Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Master of Science in Medical Physiology (M.Sc. Physiology - Medical) at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belagavi, is a 3-year full-time postgraduate programme offered under the KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), a NAAC A+ accredited Deemed-to-be-University. The programme follows a Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) and is structured as six semesters of six months each, with a total tuition fee of Rs. 2,11,000 over three years (Rs. 71,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 70,000 each in Years 2 and 3). Admission is based on inter-se merit through the KAHER PG Allied admission process, and the course is offered in full-time on-campus mode at the JNMC campus, Belagavi. The programme is popular for its strong integration with JNMC's active clinical and research environment, offering training in general and systemic physiology, research methodology, and medical education, with a wide range of electives including exercise physiology, neurophysiology, and nutrition science.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are expected to open tentatively in July 2026, based on the 2025-26 cycle (notification issued in July 2025, provisional selection list released in August 2025, and reporting deadline of 8 September 2025). Candidates should monitor the official KAHER website (kaher.edu.in) and the KAHER admissions portal (apply.kaher.edu.in) for the updated notification for 2026-27.

Key Points

3-year M.Sc. programme in Medical Physiology (6 semesters, CBCS), offered at JNMC Belagavi under KAHER, a NAAC A+ accredited Deemed-to-be-University.
Semesters I and II cover Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry; Semesters III to VI focus exclusively on Physiology.
Wide range of electives available including Neurophysiology, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition Science, Blood Banking, GLP/GCP, Biomedical Ethics, Advanced Computer Skills (SPSS), and Art of Scientific Writing.
Graduates are eligible to work as Physiology faculty/demonstrators in medical colleges and can pursue Ph.D. in Physiology.
KAHER has collaborations with ICMR, WHO, University of Illinois Chicago (USA), and University of Missouri Kansas City (USA) for teaching and research.
Starting salary for M.Sc. Physiology graduates is approximately Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month; Ph.D. holders can earn Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per month.

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JNMC M.Sc Medical Physiology Fees

The total tuition fee for M.Sc. Medical Physiology at JNMC Belagavi for 2025-26 is Rs. 2,11,000 over three years. The fee is Rs. 71,000 in the first year and Rs. 70,000 each in the second and third years. Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are charged separately. Hostel accommodation is available on campus for both boys and girls at additional cost.

Fee Structure Table

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	71,000	70,000	70,000	2,11,000
Total Fees	71,000	70,000	70,000	2,11,000

Hostel Fees (Optional, charged separately):

Hostel Fees

Hostel	Room Type	Yearly Rent (incl. food)	Admission Fee	Refundable Caution Money	1st Year Total
PNP Ladies Hostel	4-sharing (attached)	Rs. 80,000	Rs. 200	Rs. 15,000	Rs. 95,200
Charaka Boys Hostel	3-sharing (non-attached)	Rs. 75,000	Rs. 200	Rs. 5,000	Rs. 80,200

Hostel room rent includes breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner.
Caution money is refundable with 5% deduction as maintenance charges.
Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are to be borne separately by the candidate.
Hostel allotment is by computerised randomisation only; room type is subject to availability.
No EMI option is officially mentioned; fees are to be paid as per the university schedule.

JNMC M.Sc Medical Physiology Admission 2026

Admissions to M.Sc. Medical Physiology at JNMC Belagavi are conducted through the KAHER PG Allied admission process, based on inter-se merit of qualifying examination marks. There is no separate entrance examination for this course. Candidates apply online through the KAHER admissions portal, and a provisional selection list is published on the KAHER website. Selected candidates must report physically within the stipulated deadline to complete the admission process. For 2025-26, the notification was issued in July 2025, the provisional selection list was released on 26 August 2025, and the reporting deadline was 8 September 2025.

KAHER M.Sc. Medical Physiology Admission Calendar

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27)
Admission Notification Release	July 2026 (tentative)
Online Application Opens	July 2026 (tentative)
Last Date for Online Application	August 2026 (tentative)
Provisional Selection List Publication	August 2026 (tentative)
Physical Reporting and Fee Payment Deadline	September 2026 (tentative)
Batch Commencement	September-October 2026 (tentative)

Admission Process Details

Parameter	Details
Admission Mode	Inter-se merit (no separate entrance exam)
Application Portal	apply.kaher.edu.in
Application Fee	As per KAHER notification
Selection Basis	Merit in qualifying B.Sc. examination

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed B.Sc. in Life Sciences or Biological Sciences from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC categories).
Candidates must have completed a full-time regular course from a recognised Board/University/Council.
Minimum age: 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission.
Candidates must be physically fit as per KAHER norms.

