S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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Private
Total Courses
5 Courses
S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot - Overview
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About S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot
S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre (SNMC Bagalkot), Navanagar, Bagalkot, is one of North Karnataka's most prestigious and historically significant private medical colleges, established in 2002 under Shri Basaveshwar Vidya Vardhak Sangha (BVV Sangha) — a 118-year-old educational trust founded in 1906 by His Holiness Shri Gurubasava Mahaswamiji of Bilur, now running 90+ institutions across Karnataka. Named after former Chief Minister of Karnataka Shri S. Nijalingappa — who granted 250 acres of land on lease to the institution — SNMC is affiliated with RGUHS, approved by NMC, NAAC-accredited, and NIRF-ranked under the Top 150 Medical Colleges in India. The college has 250 MBBS seats (expanded progressively from 100 to 150 to 250) and 96 PG seats in 20 departments (MD/MS + Diplomas). The 114-acre elevated green campus at Navanagar, Bagalkot was occupied in 2004 (college shifted from old campus) and features state-of-the-art infrastructure: modern classrooms, a Simulation Centre (650-seat hall, high-fidelity mannequins, audiovisual systems — one of the best in North Karnataka), 14 hi-tech major OTs with 146 ICU beds, a well-equipped library, indoor stadium/gymnasium, swimming pool, basketball court, playground, and the BVV Eye Bank & Cornea Grafting Centre (200+ charitable corneal surgeries). The Hanagal Shree Kumareshwar (HSK) Hospital is a 950-bedded tertiary care hospital with 220 ICU beds (8 ICU types), 14 hi-tech major OTs, MRI, CT scan, Color Doppler, TMT, Dialysis, Echocardiography, Lithotripsy, Endoscopy, Mammography, Fundal Camera, EEG, EMG, Audiometry, NICU, and all specialties. Annual patient footfall: OPD 500+ patients/day; total over 1 lakh annually. NEET 2023 MBBS state quota General Merit closing rank: 86,228. Rankings: Open Management #27; Karnataka State #41; Karnataka State Management #10 (Edufever NEET 2024 preference data). MBBS fees: Government ₹1,53,571/year; Management ₹13,88,744/year (clinical PG); NRI quota 15% seats. NIRF placement: average ₹6–7 LPA; highest ₹14 LPA; median ₹6.5 LPA. Affiliated satellite teaching hospitals: UHTC–Old Bagalkot Road (4.5 km), RHTC–Shirur Shivganga (18 km), PHC Kaladagi (17 km), PHC Bewoor (35 km). Transport facility available.
S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre 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 S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot Courses
5 CoursesMBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC reserved categories); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score. Non-Karnataka candidates eligible for Management and NRI quota.
Post Graduate Courses
The candidates should have passed the MBBS degree examination from a recognized Medical College affiliated to any university recognized by the NMC.
MD/MS Postgraduate (20 Departments, 96 Total Seats)
MBBS with valid NEET PG score; internship completed by March 31
MBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC reserved categories); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score. Non-Karnataka candidates eligible for Management and NRI quota.
