SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital, Sattur, Dharwad Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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About SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital, Sattur, Dharwad
SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital (SDMCMSH), Sattur, Dharwad, is one of Karnataka's top private medical institutions and one of India's premier new-age private university medical colleges, established in 2003 under the patronage of Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade — Dharmadhikari of Shree Kshetra Dharmasthala. The college is a constituent of Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University (SDMU) — a Private University in Dharwad established by the SDM Educational Society, which was itself founded in 1966 and today runs 100+ institutions in Karnataka. SDMCMSH is recognized by NMC, INC, and the Government of India, and affiliated to SDM University (SDMU) as its degree-granting institution (⚠️ NOT RGUHS — multiple aggregators incorrectly list RGUHS; the degree-granting university is SDMU). Seat allotment is via KEA Karnataka (Government, Management, NRI quotas). IIRF 2025 ranked SDMU #3 Overall New Age Private University and #1 in 'Good for Medicine and Allied Courses' in India. SDMCMSH is consistently ranked among the Top #10 private medical colleges in Karnataka. The 52-acre green serene campus at Sattur, Dharwad, is 100% plastic-free with 24/7 generator backup — a rare and noteworthy hygiene and sustainability distinction. Campus: 52 acres, state-of-the-art lecture halls, simulation labs, a well-stocked library, sports facilities, hostels (separate for boys and girls with indoor-outdoor games, reading room, telephone), cafeteria, and on-campus banking (Syndicate Bank branch + SBI and Syndicate Bank ATMs). SDMCMSH has 150 MBBS seats, 96 PG seats in 22 disciplines (MD/MS + Diplomas), and offers 29–43 total courses (sources vary; 29 confirmed by Careers360, 43 by SelectYourUniversity). The 1,400-bed SDM Hospital — one of the largest private teaching hospitals in North Karnataka — has 18 operation theatres, 120 ICU beds (Medical, Surgical, Paediatric, Neonatal, Cardiac, Cardio-Thoracic ICUs), 80–90% average bed occupancy, and 5 lakh+ outpatients + 50,000+ inpatients annually — among the highest patient volumes for a Dharwad hospital. Best departments: OBG/Radiology/Cardiology/Paediatrics/General and Plastic Surgery. MBBS fee: Government ₹1,41,196/year; Management ₹17,45,200/year; NRI ₹32,40,500/year. NEET 2025 Karnataka SC General cutoff: AIR 1,59,110. NEET PG 2025 Round 1 GM MD cutoff: 685–32,383; MS: 4,608–13,108. PG ranked among Top #10 private medical colleges in Karnataka by careeredwise.com.
Explore the comprehensive list of courses offered by SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital, including detailed fee structures, specializations, and eligibility criteria:
SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital, Sattur, Dharwad Courses
7 CoursesMBBS
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score
MD/MS Postgraduate (22 Disciplines, 96 Total Seats)
MBBS with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved); valid NEET PG score (minimum 50th percentile General; 45th percentile reserved); internship completed by March 31; NMC/State Medical Council permanent/provisional registration
Diploma Programmes
MBBS with valid NEET PG score; or 10+2/BSc (for MLT/OTT)
Allied Health Sciences Programmes
10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based via SDMU/respective CET
Community Medicine Nursing / Medical Surgical Nursing / OBG Nursing / Paediatric Nursing / Psychiatric Nursing
BSc Nursing with valid score; via INC/State Nursing Council norms
Hospital / Healthcare Management
MBBS / BDS / relevant degree
Pharmacology (Advanced Masters / PhD)
MD Pharmacology / relevant postgraduate qualification
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBBS 1 specialization | ₹ 1.41L - 32.41L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories); minimum age 17 years by December 31; valid NEET UG score |
MD/MS Postgraduate (22 Disciplines, 96 Total Seats) 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | MBBS with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved); valid NEET PG score (minimum 50th percentile General; 45th percentile reserved); internship completed by March 31; NMC/State Medical Council permanent/provisional registration |
Diploma Programmes 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | MBBS with valid NEET PG score; or 10+2/BSc (for MLT/OTT) |
Allied Health Sciences Programmes 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | 10+2 with relevant subjects; merit-based via SDMU/respective CET |
Community Medicine Nursing / Medical Surgical Nursing / OBG Nursing / Paediatric Nursing / Psychiatric Nursing 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | BSc Nursing with valid score; via INC/State Nursing Council norms |
Hospital / Healthcare Management 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | MBBS / BDS / relevant degree |
Pharmacology (Advanced Masters / PhD) 1 specialization | ₹ N/A | MD Pharmacology / relevant postgraduate qualification |
SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital, Sattur, Dharwad 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
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#3 New Age Private University Overall; #1 in 'Good for Medicine and Allied Courses' category — best-in-class among all new-age private universities in India for medicine
IIRF (Indian Institutional Ranking Framework) 2025 (2025)
Top #10 Private Medical Colleges in Karnataka; Top #10 NEET PG preference in Karnataka (private colleges)
CareeredWise / directmbbsadmission (2025)
Recognised as one of the top private medical colleges in India; NAAC A++ aspirant (SDMU as a whole)
Careers360 (2024)
Complete Rankings Report
Explore all historic rankings and ratings
| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
IIRF (Indian Institutional Ranking Framework) 2025 (2025) | #3 New Age Private University Overall; #1 in 'Good for Medicine and Allied Courses' category — best-in-class among all new-age private universities in India for medicine |
CareeredWise / directmbbsadmission (2025) | Top #10 Private Medical Colleges in Karnataka; Top #10 NEET PG preference in Karnataka (private colleges) |
Careers360 (2024) | Recognised as one of the top private medical colleges in India; NAAC A++ aspirant (SDMU as a whole) |
