Published – September 27, 2025
Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, is one of India’s most reputed private medical colleges, known for its world-class education, clinical training, and global recognition. Established in 1953, KMC was the first private medical college in India and today functions as a constituent unit of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), a Deemed-to-be University and Institution of Eminence.
Rankings & Accreditation
- NIRF 2025 – Medical Category: Kasturba Medical College, Manipal is ranked 10th among medical colleges in India with a score of 68.05.
- Recognition: Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
- Global Recognition: KMC Manipal degrees are widely recognized in India and abroad.

Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal – Courses 2025
1. Undergraduate(UG)
- MBBS (5.5 years including internship)
2. Postgraduate (PG)
- MD (3 yrs): Anatomy, Anesthesiology, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, Microbiology, Pathology, Pediatrics, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry, Radio Diagnosis, Radiotherapy, Respiratory Medicine, Transfusion Medicine
- MS (3 yrs): General Surgery, OBGYN, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, ENT
3. Super-Specialty
- DM (3 yrs): Cardiology, Clinical Hematology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology, Nephrology, Neurology, Pediatric Neurology, Pulmonary Medicine
- M.Ch. (3 yrs): Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology, Surgical Oncology, Urology
4. Doctoral & Integrated Programs
- PhD (Medical & Allied Sciences)
- MD-PhD
- MS-PhD
5. MSc Programs (2 yrs)
- MSc (By Research) in Neuroscience
- MSc Clinical Embryology
- MSc Forensic Science
- MSc Genetic Counseling
- MSc Reproductive & Developmental Biology
- MSc Reproductive Genetics
6. Fellowships (1–2 yrs)
Fellowship programs in CRTP Fellowship in Neuromodulation, Advanced GI Endoscopy, Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound, Advanced Radiation Oncology Techniques, Advanced Urogynecology, Fetal Medicine, Gastrointestinal & HPB Surgery, Glaucoma, Gynaecologic Oncology, Hand & Microsurgery, Medical Retina & Uvea, Neuro Radiation Oncology, Oncopathology, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Orthopedics, Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Regional Anaesthesia, Reproductive Medicine, SBRT (Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy).
7. Short-Term Courses
- Observership in Surgical Oncology
Admission Process: How to Apply
For MBBS (Undergraduate)
- Register for NEET-UG on the NTA website.
- Attempt the examination and qualify with the necessary rank/marks.
- Participate in MCC Counselling (for Deemed Universities like MAHE).
- Select KMC Manipal during the choice-filling process.
- If allotted, complete document verification and fee payment to confirm admission.
For PG (MD/MS) Programs
- Register and appear for NEET-PG.
- Qualify with a competitive rank.
- Participate in MCC Counselling for Deemed Universities.
- Select KMC Manipal during choice filling.
- Once allotted, submit the required documents and pay the admission fees.
For Super-Specialty (DM/M.Ch.)
- Register for NEET-SS.
- Appear for the exam and secure a valid rank.
- Participate in the MCC/Deemed University counselling process.
- Choose KMC Manipal as your preferred option.
- After allotment, complete document verification and fee submission.
For PhD & MSc (By Research)
- Apply directly through the MAHE official website (manipal.edu).
- Appear for the entrance test / interview (if applicable).
- Submit academic transcripts and research proposals (for PhD).
- Once selected, confirm admission with document verification and fees.
Contact Details
Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal
Manipal, Udupi – 576104, Karnataka, India
Phone: +91 820 2922444
Mail:
Indian Students: admissions@manipal.edu
International Students: intladm@manipal.edu
Official website: https://www.manipal.edu/kmc-manipal.html
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