Karuna Medical College, Palakkad Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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About Karuna Medical College, Palakkad
Karuna Medical College, established in 2006 at Vilayodi, Chittur, Palakkad, is a private Muslim Minority medical institution managed by the Safe Development Alms Trust. It is affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Built on the foundation of Karuna Hospital (established 2004), which initiated healthcare delivery to the rural heartland of Palakkad, the college offers 100 MBBS seats per year alongside postgraduate MD programs across 6 specialties. The 500-bedded multi-specialty teaching hospital covers all major disciplines including Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ophthalmology, ENT, Anaesthesiology, Radiology, and Emergency Medicine. Twelve air-conditioned OTs provide surgical training. The sprawling campus, set amidst Palakkad's scenic landscape, houses state-of-the-art classrooms, digital labs, simulation centres, and separate hostels for male and female students. With experienced faculty, a strong focus on rural and community health, and a commitment to affordable healthcare, Karuna Medical College has established itself as one of the most trusted private medical colleges in the Malabar region.
Explore the comprehensive list of courses offered by Karuna Medical College, including detailed fee structures, specializations, and eligibility criteria:
Karuna Medical College, Palakkad Courses
17 CoursesMD Anaesthesiology
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Paediatrics
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MBBS
10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC); valid NEET UG score; minimum age 17 years
MS General Surgery
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
Cardiology
MD General Medicine
MBBS degree recognized by NMC; registered with Medical Council; completed 1-year internship; qualified NEET PG
Orthopedics:
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Obstetrics and Gynecology
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
ENT (Otorhinolaryngology):
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Radio-Diagnosis
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MBBS
10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC); valid NEET UG score; minimum age 17 years
MD General Medicine
MBBS degree recognized by NMC; registered with Medical Council; completed 1-year internship; qualified NEET PG
MD Paediatrics
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Radio-Diagnosis
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Anaesthesiology
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Microbiology
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Community Medicine
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MD Anaesthesiology 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Paediatrics 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 43.33L - 44.35L | 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC); valid NEET UG score; minimum age 17 years |
MS General Surgery 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
Cardiology 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | |
MD General Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS degree recognized by NMC; registered with Medical Council; completed 1-year internship; qualified NEET PG |
Orthopedics: 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Obstetrics and Gynecology 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
ENT (Otorhinolaryngology): 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Radio-Diagnosis 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 6.71L - 15L | 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC); valid NEET UG score; minimum age 17 years |
MD General Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS degree recognized by NMC; registered with Medical Council; completed 1-year internship; qualified NEET PG |
MD Paediatrics 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Radio-Diagnosis 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Anaesthesiology 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Microbiology 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Community Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
Karuna Medical College, Palakkad Admissions
Below is the complete admission information including eligible exams, eligibility criteria, admission process, and important notes for each program offered.
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
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3.8/5 Overall Rating
Shiksha (2025)
48
NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) (2020)
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
Shiksha (2025) | 3.8/5 Overall Rating |
NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) (2020) | 48 |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
State government scholarship from the Kerala Minority Welfare Department, especially relevant to Karuna's Muslim Minority institutional status.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
Minority Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala) State government scholarship from the Kerala Minority Welfare Department, especially relevant to Karuna's Muslim Minority institutional status. | Muslim minority students from Kerala with annual family income below Rs. 2 lakh | As per Kerala Minority Welfare Department norms |
NSP Merit-cum-Means Scholarship National Scholarship Portal-based central scheme available for meritorious and needy students pursuing professional courses. | Students in top academic percentiles satisfying NSP income criteria | Varies by scheme |
