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Admission to the MBBS program at Ashwini Rural Medical College in Solapur, Maharashtra, is based on NEET scores. The college offers 100 seats, and applicants must have completed their 12th grade in the science stream. Admission is determined by state merit and college preferences. The college provides a strong infrastructure, including hostel facilities and an on-site hospital for practical training. The faculty comprises about 80 qualified doctors offering clinical postings and practical sessions.
While lectures can be less engaging, the clinical exposure is highly beneficial. The course fee is 8 lakhs, with additional hostel and mess fees of 2 lakhs. Category students pay tuition fees of 7.5 lakhs and development fees of 80,000. The total MBBS fees are around 35 lakhs, payable through various methods, including online options. Despite the high fees, the college offers excellent education and facilities. A one-year compulsory rotational internship is required, covering various medical fields, though no stipend is provided.
While the college does not offer direct placements, it supports 100% placement through internships. Graduates often pursue further studies or work as medical officers, especially in rural areas. Scholarships and fee reimbursements are available, including the Post Matric Scholarship and Tata Trust scholarships for rankers. The MAHADBT scholarship supports various categories, and educational loans are accessible. Open category fees are approximately INR 14 lakh annually, with management quota fees exceeding INR 70 lakh plus open fees for three years.
General category fees are about INR 9 lakh per year, excluding hostel and mess costs. The Rajarshi Shahu Fee Reimbursement scheme offers a 50% reduction for eligible students, and SC/ST students do not pay tuition fees but have a kit fee of INR 10,000. Hostel and mess fees are about INR 1.5 lakh for all students. EWS students receive a 50% scholarship discount. A noted issue is the collection of hostel and mess fees during lockdowns when facilities were not in use.
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