Quick Overview

About Kasturba Medical College

Kasturba Medical College (KMC) was founded in 1955 and initially utilized the medical facilities of Government Wenlock Hospital and Government Lady Goschen Hospital. Since 1977, it has been functioning independently, and KMC Hospital Attavar was set up in 1992.

Affiliated with Manipal Academy of Higher Education, KMC is renowned for its global recognition, with graduates from over 45 countries. The college is consistently ranked among the top 25 medical colleges in India.

Fee Structure

Campus and Facilities

• Hostel Fees: Varies between A/C and Non-A/C options.
• Address: KMC, 203, Light House Hill Rd, Hampankatta, Mangaluru, Karnataka – 575001

MBBS Program at KMC Mangalore

• Course Duration: 4.5 years, followed by a mandatory one-year rotating medical internship.
• Admission: Based on NEET (National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test) rankings.
• Total MBBS Seats: 250

Kasturba Medical College MBBS Tuition Fees

Kasturba Medical College (KMC) offers MBBS courses under different fee structures for various quotas. In addition to tuition fees, students are required to pay several other charges during the admission process.

Karnataka MBBS Admission Counselling Process

The counselling process for Karnataka MBBS admissions involves various important aspects such as:

• Domicile rules for Karnataka
• Upgradation rules
• Community reservation
• Penalty clause
• Eligibility for each round
• Resignation rules Understanding these factors is crucial to select the best college based on your NEET score.

Kasturba Medical College Ranking

Kasturba Medical College’s ranking is determined by its preference among parents during the NEET All India and State Counselling.

Bond Details and Stipend

After completing the MBBS course at Kasturba Medical College, students must serve in rural areas. Failure to comply with this service requirement will result in a penalty.

Additional Admission Information

Kasturba Medical College Fee Structure

Kasturba Medical College PG Courses Admission

Admissions to postgraduate courses such as Diploma (DIP), Doctor of Medicine (MD), and Master of Surgery (MS) at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, are based on NEET PG scores from the National Board of Examinations (NBE). Admission can be done through:

• All India Medical Counselling (50% of MD/MS seats)
• Karnataka State Counselling (50% of MD/MS seats)

Kasturba Medical College PG Seats and Tuition Fees

The following table provides details about the seats and fees for various PG courses offered at KMC Mangalore:

NEET PG Admission Counselling Process

The NEET PG admission process involves several aspects to be aware of:

• Resignation rules
• Community reservation
• Choice filling techniques
• Compulsory service bond
• Internship stipend
• Penalty clause
• Nativity clause
• Allotment rules

These factors are critical for securing the best medical college based on your rank.

KMC Mangalore PG Bond Details and Monthly Stipend

PG Admission Additional Details

Infrastructure at Kasturba Medical College

Campus

Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, spans across a 30.78-acre campus located in Mangalore, Karnataka. The college’s first-year students’ Center for Basic Sciences began in 2001 at Bejai. The Medical Education Unit organizes an Orientation program for students, interns, and postgraduates.

Central Library

The Kasturba Medical College Library, established in 1953, occupies an area of 4,100 square meters across three floors. The library is fully air-conditioned and features both inside and outside reading rooms for students.

• Inside Reading Room Capacity: 460 persons
• Outside Reading Room Capacity: 290 persons
• Staff Reading Room Capacity: 50 persons
• PG Reading Room: Available for postgraduate students.

The library houses:

• Books: 30,648
• Journals: 154 (70 Indian journals, 84 foreign journals)
• Internet Nodes: 52 internet-connected terminals
• Electronic Subscriptions: Nearly 2,000 journals.

Lecture Halls and Examination Facilities

The departments of Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry have two lecture halls, each with a capacity of 250 students. Additionally:

• 3 Examination Halls: Built within 250 square meters, each with a capacity for 250 persons.
• Lecture Theaters: 3 in the medical college and 1 in the hospital, each with a seating capacity of 300. These lecture halls are equipped with audio-visual aids, biometric attendance systems, and interactive boards.

Hostel Facilities

Kasturba Medical College provides comprehensive hostel accommodations for students:

• Number of Hostels: 9 hostels (5 for ladies and 4 for men)
• Hostel Capacity:
  • UG Students: 1,832 (943 rooms)
  • Interns: 250 (131 rooms)
  • Resident PG: 337 (193 rooms)
  • Nurses: 170 capacity
  • Teaching Staff Residential Quarters: 97 capacity
  • Non-teaching Staff Residential Quarters: 49 capacity

Hostel Amenities:

• Air-conditioned study rooms with internet access
• Visitor room
• Well-equipped central photography section
• Recreation rooms with TV, music, and indoor games
• Gymnasium with modern equipment
• Access to both indoor and outdoor games such as badminton, squash, table tennis, carom, and futsal, with experienced trainers available.

Affiliated Hospitals

Kasturba Medical College is associated with KMC Hospital, which provides a wide range of services and is equipped with advanced technology:

1. Total Beds: 1,190
2. Key Departments: General Medicine, Surgery, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, TB & Respiratory Medicine, Psychiatry, Dermatology.
3. Outpatients: Approximately 3,148 patients daily.
4. Advanced Facilities:
   • MRI
   • Cardiac catheterization lab
   • Spiral CT scan
   • Cardiac echo machine
   • Ultrasound equipment
   • Linear accelerator
5. Laboratories: 6 (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Serology, Hematology, Histopathology, Cytopathology)
6. Centralized Casualty Services: 36 beds
   • 30 beds at KMC Hospital, Attavar
   • 6 beds at Wenlock
   • Separate casualty ward for OBGY cases at Lady Goschen
7. Operation Theaters: 12 (for both major and minor operations)
8. ICU: 40 beds
9. Labor Room: 19 beds
10. Additional Facilities:
    • Emergency Department
    • Critical Care Unit
    • Blood Bank
    • Central Diagnostic Lab
    • Ambulance Services
    • Pharmacy
    • Central Laundry
    • Canteen
    • Biomedical Waste Management

Rural Health Centers

• RHTC – Moodabidri: Located 25 km from the college.
• UHTC – Lady Hill: Located 3 km from the college.

Location: Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka
Official Website: KMC Mangalore
Contact: +91-0824-2422271

How to Reach

• KMC Mangalore (Attavar) is located 8 km (5 miles) from Mangalore city, about a 15-minute bus ride.
• Mangalore Railway Station: 1 km away from Attavar (approximately 1 minute by car).
• Mangalore Airport: 18 km (11.2 miles) away from Attavar, approximately a 21-minute drive.