Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences Madikeri MBBS : Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences (KoIMS) is merit-based, relying on the NEET-UG exam results. In 2017, candidates with a state rank around 1700 gained eligibility. The process involves online counseling through KEA, and seat allocation occurs in two rounds. The college is favored for its excellent faculty, high pass rates, and peaceful setting. The 5.5-year course includes a one-year internship. The faculty-to-student ratio is 1:25, and each department typically has a head and several professors.

Fees are affordable, with tuition around Rs 64,400 annually, totaling Rs 322,000 over four years. Additional costs include hostel fees at Rs 9,000 per year and transportation fees approximately Rs 12,000. Other expenses like mess fees and books can reach Rs 30,000 and Rs 10,000, respectively. Admission and college fees are about Rs 20,000 and Rs 25,000, making financial aid or loans necessary for some. The internship pays stipends between Rs 20,000 to Rs 40,000 monthly.

While not offering direct job placements, the college guides students toward postgraduate studies and government sector opportunities. Scholarships are not directly offered by the college but students can apply for state and central scholarships, with reserved category students receiving up to 40,000 INR in support. Karnataka residents can receive up to 60,000 INR, while non-residents and minorities may access up to 30,000 INR. Economically weaker students can obtain scholarships up to 66,000 INR yearly.

Tuition fees range from 60,000 to 71,500 INR, and SC/ST students benefit from fee waivers. Financial aid relies heavily on external government programs.