Admission to the medical college in Mandya requires passing entrance exams like NEET and KCET, with a minimum of 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 12th grade. NEET scores are crucial for the state-wise merit-based counseling and college allotment. Typically, the state rank for college allocation is around 540 in CET. The college is known for its experienced faculty, with many lecturers having over 20 years of teaching experience.
Each department is well-staffed, maintaining a 1:4 faculty-to-student ratio, ensuring personalized attention and guidance for students. The college is renowned for its NICU wards, obstetrics and gynecology departments, and a new cancer institute in Karnataka. The 5.5-year course includes a one-year mandatory internship at the college hospital, covering 19 departments and offering practical exposure. Interns receive a stipend ranging from INR 15,000 to INR 35,000 per month. Tuition fees have increased to INR 60,000 per year, with hostel fees at INR 30,000 annually and monthly mess charges around INR 3,000.
The college offers various scholarships such as SSP and NSP based on category and family income, significantly reducing costs for eligible students. SC/ST students pay much lower tuition fees, around INR 500 to INR 750. Hostel fees range from INR 12,000 to INR 40,000 yearly. Scholarships can cover up to 100% of tuition for families earning less than INR 200,000 annually. Although there are no direct placements post-internship, the college prepares students for NEET PG exams.
Fees might increase by 10% annually, but scholarships and financial aid ensure education remains accessible. The admissions process is transparent, with fees paid through bank challan, making the education affordable for middle-class families.
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