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The Doctor of Medicine [DM] in Cardiology at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belagavi is a 3-year super-specialty postgraduate program offered under the KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), a NAAC A++ accredited deemed-to-be-university. The program offers 5 seats and is one of the most sought-after super-specialty courses at JNMC, supported by world-class cardiac care facilities at KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Charitable Hospital and KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and Medical Research Centre. The total fee for the 3-year course is Rs. 30,10,000 (Rs. 10,10,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 10,00,000 each in Years 2 and 3). Admission is based on NEET-SS, conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), followed by centralized counselling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

As of March 2026, the NEET-SS 2025 exam was conducted on 26-27 December 2025, with results declared on 28 January 2026. The MCC NEET-SS 2025 counselling is expected to begin in March 2026. Admissions for the 2026-27 batch will be based on NEET-SS 2026, which is expected to be conducted in December 2026. Candidates are advised to monitor the official NBE website (nbe.edu.in) and MCC website (mcc.nic.in) for updated schedules.

Key Points

5 seats are available for DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi, making it one of the larger DM Cardiology programs in Karnataka.
The department is backed by two world-class teaching hospitals on the JNMC campus with advanced cardiac care infrastructure.
All admitted students are eligible for a monthly stipend: Rs. 68,750 (Year 1), Rs. 75,000 (Year 2), and Rs. 81,250 (Year 3).
JNMC has international collaborations with ICMR, WHO, University of Illinois Chicago (USA), and University of Missouri Kansas City (USA).
Admission is through NEET-SS followed by MCC centralized counselling; no separate institutional entrance test is required.

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JNMC DM Cardiology Fees

The DM (Cardiology) program at JNMC Belagavi has a structured fee schedule. The total tuition fee for the 3-year program is Rs. 30,10,000, payable as Rs. 10,10,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 10,00,000 each in Years 2 and 3. All admitted students also receive a monthly stipend, which partially offsets the cost of the program. Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are to be borne separately.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	10,10,000	10,00,000	10,00,000	30,10,000
Total Fees	10,10,000	10,00,000	10,00,000	30,10,000

Stipend Structure

Year	Monthly Stipend (Rs.)
Year 1	68,750
Year 2	75,000
Year 3	81,250

Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are to be borne separately by the candidate.
Fee figures are based on the 2024-25 fee structure; 2025-26 fees may be subject to revision. Candidates should verify from the official KAHER website.
Hostel accommodation is available on campus for PG Medical students (PG Medical Hostels) at an additional cost.
Fee concessions may be considered for deserving candidates as per KAHER norms.

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JNMC DM Cardiology Admission 2026

Admissions to DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi are conducted through NEET-SS, a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). Qualified candidates are allotted seats through centralized counselling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at mcc.nic.in. The NEET-SS 2025 exam was held on 26-27 December 2025, with results on 28 January 2026. MCC counselling for NEET-SS 2025 is expected in March 2026.

JNMC DM Cardiology Admission Dates

Event	2025 Cycle (Actual/Expected)
NEET-SS 2025 Registration Start	5 November 2025
NEET-SS 2025 Registration End	25 November 2025
NEET-SS 2025 Admit Card	22 December 2025
NEET-SS 2025 Exam Date	26-27 December 2025
NEET-SS 2025 Result	28 January 2026
MCC NEET-SS 2025 Counselling	March 2026 (Expected)
Batch Commencement	March-April 2026 (Expected)

NEET-SS Exam Details

Exam	Conducting Body	Mode	Relevance
NEET-SS	National Board of Examinations (NBE)	Computer-Based Test (CBT)	Mandatory for DM/MCh admissions

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MD (General Medicine) or MD (Paediatrics) or equivalent postgraduate medical degree recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Must possess a valid Permanent Registration Certificate of MD qualification issued by NMC or State Medical Council.
Must qualify NEET-SS as per the eligibility norms specified by NBE.

Admission Process

Register and appear for NEET-SS conducted by NBE (nbe.edu.in).
Check NEET-SS results and scorecard on the NBE website.
Register for MCC centralized counselling at mcc.nic.in.
Fill in choice of colleges and courses during the choice-filling window.
Seat allotment is done based on NEET-SS merit and choices filled.
Report to JNMC Belagavi with all original documents and pay the fees within the stipulated deadline.

JNMC DM Cardiology Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi receive a monthly stipend from the institution, which helps offset the tuition cost. Additionally, government scholarships are available for eligible candidates through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The stipend structure increases progressively over the 3-year program.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship/Benefit	Offered By	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit
Monthly Stipend	KAHER/JNMC	All admitted DM students	Rs. 68,750 (Y1), Rs. 75,000 (Y2), Rs. 81,250 (Y3) per month
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST	Government of Karnataka / NSP	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition fee and maintenance allowance
OBC Post-Matric Scholarship	Government of Karnataka / NSP	OBC students with family income below Rs. 1 lakh per annum	Partial tuition fee coverage
KAHER Fee Concession	KAHER, Belagavi	Deserving candidates (merit/need basis)	As per university norms

Over 3 years, the total stipend amounts to approximately Rs. 26.1 lakh, which partially offsets the total tuition fee of Rs. 30.1 lakh.
Applications for NSP scholarships are typically open between October and December each year at scholarships.gov.in.
KAHER fee concessions for DM/MCh programs are announced separately; candidates should check kaher.edu.in for updates.

JNMC Belagavi DM Cardiology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#379 out of 632 in India 2025

#34th in Karnataka

Indiatoday Ranking

#39 out of 54 in India 2025

#9th in Karnataka

IIRF Ranking

#22 out of 57 in Top Private Colleges in India 2025

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JNMC DM Cardiology FAQs

Ques. How many seats are available for DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. There are 5 seats available for DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi. Admission is strictly based on NEET-SS merit followed by MCC centralized counselling.

Ques. What is the eligibility for DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Candidates must hold an MD (General Medicine) or MD (Paediatrics) or equivalent postgraduate medical degree recognized by the NMC, along with a valid Permanent Registration Certificate. They must qualify NEET-SS as per NBE norms. No separate institutional entrance test is required.

Ques. What is the total fee for DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 3-year program is Rs. 30,10,000 (Rs. 10,10,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 10,00,000 each in Years 2 and 3). All admitted students also receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 68,750 (Year 1), Rs. 75,000 (Year 2), and Rs. 81,250 (Year 3), totalling approximately Rs. 26.1 lakh over 3 years.

Ques. When is the NEET-SS 2025 counselling for DM Cardiology admissions?

Ans. The NEET-SS 2025 exam was conducted on 26-27 December 2025, with results declared on 28 January 2026. The MCC NEET-SS 2025 counselling is expected to begin in March 2026. Candidates should monitor mcc.nic.in for the official counselling schedule.

Ques. What is the career scope after DM (Cardiology) from JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. DM (Cardiology) graduates from JNMC Belagavi can work as Interventional Cardiologists, Clinical Cardiologists, or Electrophysiologists in super-specialty hospitals, government medical colleges, and private cardiac centers. They can also pursue academic and research careers. Cardiologists are among the highest-paid medical specialists in India, with salaries typically ranging from Rs. 20 lakh to Rs. 80 lakh per annum depending on experience and institution.

Ques. Is DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi recognized by NMC?

Ans. Yes, DM (Cardiology) at JNMC Belagavi is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). JNMC is a constituent college of KAHER (KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research), a NAAC A++ accredited deemed-to-be-university. The college is also listed in the WHO directory of World Medical Schools and is recognized by the Malaysian Medical Council.