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Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bangalore, is one of the leading medical institutes offering quality medical education and healthcare. Founded in 1980 by the Vokkaligara Sangha, KIMS is associated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka, and is accredited by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The mission of the institute is to create competent healthcare professionals with a solid base in medical science, clinical practice, and research.
KIMS has undergraduate (MBBS) and postgraduate (MD/MS) courses in different specializations of medicine. The courses are designed with an emphasis on theoretical knowledge coupled with practical exposure in the form of hospital training, research, and community health. The college is affiliated to KIMS Hospital, which acts as a teaching hospital and also delivers healthcare to the general population.
With state-of-the-art infrastructure, well-furnished laboratories, computerized classrooms, and a large medical library, KIMS creates a cutting-edge learning environment. The institute also emphasizes research and innovation, with students and faculty members participating in publications and medical conferences. KIMS boasts an excellent placement record and internship in top hospitals and healthcare organizations, providing excellent career prospects for its graduates.
Highlights
Feature |
Details |
Established |
1980 |
Type |
Private |
Affiliation |
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka |
Recognition |
National Medical Commission (NMC), World Health Organization (WHO) |
Courses Offered |
MBBS, MD, MS, Diploma in various specializations |
Admission Procedure
Admissions to KIMS are made on the basis of national-level medical entrance examinations.
Admission Process:
1. Application Process: The candidates need to apply through the official NEET counseling process for UG and PG courses.
2. Entrance Examination:
MBBS: Admission on the basis of NEET-UG scores.
MD/MS: Admission on the basis of NEET-PG scores.
3. Counseling Process: Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and counseling.
4. Final Selection: On the basis of NEET score, seat availability, and category rank.
5. Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation: Shortlisted candidates need to pay the admission fee to confirm their seat.
Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded by KIMS to encourage talented and economically disadvantaged students.
At the time of admission, the student can opt for scholarships depending on their merit.
Scholarship Name |
Eligibility Criteria |
Benefits |
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship |
Economically weaker students with good academic performance. |
Financial assistance covering tuition fees and other expenses. |
Placement
KIMS provides the students with wonderful career prospects by hospital internships and medical placements.
Internship in KIMS Hospital offers them practical exposure so that students may develop clinical proficiency. The facility also assists postgraduate students with fellowships as well as resident programs.
Placement Aspect |
Details |
Internship |
A compulsory one-year internship is part of the MBBS program, providing hands-on experience in various medical departments. |
Career Opportunities |
Graduates often secure positions in government and private healthcare institutions, pursue higher studies, or establish private practices. |
Top Recruiters |
Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Healthcare, Manipal Hospitals, among others. |
Ranked 116 for Overall by Indiatoday 2022
Ranking Authority |
National Rank |
Remarks |
MINT |
24th |
Ranked 24th among 275 medical colleges in India. |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
M.B.B.S. | ₹2.11 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 50% + NEET |
MD | ₹2.11 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | MBBS + NEET PG |
M.S | ₹7.68 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | MBBS + NEET PG |