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Father Muller Medical College (FMMC), Mangalore, is a private Christian minority medical institution established in 1999. It is a part of Father Muller Charitable Institutions, a healthcare and education trust founded in 1880 by Father Augustus Muller. The medical college is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru, and is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). FMMC holds NAAC Grade A accreditation (re-accredited 2021, CGPA 3.21) and is accredited by NABH for its hospital.
As per NIRF Medical 2024, FMMC Mangalore appeared in the ranked list of medical institutions in India.
The campus spans 100+ acres at Kankanady, Mangaluru, Karnataka. The Father Muller Hospital, attached to the college, is a tertiary care centre with 18 super-speciality departments, 300+ doctors, and diagnostic facilities including MRI, CT scan, Cath Lab, and NABL-accredited laboratory services. The institution has SIRO (Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) status from the Government of India.
- MBBS - 150 seats per year, 5.5 years (including 1-year rotating internship). Admission via NEET UG and KEA Karnataka counselling.
- MD programmes: General Medicine, Paediatrics, Radio Diagnosis, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Dermatology (DVL), Emergency Medicine, and other specialisations.
- MS programmes: General Surgery and other surgical specialisations.
- DM / M.Ch (super-specialty): Medical Oncology, Nephrology, Neurology (DM) and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology, Surgical Oncology, Urology (M.Ch) - 13 seats combined.
- BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) - 4.5 years, admission via NEET UG / KEA counselling.
- MPT (Master of Physiotherapy) - 4 specialisations: Musculoskeletal, Neurological Sciences, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Science, Paediatrics.
- PhD in Biochemistry, Medical Anatomy, Microbiology, Pathology, and Pharmacology.
MBBS fees under the Government/General quota are INR 6.91 Lakhs for the full 5.5-year programme. Management quota MBBS fees are INR 162.54 Lakhs. BPT fees (Government quota) are INR 1.29 Lakhs. DM and M.Ch super-specialty fees are INR 105 Lakhs.
MBBS graduates from FMMC pursue NEET PG for MD/MS specialisation, government medical service (Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Department), and private hospital or clinic practice. The attached tertiary hospital provides strong clinical exposure during training.
FMMC Admission Dates 2026
FMMC admissions across all programmes are anchored by NEET UG 2026 for MBBS and BPT, NEET PG 2026 for MD/MS, and NEET SS for DM/M.Ch. The 2026-27 cycle is currently active, with Karnataka state quota counselling in progress via KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority) and national All India Quota (AIQ) counselling via MCC (Medical Counselling Committee).
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Current) |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Exam | May 4, 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Result | June 2026 |
| KEA Karnataka MBBS Counselling | July to October 2026 (ongoing) |
| MCC AIQ MBBS Counselling | July to August 2026 |
| FMMC Management Quota Rounds | August to October 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam | June 2026 |
| KEA Karnataka PG Counselling (MD/MS) | August to October 2026 |
The Course-Wise Exam Accepted table below covers all programme families at FMMC and the respective entrance examinations.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Counselling Authority |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | NEET UG | KEA Karnataka (state quota) + MCC (AIQ) |
| BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) | NEET UG | KEA Karnataka |
| MD / MS | NEET PG | KEA Karnataka + MCC (AIQ) |
| DM / M.Ch (super-specialty) | NEET SS | MCC |
| MPT (Master of Physiotherapy) | RGUHS entrance / NEET PG | RGUHS / FMMC direct |
| PhD | UGC-NET / RGUHS PhD entrance | FMMC internal |
FMMC Courses and Fees
FMMC Mangalore offers medical education from the undergraduate MBBS level through super-specialty DM/M.Ch and research (PhD). Fees below are the total for the full programme duration. A large fee differential exists between government/general quota and management quota for MBBS.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Fees (Govt/General Quota) | Fees (Management Quota) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 5.5 years | 10+2 PCB 50%, NEET UG | INR 6.91 Lakhs | INR 162.54 Lakhs |
| BPT | 4.5 years | 10+2 PCB 45%, NEET UG | INR 1.29 Lakhs | INR 10.28 Lakhs |
| MD / MS | 3 years | MBBS + NEET PG | Varies by specialisation | INR 60 to 80 Lakhs (typical) |
| DM / M.Ch (super-specialty) | 3 years | MD/MS + NEET SS | INR 105 Lakhs | INR 105 Lakhs |
| MPT (4 specialisations) | 2 years | BPT with minimum 55% | INR 8.50 Lakhs | INR 8.50 Lakhs |
| PhD (5 disciplines) | 3 to 5 years | MD/PG in relevant discipline | INR 1.22 Lakhs per year | INR 1.22 Lakhs per year |
The government quota MBBS fee of INR 6.91 Lakhs covers the entire 5.5-year programme including the compulsory rotating internship. Management quota MBBS at FMMC at INR 162.54 Lakhs reflects the premium private category fee structure regulated by the Karnataka government’s Fee Fixation Committee. The 15 percent All India Quota (AIQ) seats are filled through MCC counselling at the government quota rate.
