Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Mangalore, Karnataka, a constituent unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and NAAC ’A’ accredited, offers the Master of Science [M.Sc.] in Anesthesia & OTT, a two-year full-time postgraduate allied health programme providing advanced specialised training in assisting consultant anaesthesiologists in pre-operative patient assessment and preparation, operating and maintaining anaesthesia machines and monitoring equipment, managing anaesthesia circuits and ventilators during surgery, preparing operation theatres for elective and emergency procedures, and ensuring instrument sterility and OT protocol compliance. The programme is conducted at KMC Mangalore through the Department of Anaesthesiology and Operation Theatre. Admission is through MAHE MET; the total two-year fee is ₹4,72,000.
KMC Mangalore M.Sc. Anesthesia & OTT applications for 2026-27 are open through May 31, 2026 at apply.manipal.edu. MAHE MET Phase 1 was conducted on April 13 to 14, 2026; results were declared April 18, 2026.
Key Points
- Two-year full-time M.Sc. Anesthesia & OTT at KMC Mangalore conducted through the Department of Anaesthesiology and Operation Theatre.
- Total two-year fee is ₹4,72,000; admission through MAHE MET.
- Applications for 2026-27 are open until May 31, 2026 at apply.manipal.edu.
- Graduates advance to senior clinical roles in specialised hospital departments across tertiary and super-specialty settings.
KMC Mangalore MSc Anesthesia & OTT Fees
MSc Anesthesia & OTT Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (Per Year) | ₹1,70,000 |
| Annual Other Charges (Per Year) | ₹61,000 |
| Total Fees (2-Year Programme) | ₹4,72,000 |
- The total fee of ₹4,72,000 is as per the MAHE 2026-27 official fee schedule; year 1 first instalment includes a refundable caution deposit of ₹10,000.
- Hostel accommodation at KMC Mangalore is available separately; annual hostel fee ₹2,31,000 (optional).
- Fee is payable in annual instalments; confirm the exact schedule at the time of admission.
KMC Mangalore MSc Anesthesia & OTT Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| MAHE MET Phase 1 Registration | Sep 30, 2025 to Mar 15, 2026 (Closed) |
| MAHE MET Phase 1 Exam | Apr 13 to Apr 14, 2026 (Conducted) |
| MAHE MET Phase 1 Result | Apr 18, 2026 (Tentative) |
| KMC M.Sc. Anesthesia & OTT Application Last Date | May 31, 2026 |
| Course Commencement | May to June 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
| MET (Manipal) Phase 1 | Mar 15, 2026 (Closed) | Apr 13 to 14, 2026 (Conducted) | Apr 18, 2026 |
- Applications for M.Sc. Anesthesia & OTT are accepted until May 31, 2026 at apply.manipal.edu.
- Merit list preparation gives 50% weightage to MET score and 50% to the qualifying UG marks.
- Candidates must hold the relevant qualifying undergraduate degree with minimum 55% aggregate.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- B.AOTT (Bachelor of Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology) or BPT or equivalent allied health science UG degree from a recognised institution with a minimum of 55% aggregate in the qualifying degree.
- Candidates appearing in their final UG examination may apply provisionally; admission is confirmed on producing the final marksheet.
- No specific age limit; candidates from all states are eligible.
Admission Process
- Register for MAHE MET at apply.manipal.edu and pay the ₹600 application fee.
- Appear for the online MAHE MET examination.
- Check MET results; apply to KMC Mangalore M.Sc. programme through the portal; last date May 31, 2026.
- Attend the MAHE counselling round if shortlisted.
- Accept the allotment, pay the admission fee, and report to KMC Mangalore for document verification.
KMC Mangalore MSc Anesthesia & OTT Scholarships 2026
MSc Anesthesia & OTT Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
| KMC Monthly Stipend (MD/MS/Fellowship) | ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 per month | All admitted PG/Fellowship students at KMC Mangalore; paid by the institution throughout training |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | ₹12,000 per year | Postgraduate students with family income below ₹8,00,000/year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- KMC Mangalore provides a monthly stipend of ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 to all PG and fellowship students for the full course duration.
- The NSP Central Sector Scholarship is available to eligible postgraduates; applications are submitted online at scholarships.gov.in.
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