Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
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About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS), Bellary, is a government medical college established in 1961 in Karnataka, affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. The MBBS program has an annual intake of 250 seats. Admission is through NEET-UG via Karnataka state counselling and MCC All India Quota. Annual government quota academic fees amount to INR 57,000, totalling INR 2,85,000 over five years.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds expected to begin August 2026 (Tentative).
VIMS Bellary MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Academic Fees (Year 1) | INR 57,000 |
| Academic Fees (Year 2) | INR 57,000 |
| Academic Fees (Year 3) | INR 57,000 |
| Academic Fees (Year 4) | INR 57,000 |
| Academic Fees (Year 5) | INR 57,000 |
| Total Academic Fees (5 Years) | INR 2,85,000 |
- Annual academic fees include tuition (INR 50,000), library fee (INR 1,500), laboratory fee (INR 500), and university exam fees (INR 5,000).
- One-time charges include Simulation Skill Lab fee (INR 5,000) and university registration fee (INR 9,500).
- Hostel rent is INR 12,000 per year and hostel maintenance is INR 6,000 per year (optional).
- NRI quota annual fee is INR 25,09,350.
VIMS Bellary MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opens | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closes | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card Released | Jun 14, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam Conducted | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Answer Key Released | Jul 6, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Declared | Jul 16, 2026 |
| KEA Karnataka MBBS Counselling Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| MCC All India Quota Counselling Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | October 2026 (Tentative) |
- Karnataka state quota seats are filled through KEA counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- All India Quota seats (15%) are filled through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Biotechnology, and English from a recognized board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (40% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL as per NMC norms)
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026 and a valid NEET-UG 2026 qualifying score
Admission Process
- Register for NEET-UG 2026 on the NTA portal and appear for the examination
- After result declaration, register for Karnataka state MBBS counselling through KEA portal
- Candidates from other states may apply through MCC All India Quota at mcc.nic.in for 15% AIQ seats
- Complete certificate verification, choice filling, and locking during the designated windows
- Report to VIMS Bellary within the allotment deadline with all original documents
- Complete document verification and fee payment at the college to confirm admission
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking a highly affordable government MBBS program in Karnataka
- NEET score qualifies for Karnataka state quota at VIMS Bellary
- Comfortable with a 1-year mandatory rural service post-internship in Karnataka
- Looking for a large government hospital teaching environment for clinical training
✗ Skip if
- NEET rank qualifies for a more prominent Karnataka government medical college
- Not prepared for the mandatory post-internship rural service bond obligation
- Looking for a college with more post-graduate specialization options on campus
- Prefer a metro city location for greater hospital diversity and networking
VIMS Bellary MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST students domiciled in Karnataka pursuing professional courses |
| Central Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (NSP) | As per NSP norms | SC/ST students with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs |
| Karnataka Rajyotsava Fee Reimbursement | As per state norms | Karnataka-domicile students in government professional colleges |
- Government scholarships are applied for through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships require domicile certificate and income proof at the time of application.
As mentioned, Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences Bellary offers admission to MBBS program based on Karnataka-NEET-Counselling rank. Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences Bellary Karnataka-NEET-Counselling Cutoff 2025 rank is 38301 for the 1G category. Further, Karnataka-NEET-Counselling cutoff rank is 64017 for 1H , 44662 for 1R , 104152 for 1RH and 36302 for 2AG category. Check Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences Bellary Cutoff
Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences Bellary MBBS Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences Bellary MBBS Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences Bellary MBBS program in 2025 was closed at the 160193 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 153179 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| 1G | 23016 | 33520 |
| 1H | 33829 | 40322 |
| 1R | 39684 | - |
| 1RH | 48993 | 46512 |
| 2AG | 24378 | 33994 |
| 2AH | 36277 | 45246 |
| 2AKH | 47884 | 49412 |
| 2AR | 33314 | 36907 |
| 2ARH | 42359 | 48482 |
| 2BG | 21609 | 27568 |
| 2BH | 48055 | 37252 |
| 2BR | 51536 | - |
| 2BRH | 56322 | 60816 |
| 3AG | 18307 | 21512 |
| 3AH | 35551 | 37197 |
| 3AR | 29485 | - |
| 3ARH | 42162 | 43533 |
| 3BG | 21899 | 24521 |
| 3BH | 32387 | 36944 |
| 3BR | 30856 | 33699 |
| 3BRH | 33004 | 39844 |
| GM | 15845 | 21191 |
| GMH | 27693 | 33233 |
| GMK | 30092 | 33586 |
| GMKH | 38744 | 45341 |
| GMR | 27866 | 30983 |
| GMRH | 32330 | 39251 |
| SCG | 70260 | 87094 |
| SCH | 105086 | 119652 |
| SCKH | 136976 | 122974 |
| SCR | 87290 | 101975 |
| SCRH | 118120 | 132115 |
| STG | 80498 | 84957 |
| STH | 91545 | 107673 |
| STK | 98044 | - |
| STRH | 100378 | 115556 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences Bellary ranks 258 out of 632 colleges in India and 21st in state Karnataka for its MBBS program.
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VIMS Bellary MBBS FAQs
Ques. What is the NEET cutoff for MBBS at VIMS Bellary?
Ans. In 2025, the All India Quota NEET-UG score cutoff at VIMS Bellary was 553 for General category, 548 for OBC, 481 for SC, and 468 for ST. Karnataka state quota cutoffs were General Merit 543, SC 485, and ST 478. These cutoffs vary each year based on the total number of NEET qualifiers and available seat matrix. Candidates should check the official KEA and MCC portals for the 2026 cycle cutoff data.
Ques. Is there a compulsory rural service after MBBS at VIMS Bellary?
Ans. Yes, graduates of Karnataka government medical colleges including VIMS Bellary are required to complete one year of compulsory rural service after their internship. The monthly stipend during this service is INR 30,000. If a graduate declines the rural service, a significant bond penalty applies as per Karnataka government policy. This requirement is specific to students admitted through the state quota and should be considered before applying to government medical colleges in Karnataka.
Ques. What are the hostel charges at VIMS Bellary for MBBS students?
Ans. VIMS Bellary provides on-campus hostel facilities for MBBS students. The annual hostel rent is INR 12,000 and hostel maintenance charges are INR 6,000 per year. Monthly mess charges are INR 4,000. A refundable hostel deposit of INR 5,000 and mess deposit of INR 5,000 are collected at the time of joining. These charges are separate from the annual academic fees of INR 57,000.
Ques. Does VIMS Bellary participate in MCC All India Quota counselling?
Ans. Yes, as a government medical college, VIMS Bellary participates in MCC All India Quota counselling for MBBS. The AIQ accounts for 15% of the total 250 MBBS seats, meaning around 37 to 38 seats are available under AIQ for candidates from all states. The remaining 85% state quota seats are filled through Karnataka Examinations Authority counselling. MCC counselling is conducted at mcc.nic.in in multiple rounds including a stray vacancy round.
Ques. What is the NRI quota fee at VIMS Bellary for MBBS?
Ans. The NRI quota annual fee at Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary, is INR 25,09,350. A limited number of NRI seats are available as part of the annual MBBS intake. NRI category admissions follow the MCC guidelines for NRI seats at government medical colleges. Candidates qualifying under NRI quota must fulfil the NRI definitions as per MCC and provide required documentation including proof of NRI status for the parent or guardian.