FMMC Admission Process
MBBS Admissions
MBBS admissions at FMMC are entirely NEET UG-driven. No institution-level aptitude test or interview is conducted.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects, minimum 50% aggregate for General Category (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per NMC norms), and a valid NEET UG score
- Age requirement: minimum 17 years at time of admission
- Seat distribution: 85% Karnataka state quota seats (filled by KEA), 15% AIQ seats (filled by MCC), Christian minority quota seats available under Karnataka minority institution norms
NEET UG 2026 General Category closing rank for FMMC government quota MBBS seats in previous cycles typically fell in the 50,000 to 100,000 NEET All India Rank range, depending on the specific counselling round and seat category. Management quota seats remain open until October and do not have a NEET rank cutoff beyond the minimum NEET qualifying threshold.
MD/MS (Postgraduate) Admissions
MD/MS admissions require a valid NEET PG score. KEA conducts Karnataka state quota counselling and MCC handles the 50% AIQ. Eligibility is an MBBS degree with compulsory rotating internship completion. Christian minority quota seats are available subject to community certificate verification. Popular MD branches at FMMC include General Medicine, Radio Diagnosis, and Paediatrics.
DM/M.Ch (Super-specialty) Admissions
DM (Medical Oncology, Nephrology, Neurology) and M.Ch (Urology, Surgical Oncology, Plastic Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology) seats are filled through NEET SS conducted by NTA. MCC handles the national centralised counselling. The combined DM/M.Ch intake at FMMC is 13 seats. Eligibility is a relevant MD or MS degree with recognised specialisation.
BPT Admissions
BPT admissions follow the NEET UG route via KEA Karnataka counselling. Eligibility is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (minimum 45%). The BPT government quota fee of INR 1.29 Lakhs makes this one of the more affordable physiotherapy programmes in Karnataka.
FMMC Placements and Career Outcomes
MBBS graduates from FMMC do not enter a conventional corporate placement process. Career outcomes are shaped by NEET PG performance, Karnataka government service pathways, and private hospital / clinical practice. The Father Muller Hospital itself is a training ground and potential employer for postgraduate residents and super-specialty fellows.
The most common pathways after MBBS from FMMC are listed in the table below.
| Career Pathway | Typical Compensation / Stipend | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Rural Service (1 year) | INR 30,000 to 40,000 per month | Mandatory for Karnataka state quota graduates before NEET PG eligibility |
| NEET PG Residency (MD/MS) | INR 50,000 to 80,000 per month (stipend) | Most FMMC graduates pursue this route for specialisation |
| Karnataka Government Service (MBBS) | INR 60,000 to 90,000 per month | Via KPSC (Karnataka Public Service Commission) |
| Private Hospital or Clinic (post-MBBS) | INR 40,000 to 80,000 per month | Varies by city tier and speciality |
| DM/M.Ch Super-specialty Fellow | INR 80,000 to 1,20,000 per month (stipend) | After MD/MS from FMMC or other institution |
FMMC’s attached 18-specialty tertiary hospital provides strong clinical case exposure during the MBBS internship, which is particularly valued for NEET PG preparation. Graduates from FMMC’s MD/MS programmes - especially Radio Diagnosis, Dermatology, and Oncology - are frequently absorbed into private hospital networks across Karnataka, Kerala, and the Gulf.
FMMC Rankings
FMMC Mangalore holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and NMC recognition. The institution participates in NIRF Medical rankings and the attached hospital holds NABH accreditation.
| Body | Category | Status / Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| NAAC | Institute Accreditation | Grade A (CGPA 3.21, re-accredited 2021) |
| NMC | Medical College Recognition | Recognised (150 MBBS seats) |
| NABH | Hospital Accreditation | NABH accredited (Father Muller Hospital) |
| NABL | Laboratory Accreditation | NABL accredited laboratory services |
| Government of India | Research Status | SIRO (Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) |
| RGUHS | First NAAC A-grade college under RGUHS | First medical college affiliated to RGUHS to receive NAAC Grade A |
FMMC was the first medical college affiliated to RGUHS to receive NAAC Grade A accreditation. The SIRO status from the Government of India enables the institution to undertake funded research projects through national agencies. The college appears in NIRF Medical rankings and reflects a consistent institutional quality trajectory for a 1999-established private medical college.
