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Mysore Medical College and Research Institute (MMCRI) is a state government medical college established in 1924 by Sri Krishnaraja Wadiyar, the Maharaja of Mysore. It is one of the oldest medical institutions in Karnataka, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The college runs under the Government of Karnataka, Department of Medical Education.
MMCRI does not currently appear in the NIRF Medical ranked list as a standalone entry.
The college is located on Irwin Road, Mysore, with its attached teaching hospital, K.R. Hospital, operating 2,315 beds and serving Mysore district and four neighbouring districts as a major tertiary care referral centre.
- MBBS - 5.5 years (including 1-year mandatory rotating internship), NMC approved
- MD (Postgraduate) - 3 years across clinical specialities: General Medicine, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Anaesthesiology, Respiratory Medicine, Radiodiagnosis and basic science departments
- MS (Surgery) - 3 years in General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, ENT
- M.Ch (Superspeciality) - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (3 years)
- BSc Nursing (4 years), BSc Allied Health Sciences - Medical Lab Technology, Medical Imaging Technology, Respiratory Care Technology (3 years each)
- GNM (3 years), Diploma programmes in DMLT, Medical Imaging, Medical Records, Ophthalmic Technology, Health Inspector
The total MBBS fee under Government Quota is INR 2.90 Lakhs for the full 5.5-year programme. BSc Nursing fees are INR 1.60 Lakhs for 4 years.
Admission to MBBS is through NEET UG followed by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) centralised counselling. MD and MS admission is through NEET PG.
MMCRI Admission Dates 2026
MMCRI Mysore MBBS admissions for 2026-27 are governed by NEET UG 2026, conducted by NTA, followed by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) centralised counselling. The General (Open) category closing NEET rank at MMCRI stood at 8,022 in Round 2 of KEA 2026 counselling. Mop-up and stray vacancy rounds may continue into October 2026. NEET PG 2026 counselling for MD and MS admissions is conducted separately by the Karnataka PG Medical Admissions Authority.
| Event | Details / Status |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Exam | Conducted (May 2026) |
| KEA MBBS Counselling Round 1 | Completed (August to September 2026) |
| KEA MBBS Counselling Round 2 | Completed (September to October 2026) |
| Mop-up / Stray Vacancy Round | May be ongoing (October 2026) |
| NEET PG 2026 MD and MS Counselling | In progress (Karnataka PG Medical Admissions, 2026-27) |
| MBBS Classes Commencement | 2026-27 session (on admission) |
The table below lists the entrance exams and counselling bodies for each programme level at MMCRI.
| Programme | Exam | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | NEET UG | KEA, Karnataka (Government Quota) / MCC (AIQ) |
| MD and MS | NEET PG | Karnataka PG Medical Admissions Authority |
| M.Ch (Plastic Surgery) | NEET SS | MCC / Karnataka authority |
| BSc Nursing and Allied Health | NEET UG / merit | Direct institutional / Karnataka paramedical counselling |
MMCRI Courses and Fees
MMCRI Mysore offers programmes across undergraduate medicine, postgraduate specialities, superspeciality, nursing, and allied health sciences. All fees are under the Government Quota fee structure set by the Karnataka government. The table below covers major programmes with total fees from the current fee schedule.
| Course | Duration | Admission | Total Fees (Govt Quota) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 5.5 years (incl. 1-year internship) | NEET UG + KEA counselling | INR 2.90 Lakhs |
| BSc Nursing | 4 years | NEET UG / merit | INR 1.60 Lakhs |
| BSc Medical Lab Technology / Medical Imaging / Respiratory Care | 3 years | Merit-based | INR 1.23 Lakhs |
| GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) | 3 years | Karnataka Nursing Counselling | INR 0.40 Lakhs |
| MD (Clinical: Medicine, Paediatrics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiodiagnosis, Respiratory Medicine) | 3 years | NEET PG + Karnataka PG counselling | INR 3.70 Lakhs |
| MD (Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine, Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology) | 3 years | NEET PG + Karnataka PG counselling | INR 2.05 Lakhs |
| MD (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry) | 3 years | NEET PG + Karnataka PG counselling | INR 1.23 Lakhs |
| MS (General Surgery, Orthopaedics, OBG, Ophthalmology, ENT) | 3 years | NEET PG + Karnataka PG counselling | INR 3.70 Lakhs |
| M.Ch Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery | 3 years | NEET SS | INR 6.73 Lakhs |
MMCRI’s Government Quota MBBS fee of INR 2.90 Lakhs for the full 5.5-year programme is significantly lower than private medical college fees, which typically run several times higher. Diploma programmes (DMLT, Medical Imaging, Medical Records, Ophthalmic Technology, Health Inspector) are available at under INR 10,000 for their full duration.
