Nandi Medical College and Research Institute, Chikkaballapura Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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Nandi Medical College and Research Institute, Chikkaballapura - Overview
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About Nandi Medical College and Research Institute, Chikkaballapura
Nandi Medical College and Research Institute (NMC&RI), Chikkaballapura — formerly known as Chikkaballapura Institute of Medical Sciences (CIMS) — is a newly established fully autonomous government medical college, renamed effective 29 July 2025 in honour of the iconic Nandi Hills (Nandidurga) that define Chikkaballapura's geographical and cultural identity. The college was established in 2021 by the Government of Karnataka with the first MBBS batch of 100 students. MBBS intake has since been expanded to 150 seats. The college is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru, and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). PG (MD) courses including MD Anaesthesiology have been approved; PG seat matrix is growing as the college matures. The college's permanent campus — a 57.24-acre site near Arooru village on the Bengaluru–Hyderabad Asian Highway (NH-44) — is under active construction. Clinical operations are currently conducted at the New District Hospital, M G Road, Chikkaballapura (also the official NMC-listed address). The attached New District Hospital is a 300-bed (expanding to 750 beds) multi-specialty teaching hospital providing 24×7 emergency services and comprehensive clinical specialties including General Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Dermatology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Anaesthesiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Forensic Medicine. Some sources cite 750+ beds (likely including sanctioned expansion beds). Alongside MBBS, the college runs BSc programmes in Nursing, Imaging Technology, Anaesthesia Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT), and other Allied Health Sciences. MBBS fee: ₹65,100/year. Intern stipend: ₹30,000/month. NEET 2025 AIQ General Round 4 closing rank: 27,016. Karnataka State Quota 2025 Round 2 General Home State closing rank: 47,186. Only 2 AIQ allotments during NEET 2021–2024 combined — reflecting very nascent stage. Chikkaballapura district is historically notable as the birthplace of Sir M. Visvesvaraya (Muddenahalli, 3 km from city), home to the iconic Nandi Hills (28 km), and close to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (KIAL, 39 km). A Pharmaceutical SEZ of USD 400 million on 325 acres is being developed at Chikkaballapura — the first of its kind in India.
Nandi Medical College and Research Institute offers students courses in different areas. Candidates can enroll in PG programmes based on their interests and career goals. Admissions are offered based on merit or entrance exam performance. Check below the Nandi Medical College and Research Institute, Chikkaballapura courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
Nandi Medical College and Research Institute, Chikkaballapura Courses
8 CoursesMBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score
MD/MS Postgraduate Programmes
MBBS + Completed Internship + Valid NEET PG score
MBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score
BSc Nursing
10+2 (PCB); minimum 45% marks; valid Karnataka BSc Nursing CET score
BSc Imaging Technology
10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based
BSc Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT)
10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based
BSc Anaesthesia Technology
10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based
MD Anaesthesiology
MBBS with valid NEET PG score; internship completed by March 31
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 85K | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score |
MD/MS Postgraduate Programmes 3 specializations | ₹ 58.5K - 1.41L | MBBS + Completed Internship + Valid NEET PG score |
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 65.1K | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score |
BSc Nursing 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | 10+2 (PCB); minimum 45% marks; valid Karnataka BSc Nursing CET score |
BSc Imaging Technology 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | 10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based |
BSc Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT) 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | 10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based |
BSc Anaesthesia Technology 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | 10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based |
MD Anaesthesiology 1 specialization | ₹ 1.23L | MBBS with valid NEET PG score; internship completed by March 31 |
Nandi Medical College and Research Institute, Chikkaballapura 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 UG
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Placement Highlights 2025
NMC&RI (formerly CIMS) is a very new college (est. 2021); the first MBBS batch will complete in 2026. No MBBS graduation or placement data available yet. MBBS interns receive ₹30,000/month stipend. Post-MBBS graduates will primarily pursue NEET PG for specialisation or enter Karnataka Government Health Services. The college's proximity to KIAL Bengaluru (39 km) and Bengaluru city (55 km) provides strong employment opportunities in both public and private healthcare. Active research culture and PG seat additions will further strengthen placement prospects.
Top Recruiters & Packages
| Company | Package |
|---|---|
New District Hospital, Chikkaballapura (in-house) | N/A |
Government of Karnataka Health Department | N/A |
Private Hospitals — Bengaluru / Chikkaballapura / Kolar region | N/A |
Only 2 total AIQ allotments across NEET 2021–2024 combined — very nascent stage; NEET preference growing as first batches complete.
MBBSCouncil (NEET 2021–2024 AIQ allotment tracking) (2024)
Among Karnataka's newest government medical colleges (est. 2021). Accessibility improving as infrastructure develops, PG courses added, and NEET demand grows.
