DM

Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hubli offers a 3-year DM super-specialty programme in two specializations, DM Nephrology and DM Neurology, affiliated to RGUHS and recognised by NMC. Both are government-regulated with a uniform fee of INR 6,61,950 for three years. Admission is through NEET-SS merit and MCC centralised counselling at mcc.nic.in.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. NEET-SS results were declared on January 28, 2026. MCC super-specialty counselling for the 2026 batch has concluded. The next NEET-SS application cycle is expected to be notified by NBE at natboard.edu.in.

Key Points

• Training at KIMS Hospital, a major North Karnataka tertiary referral centre with dedicated specialty units.
• Both DM programmes require a compulsory research dissertation per NMC and RGUHS curriculum.
• Monthly government stipend paid to all DM residents at KIMS Hubli during the 3-year programme.
• DM Nephrology covers renal biopsy, dialysis, and transplant nephrology. DM Neurology covers EEG, EMG, and neuro-critical care.

KIMS Hubli DM Fees 2026

• Fees are government-regulated at KIMS Hubli, a state government institution.
• Hostel and related charges are billed separately.
• DM residents receive a monthly stipend as per government norms.
• Fees are subject to change, verify with official sources before admission.

KIMS Hubli DM Admission 2026

Admission to DM programmes at KIMS Hubli is through NEET-SS merit and MCC centralised super-specialty counselling. For the 2026 batch, NEET-SS was held on December 26-27, 2025, results were declared on January 28, 2026, and MCC counselling was conducted thereafter.

Important Dates

• All DM seats are filled via NEET-SS and MCC centralised counselling.
• Check mcc.nic.in for the next super-specialty counselling schedule.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• MD degree in the relevant feeder specialty from an NMC-recognised institution, with permanent State Medical Council registration.
• Valid NEET-SS score in the relevant feeder specialty group, conducted by NBE at natboard.edu.in.
• All DM seats at KIMS Hubli are filled through MCC centralised counselling. No upper age limit applies as per NMC norms.

Admission Process

• Qualify NEET-SS in the relevant feeder specialty (exam held annually in December by NBE).
• Register for MCC centralised super-specialty counselling at mcc.nic.in after NEET-SS results are declared.
• Fill KIMS Hubli and preferred DM specialization in the preference list and attend seat allotment rounds.
• Submit MD certificate, State Medical Council registration, NEET-SS scorecard, and allotment letter at KIMS Hubli admissions.
• Complete fee payment and report to KIMS Hubli within the date specified in the allotment letter.

✓ Opt for this if

• Government DM seat at regulated fees in Nephrology or Neurology is the priority
• High-volume specialty caseload at a government tertiary hospital is valued for training
• Planning long-term super-specialty practice in North Karnataka or Karnataka
• NEET-SS rank suits a government regional medical college DM seat
• Stipend income during training significantly reduces financial burden

✗ Skip if

• NEET-SS rank qualifies for DM at AIIMS or PGI-level national institutes
• Subspecialty fellowship goals need a high-volume national transplant or epilepsy centre
• Research-intensive DM training at a national institute is the primary goal

KIMS Hubli DM Scholarships 2026

• Central and state scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC students.
• Confirm the current stipend rate with the KIMS Hubli super-specialty office.

KIMS Hubli DM FAQs

Ques. Does KIMS Hubli offer both DM Nephrology and DM Neurology, and how many seats are available?

Ans. Yes, KIMS Hubli offers DM in both Nephrology and Neurology. Seat count per specialization is determined annually by NMC and the institution. Check the MCC counselling notification each year for the available seat matrix at KIMS Hubli.

Ques. Is there a monthly stipend for DM residents at KIMS Hubli?

Ans. Yes, all DM residents at KIMS Hubli receive a monthly stipend in line with RGUHS and government norms. The stipend is paid throughout the 3-year programme. Confirm the current rate with the KIMS Hubli super-specialty office before joining, as amounts are periodically revised by the government.

Ques. Can I choose between DM Nephrology and Neurology at KIMS Hubli based on my NEET-SS rank?

Ans. Both require different feeder MD degrees. DM Nephrology requires MD General Medicine or Paediatrics and DM Neurology requires MD General Medicine or Paediatrics in the relevant NEET-SS group. Your feeder specialty and NEET-SS rank determine which specializations you can opt for during MCC counselling. Both are available at KIMS Hubli subject to seat availability.

Ques. Is MCC the only route to DM admission at KIMS Hubli?

Ans. All DM seats at KIMS Hubli are filled through MCC centralised super-specialty counselling at mcc.nic.in. There is no separate institutional or state-level direct admission for DM programmes. Both government and management quota seats follow NMC-mandated centralised counselling procedures.

Ques. What is the research requirement in the DM programme at KIMS Hubli?

Ans. Both DM Nephrology and DM Neurology at KIMS Hubli require a compulsory research dissertation as per NMC and RGUHS guidelines. The dissertation involves original clinical research under faculty supervision and must be submitted and defended before the final examination at the end of the 3-year programme.

Ques. What career paths are available after completing DM from KIMS Hubli?

Ans. DM graduates from KIMS Hubli can work as consultant nephrologists or neurologists in government and private hospitals, dialysis units, stroke units, and neuro-ICUs. Further subspecialty fellowships at national institutes are also an option. Demand for both nephrologists and neurologists is high given the growing disease burden in India.