Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

MD Forensic Medicine (also referred to as MD Forensic Medicine and Toxicology) is a 3-year full-time postgraduate medical programme offered at Sapthagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (SIMSRC), Bangalore. The course trains doctors in medico-legal aspects of medicine, forensic pathology, toxicology, clinical forensic medicine, and forensic psychiatry. SIMSRC offers 2 seats in MD Forensic Medicine, with a total 3-year fee of Rs. 2,32,777 applicable uniformly across Government and Private quota seats. The programme is conducted in full-time on-campus mode, affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). MD Forensic Medicine is a specialisation with growing relevance in medico-legal practice, academic institutions, and government forensic services.

Admissions for the 2026 batch are expected to be conducted through Karnataka NEET PG Counselling by KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority) following the NEET PG 2026 examination tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2026. The NEET PG 2026 registration is expected to open in April 2026. Karnataka KEA PG counselling for the 2026 batch is expected to commence from October 2026 onwards, based on the previous year's pattern.

Key Points

MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC is affiliated to RGUHS and approved by NMC, ensuring a nationally recognised postgraduate qualification.
Only 2 seats are available, making it a niche specialisation with limited competition compared to clinical branches.
The fee structure for MD Forensic Medicine is uniform across Government and Private quota at Rs. 2,32,777 for the full 3-year programme, making it one of the more affordable PG medical courses at SIMSRC.
Graduates can pursue careers in government forensic departments, medical colleges as faculty, medico-legal consultancy, and forensic laboratories.
The course is conducted at the attached 1,070-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital, providing exposure to medico-legal cases.

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SIMSRC MD Forensic Medicine Fees

MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC has a uniform fee structure with no differentiation between Government and Private quota seats. The total 3-year fee is Rs. 2,32,777 for all eligible candidates. There is no separate Management or NRI quota fee listed for this course, making it one of the most affordable postgraduate medical programmes at SIMSRC.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Government / Private Quota (3 Years)
Tuition Fees	Rs. 2,32,777
Total Fees	Rs. 2,32,777

The fees mentioned above are total fees for the entire 3-year MD programme as per the 2025 fee structure approved by the Karnataka Private Medical Colleges Association (KPMCA) / RGUHS.
Hostel facility is available on campus separately for male and female students; hostel fees are charged additionally and are not included in the above figures.
Fee payment schedules and instalment options, if any, are communicated at the time of admission by the college administration.
Fees are subject to revision by the Fee Fixation Committee for subsequent academic years.

SIMSRC MD Forensic Medicine Admission 2026

Admissions to MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC are based on NEET PG scores and conducted through Karnataka KEA PG Counselling for state quota seats and MCC for All India Quota seats. For the 2026 batch, NEET PG 2026 is tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2026, and Karnataka KEA counselling is expected to follow from October 2026 onwards. Candidates must have completed MBBS from an NMC-recognised institution and hold a valid internship completion certificate.

SIMSRC Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
NEET PG 2026 Registration Opens	April 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Registration Closes	May 7, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card	June 11, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date	August 30, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Result Declaration	September/October 2026
Karnataka KEA PG Counselling Merit List	October 2026
Karnataka KEA Round 1 Choice Filling	October/November 2026
Karnataka KEA Round 1 Seat Allotment	November 2026
Karnataka KEA Round 2 Counselling	November/December 2026
Batch Commencement	January 2027

NEET PG Key Exam Dates

Event	Tentative Date
NEET PG 2026 Application Form Release	April 7, 2026
Last Date to Apply	May 7, 2026
Admit Card Download	June 11, 2026
NEET PG 2026 Exam	August 30, 2026
Result Announcement	September/October 2026

All dates are tentative and subject to official notification by NBEMS and KEA Karnataka.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from a college recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Candidates must have completed 1 year of compulsory rotating internship on or before March 31 of the year of admission.
Candidates must possess a valid permanent or provisional registration certificate issued by NMC or the respective State Medical Council.
Candidates must have qualified NEET PG with a minimum of 50th percentile (General category) or 45th percentile (SC/ST/OBC/PwD category).

Admission Process

Appear in NEET PG 2026 conducted by NBEMS.
Register for Karnataka KEA PG Counselling on the official KEA portal (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in).
Upload required documents and pay the registration fee.
Fill in college and course preferences during the choice-filling window.
Attend document verification at KEA office as per the schedule.
Receive seat allotment letter and report to SIMSRC within the stipulated deadline.
Complete admission formalities and fee payment at the college.

SIMSRC MD Forensic Medicine Scholarships 2026

SIMSRC does not have a dedicated institutional scholarship programme for MD Forensic Medicine students. However, students may avail of the following government scholarship schemes applicable to postgraduate medical students in Karnataka.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Karnataka Government Post-Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in Karnataka	Fee reimbursement as per government norms
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes	Minority / SC / ST / OBC students with valid income certificate	Varies by scheme; partial to full fee support
Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship	SC students in Karnataka	Tuition fee and maintenance allowance
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)	Wards of ex-servicemen / paramilitary personnel	Rs. 3,000 per month (female) / Rs. 2,500 per month (male)

Students must apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or Karnataka Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship portal within the prescribed deadlines, typically in October/November each year.
Scholarship benefits are subject to income criteria, domicile requirements, and category certificates.

SIMSRC M.D Forensic Medicine Ranking

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#472 out of 632 in India 2025

#14th in Bangalore

#49 in Karnataka

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SIMSRC MD Forensic Medicine FAQs

Q1. What is the total fee for MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC Bangalore?

Ans. The total fee for MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC is Rs. 2,32,777 for the entire 3-year programme, applicable uniformly across Government and Private quota seats. This makes it one of the most affordable PG medical specialisations at SIMSRC.

Q2. How many seats are available in MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC?

Ans. SIMSRC has 2 seats in MD Forensic Medicine. The limited seat count means that even with lower competition compared to clinical branches, candidates should have a reasonable NEET PG rank to secure admission through Karnataka KEA counselling.

Q3. What career options are available after MD Forensic Medicine from SIMSRC?

Ans. Graduates of MD Forensic Medicine can work as forensic medical officers in government hospitals, as faculty in medical colleges, in forensic science laboratories, as medico-legal consultants, and in insurance and legal sectors. Government forensic departments and state medical services are the primary employers.

Q4. Is NEET PG mandatory for admission to MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC?

Ans. Yes, NEET PG is the mandatory entrance examination for admission to MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC. Seats are allotted through Karnataka KEA PG Counselling (state quota) and MCC All India Quota counselling based on NEET PG scores.

Q5. What was the NEET PG closing rank for MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC in the last counselling?

Ans. In the Karnataka NEET PG Counselling 2024, MD Forensic Medicine at SIMSRC had a closing rank of 93,675 for the General (GM) category in Round 1, indicating that candidates with relatively lower NEET PG ranks can also secure admission in this specialisation.

Q6. Does SIMSRC provide hostel facilities for MD Forensic Medicine students?

Ans. Yes, SIMSRC provides separate hostel facilities for male and female postgraduate students on campus. Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the course tuition fees. Students are advised to confirm hostel availability and charges directly with the college administration at the time of admission.