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Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar is a semi-autonomous government medical institute established in 1982 in Soura, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. It was created under a special Act of the J&K State Legislature and operates under the Government of Jammu and Kashmir. SKIMS is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC), the University Grants Commission (UGC), the Indian Nursing Council (INC), and the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
SKIMS Srinagar does not currently appear in the NIRF Medical ranked list.
The institute is spread across a campus of approximately 125 acres at Soura, on the outskirts of Srinagar city. SKIMS houses a 1,015-bed tertiary care hospital, the State Cancer Institute, a maternity hospital, a nursing college (Mader-e-Meharban Institute of Nursing Science), and a paramedical college. SKIMS Medical College, Bemina, established in 1989, operates as a separate but affiliated campus.
- MBBS — 150 seats per year (combined intake across SKIMS Soura and Bemina campuses), 5.5 years, annual fee INR 94,500
- MD / MS (Postgraduate) — across 20-plus disciplines including Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Anaesthesiology, Radiodiagnosis, Pathology, Microbiology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Orthopaedics
- DM / M.Ch (Super-specialty) — Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Medical Oncology, Cardiovascular Surgery, Neurosurgery, Urology, Paediatric Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, annual fee INR 2,25,000
- B.Sc Allied Health — Nursing, Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiology and Imaging Technology, Radiation Technology, Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology, Perfusion Technology, annual fee INR 12,500 to 18,500
- M.Sc Allied Health — across 12 disciplines including Cardiovascular Technology, Clinical Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine, Immunology, Pharmacology, Nursing, and Nuclear Medicine Technology
- Ph.D. programmes — in Clinical Biochemistry, Immunology, Pharmacology, and Nuclear Medicine
All MBBS and postgraduate medical admissions are NEET-driven. State quota seats are filled through the J&K Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE). All-India Quota seats are allotted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
SKIMS Admission Dates 2026
SKIMS MBBS admissions for the 2026-27 session are anchored by NEET UG 2026. State quota counselling is conducted by JKBOPEE and has progressed through three rounds, with the Mop-up Round closing on October 2, 2026. Allotment and reporting are in the final stages. The table below covers the key 2026-27 MBBS counselling milestones for J&K state quota seats.
| Event | 2026-27 Session |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Examination | May 4, 2026 |
| JKBOPEE Choice Filling (Round 1) | August 16 to 18, 2026 |
| 3rd / Mop-up Round Preferences | September 30 to October 2, 2026 |
| Reporting and Admission | October 2026 (ongoing) |
For NEET PG and NEET SS driven programmes (MD, MS, DM, MCh), counselling timelines are set separately by MCC and JKBOPEE. The table below shows the admission basis for the major programme families at SKIMS.
| Programme | Admission Basis | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | NEET UG | JKBOPEE (state quota) and MCC (AIQ) |
| MD / MS | NEET PG | JKBOPEE (state quota) and MCC (AIQ) |
| DM / M.Ch | NEET SS | MCC (All India) |
| B.Sc Allied Health / Nursing | NEET UG (for B.Sc Nursing) / merit in 10+2 | JKBOPEE or direct SKIMS admission |
| M.Sc Allied Health | Merit in relevant B.Sc degree | SKIMS direct admission |
SKIMS Courses and Fees
SKIMS, Srinagar runs programmes spanning undergraduate medical and allied health education, postgraduate residency training, super-specialty training, nursing, and doctoral research. The institute is one of the few government institutions in J&K offering DM and M.Ch super-specialty programmes. The table below covers headline programmes with annual fees where applicable.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 5.5 years | NEET UG qualifying score, 10+2 PCB with 50% | INR 94,500 per year |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | 10+2 PCB with minimum 45% | INR 12,500 per year |
| B.Sc Allied Health (MLT / Radiology / OT / Perfusion) | 3 years | 10+2 PCB, minimum 45% | INR 18,500 per year |
| MD / MS (PG Residency) | 3 years | MBBS with 1-year internship, NEET PG score | INR 50,000 to 1,83,000 per year |
| DM / M.Ch (Super-specialty) | 3 years | MD/MS in relevant discipline, NEET SS score | INR 2,25,000 per year |
| M.Sc Allied Health (12 disciplines) | 2 years | B.Sc in relevant subject | INR 12,000 to 1,22,000 total |
| Ph.D. (Clinical Biochemistry / Immunology / Pharmacology) | 3 to 5 years | Master’s degree in relevant discipline, JRF or institutional eligibility | INR 13,000 per year |
The SKIMS Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) and Diploma in Medical Radio Isotope Techniques (DMRIT) are short-cycle programmes at INR 12,000 total fee. SKIMS Medical College, Bemina (the Bemina campus), contributes seats to the combined MBBS intake of 150 per year and operates under the same admission process.