NIRF (Medical/University — tentative) (2025) | NIRF rank band 151-200 for SDM University per one aggregator; NIRF Medical: under consideration |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
The SDM Educational Society — established in the Dharmasthala tradition of dharma and seva (charitable service) — provides financial assistance for deserving students. The trust has a centuries-old tradition of community service at Dharmasthala.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
SDM University / SDM Educational Society Scholarship The SDM Educational Society — established in the Dharmasthala tradition of dharma and seva (charitable service) — provides financial assistance for deserving students. The trust has a centuries-old tradition of community service at Dharmasthala. | Meritorious and/or financially needy students as per SDM Educational Society norms; priority for students from the Dharmasthala trust's service area | Partial fee waiver — as determined by SDM Educational Society annually |
Karnataka State Government SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship Karnataka post-matric scholarships applicable for reserved category government quota students at SDM. | SC/ST/OBC students with valid Karnataka caste certificate | Full tuition fee reimbursement + hostel allowance (for government quota students) |
EWS / Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) Central Government scholarships via National Scholarship Portal. | EWS / families with annual income below ₹8 lakhs; strong NEET score | ₹10,000–₹20,000/year |
Education Loan Education loans from banks and NBFCs. SDM University's IIRF #1 medicine ranking and strong placement record support loan approvals. | All admitted students | Up to ₹1.5 crores (for management quota ₹17.45 lakh/year — total ~₹78.5 lakhs for 4.5 years) |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
SDM Teaching Hospital (1,400 beds, 18 OTs, 120 ICU beds)
1,400-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital — one of the largest private teaching hospitals in North Karnataka. 18 operation theatres. 120 ICU beds across 6 types: Medical ICU, Surgical ICU, Paediatric ICU, Neonatal ICU, Cardiac ICU, Cardio-Thoracic ICU. Average 80–90% bed occupancy. Annual patient footfall: 5 lakh+ outpatients, 50,000+ inpatients from Dharwad, Hubballi, and adjacent districts of Karnataka and Maharashtra. Motto: quality treatment at affordable cost. General specialties: Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Pulmonology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiology, and 3 para-clinical departments. Super-specialty: Cardiology, Plastic Surgery. Best departments per student reviews and third-party assessments: OBG, Radiology, Cardiology, Paediatrics, General and Plastic Surgery.
52-Acre Plastic-Free Campus with 24/7 Generator Backup
52-acre campus in Manjushree Nagar, Sattur, Dharwad 580009. The entire campus is: 100% plastic-free — an exceptional environmental commitment; 24/7 generator power backup for uninterrupted academic and clinical operations. Serene, green environment described as ideal for medical education. Features: modern AC lecture halls with multimedia aids; simulation labs; research departments; well-equipped NMC-compliant departmental laboratories (pre-clinical, para-clinical, clinical); auditoriums; seminar halls; departmental museums; examination halls; skill lab; IT labs.
Library
Fully serviced library with national and international subscriptions to books, journals, magazines, and newspapers — providing the latest information to students and faculty. SDMU's digital library infrastructure (SDM University-wide) supports e-resource access, HELINET, and online research databases.
Hostels (Boys and Girls)
Separate hostel facilities for boys and girls on the 52-acre campus. Provisions: reading room, telephone access, indoor and outdoor games facilities. Basic amenities: furnished rooms, dining, security, warden supervision. The campus's serene Sattur location provides a calm study environment.
Sports & Recreation
Sports facilities on 52-acre campus: outdoor playing fields, indoor games (carrom, table tennis, chess). Cafeteria for dining. Alumni meet hall. The Dharwad-Hubballi twin city environment provides access to city amenities, cultural life (Dharwad is a major cultural centre of Karnataka, famous for the Kirana Gharana of Hindustani classical music), and recreational options within 10–15 km.
On-Campus Banking
Syndicate Bank branch on campus. ATMs: Syndicate Bank and SBI within campus premises. This on-campus banking infrastructure is a notable practical convenience for students and staff in the Sattur location.
Hostel & Accommodation
Campus Gallery
Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions
The full name is Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Medical Sciences & Hospital (SDMCMSH). It was established in 2003 as a brainchild of Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade — Dharmadhikari of Shree Kshetra Dharmasthala — under the Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Educational (SDME) Trust, which was established in 1966 by the 20th Dharmadhikari, Late D. Rathnavarma Heggade. The Dharmasthala tradition — centered around the sacred Manjunatha temple in Dharmasthala, near Mangaluru, with 800+ years of charitable service — imbues the college with a distinctive ethos of dharma (righteousness) and seva (service).
⚠️ SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital (SDMCMSH) is a constituent college of Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University (SDMU) — a Private University. Degrees (MBBS, MD/MS) are issued by SDMU. Multiple third-party aggregators incorrectly list RGUHS as the affiliating university. The correct affiliation is SDM University. However, KEA Karnataka conducts seat allotment (Government, Management, NRI quota) for SDMCMSH as it does for all Karnataka private medical colleges. Candidates verifying NMC recognition should look for SDMU as the affiliated university.
150 NMC-approved MBBS seats. 96 PG seats in 22 disciplines (MD/MS + Diplomas including Public Health, MLT, OTT). Total courses: 29–43 across medicine, nursing, allied health, and management. IIRF 2025 SDMU intake capacity listed as 688 students.
Government quota: ₹1,41,196/year. Management quota: ₹17,45,200/year (~₹78.54 lakhs for 4.5 years). NRI quota: ₹32,40,500/year (~₹1.46 crores for 4.5 years). Additional hostel, mess, library, lab, and caution deposit fees apply.
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