Kasturba Medical College is one of the private colleges of higher learning in Karnataka, India. It was established in 1953. In the English language, its motto is inspired by Life. This college is also recognized as KMC.
History of Kasturba Medical College
Early Years:
In 1953, KMC formed as a distinct institution with a clinical section at Manipal & in Mangalore at Wenlock Hospital. Manipal and Mangalore were a component of the primarily Madras State.
The government of Madras donated a land area to form a college. Also, it allowed the use of government hospitals for Training Medical Students. This college became part of the prolonged Mysore State in 1956 when the name was changed to Karnataka.
Separation:
In 1969, the Clinical program started at Manipal with the setting up of Kasturba Hospital. Later, these colleges were divided with the formation of a Pre-Clinical section in Mangalore. Now, KMC in Mangalore is attached to 3 Government Hospitals. It was the initial medical institution in India to be established.
Affiliation with Public Universities:
They were associated with public universities in Karnataka from the year of its establishment. These colleges were affiliated to Karnatak University from their foundation and to Mysore University.
Deemed University:
KMC in Manipal and Mangalore were granted the Deemed University Status in 1993 to structure the MAHE (Manipal Academy of Higher Education). KMC Mangalore agreed to form Super Specialty Hospital It extended its partnership with the government of Karnataka for the next 33 years.
Kasturba Medical College Chancellor
Ramdas Pai is the chancellor of KMC.
KMC Vice-Chancellor
Lt. Gen. M. D. Venkatesh is the vice chancellor of KMC.
Students at KMC
- 1,806 Students
Documents Required at Kasturba Medical College
- Class 10th Mark Sheet
- Class 12th Mark Sheet
- Degree Mark Sheets of 3 4 or 5 Years
- Scorecard of NEET or NEET PG or NEET SS or GATE
- Internet Online Application Form
- Degree Certificate
- Study and Conduct Certificate
- Transfer Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Caste and Income Certificate
- Passport Size Photographs
Fees and Eligibility at KMC
|
Courses |
Fees | Eligibility |
|
M. Sc. |
₹ 1.24 Lac (1st Year Fees) | Graduation with 50% + MET |
|
M. D |
₹ 26.72 Lac (1st Year Fees) | MD or DNB + National Eligibility Entrance Test (Super Specialty Courses) |
|
M. Ch |
₹ 16.6 Lac (1st Year Fees) | MS or DNB + National Eligibility Entrance Test (Super Specialty Courses) |
| Fellowship | ₹ 10 Lac (1st Year Fees) |
Post Graduation |
| DM | ₹ 27.93 Lac (1st Year Fees) |
MD or DNB + National Eligibility Entrance Test (Super Specialty Courses) |
| M. D | ₹ 4.95 Lac (1st Year Fees) |
MBBS + National Eligibility Entrance Test |
| M. S | ₹ 26.5 Lac (1st Year Fees) |
Graduation + National Eligibility Entrance Test |
Campuses
Manipal
This campus is in Manipal in the village of Udupi. It is on the campus of MAHE. It has a large Health Sciences Library. Also, it has a Museum of Anatomy & Pathology.
Mangalore
This campus is in Mangalore. It is divided into the Centre for Basic Sciences at Bejai and the main campus at Light House Hill Road. It includes almost 6 Teaching Hospitals and the TMA Pai Convention Centre. Also, it has a big Indoor Sports Complex
Connectivity
These colleges are almost 60 km at a distance by road and are well connected. The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport.