Karnataka State Government College (new establishment) (2025)
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
MBBSCouncil (NEET 2021–2024 AIQ allotment tracking) (2024) | Only 2 total AIQ allotments across NEET 2021–2024 combined — very nascent stage; NEET preference growing as first batches complete. |
Karnataka State Government College (new establishment) (2025) | Among Karnataka's newest government medical colleges (est. 2021). Accessibility improving as infrastructure develops, PG courses added, and NEET demand grows. |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Central Government scholarships via National Scholarship Portal.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
EWS / Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) Central Government scholarships via National Scholarship Portal. | EWS students / students from families with annual income below ₹8 lakhs | ₹10,000–₹20,000/year (CSSS); varies for EWS |
DMER / Karnataka MBBS Merit Scholarship RGUHS and DMER merit awards for rank-holders in MBBS university examinations. | Top-performing MBBS students in RGUHS examinations | Cash award and certificate |
Karnataka State Government SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship Karnataka state post-matric scholarships for reserved category students in government medical colleges. | SC/ST/OBC students with valid Karnataka caste certificate meeting income criteria | Full tuition fee reimbursement + hostel and study allowance |
Karnataka State Government SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship Karnataka state post-matric scholarships for reserved category students in government medical colleges. | SC/ST/OBC students with valid Karnataka caste certificate meeting income criteria | Full tuition fee reimbursement + hostel and study allowance |
EWS / Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) Central Government scholarships via National Scholarship Portal. | EWS students / students from families with annual income below ₹8 lakhs | ₹10,000–₹20,000/year (CSSS); varies for EWS |
DMER / Karnataka MBBS Merit Scholarship RGUHS and DMER merit awards for rank-holders in MBBS university examinations. | Top-performing MBBS students in RGUHS examinations | Cash award and certificate |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Academic Facilities (Current Campus — MG Road, District Hospital)
Current academic facilities co-located with the New District Hospital. Features: well-equipped classrooms, NMC-compliant departmental laboratories, library with main reading room (books + Indian and international periodicals), skill development centre, health centre for minor medical emergencies on campus.
LIbrary
Nandi Medical College and Research Institute (formerly Chikkaballapura Institute of Medical Sciences) in Aroor, Karnataka, features an on-campus library offering a range of printed and digital medical resources, a digital library, reading rooms, and a library fee of ₹2,000
Classrooms
Good well mainained classrooms
Permanent Campus (57.24 acres near Arooru Village, NH-44) — Under Development
Permanent academic campus of 57.24 acres near Arooru village along NH-44 (Bengaluru–Hyderabad Asian Highway), Chikkaballapura taluk — under active construction. Upon completion will house: dedicated medical college building with lecture halls, laboratories (pre-clinical, para-clinical, clinical), library, examination halls, skill labs, departmental museums, seminar halls, auditorium. Separate hostel blocks for boys and girls. Staff quarters. Hospital facility. Sports grounds. The campus is strategically located on a National Highway for easy accessibility from Bengaluru (~55 km) and Hyderabad side.
Academic Facilities (Current Campus — MG Road, District Hospital)
Current academic facilities co-located with the New District Hospital. Features: well-equipped classrooms, NMC-compliant departmental laboratories, library with main reading room (books + Indian and international periodicals), skill development centre, health centre for minor medical emergencies on campus.
New District Hospital (Teaching Hospital — 300 beds, expanding to 750)
The New District Hospital, Chikkaballapura — the NMC-recognized attached teaching hospital — currently has 300 operational beds with sanctioned expansion to 750 beds. Provides 24×7 emergency services and comprehensive clinical specialties: General Medicine, General Surgery, OBG, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Dermatology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Anaesthesiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Forensic Medicine. ICU, Blood Bank, Radiology (X-Ray, USG), and Central Labs. Located in Chikkaballapura city on M G Road — the official NMC-listed campus address.
Hostel & Accommodation
Boys Hostel Fee Structure
| Room Type | Course | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Hostel | ₹18,000 |
Girls Hostel Fee Structure
| Room Type | Course | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Girls Hostel | ₹18,000 |
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The college was established in 2021 with the first MBBS batch of 100 students. MBBS intake was subsequently expanded to 150 seats. The college was renamed to NMC&RI effective 29 July 2025.
150 NMC-approved MBBS seats (expanded from original 100). No NRI or Management quota. PG: MD Anaesthesiology is NMC-approved; additional PG specialties are being added as the college matures. BSc Allied Health Sciences (Nursing, Imaging Technology, Anaesthesia Technology, BMLT) also offered.
₹65,100/year (Karnataka Government norms). Total tuition for 4.5 academic years: ~₹2.93 lakhs. Intern stipend: ₹30,000/month.
NEET 2025 AIQ Round 4 (Stray Vacancy) General closing rank: 27,016 (rising from 23,307 in 2023). Karnataka State Quota 2025 Round 2 General Home State closing rank: 47,186. PG: MD Anaesthesiology 2025 AIQ GN closing rank: 20,699. Only 2 total AIQ MBBS allotments across 2021–2024 — college is still building NEET preference.
Upcoming Exams
CUET
CUET UG Exam • 11-31 May 2026
PGIMER
BSc Nursing Exam • July-August 2026
NIPER JEE
NIPER JEE Exam • June 2026
CAT
CAT Exam • 29 Nov 2026