FMMC Scholarships
Students admitted to FMMC Mangalore under government and general quota may access state and central scholarship schemes. The management quota fee is set by the Karnataka government’s Fee Fixation Committee.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka State SC/ST/OBC Scholarship | Karnataka domicile, reserved category, income criteria | Full or partial tuition fee reimbursement per Karnataka government norms |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | 12th merit rank, family income below INR 8 Lakhs | INR 12,000 per annum |
| Minority Community Scholarship | Christian minority community students with income criteria | As per Karnataka minority scholarship rules |
| FMMC Institutional Aid | Economically constrained students, determined case-by-case | Partial fee concession per institutional policy |
MBBS students admitted under the NEET government quota pay only INR 6.91 Lakhs for the complete programme - an effective government subsidy that significantly reduces the financial burden. Students eligible for Karnataka state fee reimbursement or minority scholarships should submit documentation through the college’s scholarship cell at the time of admission.
FMMC Campus and Infrastructure
Father Muller Medical College is located at Kankanady, Mangaluru, Karnataka, within a 100+ acre campus that houses the medical college, the attached Father Muller Hospital, a nursing college, a homoeopathic medical college, and allied health sciences departments.
The Father Muller Hospital is a NABH-accredited tertiary care facility with 18 super-speciality departments including Cardiology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, and Nephrology. Diagnostic infrastructure includes MRI, CT scan, Cath Lab, and NABL-accredited laboratory services. The hospital handles complex procedures including Mechanical Thrombectomy and Endovascular Aortic Repair. With 300+ doctors, the clinical faculty covers breadth and depth of specialities relevant to NEET PG and super-specialty training.
The campus provides hostel accommodation for MBBS and PG students. The Kankanady campus is in central Mangaluru, accessible from Mangaluru Central and Kankanady railway stations on the Konkan and coastal railway lines. The airport is 15 km from the campus.
FMMC vs Yenepoya Medical College vs AJIMS Mangalore
Aspirants shortlisting FMMC frequently compare it with Yenepoya Medical College (Deralakatte, Mangaluru) and A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (AJIMS), also in Mangaluru. All three are NMC-recognised private medical colleges in the Dakshina Kannada district with NEET UG-based admissions.
| Parameter | FMMC Mangalore | Yenepoya Medical College | AJIMS Mangalore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1999 | 2008 | 2012 |
| MBBS Seats | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Affiliation | RGUHS | Yenepoya (Deemed University) | RGUHS |
| NAAC Grade | A (3.21) | A (Deemed University) | Accredited |
| MBBS Govt Quota Fee | INR 6.91 Lakhs | Similar range | Similar range |
| Super-specialty Programmes | DM and M.Ch (13 seats) | DM and M.Ch available | Limited super-specialty |
| Hospital Accreditation | NABH + NABL | NABH | NABH |
FMMC has the longest history among the three and has established super-specialty DM/M.Ch training in Oncology, Nephrology, and Neurology - programmes unavailable or limited at AJIMS. Yenepoya Medical College has the backing of a deemed university (Yenepoya University), giving it slightly more academic flexibility. AJIMS is newer but offers comparable MBBS infrastructure. All three use NEET UG for admissions through KEA Karnataka counselling. The FMMC management quota fee at INR 162.54 Lakhs is among the higher private rates in Karnataka, consistent with its established position and clinical infrastructure.
FMMC FAQs
Ques. What is the MBBS fee at Father Muller Medical College Mangalore?
Ans. The MBBS fee at FMMC under the Government/General quota is INR 6.91 Lakhs for the complete 5.5-year programme. Management quota MBBS fees are INR 162.54 Lakhs for the full duration. The 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats are filled at the government quota fee rate through MCC counselling. Fee is set by the Karnataka Fee Fixation Committee.
Ques. What NEET rank is required for FMMC Mangalore MBBS?
Ans. The NEET UG General Category closing rank for FMMC government quota MBBS seats in Karnataka state counselling typically falls in the range of 50,000 to 100,000 NEET All India Rank, depending on the round and category. Management quota seats are available to NEET-qualified candidates at the higher management fee, subject to the minimum qualifying percentile set by NMC. Christian minority quota seats have separate cutoffs under Karnataka minority norms.
