Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kolar

#New private medical college (est. 2016) — not yet ranked by NIRF, India Today, or major ranking agencies. RGUHS-affiliated; NMC recognized (verify current status). Trust-run college with large campus (30 acres, 7,50,000 sq.ft.) and growing hospital (650 beds → 1,000+ planned). KGF location, 95 km from Bengaluru. Institutional note📍 Kolar Gold Fields (KGF), Kolar District, Karnataka

Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kolar Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs

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Institute Type

Private

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Total Courses

2 Courses

Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kolar - Overview

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About Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kolar

⚠️ NOTE ON NAME SPELLING: The institution is variously spelled 'Sambhram' (official trust/college usage) and 'Sambharam/Sambhram' in third-party sources. The official name per the Sambhram Charitable Trust (R) and college website is 'Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research' (SIMSAR); spellings 'Sambharam' and 'Shambharam' also appear in third-party aggregators. This entry uses 'Sambhram' as the canonical spelling per official sources. Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (SIMSAR), Kolar Gold Fields, is a private medical college established in 2016 under the Sambhram Charitable Trust (R) — founded in 1991 by Sri R. Venkatesh in the historic Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) region of Kolar district, Karnataka. ⚠️ NMC RECOGNITION: NMC LoP granted 26 September 2016; multiple 2025 sources confirm NMC-approved 150 MBBS seats; however, one older source cited pending recognition and a student comment cautioned about NMC approval — candidates MUST verify current NMC status at nmcindia.org before admission. The college is affiliated with RGUHS and all admissions conducted via KEA Karnataka counselling. The 30-acre campus at BEML Nagar, KGF, has an immediate built-up area of 7,50,000 sq.ft. — one of the largest built-up areas among newer Karnataka private colleges. The Sambhram Hospital is a 650-bed (expanding to 1,000+ beds) multi-specialty hospital serving the KGF community, with 900+ outpatients daily, 24×7 emergency and trauma care, and comprehensive clinical specialties. The hospital provides world-class facilities at very affordable prices with a focus on community healthcare. At the PG level, some seats in Pathology, Community Medicine, OBG, General Surgery, and Orthopaedics have been recognized; additional PG seats are being approved. The college has 147 enrolled students and 265 faculty members. MBBS fee: Government quota ~₹1,53,571/year; Management quota fees to be verified at KEA/official website. NRI/Foreign National quota: 15% seats. Location: 95 km from Bengaluru (~1.5–2 hours), 100–110 km from KIAL Bengaluru. KGF was made internationally famous by the 2018 Kannada blockbuster film 'KGF: Chapter 1' (and 2022's 'KGF: Chapter 2') — giving Kolar Gold Fields global cultural recognition.

Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research 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 Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kolar courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:

Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kolar Courses

2 Courses

MBBS

1 specialization

Fee Range₹ 1.54L

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST, 45% for OBC); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score. Foreign Nationals/NRI/OCI/PIO: passport, work permit or school certificate, inward remittance certificate from RBI, RGUHS eligibility certificate required.

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MD/MS Postgraduate (Select Specialties)

1 specialization

Fee Range₹ N/A

MBBS with valid NEET PG score; internship completed by March 31

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Course	Fee Range	Eligibility
MBBS 1 specialization	₹ 1.54L	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST, 45% for OBC); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score. Foreign Nationals/NRI/OCI/PIO: passport, work permit or school certificate, inward remittance certificate from RBI, RGUHS eligibility certificate required.
MD/MS Postgraduate (Select Specialties) 1 specialization	₹ N/A	MBBS with valid NEET PG score; internship completed by March 31

Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kolar Admissions

Admission Process Overview

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

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 (PCB + English) with minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST, 45% for OBC); minimum age 17 years; valid NEET UG score. Foreign Nationals/NRI: additional documents required (passport, work permit, RBI inward remittance certificate, RGUHS eligibility certificate).

Admission Process

SIMSAR MBBS admissions are through KEA (Karnataka Examination Authority) Karnataka counselling — 100% via KEA for Government, Management, and NRI/Foreign quota. No direct admissions. KEA conducts 3–4 rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up (and Stray Vacancy where applicable). 85% seats for Karnataka State Quota candidates; 15% for NRI/Foreign Category. Non-Karnataka candidates eligible for Management and NRI quota. PG admissions (recognized specialties): via KEA Karnataka (State + Management Quota) and MCC (AIQ). ⚠️ CRITICAL: Verify NMC recognition at nmcindia.org before committing to admission.

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Placement Highlights 2025

SIMSAR is a relatively new college (est. 2016); first MBBS batches are completing now (2021+ graduates). MBBS graduates pursue NEET PG for specialisation or enter Karnataka/AP Government health services. The hospital's 900+ daily OPD provides strong clinical exposure. KGF's proximity to Bengaluru (95 km) gives graduates access to Bengaluru's large healthcare market. Placement tracking data not yet formally published. Student graduation ceremonies and alumni engagement activities are being built.

Top Recruiters

Sambhram Hospital KGF (in-house, 650 beds), Govern...