Admission Process

Register and apply online through the KAHER admissions portal (apply.kaher.edu.in) within the stipulated dates.
Upload required documents including mark sheets, degree certificate, transfer certificate, Aadhaar card, and photographs.
Await the provisional selection list published on the KAHER website.
If selected, make the fee payment via NEFT/RTGS/UPI to the designated KAHER account.
Create an Academic Bank Credits (APAAR/ABC ID) at www.abc.gov.in before reporting.
Fill the online admission form at jnmc.contineo.in/alliedcourses/ and submit the printed form at the time of physical reporting.
Report physically at JNMC Belagavi with all original documents and attested copies on or before the reporting deadline.

JNMC M.Sc Medical Physiology Scholarships 2026

KAHER and JNMC offer institutional scholarships and fee concessions to deserving students across all programmes, including M.Sc. Medical Physiology. Scholarships are primarily merit-based and sports-based. In 2023-24, KAHER benefited 412 students with scholarships and fee waivers totalling over Rs. 3.51 crore across all programmes. Students from SC/ST and other reserved categories may also avail government scholarships from the Karnataka state government and central government schemes.

Scholarships Table

Scholarship / Scheme	Eligibility	Benefit
KAHER Institutional Merit Scholarship / Fee Concession	Based on academic merit and performance	Partial tuition fee waiver (amount varies)
KAHER Sports Scholarship	Outstanding performance in sports at state/national level	Partial fee concession
Karnataka Government Post-Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students from Karnataka	As per government norms
Central Government Scholarships (NSP)	Minority/SC/ST/OBC students meeting income criteria	As per government norms

Institutional scholarships are awarded at the discretion of KAHER based on merit and need.
Government scholarships must be applied for separately through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or Karnataka state scholarship portals.
Application deadlines for government scholarships are typically between October and December each year.
Students are advised to check the KAHER website and the college notice board for updated scholarship notifications each academic year.

JNMC M.Sc Medical Physiology FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc. Medical Physiology at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 2,11,000 (Rs. 71,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 70,000 each in Years 2 and 3). Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are charged separately. Hostel fees are also charged separately and are approximately Rs. 80,200 per year (boys) to Rs. 95,200 per year (girls), inclusive of food charges.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for M.Sc. Medical Physiology at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. No, there is no separate entrance examination for M.Sc. Medical Physiology at JNMC Belagavi. Admission is based on inter-se merit of the qualifying B.Sc. examination marks. Candidates apply online through the KAHER admissions portal, and selection is based on merit.

Ques. What subjects are covered in M.Sc. Medical Physiology at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. The programme follows a CBCS structure. Semesters I and II cover Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry as foundation subjects. Semesters III to VI focus exclusively on Physiology. Electives include Neurophysiology, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition Science, Blood Banking, GLP/GCP, Biomedical Ethics, Advanced Computer Skills (SPSS), and Art of Scientific Writing, among others.

Ques. What are the career options after M.Sc. Medical Physiology from JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Graduates can work as Physiology faculty/demonstrators in medical and allied health colleges, research scientists, lab assistants, sports and fitness physiologists, and biomedical scientists. They can also pursue Ph.D. in Physiology for senior academic and research positions. International career opportunities exist as Physiologist, Scientist, Sports and Fitness Instructor, Nutritionist, or Professor. Starting salary is approximately Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month; Ph.D. holders can earn Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per month.

Ques. Can M.Sc. Medical Physiology graduates teach in medical colleges?

Ans. Yes, M.Sc. Medical Physiology graduates are eligible to work as Demonstrators or Tutors in the Physiology departments of medical colleges. With a Ph.D., they can progress to Assistant Professor and higher academic positions as per NMC regulations for pre-clinical department teaching faculty.

Ques. When does the KAHER M.Sc. Medical Physiology admission process typically open?

Ans. Based on the 2025-26 cycle, the admission notification was issued in July 2025, the provisional selection list was released on 26 August 2025, and the reporting deadline was 8 September 2025. For 2026-27, a similar timeline is expected, with the notification likely in July 2026. Candidates should regularly check kaher.edu.in and apply.kaher.edu.in for updates.

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