Ques. Is FMMC Mangalore recognised by NMC?
Ans. Yes. Father Muller Medical College is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) for 150 MBBS seats per year. It is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. The college holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and its hospital holds NABH accreditation.
Ques. What are the career options after MBBS from FMMC Mangalore?
Ans. After MBBS from FMMC, graduates typically pursue NEET PG for MD/MS specialisation - which is the most common pathway. Other options include Karnataka government medical service (via KPSC), private hospital employment in Karnataka, Kerala, or the Gulf region, and private clinic practice. Karnataka state quota graduates are required to complete one year of compulsory rural service before appearing for NEET PG.
Ques. Does FMMC Mangalore offer super-specialty DM and M.Ch programmes?
Ans. Yes. FMMC offers DM in Medical Oncology, Nephrology, and Neurology, and M.Ch in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology, Surgical Oncology, and Urology. The combined DM/M.Ch intake is 13 seats. Admission is through NEET SS conducted by NTA, followed by MCC national counselling.
Ques. What is the NAAC grade of FMMC Mangalore?
Ans. Father Muller Medical College holds NAAC Grade A accreditation (CGPA 3.21), re-accredited in 2021. It was the first medical college affiliated to RGUHS to receive NAAC Grade A. The attached Father Muller Hospital is NABH-accredited and the laboratory services are NABL-accredited.
Ques. Does FMMC Mangalore have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, FMMC Mangalore has hostel facilities for MBBS and PG students within the 100+ acre campus at Kankanady, Mangaluru. The campus is well-connected to Mangaluru Central and Kankanady railway stations and 15 km from Mangaluru International Airport.
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Yes, Father Muller's Medical College (FMMC) in Mangaluru offers a BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) program. Admission is based on NEET UG scores, and the college participates in NEET UG Counselling 2025. The course duration is 5 years, including a 1-year compulsory rotating internship
Father Muller’s under the umbrella of Father Muller Charitable Institutions (FMCI) offers the B.Sc. Nursing program through its Father Muller College of Nursing in Mangalore. You must have done 10+2 with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), 50% aggregate (lower for reserved categories). The fee per year for the BSc in Nursing is INR 65,000.
MMC invites applications from MBBS and MD/MS/PG Diploma programs as per guidelines set by KEA. However, candidates seeking admission in MBBS, MD, MS, PG Diploma, M.Ch must register themselves for the relevant NEET Exams through the respective official website.
The fee for the college is not available online, you can contact or visit the college for detailed information about the course.
Father Muller Medical College MBBS Student stipend is INR 6 thousand per month for day scholars. The stipend for MBBS living as Hostellars is INR 4,250 per month
The per year fee of FMMC Mangalore MBBS for General Category is INR 10,80,152. The total fee of the course is INR 54,00,760. The per year fee for Government Seat is INR 1,28,746. The total fee of the course is INR 6,43,730.
The admissions will start after the declarationg of NEET UG and NEET PG results.
The fee has not been disclosed, you can register and download the brochure for the detailed information about the course.
You need to have a rank arounf 55301 in NEET to be eligible for admission to FMMC Mangalore after Karnataka counselling.
You need to clear the particular admission process of FMMC Mangalore course in which you want admission. The admission process of FMMC varies from course to course. Click on the below link to get the course wise admission process
Link: FMMC Mangalore Admission 2024
NEET is considered as compulsory requirement for admission to UG course MBBS.
Yes, you can apply provided you get over with your degree and produce the certificate at the time of document verification.
The per year fee of Father Muller Medical College MBBS is INR 9.94 lacs.
The fee structure varies from course to course and you can check it out in detail at FMMC Mangalore Courses & fees.
The College has been affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.
I would like to know the fees of BSc nursing?
Father Muller Medical College offers MBBS course only at the graduation level. The college does not offer any type of Nursing courses to the students.
There is no BPT or any other Physiotherapy course offered in Father Muller Medical College.
You need to have passed 10+2 in PCB and then appear for NEET UG which is scheduled for May 7th 2023 followed by an All-india counselling to get admission at FMMC New Delhi.
The fee structure for various courses offered at the college can be checked out at RMMC Mangalore Courses & fees.
Unfortunately, FMMC Mangalore doesn’t offer M.Sc Clinical Psychology Course to the students. However, you can check out the various courses offered under M.Sc program at FMMC Mangalore M.SC Courses.