Programs at Kasturba Medical College
Undergraduate or Bachelors Programs:
- MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine
- Bachelor of Surgery
- Student Mobility Center
Postgraduate Programs:
- M. Sc. in Reproductive Genetics
- M. Sc. in Reproductive
- M. Sc. in Developmental Biology
- MD-Doctor of Medicine
- MD-PhD; MS-PhD Program
- MS – Master of Surgery
- MSC Forensic Science
- MSc Clinical Embryology
- MSc Medical Courses
Short Term Courses:
- Observership in Surgical Oncology
Super Specialty:
- DM – Doctor of Medicine
- MCh – Master of Chirurgiae
Fellow Ship:
- CRTP Fellowship in Neuromodulation
- Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound
- Diabetes
- Fetal Medicine
- Gynaecologic Oncology
- Neonatology
- Onco-Surgery
- Oncopathology
- Pediatric Anesthesia
- Reproductive Medicine
- Urogynecology
Kasturba Medical College Departments
- Anaesthesiology Department
- Anatomy Department
- Department of Biochemistry
- Department of Cardiology
- Department of Community Medicine
- Department of Critical Care
- Dermatology Venereology Department
- Emergency Medicine Department
- Department of Endocrinology
- Forensic Medicine Department
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department
- Department of Hand Surgery
- Department of Hospital Administration
- Infectious Diseases Department
- Department of Medical Education
- Medical Oncology Department
- Department of Medicine
- Department of Microbiology
- Neonatology Department
- Neurology Department
- OBG Department
- Ophthalmology Department
- Pathology Department
- Pharmacology Department
- Plastic Surgery Department
- Department of Radio Diagnosis
- Department of Reproductive Science
- Respiratory Medicine Department
- Surgery Department
- Surgical Oncology Department
- Urology Department
Admission to Kasturba Medical College
KM C gives admission to the 250 Students in each of the MBBS bachelor courses. Candidates are chosen on the National Eligibility Entrance Test managed by the National Testing Agency.
At its Mangalore campus, 20% of the MBBS seats are reserved for Karnataka candidates. Admissions to Postgraduate are based on the rank gained in NEET (Postgraduate). Admissions to other courses are based on the score gained in the Manipal Entrance Test which are:
- Nursing
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Other Allied Health
Examinations at Kasturba Medical College
At both campuses of KMC, examinations are managed and conducted by the MAHE according to guidelines of the National Medical Commission. All of its exams are paperless. They are written on a biometric-secured tablet.
Teaching Hospitals at Kasturba Medical College
KMC Manipal:
- Kasturba Hospital in Manipal
- Dr. TMA Pai Hospital in Udupi
KMC Mangalore:
It is associated with both the Government and Private hospitals like the other Medical Colleges in India.
- Wenlock District Hospital
- Lady Goschen Hospital
- KMC Hospital in Attavar
- KMC Hospital in Ambedkar Circle
- Regional Advanced Pediatric Care Center
- Dr. TMA Pai Rotary Hospital in Karkala
Library
The libraries of KMC is well equipped and well resourced with modern and advanced facilities such as Wi-Fi connectivity, Web Resources, Online Journals and E-Books. It offers a growing range of Database on the campus network. This library provides several Research or Project Support Services such as Plagiarism Check and Online Grammar & Spelling Checker.
Sports at Kasturba Medical College
At this college, sport is considered a vital part of the development of the students and society. This college offers all the facilities related to Sports to its students including Football Ground, Hockey Ground, Cricket Ground, Basketball Court and Volleyball Court.
Hostels at Kasturba Medical College
At both campuses of this college, the facility of Hostels is available. There are separate Boys and Girls Hostels leased with all facilities. Each of the hostels has Solar Hot Water, Backup Electricity, Reading Room, a Screen LED TV, Night Canteens, and many more.
2024 Foreign/ NRI Category
- Foreign or NRI Category seats are for only:
- Foreign Nationals
- Applicants with NRI Status
- Applicants sponsored by Relatives with NRI Status
- Overseas Citizens of India
- Person of the Indian Origin
Scholarships at Kasturba Medical College
MAHE offers a range of scholarships and grants to the students of KMC at both of its campuses. Its objective is to support students who belong to poor and Low Economic status families and want to continue their education. Also, it gives the merit-based scholarships to overseas and International Students.
Vision and Mission of the KMC
Vision:
The vision of this college is to provide worldwide guidance in human growth and superiority in education and also in healthcare.
Mission:
The mission of this college is to instruct and guide capable and sympathetic physicians through superiority and distinction in teaching and medical research.
Affiliation:
- Manipal Higher Education Academy (MAHE)
Contact Us
Address:
Tiger Circle Road, Madhav Nagar, Eshwar Nagar, Manipal, 576104, Karnataka, India
Phone No:
+91 92437 77733
Official Website:
manipal.edu /kmc-manipal
manipal.edu /kmc-mangalore
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is the gender percentage at Kasturba Medical College?
The gender ratio at KMC from male to female is almost 42: 58.
How many International students are at Kasturba Medical College?
Almost 85% of the International Students are at this college.
How many courses are available at Kasturba Medical College?
- 7 Degrees
- 52 Courses
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