Fees
Fees at St John's Medical College for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program include a comprehensive annual payment of 8 lakh INR. This amount encompasses tuition fees, hostel charges, library fees, newspapers, WiFi, registration fees, admission fees, and development fees. Hostel and mess fees are a part of the overall annual fee, specifically 1 lakh INR per annum.
The college offers scholarships to selected students based on financial need, which cover either the entire academic year or half of it, following an interview process. Additionally, there is a 10% fee increment each year for incoming batches.
About Master in Hospital Administration [MHA]
St John's National Academy of Health Sciences (SJNAHS), Bangalore, Karnataka, offers Master in Hospital Administration [MHA] as a 2-year postgraduate management programme affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore and approved by the Government of Karnataka. The programme is structured over four semesters and includes a mandatory internship, covering hospital operations management, health economics, medical law, human resource management, quality assurance, and healthcare informatics. Total fees are Rs. 4,49,170 for the full 2-year programme (Rs. 2,24,585/year). Admission is through a direct institutional process; SJNAHS is a minority institution and manages MHA admissions independently of any state-level management counselling. An external review site ranks SJMC 89 in the India Medical Colleges list (2025).
SJNAHS accepts applications for MHA directly through its admissions office. Applications for the 2026-27 batch are expected from March 2026 to June 2026 (Tentative). Monitor stjohnsadmissions.in for the official 2026-27 MHA admissions notification.
Key Points
- MHA at SJNAHS is a 2-year, 4-semester RGUHS-affiliated management programme with a mandatory internship; students gain hands-on exposure in SJMC's 1,200+ bed hospital operations.
- Total fees are Rs. 4,49,170 for 2 years (Rs. 2,24,585/year); verify the exact 2026-27 fee with the SJNAHS admissions office before admission.
- SJNAHS is a private minority institution; MHA admissions are direct (not through any state-level management counselling or national MBA entrance).
- Graduates are eligible for hospital administration, healthcare management, and health policy roles in public and private hospitals, health systems, and NGOs.
SJMC MHA Fees
MHA Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | Rs. 2,24,585 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | Rs. 2,24,585 |
| Total Fees | Rs. 4,49,170 |
- Fee of Rs. 4,49,170 for MHA at SJNAHS is confirmed from multiple sources (2025-26); verify the exact 2026-27 fee directly with the SJNAHS admissions office before admission.
- Hostel/accommodation at the SJMC campus may be available; contact the college for current rates.
- SJNAHS is a private minority institution; fee revision is subject to RGUHS and Karnataka government norms.
SJMC MHA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MHA Application Opens (2026-27) | March 2026 (Tentative) |
| MHA Application Closes (2026-27) | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List / Selection (2026-27) | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| MHA Programme Commencement (2026-27) | August 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
- Admission to MHA at SJNAHS is through direct institutional application; no national management entrance exam (CAT/MAT/XAT) or state-level counselling is required.
- Apply at stjohnsadmissions.in during the specified window; monitor the site for 2026-27 notifications and merit list publication.
- Candidates must submit graduation mark sheets (all years), transfer certificate, and proof of aggregate marks at the time of application.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any bachelor's degree from a recognised university with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates as per RGUHS norms).
- Candidates from medical, paramedical, nursing, management, science, or social science backgrounds are eligible; a healthcare background is preferred but not mandatory.
- Confirm specific 2026-27 eligibility requirements with the SJNAHS admissions office.
Admission Process
- Check the MHA admission notification at stjohnsadmissions.in (typically March-April 2026).
- Fill and submit the online application form during the specified window; pay the prescribed application fee.
- Merit list is published based on graduation aggregate marks; shortlisted candidates may be called for an institutional interview.
- Selected candidates pay the fee and submit original graduation documents within the deadline.
- Complete RGUHS enrolment formalities and begin the 4-semester MHA programme with hospital postings at SJMC from the first semester.
- Complete the mandatory internship as required by RGUHS in the final semester.
SJMC MHA Scholarships 2026
MHA Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/Minorities) | As per central government norms | Eligible category candidates; apply at scholarships.gov.in after admission |
| Karnataka State Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state government norms | Karnataka-domicile candidates; apply via sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in |
| Minority Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per central norms | Minority community students; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| St John's Internal Need-Based Bursary | Varies by need | Meritorious students facing financial hardship; contact the Dean's office after admission |
- SC/ST/OBC and minority students may be eligible for central post-matric scholarships; apply after admission at scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka-domicile students can apply for state scholarships via the Seva Sindhu portal; deadlines vary each year.
- St John's offers need-based bursaries to deserving students; contact the St John's admission office for eligibility and procedure.
SJMC MHA FAQs
Ques. Is MHA at SJNAHS a nationally recognised degree?
Ans. Yes, the MHA degree from St John's National Academy of Health Sciences is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore and recognised by the Government of Karnataka. RGUHS is a statutory university under the Government of Karnataka Act; its degrees are valid for employment across India in hospitals, health systems, and related organisations. SJNAHS is a recognised minority institution established in 1963.
Ques. Do I need CAT/MAT scores to apply for MHA at SJNAHS?
Ans. No. Admission to MHA at SJNAHS does not require CAT, MAT, XAT, or any national management entrance score. SJNAHS is a minority institution and manages MHA admissions directly based on graduation aggregate marks and an institutional process. Apply at stjohnsadmissions.in during the March-June window.
Ques. What is the total fee for MHA at SJNAHS and are there any hidden charges?
Ans. Total fees for MHA at SJNAHS are Rs. 4,49,170 for the full 2-year programme (Rs. 2,24,585/year) based on available data (2025-26). Hostel and mess charges are separate. Verify the exact 2026-27 fee breakdown and any additional exam/registration fees with the SJNAHS admissions office before paying.
Ques. Does MHA at SJNAHS include a hospital internship?
Ans. Yes, the MHA at SJNAHS includes a mandatory internship as part of the 4-semester programme. Students get practical exposure in SJMC's 1,200+ bed multi-specialty hospital, covering hospital administration, operations, billing, HR, and quality management departments. This hands-on training is a key differentiator of the SJNAHS MHA programme.
Ques. What jobs can I get after MHA from SJNAHS?
Ans. MHA graduates from SJNAHS can work as hospital administrators, healthcare operations managers, medical superintendents (after experience), health policy analysts, and quality managers in public hospitals, corporate hospital chains, NGOs, insurance companies, and health startups. The RGUHS affiliation ensures the degree is recognised for government and private sector healthcare roles. Some graduates pursue PhD or international healthcare management programmes after MHA.