Karnataka State Medical College Seat Distribution & Fee Structures, Cut Off

 

Karnataka has 71 medical colleges, collectively offering 11,945 MBBS seats, making it the third-largest state in India in terms of medical education capacity. Karnataka had 68 medical colleges in 2023; 24 were government colleges with 3,750 seats, while the remaining 44 were private institutions offering 7,845 seats. As of 2024, the three newly added private medical colleges bring the number of private medical college seats in Karnataka to 8,195.

 

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) oversees the admissions counselling process, managing 85% of the State Quota seats in government colleges and 100% of the seats in private colleges. Nationwide, there are currently 731 medical colleges offering 1,12,112 MBBS seats and more than 29,088 BDS seats.

 

An analysis by Hello Mentor on Karnataka State Medical College Seat Distribution & Fee Structures provides insights into:

 

• Medical Seat Distribution in Karnataka State Medical College by College Type
• Karnataka State Medical College - Counselling-wise Seat Distribution
• Category and Minority Seat Breakdown for Karnataka State Medical College (Private)
• Karnataka State Medical College Seat Matrices and Fee Structure
  

 

 

 

We can approach the analysis of medical seat distribution in Karnataka from two different perspectives:

 

1. Karnataka State Medical College Seat Distribution by college type

2. Karnataka State Medical College Counselling-wise seat distribution

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Karnataka State Medical College Seat Distribution by College-type

 

 

 

As of 2024, Karnataka boasts 24 government medical colleges offering undergraduate medical courses, with 3,750 seats. Bangalore Medical College and Research Center has the highest number of seats, at 250, followed by Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, which offers 200 seats.

 

Further analysis of the seat distribution in government medical colleges reveals reservations for various categories and quotas. These include reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, and physically disabled candidates. Additionally, there are quotas for students outside Karnataka, children of defence personnel, and sports quota candidates.

 

Seat distribution policies vary depending upon the directives of the State Counselling authorities. As detailed below, a breakdown of seat distribution by minority categories further clarifies the allocation.

The below table shows the additional seat reservation in Government college.

The below table shows the special category seat reservation.

 

 

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New Medical Colleges in Karnataka for 2024-25

 

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME) Karnataka and the National Medical Commission (NMC) approved three new medical Medical Colleges. These Medical Colleges, BGS Medical College & Hospital in Nagarur, Bengaluru North, PES University Institute of Health Sciences & Research Centre in Konnappa Agrahara, Electronic City, Bengaluru, and S R Medical College in Bagalkot, collectively contribute 350 new MBBS seats, enhancing the capacity for medical education and training in the state.

 

1. BGS Medical College & Hospital, located in Nagarur, Nelamangala, Bengaluru North, Karnataka, is a premier institution that aims to provide world-class medical education and healthcare services. With an intake capacity of 150 seats for the MBBS program, this Medical College is poised to become a center of excellence in medical education.

 

 

2. PES University Institute of Health Sciences & Research Centre, situated in Konnappa Agrahara, Medical College in Electronic City, Bengaluru, is a part of the prestigious PES University. With an intake of 100 MBBS seats, this institution is dedicated to providing high-quality medical education and fostering innovation in healthcare.

 

3. S R Medical College, located in Bagalkot, Karnataka, is a new entrant in the field of medical education with an intake capacity of 100 MBBS seats. The Medical College aims to provide quality medical education and healthcare services to the rural population of Karnataka.

 

Counselling-wise Seat Distribution in Karnataka State Medical College

 

Medical students can understand the seat distribution and admission process for medical colleges in Karnataka by examining the allocation procedures based on the type of counselling.

In Karnataka, the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts NEET counselling for 85% of the State Quota seats, while the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) oversees the counselling for the remaining 15%.

 

The 71 medical colleges in Karnataka offer 11,945 seats. There are two types of seat distribution in Karnataka state Counselling.

 

1. MCC Counselling 
2. KEA Counselling

 

Based on 2023 data, here's a detailed breakdown of seat distribution across medical colleges in Karnataka.

 

 

MCC Counselling: 15% of All India Quota Seats (572), 2,362 for Deemed Universities, and 139 for IP Ward Quota. 

 

KEA Counselling: 85% seats in government colleges (3,039), 5,295 for private colleges, and 188 for Deemed universities.

 

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Category and Minority Seat Breakdown for Karnataka State Medical Colleges (Private)

 

 

The DME allows only 85% of the seats in Government Colleges because 15% are allocated under the All India Quota (AIQ) through MCC counselling. DME has complete authority to allot all the seats in private colleges. 

 

Private colleges in Karnataka are categorised into Non-Minority Colleges, State Universities, and Minority Colleges.

 

 

Further, private seats are divided into sub-categories. The table below shows the division of private seats.

 

Key Fact:

 

There are 2 types of minority reservations in Karnataka.

1. Linguistic Minority
1a. Tamil

1b. Telugu
1c. Tulu

1d. Kodava

2. Religious Minority

2a. Christian Minority
2b. Muslim University

 

Note: No college in Karnataka offers Kodava Minority seats anymore.

 

Also Read  Medical Seat Distribution in India: Government, Private, CI, Deemed University

 

Karnataka State Medical College Seat Matrices and Fee Structures

 

 

The table below shows the Karnataka State Medical College (government) seat matrices, AIQ, and state quota fees.

 

 

The table below shows the Karnataka State Medical College (Private) seat matrices and AIQ and state quota fees.

 

 

The below table shows the government seat intake and state quota fees for Deemed universities.

 

 

The information provided above gives a comprehensive overview of the medical education scenario in Karnataka. It covers seat distributions and fee structures of government, private, and deemed medical colleges. 

 

Karnataka's increasing need for medical colleges and professionals highlights the necessity for an expanded healthcare infrastructure. 

 

The National Medical Commission (NMC) regulates the establishment and expansion of medical colleges across India. It assesses applications from existing colleges seeking to increase their seat intake and evaluates proposals for new colleges based on various criteria.

 

NMC also sets rigorous standards for colleges, including total bed count, hospital square footage, and minimum personnel requirements. In addition, the NMC has established a comprehensive framework of rules and regulations that colleges must follow to qualify for seat increments.

 

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