BSc Allied Health Sciences and Other Paramedical Courses
10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 2.14L - 40.76L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC reserved categories); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score. Non-Karnataka candidates eligible for Management and NRI quota. |
Post Graduate Courses 21 specializations | ₹ 65.5K - 14.38L | The candidates should have passed the MBBS degree examination from a recognized Medical College affiliated to any university recognized by the NMC. |
MD/MS Postgraduate (20 Departments, 96 Total Seats) 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | MBBS with valid NEET PG score; internship completed by March 31 |
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 1.54L - 12L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC reserved categories); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score. Non-Karnataka candidates eligible for Management and NRI quota. |
BSc Allied Health Sciences and Other Paramedical Courses 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | 10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based |
S. Nijalingappa Medical College & HSK Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot 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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Ranked under Top 150 Medical Colleges in India (NIRF)
NIRF (Medical Category) (2024)
Open Management Ranking: #27 | Karnataka State Management Ranking: #10 | Karnataka State Ranking: #41
Edufever / MBBSCouncil (NEET 2024 KEA counselling preference) (2024)
Complete Rankings Report
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
NIRF (Medical Category) (2024) | Ranked under Top 150 Medical Colleges in India (NIRF) |
Edufever / MBBSCouncil (NEET 2024 KEA counselling preference) (2024) | Open Management Ranking: #27 | Karnataka State Management Ranking: #10 | Karnataka State Ranking: #41 |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Education loans from banks and NBFCs. SNMC's NIRF Top 150 ranking and NAAC accreditation support loan approvals.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
Education Loan Education loans from banks and NBFCs. SNMC's NIRF Top 150 ranking and NAAC accreditation support loan approvals. | All admitted students | Up to ₹1 crore |
EWS / Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) Central Government scholarships via National Scholarship Portal. | EWS / families with annual income below ₹8 lakhs | ₹10,000–₹20,000/year |
Karnataka State Government SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship Karnataka post-matric scholarships for reserved category students. | SC/ST/OBC students with valid Karnataka caste certificate meeting income criteria | Full tuition fee reimbursement + hostel allowance |
BVV Sangha / SNMC Academic Performance Scholarship BVV Sangha — with 118 years of educational service and commitment to quality education — provides merit-based scholarships for outstanding students. | Meritorious students based on academic performance in MBBS/PG examinations | Cash award and certificate as per BVV Sangha scholarship policy |
BVV Sangha / SNMC Academic Performance Scholarship BVV Sangha — with 118 years of educational service and commitment to quality education — provides merit-based scholarships for outstanding students. | Meritorious students based on academic performance in MBBS/PG examinations | Cash award and certificate as per BVV Sangha scholarship policy |
Karnataka State Government SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship Karnataka post-matric scholarships for reserved category students. | SC/ST/OBC students with valid Karnataka caste certificate meeting income criteria | Full tuition fee reimbursement + hostel allowance |
EWS / Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) Central Government scholarships via National Scholarship Portal. | EWS / families with annual income below ₹8 lakhs | ₹10,000–₹20,000/year |
Education Loan Education loans from banks and NBFCs. SNMC's NIRF Top 150 ranking and NAAC accreditation support loan approvals. | All admitted students | Up to ₹1 crore |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
114-Acre Elevated Campus — Navanagar, Bagalkot
114-acre elevated campus between the old and new city of Bagalkot in Navanagar (Bagalkot's planned township). Features: modern classrooms with audio-visual aids; NMC-compliant departmental laboratories; museums; examination halls; seminar halls. Simulation Centre: 650-seat hall, high-fidelity mannequins, state-of-the-art audiovisual systems. BVV Eye Bank & Cornea Grafting Centre (registered under Human Organs Transplantation Act 1994; 200+ charitable corneal grafting surgeries performed). Computer labs; digital library; central library.
Sports Complex (Indoor Stadium, Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Basketball Court)
Comprehensive sports infrastructure on the 114-acre campus: Indoor stadium; Gymnasium; Swimming pool; Basketball court; Outdoor playground. Indoor games: Badminton, Volleyball, Carrom, Table Tennis. Television and music facilities for recreation. Students receive daily morning and evening physical activity encouragement from college.
Hostels (Boys and Girls — Separate, On Campus)
Separate hostels for boys and girls (and PG students) on the 114-acre campus. Hostel features: Well-maintained furnished rooms (comfortable beds, study desks, chairs, storage); 24-hour RO drinking water; 24-hour tap water; hygienic mess/dining hall; fast and reliable internet/Wi-Fi; CCTV cameras; 24-hour security personnel; secure doors and locks; emergency response systems; warden contact displayed on notice board. Students from different states describe hostel experience positively for security and basic amenities. Swimming pool and gymnasium also accessible to hostel students.
