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The Diploma in Health Inspector (DHI) at Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hubli, also known as Karnataka Medical College and Research Institute (KMCRI), is a 2-year full-time on-campus diploma program (for PUC candidates) followed by a 3-month internship, regulated by the Karnataka Nursing and Paramedical Sciences Education (Regulation) Authority (formerly Para Medical Board, Karnataka). The course trains students in public health management, sanitation practices, disease prevention, environmental health, food safety inspection, and community health surveillance. KIMS Hubli, being a government medical college under the Government of Karnataka, offers this program at highly subsidized government-regulated fees of Rs. 4,000 per year for government quota seats. Admission is conducted through centralized merit-based counselling by PMB Karnataka, making it a sought-after program for students aspiring to careers in public health and government health departments.

Admissions for the academic year 2026-27 are expected to open tentatively in June-July 2026, based on the 2025-26 cycle where online applications were accepted from June 26 to July 25, 2025. The last date for admission for 2025-26 was September 30, 2025, and classes commenced from October 1, 2025. For the current academic year 2025-26, admissions are closed and classes are already underway.

Key Points

KIMS Hubli (KMCRI) is a government medical college offering the DHI diploma at highly subsidized fees for government quota seats, making it one of the most affordable public health diploma programs in Karnataka.
The course is regulated by the Karnataka Nursing and Paramedical Sciences Education (Regulation) Authority (formerly Para Medical Board, Karnataka).
Admission is purely merit-based through centralized online counselling conducted by PMB Karnataka; no entrance exam is required.
Candidates must have studied at least 7 years in Karnataka (from 1st to 10th standard or PUC) to be eligible for government quota seats.
Graduates are eligible for government jobs as Health Inspectors, Sanitary Inspectors, and Public Health Officers in municipal corporations, gram panchayats, and state health departments.

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KIMS DHI Fees

The Diploma in Health Inspector at KIMS Hubli is offered at government-regulated fees, making it one of the most affordable paramedical diploma programs in Karnataka. For government quota seats in government colleges like KIMS Hubli, the annual tuition fee is just Rs. 4,000, resulting in a total tuition fee of Rs. 8,000 for the 2-year program. Management quota seats, if available, are charged at Rs. 20,000 per year. Hostel facilities are available on campus at nominal charges.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Government Quota (Govt. College)	Management Quota
Tuition Fee (per year)	Rs. 4,000	Rs. 20,000
Registration Fee (one-time, to PMB)	Rs. 500	Rs. 500
Hostel Fee (per year, optional)	Rs. 600 - 1,560	Rs. 600 - 1,560
Total Fees (2 years, excl. hostel)	Rs. 8,500	Rs. 40,500

Registration fee of Rs. 500 is a one-time payment made to the Para Medical Board at the time of admission.
Hostel fees are optional and not mandatory; students may opt for off-campus accommodation.
Fees are subject to revision by the Government of Karnataka from time to time.
Examination fee is Rs. 300 per subject per year (payable to PMB Karnataka).
No EMI options are typically available for government-regulated fee courses.

KIMS DHI Admission 2026

Admissions to the Diploma in Health Inspector at KIMS Hubli are conducted through centralized online counselling by the Para Medical Board (PMB) Karnataka. The process is merit-based, with candidates ranked on the basis of their SSLC/PUC marks. For 2025-26, the online application window was open from June 26 to July 25, 2025, followed by multiple rounds of online and offline counselling. Admissions for 2026-27 are expected to follow a similar schedule, tentatively opening in June-July 2026.

KIMS Hubli / PMB Karnataka Admission Dates

Event	2025-26 (Actual)	2026-27 (Tentative)
Online Application Opens	June 26, 2025	June 2026
Online Application Closes	July 25, 2025	July 2026
Counselling Round 1 (Online)	August 2025	August 2026
Counselling Round 2 (Online)	August-September 2025	August-September 2026
Counselling Round 3 (Online/Offline)	September 2025	September 2026
Last Date for Admission	September 30, 2025	September 30, 2026 (tentative)
Commencement of Classes	October 1, 2025	October 1, 2026 (tentative)
Annual Examination	November 2025	November 2026 (tentative)
Results Announcement	December 2025	December 2026 (tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

No mandatory entrance exam is required for admission to the Diploma in Health Inspector at KIMS Hubli. Selection is based purely on merit (SSLC/PUC marks) through PMB Karnataka counselling. There is no state-level or national-level entrance test for this course.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed SSLC (10th) or II PUC with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Botany/Zoology from a recognized board.
Candidates must have studied at least 7 years in Karnataka (from 1st Standard to 10th Standard or PUC).
Maximum age limit: 35 years for General and OBC categories; 40 years for SC/ST and in-service candidates.