Vivek Medical Students Scholarship (VMS) Internal scholarship funded by the Karuna Trust to support MBBS students from financially weaker backgrounds in completing their medical education. | MBBS students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds admitted through government quota | Partial to full tuition fee coverage |
Central Sector SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship Central government post-matric scholarship for SC/ST students pursuing MBBS and allied health courses. | SC/ST students from Kerala pursuing professional medical courses | As per Ministry of Social Justice norms |
EWS Scholarship Government scholarship for Economically Weaker Section students under the 10% EWS reservation policy. | EWS category students with annual family income below Rs. 8 lakh | Varies |
BPL Fee Concession As per prospectus norms, Karuna Medical College provides fee concessions to BPL candidates admitted through state merit quota. Management reserves the right to verify genuine claims. | Selected MBBS candidates from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families; up to 10% of state merit seats | Fee concession as per college policy |
Vivek Medical Students Scholarship (VMS) Internal scholarship funded by the Karuna Trust to support MBBS students from financially weaker backgrounds in completing their medical education. | MBBS students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds admitted through government quota | Partial to full tuition fee coverage |
Minority Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala) State government scholarship from the Kerala Minority Welfare Department, especially relevant to Karuna's Muslim Minority institutional status. | Muslim minority students from Kerala with annual family income below Rs. 2 lakh | As per Kerala Minority Welfare Department norms |
BPL Fee Concession As per prospectus norms, Karuna Medical College provides fee concessions to BPL candidates admitted through state merit quota. Management reserves the right to verify genuine claims. | Selected MBBS candidates from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families; up to 10% of state merit seats | Fee concession as per college policy |
Central Sector SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship Central government post-matric scholarship for SC/ST students pursuing MBBS and allied health courses. | SC/ST students from Kerala pursuing professional medical courses | As per Ministry of Social Justice norms |
NSP Merit-cum-Means Scholarship National Scholarship Portal-based central scheme available for meritorious and needy students pursuing professional courses. | Students in top academic percentiles satisfying NSP income criteria | Varies by scheme |
EWS Scholarship Government scholarship for Economically Weaker Section students under the 10% EWS reservation policy. | EWS category students with annual family income below Rs. 8 lakh | Varies |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Sports & Recreational Facilities
Campus sports infrastructure including fields for cricket, football, and other outdoor sports, a gymnasium, and recreational spaces designed for student wellness.
Preclinical & Paraclinical Laboratories
Fully equipped laboratories for Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Pathology, with modern simulation and skill training centres.
Diagnostic & Imaging Centre
Full-fledged imaging facilities including X-ray, Ultrasound, Doppler, CT Scan, and round-the-clock central laboratory capable of performing all standard and advanced diagnostics.
500-Bedded Multi-Specialty Teaching Hospital
Comprehensive hospital with 500 beds serving primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare needs of Palakkad and neighbouring Tamil Nadu regions. Covers Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ophthalmology, ENT, Anaesthesiology, Radiology, and Emergency Medicine.
Separate Student Hostels
Comfortable male and female hostels on campus offering single and double occupancy rooms in a secure, peaceful environment within Chittur's scenic landscape.
Rural Health Training Centre
Rural Health Training Centre located 5 km from the college at Chittur, providing community health exposure for MBBS students. Urban Health Training Centre located 20 km away.
Hostel & Accommodation
Campus Gallery
Campus
Infrastructure
Events
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Frequently Asked Questions
Karuna Medical College offers 100 MBBS seats per year, split approximately as: 50 seats (50%) Government/State Merit Quota (via CEE Kerala KEAM), 35 seats (35%) Management Quota, and 15 seats (15%) NRI Quota.
Yes, Karuna Medical College has separate hostels for male and female students with single and double occupancy rooms in a calm, peaceful campus environment at Vilayodi, Chittur. Hostel facilities are available within the campus.
Karuna Medical College offers 10 MD seats across 6 departments: MD General Medicine, MD Paediatrics, MD Radio-Diagnosis, MD Anaesthesiology, MD Microbiology, and MD Community Medicine. Admissions are via NEET PG through CEE Kerala and MCC counselling.
Karuna Medical College is located at Vilayodi, Chittur, approximately 27 km from Palakkad railway station (45 minutes). The nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, Tamil Nadu, about 66 km away (1.5 hrs). Alternate airport: Cochin International Airport (~110 km, ~2.5 hrs). Regular buses operate from Palakkad and Chittur.
Upcoming Exams
IISER
IISER Aptitude Test • June 2026
NEST
NEST Entrance Exam • June 2026
CUET
CUET UG Exam • 11-31 May 2026
PGIMER
BSc Nursing Exam • July-August 2026