sri Sathya Sai Loka Seva Trust Hospital).

  • Bed Capacity: A multi-specialty hospital facility with 300+ beds (sanctioned capacity) and future plans for expansion, ensuring compliance with NMC norms for clinical exposure.

  • Clinical Focus: The hospital provides entirely free healthcare services to patients, operating under a high-volume charitable model. This ensures a vast and diverse patient load for student training.

  • Services: Offers services in General Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, OBG, and specialized care.

  • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

  • Tuition Fee: ₹0 (ZERO). The institution does not charge tuition fees for the entire 4.5-year MBBS course.

  • Hostel Fee: ₹0 (ZERO). Students are provided with free accommodation and food (boarding and lodging).

  • Financial Commitment: Students are generally required to sign an undertaking confirming their commitment to the institution's service-oriented values, but there is no financial fee or bond payable for the education.

  • Selection: Candidates are chosen not just on NEET merit but also on a detailed screening process to assess their commitment to the "free of cost" educational model and service orientation.

  • City Details

    Hostel & Mess

    • Hostel Policy: Hostel stay and mess are compulsory and provided free of cost.

    • Accommodation: Separate, secure Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on the campus.

    • Mess: Hygienic, nutritious, pure vegetarian mess services are provided free of charge to all students and staff.

    • Stipend: Details regarding the internship stipend are handled as per the institutional policy and are competitive with other private trusts.

    • Unique Feature: This college represents one of the few models in India offering medical education totally free of cost to students, placing a high value on service and academic commitment over financial payment.

    Miscellaneous

    The miscellaneous and residential aspects of SMSIMSR are defined by its unique free-fee, mandatory residential model.

    • Fee Model (Zero Fee): The most significant miscellaneous detail is that the institution does not charge any tuition fees, hostel fees, or mess fees for the entire 5.5-year MBBS program. The entire cost is borne by the Sri Madhusudan Sai Trust.

    • Hostel & Residential Policy: Hostel stay and mess are compulsory for all students and are provided free of cost on the campus. This ensures adherence to the institutional values and schedule.

    • Mess/Food: The mess facility provides hygienic, nutritious, and pure vegetarian food to all students and staff, which is mandatory under the trust's principles.

    • Admission: Admission is based on NEET-UG merit, followed by a screening process (including an interview) designed to assess the candidate's alignment with the institute's service-oriented philosophy.

    • Service Commitment: Students are generally required to sign an undertaking to uphold the values and dedication to service taught by the institution. There are no financial bonds for tuition, but the ethical commitment to service is paramount.

    • Stipend: Details regarding the specific monthly stipend for the Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI) are handled as per the current institutional policy, which aims to be competitive with other private charitable trusts.

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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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