Vijaynagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary

Karnataka - Bellary, India
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General Information

The Vijaynagar Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS) is a well-established Government Medical College located in Ballari (Bellary), Karnataka. Established in 1961, VIMS is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. It serves as a major healthcare and educational hub for the Kalyana Karnataka (Hyderabad-Karnataka) region.

ParameterDetail
Establishment Year1961
Institute TypeGovernment (Autonomous Institute under GoK)
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC) Approved
AffiliationRajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru
LocationCantonment, Ballari (Bellary), Karnataka
Annual MBBS Intake200 seats (Includes All India Quota, State Quota, and Hyderabad-Karnataka Quota)
Courses OfferedMBBS, MD/MS (20+ specialties), and DM/M.Ch. (Super Specialties).
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG rank via MCC (All India Quota) and KEA (State Quota) counselling.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: Sprawls over a vast 170-acre campus, which integrates the college, the massive hospital, residential quarters, and academic blocks.

  • Academic Facilities: Features spacious Lecture Halls (gallery type), numerous well-equipped Laboratories (including a Skills Lab), and specialized departmental Museums.

  • Central Library: A large Central Library with vast collections of medical literature, a dedicated Digital Library section with internet access, and spacious reading rooms.

  • Amenities: The campus includes a Gymnasium, Auditorium, Cafeteria, and Sports Grounds for cricket, football, and volleyball. The environment is generally described as self-sufficient and conducive to learning.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

    • Teaching Hospital: The VIMS Teaching Hospital (also known as the Government District Hospital) is a major integrated tertiary care centre.

    • Bed Capacity: A massive government healthcare facility with 1,150 to 1,300+ beds.

    • Clinical Volume: As the primary tertiary referral center for the entire Kalyana Karnataka region and neighboring Andhra Pradesh, VIMS ensures an exceptionally high and diverse patient load (over 2,500 daily OPD patients reported), providing excellent hands-on clinical training.

    • Super Specialties: Offers advanced care in Cardiology, Nephrology, Urology, Neurosurgery, and specialized critical care units (ICUs, 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)₹55,000/- to ₹65,100/-Approx. ₹2.47 Lakhs to ₹2.93 Lakhs
    Total Annual Fee (Excluding Hostel/Mess)Approx. ₹71,750/- to ₹80,000/-Includes University fees, deposits, etc.

    Hostel & Mess

  • Hostel: Separate, established Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls (UG and PG) are available on the vast campus.

  • Accommodation: Rooms are furnished and typically shared.

  • Hostel Fees (Annual): Highly subsidized.

    • Room Rent (Yearly): Approx. ₹9,000/- 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, VIMS 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 stood at approximately 16,050 (All India Rank), reflecting its 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 monthly stipend (reported around ₹30,000/-). PG residents receive a competitive stipend.

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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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