Karuna Medical College, Palakkad Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
Institute Type
Private
Total Courses
17 Courses
Karuna Medical College, Palakkad - Overview
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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.
Karuna Medical College offers students courses in different areas. Candidates can enroll in UG and PG programmes based on their interests and career goals. Admissions are offered based on merit or entrance exam performance. Check below the Karuna Medical College, Palakkad courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
Karuna Medical College, Palakkad Courses
17 CoursesMD Radio-Diagnosis
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Anaesthesiology
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD General Medicine
MBBS degree recognized by NMC; registered with Medical Council; completed 1-year internship; qualified NEET PG
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 Paediatrics
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Obstetrics and Gynecology
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MS General Surgery
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
Orthopedics:
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
ENT (Otorhinolaryngology):
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
MD Radio-Diagnosis
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Microbiology
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Anaesthesiology
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 Paediatrics
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
MD Community Medicine
MBBS with NEET PG qualification
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MD Radio-Diagnosis 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Anaesthesiology 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
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 |
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 |
MD Paediatrics 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 |
MS General Surgery 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
Orthopedics: 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
ENT (Otorhinolaryngology): 1 specialization | ₹ 27.32L - 28.33L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
Cardiology 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | |
MD General Medicine 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS degree recognized by NMC; registered with Medical Council; completed 1-year internship; qualified NEET PG |
MD Radio-Diagnosis 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Microbiology 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | MBBS with NEET PG qualification |
MD Anaesthesiology 1 specialization | ₹ 4.50L | 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 Paediatrics 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 UG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET PG
Required Entrance Exams
NEET UG
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Placement Highlights 2024
Medical college graduates traditionally pursue NEET PG for specialization rather than conventional placements. MBBS graduates from Karuna Medical College complete rural service bonds and then join private hospitals, government hospitals, or establish independent practice. PG graduates secure Senior Resident or specialist positions. Pharmacy and allied health graduates report 85–90% employment rate, primarily in hospitals across Palakkad, Thrissur, Coimbatore, and Gulf countries. Highest packages for allied health graduates are reported at Rs. 70 LPA–1 CPA at peak seniority.
Top Recruiters & Packages
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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
National Scholarship Portal-based central scheme available for meritorious and needy students pursuing professional courses.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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
Central Library
Well-equipped central library with ample reading space for students and faculty, stocked with standard medical textbooks, journals, and digital e-resources.
Multimedia Smart Classrooms
Spacious, well-illuminated classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art multimedia teaching aids, audio-visual projectors, and smart boards for CBME-compliant medical education.
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.
Sports & Recreational Facilities
Campus sports infrastructure including fields for cricket, football, and other outdoor sports, a gymnasium, and recreational spaces designed for student wellness.
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.
Hostel & Accommodation
Campus Gallery
Hostel
Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
The government quota tuition fee is approximately Rs. 7,87,780 per year. The management quota fee is approximately Rs. 6,70,768 per year. NRI quota fee is approximately Rs. 15,00,000 per year. All fees are set by the Kerala Fee Regulatory Committee (FRC) and subject to annual revision.
The Karuna teaching hospital has 500 beds across all major clinical departments with 12 air-conditioned operation theatres. It provides comprehensive healthcare including round-the-clock emergency and ICU services, and also serves patients from neighboring Tamil Nadu.
Karuna Medical College was established in 2006 as part of the Karuna Institute of Medical Sciences, built on the foundation of Karuna Hospital (2004) at Vilayodi, Chittur, Palakkad. It is managed by the Safe Development Alms Trust and has Muslim Minority institutional status.
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