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The MD (General Medicine) is a 3-year full-time postgraduate medical programme offered at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belagavi, under KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER). It is one of the most sought-after clinical PG specialties with a total intake of 16 management/paid seats and 5 NRI seats. The first-year tuition fee for the management category is Rs. 33,82,000. All admitted students receive a monthly stipend. Admission is based on NEET-PG scores followed by MCC/state counselling. MD (General Medicine) is highly popular due to JNMC's large tertiary care hospitals, diverse patient caseload, and its status as a gateway to further super-specialty training.

Admissions for the 2026 academic session (NEET-PG 2026 cycle) are now closed. The MCC NEET-PG 2026 counselling has been completed, including the Stray Vacancy Round (final result declared on February 23, 2027). The next admission cycle (NEET-PG 2027) is expected to begin with registration tentatively in April 2027. Candidates are advised to monitor the official MCC website (mcc.nic.in) and NBE website (nbe.edu.in) for updates.

Key Points

MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi has 16 management/paid seats and 5 NRI seats, making it one of the larger intakes for this specialty in Karnataka.
Students receive clinical training at KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Charitable Hospital and KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and Medical Research Centre, both large tertiary care hospitals on campus.
All admitted students receive a monthly stipend: Rs. 45,000 (Year 1), Rs. 50,000 (Year 2), and Rs. 55,000 (Year 3).
MD (General Medicine) is a gateway to super-specialty DM programmes in Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology, and other disciplines.
JNMC Belagavi is recognized by NMC and is a constituent college of KAHER (Deemed-to-be University), listed in the WHO directory of World Medical Schools.

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JNMC MD Fees

The first-year tuition fee for MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi under the management/paid category is Rs. 33,82,000. The fee is charged annually for all 3 years of the programme. For NRI category students, the fee is USD 98,300 per year. The total tuition fee for the 3-year programme for management category students is approximately Rs. 1,01,46,000 (based on the 2026-27 first-year fee; subsequent year fees are typically equal or marginally lower as per institutional norms).

Tuition Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (Management Category)	33,82,000	33,82,000	33,82,000	1,01,46,000
Total Fees	33,82,000	33,82,000	33,82,000	1,01,46,000

NRI Category Hostel Fees

Hostel Type	Room Type	Yearly Rent (Rs.)	Caution Money (Rs.)	1st Year Total (Rs.)
New PG Ladies Hostel	Single Attach Bathroom	1,61,000	46,000	2,07,200
NRI PG Boys Hostel	Single Attach Bathroom	1,61,000	46,000	2,07,200
NRI PG Boys Hostel	Double Attach Bathroom	1,25,000	30,000	1,55,200

The official fee structure published by KAHER for 2026-27 specifies the first-year fee; subsequent year fees are generally the same as per institutional norms.
Hostel room rent includes food charges (breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner).
Caution money (hostel) is refundable with 5% deduction as maintenance charges.
All admitted students are eligible for a monthly stipend: Rs. 45,000 (Year 1), Rs. 50,000 (Year 2), Rs. 55,000 (Year 3).
Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for the course.
NRI candidates must pay fees in US Dollars only.

JNMC MD Admission 2026

Admission to MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi is based on NEET-PG scores. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts centralized online counselling for 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, while the remaining seats are filled through state counselling (Karnataka Examinations Authority / KEA) and institutional management quota. For the 2026 cycle, MCC NEET-PG counselling has been completed including the Stray Vacancy Round. The next NEET-PG 2027 cycle is expected to begin with registration in April 2027 (tentative).

JNMC Belagavi MD Admission Events

Event	Date
NEET-PG 2026 Exam	August 3, 2026
NEET-PG 2026 Result	August 23, 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 1 Registration	October 17 - November 5, 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 1 Result	November 20, 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 2 Registration	December 2 - December 7, 2026
MCC PG Counselling Round 3	January 2027
Stray Vacancy Round Final Result	February 23, 2027
Commencement of Academic Session 2026	After completion of counselling

NEET-PG 2027 Exam Dates

Event	Date
Registration Start Date	April 7, 2027 (Tentative)
Registration End Date	May 7, 2027 (Tentative)
Admit Card Release	June 11, 2027 (Tentative)
Exam Date	June 15, 2027 (Tentative)
Result Date	July 15, 2027 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

The candidate must hold an MBBS degree recognized by NMC/MCI from a recognized institution.
The candidate must have completed a 12-month compulsory rotating internship (or be completing it by March 31 of the admission year).
The candidate must be NEET-PG qualified with a valid scorecard.

Admission Process

Appear in NEET-PG conducted by NBEMS (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences).
Register on the MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) for AIQ PG counselling.
Fill and lock choices for MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi during the counselling window.
Receive seat allotment result and pay the security deposit online.
Report to JNMC Belagavi with original documents for verification and admission confirmation.
For management quota seats, contact JNMC/KAHER admissions office directly after AIQ counselling rounds.

JNMC MD Scholarships 2026

JNMC Belagavi does not have widely publicized dedicated scholarships exclusively for MD (General Medicine) students. However, the built-in stipend structure provides meaningful financial support. Students may also explore government and national-level scholarship schemes applicable to postgraduate medical students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Support	Amount	Eligibility	Remarks
Monthly Stipend (Year 1)	Rs. 45,000 per month	All admitted MD students	Provided by JNMC/KAHER as per norms
Monthly Stipend (Year 2)	Rs. 50,000 per month	All admitted MD students	Provided by JNMC/KAHER as per norms
Monthly Stipend (Year 3)	Rs. 55,000 per month	All admitted MD students	Provided by JNMC/KAHER as per norms
National Scholarship Portal Schemes	Varies	As per government eligibility criteria	Students can apply at scholarships.gov.in

The stipend is provided to all admitted students and is not merit-based.
Concession in fees may be considered for deserving candidates as per KAHER/JNMC policy.
NRI candidates must pay fees in US Dollars only.

JNMC Belagavi M.D General Medicine 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 MD FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. The first-year tuition fee for the management/paid category is Rs. 33,82,000. The total fee for the 3-year programme is approximately Rs. 1,01,46,000. All admitted students also receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 45,000 (Year 1), Rs. 50,000 (Year 2), and Rs. 55,000 (Year 3).

Ques. How many seats are available for MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. There are 16 management/paid seats and 5 NRI seats for MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi, making it one of the larger intakes for this specialty in Karnataka.

Ques. Can MD (General Medicine) graduates pursue DM super-specialty at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Yes. JNMC Belagavi offers DM programmes in Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Medical Gastroenterology, and other disciplines. MD (General Medicine) is the primary eligibility for most DM programmes, making JNMC an attractive choice for those planning a super-specialty career.

Ques. Is NEET-PG the only route for admission to MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. NEET-PG qualification is mandatory for all candidates. AIQ seats are filled through MCC counselling, while management quota seats are filled through institutional processes after AIQ rounds. State quota seats are filled through Karnataka state counselling (KEA).

Ques. What is the clinical exposure like for MD (General Medicine) students at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. JNMC Belagavi has two large attached teaching hospitals - KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Charitable Hospital and KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and Medical Research Centre. The high patient load across medicine, cardiology, neurology, nephrology, and other departments provides MD (General Medicine) students with extensive and diverse clinical exposure.

Ques. What is the status of NEET-PG 2026 admissions for MD (General Medicine) at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Admissions for the 2026 cycle are closed. The MCC NEET-PG 2026 counselling, including the Stray Vacancy Round, has been completed (final result declared February 23, 2027). The next cycle (NEET-PG 2027) is expected to begin with registration in April 2027 (tentative).