MD/MS Admission in Karnataka
Karnataka counselling is centralized through KEA and covers Government colleges, Government-quota seats in private/minority colleges and private seats. The reference is based on the 2025-26 KEA PG Medical bulletin and clearly separates General Merit, Management and NRI outcomes.
Why Karnataka needs category-wise planning
Non-Karnataka candidates
They cannot claim Karnataka SC/ST/OBC reservation under the supplied bulletin.
Foreign graduates
FMGE/Screening Test, council registration and internship documentation are specifically highlighted.
Karnataka NEET PG Eligibility — Key Rules
- KEA conducts centralized PG medical counselling in Karnataka.
- Qualifying NEET-PG alone does not guarantee admission; registration, eligibility and document verification remain essential.
- Non-Karnataka candidates cannot claim Karnataka SC/ST/OBC reservation and are treated under the applicable General/UR standard.
- Foreign medical graduates need FMGE/Screening Test, appropriate registration and the prescribed internship.
- The reference contains separate Management and NRI fee levels that can be dramatically higher than private-seat figures.
- College choice should be made after comparing branch, category, total course cost and likely rank movement.
Top Government MD/MS Colleges in Karnataka
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), Bengaluru
Government MD/MS option in Karnataka. Check the current seat matrix, branch availability and counselling category before choice filling.
Mysore Medical College and Research Institute (MMCRI), Mysuru
Government MD/MS option in Karnataka. Check the current seat matrix, branch availability and counselling category before choice filling.
Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hubballi
Government MD/MS option in Karnataka. Check the current seat matrix, branch availability and counselling category before choice filling.
Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS), Ballari
Government MD/MS option in Karnataka. Check the current seat matrix, branch availability and counselling category before choice filling.
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences (MIMS), Mandya
Government MD/MS option in Karnataka. Check the current seat matrix, branch availability and counselling category before choice filling.
Karnataka MD/MS Fees — College & Branch Reference
| College / Institute | Seat / Type | Primary Fee | Secondary Fee | Hostel / NRI | Other / Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaya Jagadguru Murugharajendra Medical College, Davangere | Radio-Diagnosis | ₹13,87,994 private seat | ₹1,00,15,000 other fee | ₹1,00,15,000 NRI | Reference 2025-26 |
| M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore | Radio-Diagnosis | ₹55,40,000 private seat | ₹1,15,40,000 other fee | ₹1,15,40,000 NRI | Reference 2025-26 |
| Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore | Radio-Diagnosis | ₹13,87,994 private seat | ₹1,10,15,000 other fee | ₹1,10,15,000 NRI | Reference 2025-26 |
| Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College, Gulbarga | Radio-Diagnosis | ₹13,87,994 private seat | ₹1,05,15,000 other fee | ₹1,05,15,000 NRI | Reference 2025-26 |
| Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellur | Radio-Diagnosis | ₹50,15,000 private seat | ₹95,15,000 other fee | ₹95,15,000 NRI | Reference 2025-26 |
Lowest / representative branch packages
| Branch | State / Management | NRI | Additional context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiology | ₹2.25 Cr | ₹2.25 Cr | |
| Dermatology | ₹2.55 Cr | ₹2.55 Cr | |
| Medicine | ₹1.95 Cr | ₹1.95 Cr | |
| OBG | ₹1.80 Cr | ₹1.80 Cr | |
| Surgery | ₹1.50 Cr | ₹1.50 Cr | |
| Anaesthesia | ₹75 Lakh | ₹75 Lakh |
Karnataka MD/MS Branch-wise Seats / Reference
| Branch | Seats / Reference |
|---|---|
| MD General Medicine | 450 |
| MD Anaesthesiology | 376 |
| MS General Surgery | 363 |
| MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 311 |
| MD Paediatrics | 302 |
Karnataka NEET PG Cutoff Reference
| Branch | Round-1 / Reference |
|---|---|
| MD General Medicine | GM / MNG / NRI closing rank varies by college |
| MD Anaesthesiology | GM / MNG / NRI closing rank varies by college |
| MS General Surgery | GM / MNG / NRI closing rank varies by college |
| MD Paediatrics | GM / MNG / NRI closing rank varies by college |
Karnataka KEA: Category Matters
GM
General Merit outcomes are not directly comparable with Management or NRI closing ranks.
MNG / NRI
Higher-fee categories can show very different closing ranks and should be planned as separate pathways.
FMGE Route in Karnataka
The supplied KEA bulletin specifically requires FMGE/Screening Test qualification, appropriate registration and the prescribed internship documentation for Indian/OCI candidates with a foreign primary medical qualification.
How Karnataka MD/MS Counselling Works
KEA registration
Complete this stage only after checking the current official notice and eligibility for your selected quota.
Document verification / eligibility checks
Complete this stage only after checking the current official notice and eligibility for your selected quota.
Merit and category processing
Complete this stage only after checking the current official notice and eligibility for your selected quota.
Choice entry and confirmation
Complete this stage only after checking the current official notice and eligibility for your selected quota.
Allotment under applicable seat category
Complete this stage only after checking the current official notice and eligibility for your selected quota.
Fee payment, reporting and admission
Complete this stage only after checking the current official notice and eligibility for your selected quota.
Documents to Keep Ready
- NEET-PG admit card and score/rank card
- MBBS degree and all professional marksheets
- Internship completion certificate
- Permanent/provisional medical registration
- Class 10 / date-of-birth proof
- Valid photo ID and photographs
- Domicile / state eligibility proof where required
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD certificates where applicable
- NRI sponsorship/status documents where applicable
- Service/NOC documents for in-service candidates
- Allotment letter and fee/security payment proof
- Any college-specific undertaking, bond or original document
How to Build a Safer Preference List
1. Rank fit
Separate realistic, aspirational and safety choices using your actual NEET PG rank.
2. Quota fit
Check whether your category allows State, Open, Management, Institutional or NRI choices.
3. Cost fit
Compare total course cost rather than only the annual headline tuition.
Karnataka MD/MS Admission FAQs
Can non-Karnataka candidates claim state reservation?
No. The supplied KEA reference specifically excludes that reservation benefit.
Is the Karnataka fee table only for Government colleges?
No. The detailed fee snapshot is for private/other/NRI categories at listed institutions.
Which branches have the largest seat counts in the supplied matrix?
General Medicine, Anaesthesiology, General Surgery, OBG and Paediatrics lead the top-five list.
Are these 2026 confirmed rules?
The source itself says the supplied bulletin is for NEET PG 2025 / academic year 2025-26, so the latest KEA notice should be checked.
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