SKIMS Admission Process
MBBS Admission
MBBS admission at SKIMS is entirely NEET UG-driven. There is no separate institutional test. Seats are divided between the State Quota (filled by JKBOPEE) and the All-India Quota (filled by MCC). Candidates domiciled in J&K are eligible for both pools.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
- Age: 17 years minimum at the time of admission, as per NMC guidelines
- NEET UG qualifying percentile: 50th percentile for General category (40th for reserved)
- State quota process: JKBOPEE releases category-wise merit lists, conducts online choice filling, and releases allotment letters
- AIQ: 15% seats filled by MCC through the centralized counselling portal
MD / MS Admission
Postgraduate (MD and MS) admissions are based on NEET PG scores. State quota seats at SKIMS are counselled by JKBOPEE. Candidates require a valid MBBS degree with a completed rotating internship. NEET PG cut-off at SKIMS for popular clinical disciplines such as General Medicine, Paediatrics, and Radiodiagnosis has historically remained competitive given the institute’s clinical infrastructure and super-specialty exposure.
DM / M.Ch Admission
Super-specialty (DM and M.Ch) seats are filled entirely through MCC via the NEET SS examination. SKIMS offers DM in Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, and Medical Oncology, and M.Ch in Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Urology, Paediatric Surgery, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Eligibility requires an MD or MS in the relevant parent specialty and a valid NEET SS score.
B.Sc Allied Health and Nursing Programmes
B.Sc Nursing admissions are NEET UG-based, per INC guidelines. B.Sc Allied Health programmes in Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiology, Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology, Perfusion Technology, and Radiation Technology admit candidates based on merit in 10+2 PCB. Applications are typically invited directly by SKIMS with notifications on the official website.
SKIMS Placements and Career Outcomes
SKIMS does not hold conventional campus placement drives. Career outcomes for MBBS graduates from SKIMS are shaped by NEET PG scores for postgraduate residency, J&K government health service positions, and independent clinical practice. The institute’s reputation as the premier tertiary referral centre in the Kashmir Valley gives its MBBS graduates strong clinical exposure and competitive profiles for NEET PG.
The table below outlines the primary career pathways and indicative compensation at each stage for SKIMS MBBS graduates.
| Career Stage | Typical Compensation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS Internship (Rotating) | INR 15,000 to 20,000 per month (stipend) | Mandatory 1-year internship at SKIMS hospital |
| J&K Government Health Service | INR 56,100 per month starting (Level 10 pay matrix) | Governed by J&K Pay Scales for Medical Officers |
| NEET PG to MD/MS Residency | INR 60,000 to 90,000 per month (stipend) | Most SKIMS graduates pursue this pathway for specialisation |
| Private Clinical Practice (post-PG) | INR 1.2 to 2.5 LPA and above | Varies significantly by speciality and location |
| DM / M.Ch (Super-specialty) Residency | INR 75,000 to 1,00,000 per month (stipend) | Limited seats, highly competitive NEET SS process |
SKIMS Campus and Infrastructure
SKIMS, Srinagar occupies a campus of approximately 125 acres in the Soura area of Srinagar. The 1,015-bed main hospital serves as a tertiary referral centre for the Kashmir Valley and beyond. Clinical departments span internal medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics, orthopaedics, oncology, cardiology, neurology, neurosurgery, urology, and transplant surgery, among others.
