Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
at Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center - [KIMS & RC]
About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center (KIMS RC), Chengalpattu, offers MBBS over 5.5 years with 150 seats, affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. Admission is through NEET-UG 2026 via Tamil Nadu centralised counselling. State quota tuition is INR 4,35,000 per year. The college operates a 650-bed teaching hospital for comprehensive clinical training.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds underway from July 2026.
KIMS RC Chengalpattu MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee per Year (State/Government Quota) | INR 4,35,000 |
| Tuition Fee per Year (Management Quota) | INR 13,50,000 |
| Hostel Fee (optional, per year) | INR 1,50,000 |
| Total Fees (State Quota, 4.5 years) | INR 19,57,500 |
- Management quota total for 4.5 academic years is INR 60,75,000.
- Hostel charges are optional and are not included in the state quota total above.
- Fee figures are based on 2024 to 2025 committee rates and may be revised for 2026 to 2027.
KIMS RC Chengalpattu MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Start | 8 February 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closing | 8 March 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card | 14 June 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam | 21 June 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | 16 July 2026 |
| TN NEET UG Counselling Registration | 29 June 2026 |
| TN Counselling Round 1 Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Tamil Nadu centralised counselling is conducted at tnmedicalselection.net by the Selection Committee, DME.
- State quota seats at KIMS RC are filled through TN state counselling rounds.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB subjects (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- Must have qualified NEET-UG 2026 with the prescribed minimum score
- Minimum age of 17 years as of 31 December 2026
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 with the required percentile for Tamil Nadu state quota or management quota
- Register at tnmedicalselection.net for Tamil Nadu NEET UG centralised counselling
- Fill and lock college and course choices on the counselling portal within stipulated dates
- Receive seat allotment result and download the allotment order from the portal
- Report to KIMS RC Chengalpattu with original documents for verification and fee payment
- Management quota candidates should contact KIMS RC admissions office directly after the NEET result
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting MBBS at a Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR University-affiliated college
- State quota fee of INR 4,35,000 per year suits your family budget
- Planning a medical career in Tamil Nadu or South India
- Comfortable with a semi-urban campus near Chennai for clinical training
✗ Skip if
- Seeking a government medical college with lower regulated fee
- NEET rank is strong enough for a higher-ranked medical college
- Management quota fee of INR 13,50,000 per year is beyond budget
KIMS RC Chengalpattu MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government SC/ST/BC Scholarship | As per government schedule | SC/ST/BC/MBC students enrolled in recognised colleges in Tamil Nadu |
| Post-matric Scholarship (Central) | As per NSP norms | SC/ST/OBC students via National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in |
| TANSCHE Merit Scholarship | As per scheme norms | Meritorious students in professional courses based on 12th marks and NEET score |
- Scholarship applications must be submitted within the deadline set for each academic year.
- Verify current scholarship availability at scholarships.gov.in and the Tamil Nadu government portal.
As mentioned, Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center Chengalpattu offers admission to MBBS program based on Tamil-Nadu-NEET-Counselling rank. Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center Chengalpattu Tamil-Nadu-NEET-Counselling Cutoff 2025 rank is 3751 for the General category. Further, Tamil-Nadu-NEET-Counselling cutoff rank is 12300 for SC , 16071 for ST , 4803 for BC and 4659 for BCM category. Check Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center Chengalpattu Cutoff
Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center Chengalpattu MBBS Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center Chengalpattu MBBS Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center Chengalpattu MBBS program in 2025 was closed at the 18011 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 16949 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 3562 | 3671 |
| SC | 11652 | 11602 |
| ST | 15499 | 16928 |
| BC | 4009 | 3969 |
| BCM | 4467 | 4139 |
| MBC | 4968 | 5182 |
| SCA | 17568 | 16949 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center Chengalpattu ranks 521 out of 632 colleges in India and 56th in state Tamil Nadu for its MBBS program.
KIMS RC Chengalpattu MBBS FAQs
Ques. How many MBBS seats are available at KIMS RC Chengalpattu and what is the admission process?
Ans. KIMS RC Chengalpattu has an annual MBBS intake of 150 seats. Admission is through NEET-UG 2026 via Tamil Nadu centralised counselling at tnmedicalselection.net. State quota seats are filled by the Selection Committee, DME Tamil Nadu, while management quota seats are filled directly by the college. Candidates must register, fill choices, and report to the college after receiving the seat allotment order.
Ques. What is the MBBS fee at KIMS RC Chengalpattu for state and management quota students?
Ans. For state quota students, MBBS tuition at KIMS RC Chengalpattu is INR 4,35,000 per year, giving a total of INR 19,57,500 over 4.5 academic years. For management quota students, the fee is INR 13,50,000 per year, totalling INR 60,75,000 for the full course. These are 2024 to 2025 fee committee rates and may be revised for 2026 to 2027.
Ques. What was the NEET cutoff rank for KIMS RC Chengalpattu MBBS in the previous year?
Ans. In the 2024 Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling, the closing rank for KIMS RC Chengalpattu ranged from 3,671 to 3,969 across rounds for the general category. Cutoffs shift each year based on NEET score distribution and seat availability. Candidates should track the official Tamil Nadu DME counselling results at tnmedicalselection.net for 2026 round-wise closing ranks.
Ques. What university is KIMS RC Chengalpattu affiliated with and is the MBBS degree recognised?
Ans. KIMS RC Chengalpattu is affiliated with Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. The MBBS degree is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is valid for medical licensing, postgraduate admissions, and government medical service throughout India. The college was established in 2009 and runs a 650-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital for clinical training.
Ques. Does KIMS RC Chengalpattu have hostel facilities for MBBS students?
Ans. Yes, KIMS RC Chengalpattu provides separate hostel accommodation for students. Hostel fees are INR 1,50,000 per year for the 2025 to 2026 session. Students should contact the hostel or admissions office to confirm current availability, exact charges, and room allocation for the 2026 academic year, as fees may be revised each session.
Ques. Are there scholarships available for MBBS students at KIMS RC Chengalpattu?
Ans. Yes, MBBS students at KIMS RC Chengalpattu from SC/ST/BC/MBC categories are eligible for Tamil Nadu government post-matric scholarships. Central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal are also available for eligible categories. TANSCHE merit scholarships may be granted to academically strong students. Students should apply at scholarships.gov.in and the Tamil Nadu government scholarship portal well before the prescribed deadline each year.