Admission Process

Register and submit the online application on the PMB Karnataka website (www.pmbkarnataka.org) within the notified dates.
Pay the application fee online: Rs. 400 for General category; Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Category-I.
A merit-cum-category rank list is prepared based on SSLC/PUC marks.
Participate in online counselling: enter course and college preferences after document verification.
Allotment of seats is done based on rank, category, and availability.
Report to the allotted college (KIMS Hubli) with original documents and pay the admission fee before the last date.
Offline counselling rounds are conducted for remaining seats after online rounds.

KIMS DHI Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to the Diploma in Health Inspector at KIMS Hubli can avail of several government scholarships, particularly those offered by the Government of Karnataka and the Central Government. The Post-Matric Scholarship (SSP) is the most widely availed scholarship for Karnataka domicile students from SC/ST/OBC and minority communities. Students from economically weaker sections can also apply for central government scholarships.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Application
Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship (SSP)	Karnataka domicile SC/ST/OBC/Minority students; family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance (varies by category)	Apply via ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in
NSP (PM-USP) Yojana	80% in Class 12; parental income up to Rs. 4.5 Lakhs; recognized course	Rs. 82,000 per annum	Apply via scholarships.gov.in
Jindal SSP Scholarship	Karnataka students with financial need	Varies	Apply via college/institution
FFE (Foundation for Excellence) Scholarship	Meritorious students from low-income families	Varies	Apply via ffe.org

SSP scholarship applications must be submitted within the notified dates each academic year via the Karnataka SSP portal.
Students must maintain minimum attendance and academic performance to continue receiving scholarships.
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision by the respective authorities.
Students are advised to apply for scholarships immediately after admission to avoid missing deadlines.

KIMS DHI FAQs

Ques. Is there any entrance exam for admission to the Diploma in Health Inspector at KIMS Hubli?

Ans. No, there is no entrance exam. Admission is purely merit-based through centralized online counselling conducted by the Para Medical Board (PMB) Karnataka. Your rank is determined by your SSLC or II PUC marks.

Ques. What is the actual fee for the DHI diploma at KIMS Hubli for a government quota seat?

Ans. For government quota seats in government colleges like KIMS Hubli, the tuition fee is just Rs. 4,000 per year (Rs. 8,000 for the full 2-year course), plus a one-time PMB registration fee of Rs. 500. This makes it one of the most affordable paramedical diploma programs in Karnataka.

Ques. What is the duration of the Diploma in Health Inspector course and does it include an internship?

Ans. For PUC (12th pass) candidates, the course duration is 2 years plus a 3-month internship. For SSLC (10th pass) candidates, the duration is 3 years plus a 3-month internship. The internship is mandatory for award of the diploma certificate.

Ques. What are the career opportunities after completing the Diploma in Health Inspector from KIMS Hubli?

Ans. Graduates can work as Health Inspectors, Sanitary Inspectors, or Public Health Officers in government departments such as municipal corporations, gram panchayats, state health departments, and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). They can also work in private hospitals, food processing industries, and NGOs focused on public health. Government jobs in this field typically offer salaries ranging from Rs. 2-7 Lakhs per annum depending on experience and grade.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka apply for admission to this course at KIMS Hubli?

Ans. The PMB Karnataka counselling requires candidates to have studied at least 7 years in Karnataka (from 1st to 10th standard or PUC). Students who do not meet this domicile requirement are generally not eligible for government quota seats through PMB counselling.

Ques. When does the next admission cycle for 2026-27 begin, and how should I apply?

Ans. Based on the 2025-26 cycle, the online application for 2026-27 is expected to open tentatively in June 2026 on the PMB Karnataka website (www.pmbkarnataka.org). Candidates should regularly check the website for official notifications. Applications are accepted only online; offline applications are not entertained.