Bachelor of Science [B.Sc]

Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS), Shimoga, Karnataka, a government NAAC A++ medical college, offers a 3-year Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in 5 Allied Health Science specializations: Anesthesia and Operation Theater Technology, Cardiac Care Technology, Medical Imaging Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, and Medical Respiratory Care Technology. All programmes are affiliated to RGUHS. Government-regulated fees are INR 25,500 for 3 years. Admission is through KEA Karnataka centralised counselling.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. KEA B.Sc Allied Health Sciences counselling registration is currently underway for June 2026. Seat allotment is expected in July 2026.

Key Points

• Clinical training at Government McGann Teaching District Hospital, a 950-bed facility in Shimoga
• 5 specializations across diagnostic imaging, cardiac care, laboratory diagnostics, anaesthesia OT, and respiratory care
• Karnataka government health services regularly recruit RGUHS-affiliated B.Sc AHS graduates
• On-campus hostel available at INR 10,800 per year

SIMS Shimoga B.Sc AHS Fees 2026

All five B.Sc AHS specializations at SIMS Shimoga carry the same government-regulated fee of INR 25,500 for 3 years. Hostel is billed separately.

• Annual tuition fee is INR 8,500 per year for all specializations under government quota.
• Hostel fee is INR 10,800 per year and charged separately.
• Fees is subject to change. Verify with official sources before taking admission.

SIMS Shimoga B.Sc AHS Admission 2026

Important Dates

• Admission is through KEA Karnataka centralised counselling for Allied Health Sciences programmes.
• Monitor the KEA portal at kea.kar.nic.in for exact counselling dates and schedules.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects.
• Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates in Karnataka).
• Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission.

Admission Process

• Secured qualifying marks in 10+2 with PCB in KCET (held April 2026, result May 2026).
• Register on the KEA portal during the B.Sc AHS counselling window (currently underway, June 2026).
• Fill SIMS Shimoga and the preferred AHS specialization during the choice-filling window.
• Attend seat allotment in July 2026 and report to SIMS with original documents and fee payment after allotment.

✓ Opt for this if

• Karnataka candidate prioritising government-college B.Sc AHS at the lowest possible fees
• Seeking RGUHS-affiliated clinical training at a 950-bed government teaching hospital
• Targeting Karnataka state health service AHS recruitment after graduation
• Willing to work in Shimoga or non-metro healthcare settings for career entry

✗ Skip if

• Seeking a private AHS institute with dedicated placement support in metro cities
• Targeting corporate hospital AHS roles primarily outside Karnataka
• Needing advanced specialisation training at a super-specialty or cardiac centre

SIMS Shimoga B.Sc AHS Scholarships 2026

• Government fees at SIMS Shimoga are among the lowest for B.Sc AHS in Karnataka.
• SC/ST/OBC students can apply for state and central scholarships via the NSP portal.
• Confirm scholarship deadlines at scholarships.gov.in before the academic year begins.

SIMS Shimoga B.Sc AHS FAQs

Ques. How do I choose between the 5 B.Sc AHS specializations at SIMS Shimoga?

Ans. Choose based on the clinical area you want to work in: Anesthesia and OT Technology if you want to work in surgical theatres and perioperative care; Cardiac Care Technology for ECG, echo, and cath lab roles; Medical Imaging Technology for radiology and X-ray, CT, MRI diagnostics; Medical Laboratory Technology for pathology and diagnostic labs; and Medical Respiratory Care Technology for ICU ventilator and pulmonary function roles. All are in-demand across government and private hospitals in Karnataka.

Ques. What clinical training facility do SIMS Shimoga B.Sc AHS students use?

Ans. SIMS Shimoga students receive clinical training at Government McGann Teaching District Hospital, a 950-bed government teaching facility in Shimoga. The high patient volume and diversity of cases across emergency, ICU, surgery, radiology, and pathology departments gives students hands-on exposure that mirrors real-world government and district hospital environments throughout all 3 years of the programme.

Ques. Are B.Sc AHS graduates from SIMS Shimoga eligible for Karnataka government job recruitment?

Ans. Yes. Karnataka government health services recruit RGUHS-affiliated B.Sc AHS graduates for technical posts in government hospitals across the state. As SIMS is a government autonomous college affiliated to RGUHS, its degrees are accepted for Karnataka Health Department recruitment notifications. Central government health facilities, ESI hospitals, and CGHS-empanelled institutions also recruit RGUHS AHS graduates.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at SIMS Shimoga for B.Sc AHS students?

Ans. Yes. SIMS Shimoga provides on-campus hostel accommodation at INR 10,800 per year, billed separately from the tuition fee. Hostel availability is subject to seat capacity. Students should confirm hostel allotment and availability with the SIMS Shimoga admissions office at the time of joining, as hostel seats may be allocated on a first-come, first-served or merit basis.

Ques. Can B.Sc AHS graduates from SIMS Shimoga pursue M.Sc or postgraduate study?

Ans. Yes. B.Sc AHS graduates from SIMS Shimoga can pursue M.Sc programmes in their specialization through RGUHS and other universities. Options include M.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology, M.Sc Cardiac Care Technology, M.Sc Medical Imaging Technology, and M.Sc Respiratory Care Technology at institutions across Karnataka and other states. Some graduates also pursue postgraduate diplomas for faster upskilling in specialised diagnostic or therapeutic areas.