The campus houses the State Cancer Institute, a dedicated maternity hospital, and the Mader-e-Meharban Institute of Nursing Science (nursing college). The paramedical college conducts B.Sc and M.Sc programmes across multiple allied health disciplines. SKIMS Medical College, Bemina, established in 1989, functions as a second campus and contributes to the combined 150-seat MBBS intake.
The institute has demonstrated capacity for complex clinical procedures. In November 2025, SKIMS surgeons completed an 11-hour neurosurgical procedure to remove a rare holocord intramedullary spinal cord tumour, described as among the most complex spinal surgeries performed in the region. The institute’s research output spans clinical trials, immunology, molecular medicine, and pharmacology through its Ph.D. and M.Sc research programmes.
SKIMS vs GMC Srinagar vs GMC Jammu
NEET UG aspirants from Jammu and Kashmir routinely compare SKIMS, Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, and Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu when shortlisting government medical seats in the union territory. All three are NMC-recognised government institutions. The comparison below covers key decision parameters.
| Parameter | SKIMS, Srinagar | GMC Srinagar | GMC Jammu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1982 | 1959 | 1972 |
| Type | Semi-autonomous govt institute, J&K Legislature Act | Government medical college | Government medical college |
| Hospital Beds | 1,015 | 1,200+ | 900+ |
| Super-specialty Programmes | DM and M.Ch (10 disciplines) | Limited | Limited |
| MBBS Annual Fee | INR 94,500 | Low (government quota) | Low (government quota) |
| Admission Body | JKBOPEE (state) and MCC (AIQ) | JKBOPEE and MCC | JKBOPEE and MCC |
| NMC Recognition | Yes | Yes | Yes |
SKIMS holds an edge for aspirants seeking exposure to a super-specialty hospital environment during MBBS training, given its DM and M.Ch programmes and tertiary referral case load. GMC Srinagar is the older institution in the Kashmir division with a larger hospital and a wide clinical caseload. GMC Jammu is the primary choice for NEET aspirants from the Jammu division seeking proximity to home during the five-and-a-half-year programme.
SKIMS FAQs
Ques. What is SKIMS Srinagar known for?
Ans. SKIMS (Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences), Srinagar is the premier government tertiary care medical institute in the Kashmir Valley. It is recognised by NMC, UGC, and INC, and offers MBBS, MD, MS, DM, M.Ch, B.Sc Nursing, allied health, and Ph.D. programmes. Its 1,015-bed hospital and State Cancer Institute give MBBS students clinical exposure across nearly all major specialities.
Ques. How is MBBS admission taken at SKIMS Srinagar?
Ans. MBBS admission at SKIMS is entirely NEET UG-driven. You must qualify NEET UG and register on the JKBOPEE portal for state quota seats, or on the MCC portal for the 15% All-India Quota. Eligibility requires 10+2 with PCB and a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). The combined MBBS intake across SKIMS Soura and the Bemina campus is 150 seats per year.
Ques. What is the MBBS fee at SKIMS Srinagar?
Ans. The annual MBBS fee at SKIMS Srinagar is INR 94,500 for the government quota. This fee applies per academic year for the 5.5-year MBBS programme. PG residency (MD/MS) fees range from INR 50,000 to INR 1,83,000 per year depending on the speciality.
Ques. Does SKIMS Srinagar offer super-specialty (DM / M.Ch) programmes?
Ans. Yes. SKIMS is among the few government institutions in J&K offering DM and M.Ch super-specialty training. DM disciplines include Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, and Medical Oncology. M.Ch disciplines include Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Urology, Paediatric Surgery, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Admission is through NEET SS, counselled by MCC.
