KIMS Hubli Diploma: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hubballi, offers seven full-time diploma programmes in paramedical and nursing streams affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS). Duration ranges from two years (paramedical diplomas) to three years (GNM). Total fees range from INR 5,300 (GNM) to INR 8,500 (other diplomas), with government-regulated rates. Admission is merit-based through the Karnataka Paramedical Board and RGUHS nursing authority, with no separate entrance examination.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open September 2026 (Tentative).

KIMS Hubli Diploma Fees 2026

All programmes are government-regulated under RGUHS norms. Hostel charges are not included in the figures below.

Course	Duration	Total Fees
Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology	2 Years	INR 8,500
Diploma in Dialysis Technology	2 Years	INR 8,500
Diploma in Health Inspector	2 Years	INR 8,500
Diploma in Medical Imaging Technology	2 Years	INR 8,500
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology	2 Years	INR 8,500
Diploma in OT Technology and Anaesthesia	2 Years	INR 8,500
Diploma in Nursing (GNM)	3 Years	INR 5,300

Hostel charges are excluded and payable separately.
Fees are government-regulated and subject to RGUHS revision.

Fees are subject to change. Please verify with official sources before taking admission.

KIMS Hubli Diploma Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Window	As notified by Karnataka Paramedical Board / RGUHS for 2026-27
Merit List / Counselling	As notified for 2026-27
Classes Commence	2026 (as per academic calendar)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 10+2 (Class XII) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for paramedical and nursing diploma programmes.
GNM additionally requires a minimum age of 17 years and INC/RGUHS nursing eligibility norms.
Karnataka domicile eligibility applies for state-coordinated seats as per RGUHS guidelines.

Admission Process

Merit list is prepared on the basis of 10+2 qualifying examination marks.
Paramedical diplomas are coordinated through the Karnataka Paramedical Board.
GNM admission is conducted through the RGUHS nursing admission authority.
No separate written entrance examination is conducted for any of these programmes.

✓ Opt for this if

Based in Hubli-Dharwad seeking affordable government-rate healthcare training.
Targeting Karnataka government health department roles after diploma completion.
Want hospital-based clinical training at a government tertiary care campus.
Budget is a constraint and private college paramedical fees are not viable.

✗ Skip if

Need a degree-level qualification for postgraduate admission or senior clinical roles.
Looking for campus placement support or private hospital recruitment partnerships.
Planning to work in metro-tier private hospitals outside Karnataka.

KIMS Hubli Diploma Scholarships 2026

Students from reserved categories and economically weaker sections can apply for central and state-level scholarships.

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central)	As per NSP norms	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students, apply at scholarships.gov.in
Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship (State)	As per state norms	SC/ST/OBC Karnataka residents, apply through state portal

Scholarship deadlines for 2026-27 are announced on official portals.

KIMS Hubli Diploma FAQs

Ques. Is there a written entrance test for KIMS Hubli diploma admissions?

Ans. No. All diploma admissions at KIMS Hubli are merit-based on 10+2 qualifying examination marks. The Karnataka Paramedical Board coordinates paramedical admissions and RGUHS handles GNM, without any separate written entrance examination.

Ques. What is the difference between DMLT and Diploma in Medical Imaging Technology at KIMS Hubli?

Ans. DMLT (Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology) focuses on pathology, biochemistry, and microbiology lab work. The Diploma in Medical Imaging Technology covers radiology, ultrasound, and CT/MRI operations. Both are two-year programmes under RGUHS affiliation at KIMS Hubli.

Ques. Can KIMS Hubli diploma holders upgrade to a B.Sc degree?

Ans. RGUHS offers Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing for GNM holders and lateral entry B.Sc Paramedical routes for relevant diploma holders. Eligibility and available seats depend on RGUHS guidelines for the admission year. Candidates should verify current routes directly with RGUHS before applying.

Ques. Does KIMS Hubli provide hostel facilities for diploma students?

Ans. Hostel availability at KIMS Hubli is subject to institutional capacity. Hostel charges are separate from tuition fees. Candidates should contact the KIMS Hubli admissions office directly for current hostel availability for the 2026-27 session.

Ques. What career options are available after the Diploma in OT Technology and Anaesthesia at KIMS Hubli?

Ans. Graduates can work as Operation Theatre Technicians in government and private hospitals, surgical centres, and trauma care units. Karnataka government health department roles are also open to RGUHS-affiliated diploma holders in this specialization.

Ques. Are SC/ST students eligible for fee support at KIMS Hubli?

Ans. SC/ST students from Karnataka can apply for the NSP Post-Matric and Karnataka state post-matric scholarships, which can substantially cover tuition costs. As a government institution, KIMS Hubli already charges government-regulated fees that are among the most affordable in Karnataka for paramedical and nursing programmes.