HSK Hospital (950 beds, 8 ICU types, 14 hi-tech OTs)
Hanagal Shree Kumareshwar Hospital & Research Centre — a 950-bed (750 general + 144–220 ICU beds) state-of-the-art tertiary care teaching hospital, shifted to the 114-acre Navanagar campus in 2004. 14 hi-tech major OTs with 146 ICU beds. 8 types of ICUs. Casualty: 20 beds; Trauma Care: 6 beds with ventilators, defibrillators, monitors, centralised vacuum. Technology: MRI, MDCT, Colour Doppler, TMT, Dialysis, 2D Echocardiography, Lithotripsy, Endoscopy, Mammography, Fluoroscopy, DSA, Fundal Camera, EEG, EMG, Audiometry, NICU. All general specialties + Radiotherapy. OPD: 500+ patients/day; annual footfall >1 lakh. UHTC at Old Bagalkot Road (4.5 km); RHTC at Shirur Shivganga (18 km); PHC Kaladagi (17 km); PHC Bewoor (35 km).
Transport Facility
College operates a transport facility for students and staff living in faraway places within Karnataka — commuter buses serving Bagalkot district and surrounding areas.
BVV Eye Bank and Cornea Grafting Centre
Established in 2002 within the SNMC/HSK Hospital premises, registered under the Human Organs Transplantation Act 1994. 200+ sight-restoring corneal grafting surgeries performed on a charitable basis. Propagates awareness about eye donation. Serves as a valuable academic and community resource for medicine, optometry, and public health.
Hostel & Accommodation
Boys Hostel Fee Structure
| Room Type | Course | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Hostel | ₹165,000 |
Girls Hostel Fee Structure
| Room Type | Course | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Girls Hostel | ₹165,000 |
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SNMC occupies 114 acres of elevated land between the old and new city of Bagalkot in Navanagar — one of the largest private medical college campuses in North Karnataka. Features: Simulation Centre (650-seat, high-fidelity), BVV Eye Bank, 14 hi-tech OTs, indoor stadium, gymnasium, swimming pool, basketball court, playground, library, computer labs, hostels (boys and girls with swimming pool/gym/Wi-Fi), transport facility, canteen. Bagalkot district is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Aihole, Badami, and Pattadakal — extraordinary cultural heritage within 50–70 km of campus.
NEET 2023 Karnataka state quota General category closing rank: 86,228. NEET 2024 data available on MBBSCouncil app. Management quota cutoff lower than government quota. SNMC is Karnataka State Management #10 — a well-regarded private college. PG 2023: MD Pathology most accessible (closing rank 1,83,473); MS General Surgery 2022 Karnataka General closing rank: 19,614. Management PG fee: Clinical ₹13,88,744/year.
SNMC has a dedicated Simulation Centre featuring a 650-seat hall — one of the largest simulation training arenas in North Karnataka. Equipped with high-fidelity mannequins and state-of-the-art audiovisual systems for real-time monitoring and feedback. Supports simultaneous multi-group training in clinical skills, teamwork, communication, and emergency decision-making. A key asset for CBME (Competency-Based Medical Education) implementation.
Hanagal Shree Kumareshwar (HSK) Hospital is a 950-bedded (750 general + 144–220 ICU beds in 8 ICU types) state-of-the-art tertiary care teaching hospital. Established in 2000 in the old BVV campus; shifted in 2004 to the current 114-acre Navanagar campus. 14 hi-tech major OTs with 146 ICU beds; casualty (20 beds); trauma care (6 beds with ventilators, defibrillators, monitors, centralised vacuum). Technology: MRI, CT scan, Colour Doppler, TMT, Dialysis, Echocardiography, Lithotripsy, Endoscopy, Mammography, Fundal Camera, EEG, EMG, Audiometry, NICU. All standard clinical specialties + Radiotherapy. BVV Eye Bank & Cornea Grafting Centre for charitable corneal transplants. UHTC (4.5 km), RHTC (18 km), PHCs (17–35 km) as satellite teaching facilities.
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