Ques. Is SKIMS Srinagar ranked in NIRF?
Ans. SKIMS Srinagar does not currently appear in the NIRF Medical ranked list. It is, however, a nationally recognised government institute approved by NMC and affiliated to AIU, with postgraduate and super-specialty training programmes that are recognised across India.
Ques. What is the career path for MBBS graduates from SKIMS?
Ans. Most SKIMS MBBS graduates pursue NEET PG to secure an MD or MS residency for specialisation. Other pathways include positions in the J&K Government Health Service as medical officers, central government health services, or private clinical practice. SKIMS interns receive a monthly stipend of INR 15,000 to 20,000 during the mandatory rotating internship year.
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Admission for the B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) course at SKIMS Srinagar for the academic session 2025-26 is being conducted through the J&K Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) via a Common Entrance Test (CET) and counselling process, not direct walk-in admission. Selected candidates are published in provisional selection lists and must complete reporting as per the JKBOPEE schedule. Recent notifications show counselling and selection lists for B.Sc/B.Sc. Paramedical/Technology courses for 2025, indicating the process is active
SKIMS Srinagar (Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences) is a government institute, not a private medical college. The total MBBS fee for the full course is INR 94,500.
The academic session for the B.Sc. Nursing program at Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar, is scheduled to commence on October 6, 2025. This date aligns with the start of classes for the new first-year MBBS batch of 2025-26, as announced by SKIMS. As the B.Sc. Nursing program is offered by SKIMS College of Nursing; it is reasonable to expect that the nursing session will begin on the same date.
Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences Admission to Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) based on NEET UG scores. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks in PCB for admission to MBBS. At the postgraduate level, candidates can apply for admission to MD/MS, MSc Nursing, DNB, MSc, and PG Diploma at SKIMS. Candidates need an MBBS degree from a recognized university to be admitted to MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB programs. The institute offers admission to other UG and PG courses, such as BSc Nursing, BSc, MSc, and MSc Nursing, based on JKBOPEE scores.
The admission dates for the 2025 academic session at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) will be announced closer to the time, the application processes begin in the months following NEET or similar exams for medical courses.
The contact number of SKIMS Srinagar is +91 - 194 - 2401013. The alternative contact number of the institute is +91 - 194 - 2403679.
You can not apply for admission to any UG or PG course in SKIMS Srinagar. There are entrance examinations scores compulsorily accepted for admission to this institute.
In order to secure admission to the SKIMS Srinagar B.Sc. Nursing, you need to appear for an entrance examination known as JKBOPEE and have to clear it with valid scores.
The total fee for the BSc in Nursing is INR 12,500 at the SKIMS, Srinagar. You must have done (10+2) or High School Senior Secondary exam by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or any equivalent exam conducted by any State Board or Equivalent. He/She should have secured a minimum 50% Aggregate. All SC/ST candidates have a relaxation of 5% in the minimum aggregate.
The fees are not mentioned particularly, you can register and download the brochure for the detailed information.
Admission to SKIMS Srinagar is done based on NEET exam followed by counselling and you must have passed 12th with 50% or more to be eligible to get selected.
Admission to Radiology is done based on CET exam and you can check out the page SKIMS Srinagar B.Sc Radiology course to know more on the same.
Admission to SKIMS Srinagar is done based on NEET-UG/PG followed by counselling.
Admissions to courses for the session of 2023 has already been over. However, you need to have passed relevant UG degree with 60% and then appear for written test conducted by SKIMS Srinagar followed by J&K counselling.
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The contact numbers of SKIMS Srinagar are mentioned below:
Yes, Here you can get different scholarships from NSP and other local types of scholarships which can fulfill your fee requirements per year.
Yes, Admission to various UG and PG level courses is done on the basis of Common Entrance Test and Written tests conducted by the University
To know about the number of vacant seats at SKIMS, Srinagar, please visit the official website of the institute.