Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]

AJ Institute of Medical Sciences Mangalore (AJIMS), affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and approved by the National Medical Commission, offers MBBS with 150 seats. The 5.5-year program includes clinical training at the attached AJ Hospital, a 1,200-bed multi-specialty facility. Annual fees range from INR 1,09,800 for government quota to INR 6,95,550 for management quota seats. NEET-UG is the sole admission criterion.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. MCC NEET Counselling Round 1 ends 30 July 2026.

Key Points

• Clinical training at AJ Hospital with 1,200 beds and 30 plus specialties
• Ranked 20th among private medical universities in India by Outlook 2024
• Strong MD/MS/DM postgraduate programs available for future specialization

AJIMS MBBS Fees 2026

• Government quota fees are fixed by Karnataka Fee Regulatory Authority.
• Management quota total for 4.5 years is INR 31,29,975 as per college fee schedule.
• Hostel accommodation available on campus with charges billed separately.

AJIMS MBBS Admission 2026

• AIQ counselling by MCC at mcc.nic.in covers 15% of total MBBS seats.
• State quota counselling for 85% of seats is handled by Karnataka KEA.
• Management quota admission proceeds through KEA after state quota rounds.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English from a recognized board
• Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General/EWS candidates
• 40% aggregate for OBC/SC/ST candidates and 45% for PwD candidates
• Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year
• Valid NEET-UG score is mandatory for all seat categories

Admission Process

• Qualify NEET-UG with score above the required percentile for Karnataka MBBS seats
• Register for MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in for AIQ seats (15% of total)
• Register with Karnataka KEA for state quota and management quota counselling
• Fill college preferences during option entry period and submit
• Report to AJIMS with original documents after seat allotment
• Complete document verification and fee payment to confirm enrollment

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking MBBS in Mangalore with a large attached multi-specialty hospital
• Planning MD/MS specialization and want an institution with PG programs
• Have Karnataka state domicile and seeking merit-based state quota seat
• Looking for a private medical college ranked among Outlook top 20

✗ Skip if

• Management quota fees of INR 31 lakh total are not within budget
• Prefer a government medical college with lower fee structure
• NEET score is not competitive for Karnataka state quota cutoff

AJIMS MBBS Scholarships 2026

• Apply for Karnataka Rajyotsava Scholarship via the state e-scholarship portal.
• NSP scholarship applications open annually on the National Scholarship Portal.

As mentioned, AJIMS offers admission to MBBS program based on Karnataka-NEET-Counselling rank. AJIMS Karnataka-NEET-Counselling Cutoff 2025 rank is 80276 for the 1G category. Further, Karnataka-NEET-Counselling cutoff rank is 76222 for 1R , 81100 for 2AG , 69690 for 2AR and 58227 for 2BG category. Check AJIMS Cutoff

AJIMS MBBS Cutoff Year-wise Trends

The section below shows year-wise trends in AJIMS MBBS Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the AJIMS MBBS program in 2025 was closed at the 226624 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 231216 across all categories.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, AJIMS ranks 454 out of 632 colleges in India and 45th in state Karnataka for its MBBS program.

• 20 out of 28 under Outlook Medical Ranking 2024.

Read more on AJIMS Rankings here

AJIMS MBBS FAQs

Ques. What are the MBBS fees at AJIMS Mangalore for government and management quota?

Ans. At AJIMS Mangalore, the annual fee for government/AIQ quota MBBS seats is INR 1,09,800, making the total for 4.5 years INR 4,94,100. For management quota seats, the annual fee is INR 6,95,550, making the 4.5-year total INR 31,29,975. NRI quota fees are USD 53,355 per year. Hostel charges are billed separately at INR 1,20,000 per year.

Ques. What is the NEET cutoff for AJIMS Mangalore MBBS admission?

Ans. The NEET cutoff for AJIMS Mangalore MBBS varies each year based on the total number of applicants, NEET difficulty level, and available seat matrix. For state quota seats, the closing rank has historically ranged from 70,000 to 1,40,000 for general category candidates. Management quota seats have been available at relatively lower ranks. Candidates should check the official Karnataka KEA and MCC counselling round results for current-year cutoff data.

Ques. How is MBBS admission done at AJIMS Mangalore through MCC and KEA?

Ans. MBBS admission at AJIMS Mangalore is through two routes. The AIQ route covers 15% of seats through MCC national counselling at mcc.nic.in, where candidates register, fill preferences, and receive seat allotment. The state quota route covering 85% of seats and management quota are handled through Karnataka KEA. Candidates must register on both portals after NEET results. Document verification and fee payment at AJIMS complete the admission process.

Ques. What is the attached hospital facility at AJIMS for MBBS clinical training?

Ans. AJIMS Mangalore is attached to AJ Hospital and Research Centre, a 1,200-bed multi-specialty facility with over 30 clinical departments. MBBS students undergo clinical postings at this hospital starting from the second year, gaining experience in medicine, surgery, obstetrics, pediatrics, orthopedics, and other specialties. The large bed strength and diverse case mix ensures substantial clinical exposure during the 4.5-year academic program.

Ques. Does AJIMS Mangalore offer postgraduate medical programs after MBBS?

Ans. Yes, AJIMS Mangalore offers MD and MS in multiple clinical and para-clinical specialties, as well as super-specialty DM and M.Ch programs. This makes AJIMS a preferred choice for MBBS students who plan to continue at the same institution for postgraduate training. The availability of PG programs is an advantage for students aiming for specialization immediately after MBBS and internship completion.

Ques. Is AJIMS Mangalore MBBS recognized for practice abroad and in Gulf countries?

Ans. AJIMS Mangalore is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), India, which makes the MBBS degree valid for medical practice across India. For practice abroad, graduates must clear respective country licensing exams such as USMLE for the USA, PLAB for the UK, AMC for Australia, or HAAD/DHA for the UAE. The NMC recognition is accepted by most Gulf and international licensing authorities as evidence of a valid medical degree.