MMCRI Admission Process
All clinical programme admissions at MMCRI are governed by NMC norms and NEET-based merit. There is no institute-level entrance test for any NMC-regulated programme.
MBBS Admission
- Eligibility: Passed 10+2 (Class XII) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects, minimum 50% marks for General category (40% for SC/ST/OBC). Age minimum 17 years.
- Selection: Valid NEET UG score, followed by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) centralised counselling for state quota seats and Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for All India Quota (AIQ) seats.
- Quota split: 15% of MBBS seats fall under AIQ (MCC counselling). 85% are under state quota (KEA counselling for Karnataka domicile candidates). A small management and NRI quota also exists.
- Cutoff context: The General (Open) category NEET rank at MMCRI closed at rank 8,022 in Round 2 of KEA 2026 counselling. Reserved category cutoffs are lower.
MD and MS (Postgraduate) Admission
- Eligibility: MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution with completed internship and full NMC registration.
- Selection: Valid NEET PG score, followed by Karnataka PG Medical Admissions Authority counselling for state quota seats and MCC for AIQ.
M.Ch (Superspeciality)
- Eligibility: MS (General Surgery) degree, NMC registration.
- Selection: Valid NEET SS score, MCC and state counselling.
BSc Nursing and Allied Health
- Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB, minimum 45%. NEET UG score may be required for BSc Nursing as per Karnataka nursing council regulations.
- Selection: Merit-based or through Karnataka paramedical and nursing admission counselling.
MMCRI Placements and Career Outcomes
MMCRI is a government medical college and does not conduct conventional campus placements. Career pathways for MBBS graduates are centred on postgraduate medical examinations, government service, and private practice.
| Career Stage / Pathway | Typical Compensation or Structure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS Internship | Stipend INR 15,000 to 18,000 per month | 1-year mandatory rotating internship at K.R. Hospital |
| Government Rural Service Bond | State government salary (INR 60,000 to 75,000 per month) | 2-year mandatory rural bond for Karnataka government MBBS graduates |
| NEET PG (MD/MS) | Stipend INR 65,000 to 80,000 per month (government hospital) | Most graduates pursue NEET PG after internship |
| DM / M.Ch | Senior residency or government specialist pay scale | After MD/MS, pursued by a subset of PG graduates |
| Private Practice or Private Hospital | Variable, INR 12 to 20 LPA starting for non-PG MBBS | Option after completing rural bond |
BSc Nursing graduates pursue roles at K.R. Hospital and other government hospitals, private hospitals, and corporate healthcare chains. Allied health science graduates from BSc MLT, Medical Imaging, and Respiratory Care take up technician and diagnostics roles across hospitals in Karnataka and beyond.
MMCRI Campus and Infrastructure
MMCRI is located at Irwin Road in central Mysore, in close proximity to K.R. Hospital, the attached 2,315-bed tertiary care teaching hospital. The hospital serves Mysore district and four surrounding districts, giving MBBS students access to a large and diverse clinical caseload across all specialities. Clinical exposure begins from the second year of MBBS and intensifies through the clinical years.
The campus includes pre-clinical and para-clinical department blocks, a central library, dissection hall, modern diagnostic laboratories, and postgraduate study facilities. MMCRI’s age and scale mean that the institution has a track record spanning a century of medical education in Karnataka, with a large alumni base in government and private medical practice across the state and abroad.
MMCRI vs KIMS Hubli vs VIMS Bellary
Aspirants who do not secure admission at top-tier Karnataka government colleges (BMCRI, KIMS) often consider MMCRI Mysore, KIMS Hubli, and VIMS Bellary as comparable mid-tier Karnataka government medical colleges with NEET UG-based admission.
| Parameter | MMCRI Mysore | KIMS Hubli | VIMS Bellary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | State government | State government | State government |
| Location | Mysore, Karnataka | Hubli, Karnataka | Bellary, Karnataka |
| Established | 1924 | 1957 | 1963 |
| Attached Hospital Beds | 2,315 | 2,210+ | 1,700+ |
| Affiliation | RGUHS Bangalore | RGUHS Bangalore | RGUHS Bangalore |
| MBBS Total Fee (Govt Quota) | INR 2.90 Lakhs | Government fee band | Government fee band |
| Admission | NEET UG + KEA | NEET UG + KEA | NEET UG + KEA |
| Bond Obligation | 2-year rural service | 2-year rural service | 2-year rural service |
MMCRI in Mysore has the oldest history (1924) and one of the largest attached hospitals in Karnataka. KIMS Hubli is better known for its Northern Karnataka reach and competitive NEET PG seat availability. VIMS Bellary serves the Hyderabad-Karnataka region. All three carry the same government rural bond obligation. City location influences the choice for many aspirants, particularly those from Mysore and Southern Karnataka regions.
