Established in 1980 by the Vokkaligara Sangha, Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) is a premier private medical college located in Bangalore, Karnataka. Affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), KIMS is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is known for its commitment to medical education and healthcare services.

Institutional Overview

• Name: Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS)

• Established: 1980

• Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

• Affiliation: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)

• Recognition: National Medical Commission (NMC), World Health Organization (WHO), General Medical Council (UK)

• Type: Private Medical College

• Website: www.kinbanglore.edu

Academic Programs

Undergraduate Course:

• MBBS: A 5.5-year program, including a one-year compulsory rotating internship.​

Postgraduate Courses:

• MD/MS: Three-year programs in various specialties, including General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Orthopaedics, and more.​

Campus and Facilities

KIMS operates across two campuses:​

• Pre-clinical and Para-clinical Departments: Located at Banashankari 2nd Stage, near BDA Complex.

• Clinical Departments and Hospital: Situated at K.R. Road, Visveswarapuram, approximately 4 km from the main campus.​

The institute boasts modern infrastructure, including well-equipped laboratories, lecture halls, libraries, and a teaching hospital with over 1,000 beds, providing extensive clinical exposure to students.​

Departments

KIMS offers a wide range of departments across various medical disciplines:​

• Basic Sciences: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine.

• Clinical Sciences: General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Anesthesiology, Radiology, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Medicine.

• Community Medicine: Public Health and Preventive Medicine.​

Admissions

MBBS Admission:

• Eligibility: Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, securing a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.

• Entrance Exam: NEET-UG conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

• Seat Intake: 150 seats distributed as follows:

  • Government Quota: 40%

  • Private Quota: 40%

  • NRI Quota: 15%

  • Others: 5%​

Postgraduate Admission:

• Eligibility: MBBS degree from a recognized institution and completion of a one-year internship.

• Entrance Exam: NEET-PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).​

Fee Structure

MBBS Program:

• Government Quota: Approximately ₹1.98 lakhs per annum.

• Private Quota: Approximately ₹11.5 lakhs per annum.

• NRI/Management Quota: Approximately ₹40.7 lakhs per annum.​​

Highlights

• Reputation: Consistently ranked among the top medical colleges in Karnataka.

• Clinical Exposure: Extensive hands-on training through its affiliated hospital.

• Research Opportunities: Active involvement in medical research and publications.

• Global Recognition: Recognized by international bodies, facilitating global opportunities for graduates.