Top Recruiters & Packages

Company	Package
Sambhram Hospital KGF (in-house, 650 beds)	N/A
Government Hospitals — Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh	N/A
Private Hospitals — Bengaluru / Kolar / South Karnataka	N/A

New private medical college (est. 2016) — not yet ranked by NIRF, India Today, or major ranking agencies. RGUHS-affiliated; NMC recognized (verify current status). Trust-run college with large campus (30 acres, 7,50,000 sq.ft.) and growing hospital (650 beds → 1,000+ planned). KGF location, 95 km from Bengaluru.

Institutional note (2025)

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Publishing Agency	Ranking / Rating
Institutional note (2025)	New private medical college (est. 2016) — not yet ranked by NIRF, India Today, or major ranking agencies. RGUHS-affiliated; NMC recognized (verify current status). Trust-run college with large campus (30 acres, 7,50,000 sq.ft.) and growing hospital (650 beds → 1,000+ planned). KGF location, 95 km from Bengaluru.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Central Government scholarships via National Scholarship Portal.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria	Award Amount
EWS / Central Sector Scholarship Central Government scholarships via National Scholarship Portal.	EWS / families with income below ₹8 lakhs; strong NEET score	₹10,000–₹20,000/year (CSSS); varies for EWS
Karnataka State Government SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship Karnataka state post-matric scholarship for reserved category government quota students in private colleges.	SC/ST/OBC students with valid Karnataka caste certificate meeting income criteria	Full tuition fee reimbursement + hostel allowance (for government quota students)

Campus Infrastructure

Campus Infrastructure & Facilities

Hostels (Boys and Girls)

Separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Options: AC and non-AC rooms. Amenities: Wi-Fi internet access, security surveillance, TV room with entertainment channels, nutritious food at hostel mess, comfortable furniture. Located within the 30-acre campus perimeter.

Sambhram Hospital (650 beds → 1,000 beds, 900+ OPD/day)

650-bed (infrastructure in place for expansion to 1,000 beds) multi-specialty teaching hospital at BEML Nagar, KGF. 900+ outpatients daily. 24×7 Emergency and Trauma Care. Services: General Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiodiagnosis, ENT, Ophthalmology, Anaesthesiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Forensic Medicine. Blood Bank, Central Lab, Radiology. Light, airy public spaces; comfortable waiting areas; modern consulting rooms. Affordable pricing policy for community patients. Run by experienced and skilled medical professionals.

Sports & Recreation

Playground, gymnasium, and sports facilities on 30-acre campus. The KGF location — historic gold mining town, 95 km from Bengaluru — offers a unique environment. KGF's international fame via the 'KGF' film franchise attracts students from across India who are curious about the region's extraordinary history.

30-Acre Campus, 7,50,000 sq.ft. Built-Up Area

30-acre campus at D.K. Halli Plantation Road, BEML Nagar, KGF with 7,50,000 sq.ft. immediately built-up area — one of the largest physical footprints among newer Karnataka private medical colleges. Facilities: modern lecture halls with latest audio-visual aids (LCD, multimedia), seminar rooms, demonstration rooms, well-equipped NMC-compliant departmental laboratories for all pre-clinical/para-clinical/clinical departments, library, skill development centre, examination halls, common rooms, beautiful landscape providing a conducive study environment.

Library

Well-stocked library with medical textbooks, reference materials, journals, and digital resources. Internet access for research. Support for NEET PG preparation and clinical research.

Hostel & Accommodation

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Frequently Asked Questions

SIMSAR was founded in 2016 by the Sambhram Charitable Trust (R), which was itself formed in 1991 under the Indian Trust Act by Chairman and Founder Trustee Sri R. Venkatesh along with other trustees. The trust was established 25 years before the medical college, reflecting a long-standing commitment to healthcare and education in the KGF region. The trust name 'Sambhram' means 'enthusiasm' in Kannada.

The official name per the Sambhram Charitable Trust (R) and college website is 'Sambhram Institute of Medical Sciences and Research' (SIMSAR). The spelling 'Sambharam' (and variations like 'Shambharam') appear widely in third-party aggregators and directories. The correct canonical spelling is 'Sambhram'. 'Sambhram' means 'enthusiasm/excitement' in Kannada.

30-acre campus at BEML Nagar, KGF, with an immediate built-up area of 7,50,000 sq.ft. — one of the largest physical footprints among newer Karnataka private medical colleges. Modern lecture halls with audio-visual tools, seminar rooms, demonstration rooms, NMC-compliant departmental laboratories, library, hostels (separate for boys and girls — AC and non-AC options, Wi-Fi, security, TV rooms, hygienic mess), playground, gymnasium, cafeteria.

95 km from Bengaluru city (~1.5–2 hours). 100–110 km from Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (KIAL). Kolar Railway Station (KQZ) ~14 km; ChikkaBanavara Junction ~6.3 km. KSRTC and private buses available from Bengaluru Majestic, KR Puram, and Yelahanka to KGF.