Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
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About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
SIMS Shimoga’s MBBS is a 4.5-year undergraduate medical program followed by a 1-year compulsory rotatory internship, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. The college offers 150 MBBS seats, with 22 under MCC All India Quota and 128 under the KEA Karnataka state quota. Admission is through NEET UG, and annual tuition fees are INR 65,100. SIMS functions as a government teaching hospital providing broad clinical training across specialties.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026.
SIMS Shimoga MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 65,100 |
| University Exam Fees (Annual) | INR 5,000 |
| Other Annual Charges (Sports, Library, Lab, etc.) | INR 2,850 |
| Hostel Rent (Annual, Optional) | INR 12,000 |
| Hostel Maintenance (Annual, Optional) | INR 6,000 |
| Total Fees for 4.5 Years (Excluding Hostel) | INR 3,28,275 |
- Caution deposit of INR 1,000 is refundable on course completion.
- Hostel deposit of INR 5,000 and mess deposit of INR 5,000 are refundable on vacating.
- Mess charges of INR 4,000 per month are billed separately and not included in the total.
SIMS Shimoga MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration Started | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Registration Closed | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Admit Card Released | Jun 14, 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam Conducted | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG Result Declared | Jul 16, 2026 |
- 22 seats are allotted through MCC All India Quota counselling conducted by the Directorate General of Health Services.
- 128 seats are allotted through KEA Karnataka state quota counselling rounds conducted by the government of Karnataka.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects from a recognized board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for general and OBC categories
- Minimum 40% aggregate for SC/ST categories as per RGUHS and MCI norms
- Minimum age of 17 years by December 31, 2026 and a valid NEET UG score
Admission Process
- Register for NEET UG through the NTA website and appear for the exam
- Wait for NEET UG result and score declaration by NTA
- For AIQ seats: register with MCC and participate in online counselling rounds
- For state quota seats: register with KEA and participate in Karnataka MBBS counselling
- Complete document verification and pay the prescribed fee to confirm the seat
- Report to SIMS Shimoga on the notified date for enrollment and commencement of classes
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking an affordable MBBS degree at a government medical college in Karnataka
- Comfortable with a Tier-2 city environment and government hospital training
- Planning to serve in public health or government hospitals post graduation
- Looking to pursue PG from a reputed institution after completing MBBS here
✗ Skip if
- Need exposure to a tertiary referral center with high-complexity case variety
- Prefer a college in a metro city with better research and teaching hospital facilities
- Expecting strong alumni network or urban placement-level outcomes
SIMS Shimoga MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC | Varies by category | SC/ST/OBC students with Karnataka domicile and valid income certificate |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (CSSS) | Varies | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 board exam from a recognized board |
| Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship | Varies | SC students with annual family income below INR 2.5 lakh |
- Apply through the National Scholarship Portal before the annual deadline each year.
- Karnataka domicile certificate is mandatory for state government scholarship applications.
SIMS Shimoga MBBS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MBBS at SIMS Shimoga?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for MBBS at SIMS Shimoga is INR 65,100. Including university exam fees and other annual charges, the total annual fee is INR 72,950. For the full 4.5 years of study, the total fees excluding hostel are INR 3,28,275. Hostel rent and maintenance charges are billed separately on an optional basis at INR 18,000 per year.
Ques. How many MBBS seats are available at SIMS Shimoga?
Ans. SIMS Shimoga offers 150 MBBS seats in total. Of these, 22 seats are under the MCC All India Quota (AIQ) and are filled through MCC counselling. The remaining 128 seats fall under the Karnataka state quota and are filled through KEA counselling for Karnataka domicile candidates.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MBBS admission at SIMS Shimoga?
Ans. Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognized board, with a minimum of 50% aggregate in PCB for general and OBC categories. A minimum of 40% is required for SC/ST candidates. The minimum age is 17 years by December 31, 2026, and a valid NEET UG score is mandatory for all categories.
Ques. How is MBBS admission done at SIMS Shimoga through NEET?
Ans. NEET UG 2026 was conducted on June 21, 2026, and results were declared on July 16, 2026. Candidates seeking AIQ seats must register with MCC and participate in its online counselling rounds. Those targeting Karnataka state quota seats must register with KEA and appear for KEA Karnataka MBBS counselling rounds, typically conducted from August onwards.
Ques. Is SIMS Shimoga a government medical college?
Ans. Yes, SIMS Shimoga (Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences) is a government medical college in Shivamogga, Karnataka, affiliated with RGUHS, Bengaluru. Being a government institution, the tuition fees are substantially lower than private medical colleges, making it one of the affordable MBBS options in the state for Karnataka domicile students.
Ques. What is the duration of MBBS at SIMS Shimoga?
Ans. The MBBS program at SIMS Shimoga is 4.5 years of academic study spread across 9 semesters, followed by a compulsory 1-year rotatory internship, bringing the total duration to 5.5 years. The internship is conducted at SIMS teaching hospital and affiliated government hospitals in and around Shimoga, providing hands-on clinical training across departments.