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About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belagavi, a constituent unit of KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), offers a 5-year full-time MBBS programme for 200 seats. Admission is exclusively through NEET-UG via MCC (All-India quota) and KEA (Karnataka quota) counselling. Total tuition fees are INR 86.25 Lakhs for the full course. Clinical training takes place at the attached 2,400-bed KLE Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital, Belagavi.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 29 July 2026.
KLE University MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | INR 19,20,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Years 2 to 4, per year) | INR 19,15,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 5) | INR 9,60,000 |
| Hostel Charges (Optional, per year) | INR 95,200 to 1,08,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 86,25,000 |
- Total fees cover 5 years of tuition excluding optional hostel and mess charges.
- Hostel mess charges of INR 3,200 per month are billed separately per KAHER norms.
- Fee structure is as per KAHER norms for the 2025 to 2026 academic year.
KLE University MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opens | February 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closes | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card | June 14, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam (Re-exam) | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | July 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA Karnataka Round 1 Option Modification Closes | July 29, 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Round 1 Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- KEA conducts Karnataka state quota counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- MCC AIQ counselling for 15% All-India Quota seats is conducted at mcc.nic.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (40% for SC/ST)
- Qualified NEET-UG 2026 with minimum 50th percentile for General category
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026
- Karnataka domicile required for state quota seats. AIQ and management quota seats open to all nationals
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 with the required percentile for General or reserved category
- Register for KEA Karnataka counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for state quota seats
- Register for MCC AIQ counselling at mcc.nic.in for All-India quota seats (15% of total)
- Fill college preferences listing JNMC Belagavi and lock choices before the stated deadline
- Download seat allotment letter and report to JNMC Belagavi with original documents
- Pay first-year fees and complete KAHER enrolment formalities within the stipulated period
✓ Opt for this if
- You want MBBS at a NAAC A+ deemed university with a large teaching hospital
- You have a strong NEET rank and prefer a Karnataka-based medical college
- You are comfortable investing INR 86.25 Lakhs for a well-facilitated deemed MBBS
- You want both AIQ and Karnataka state quota counselling routes available
✗ Skip if
- You can secure a government medical college seat at a much lower fee through NEET
- INR 86.25 Lakhs total fee exceeds your budget or loan repayment capacity
- You are targeting a metro city college for better postgraduate networking opportunities
- You prefer a central or state government MBBS college for significantly lower costs
KLE University MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| KLE University Merit Scholarship | INR 4,000 per month | Top NEET scorers admitted through KAHER management quota |
| Earn While You Learn Scheme | INR 3,000 to 7,500 per month | Economically weaker students enrolled at KAHER |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full or partial tuition waiver | Karnataka domicile, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Varies by category | Income-based criteria, all eligible categories, applied online |
- KAHER scholarship applications are submitted at the beginning of each academic year.
- Students must maintain required CGPA and attendance to retain merit scholarships.
KLE University MBBS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MBBS at KLE University Belagavi?
Ans. The total tuition fee for MBBS at JNMC Belagavi (KAHER) is INR 86,25,000 for 5 years. Year 1 is INR 19,20,000, Years 2 to 4 are INR 19,15,000 per year, and Year 5 is INR 9,60,000. Optional hostel charges of INR 95,200 to INR 1,08,000 per year and mess charges of INR 3,200 per month are billed separately as per KAHER norms.
Ques. How many MBBS seats does JNMC Belagavi have and what is the counselling route?
Ans. JNMC Belagavi offers 200 MBBS seats. Admission is through MCC for 15% All-India Quota seats at mcc.nic.in and through KEA for Karnataka state quota seats at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Remaining management and NRI quota seats are filled directly through KAHER. All admissions are based exclusively on NEET-UG merit rank with no college-level test or interview.
Ques. What clinical training facilities are available at JNMC Belagavi?
Ans. Clinical training for MBBS at JNMC Belagavi takes place at the attached KLE Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital and Medical Research Centre, a 2,400-bed NABH and JCI-accredited multispecialty hospital with 267 ICU beds and 26 major operation theatres. Students gain exposure across medicine, surgery, obstetrics, paediatrics, psychiatry, and preventive and social medicine during rotations and their 1-year internship year.
Ques. What postgraduate options are available after MBBS from KLE University?
Ans. After the 5-year MBBS degree and a mandatory 1-year rotatory internship, graduates can register with the National Medical Commission or Karnataka Medical Council to practice. For postgraduate specialization, NEET-PG scores determine MD or MS seat allotment. Graduates may also pursue FMGE for practice outside India, fellowship programmes, or hospital residency roles at government and private medical institutions across the country.
Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka get MBBS admission at JNMC Belagavi?
Ans. Yes, students from all states can secure MBBS seats at JNMC Belagavi through MCC All-India Quota counselling at mcc.nic.in or through KAHER management quota. Karnataka domicile is required only for KEA state quota seats. AIQ and management quota admissions are open to all Indian nationals with a valid NEET-UG score, and there is no state restriction for these categories.
Ques. Is JNMC Belagavi worth the fee compared to other deemed MBBS colleges in Karnataka?
Ans. JNMC Belagavi is backed by KAHER, which holds NAAC A+ accreditation (3.3 score) and a NIRF rank in the 101 to 150 university band. The 2,400-bed attached hospital provides strong clinical training volume. While the fee of INR 86.25 Lakhs is significant, it compares favourably with several other Karnataka deemed MBBS colleges. Students prioritizing clinical exposure over metro location and brand typically find JNMC a solid value proposition.