MMCRI FAQs
Ques. Is MMCRI Mysore a government college?
Ans. Yes, MMCRI (Mysore Medical College and Research Institute) is a state government medical college run by the Government of Karnataka under its Department of Medical Education. It is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). It is not a private or deemed university institution.
Ques. What is the MBBS fee at MMCRI Mysore under Government Quota?
Ans. The total MBBS fee at MMCRI under the Government Quota is INR 2.90 Lakhs for the full 5.5-year programme, including the mandatory 1-year rotating internship. This is among the most affordable MBBS fee structures in Karnataka, significantly lower than any private medical college.
Ques. What NEET rank is needed for MBBS at MMCRI Mysore?
Ans. Based on KEA 2026 Round 2 counselling data, the General (Open) category NEET rank at MMCRI closed at 8,022 for Karnataka state quota seats. Reserved category cutoffs are lower. The closing rank varies each year depending on the total NEET candidate pool and seat availability. Checking the KEA counselling results for the current cycle is the most reliable reference.
Ques. Is there a service bond at MMCRI Mysore?
Ans. Yes, MBBS graduates from Karnataka government medical colleges including MMCRI are required to complete a 2-year rural service bond with the Karnataka state government. Candidates who do not serve the bond are required to pay a financial penalty as specified by the government. Bond terms are set by the Karnataka government and are subject to revision each year.
Ques. How is NEET PG admission done at MMCRI Mysore for MD and MS?
Ans. MD and MS admissions at MMCRI are based on the NEET PG score, conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). Karnataka state quota seats are allotted through the Karnataka Postgraduate Medical Admissions Authority counselling. 50% of seats fall under the All India Quota, allotted by MCC. MBBS degree with completed internship and NMC registration is mandatory to apply for NEET PG.
Ques. What is the attached hospital at MMCRI Mysore?
Ans. MMCRI’s attached teaching hospital is K.R. Hospital (Krishnarajendra Hospital), located on Irwin Road, Mysore. The hospital has 2,315 beds and serves as the primary tertiary care referral centre for Mysore district and four surrounding districts. The large patient volume gives MBBS students significant clinical exposure across all major specialities.
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Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 is ongoing for admission to State Quota MBBS/BDS Seats. The Seat Allotment Result for the Mop-up Round Counselling for MBBS will be released soon @ cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
The per month average hostel fee of Mysore Medical College and Research Institute is INR Five thousand. The total one year fee is INR Sixty thousand. The hostel fee may increase depending on the number of facilities you take in the hostel.
No,tThe college offers MBBS, MD and MS at the UG and PG level. The applications are invited in online mode by Mysore Medical College. Admission in MBBS requires a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, English, Biology/ Biotechnology from any recognized board. Selection in MBBS is based on two factors; 85% of the seats are filled through KCET while 15% seats are done through NEET, conducted by CBSE, Govt. of India. For MD and MS, MBBS degree from any recognized Medical college with 50% marks is required to be eligible. Admission to 75% seats in MD and MS is based on the performance in RGUHS entrance examination, while the rest of the seats are filled on the basis of score in NEET PG.
According to the previous year fee structure, The per year fee of Mysore Medical College MBBS is INR 67,050. The total fee of the course is INR 3,35,250.
Aspirant seeking admission in 3 years full-time Doctor of Medicine [MD] should have passed final year M.B.B.S. examination after pursuing a study in a medical college recognized by the Medical Council of India, from a recognized Medical College affiliated to any other University recognized as equivalent thereto, and has completed a one-year compulsory rotating internship in a teaching Institution or other Institution recognized by the Medical Council of India and has obtained permanent registration of any State Medical Council shall be eligible for admission.
You can check out more on the cut-off at the page MMCARI Mysore Cut-off.
Dear candidate, you will be allotted hostel seats after physical reporting at the college and if not, you can enquire in detail at 0821 252 0512.