Question 1

What is the expected NEET UG cutoff rank for VIMS Bangalore MBBS 2026?

Accepted Answer

As per KEA 2025 counselling data, the general category (2AG) closing rank at VIMS Bangalore MBBS was 45,513 to 50,094 in Round 2. The 2026 cutoff will depend on NEET UG 2026 results and seat availability. Check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for the official 2026 merit list after counselling begins.

Question 2

Is management quota available at VIMS Bangalore for MBBS?

Accepted Answer

Yes. VIMS Bangalore operates under the AMPCK (Association of Minority Professional Colleges in Karnataka) framework, which includes a management quota component for MBBS admission. Candidates must hold a valid NEET UG qualifying score. Contact the VIMS admissions office at 9986112211 (9 AM to 4 PM) for seat availability and process details.

Question 3

How many MBBS seats does VIMS Bangalore offer?

Accepted Answer

VIMS Bangalore admits 250 MBBS students per academic year. Of these, 85% (approximately 212 seats) are Karnataka state quota seats allotted by KEA. The remaining 15% (approximately 38 seats) are All-India Quota seats allotted by MCC.

Question 4

Is Karnataka domicile required for VIMS Bangalore MBBS admission?

Accepted Answer

Karnataka domicile is required for 85% of MBBS seats (KEA state quota). Candidates from other states are eligible only for the 15% All-India Quota (AIQ) seats administered by MCC at mcc.nic.in. Management quota seats may have different domicile norms - verify with the admissions office.

Question 5

Which counselling body handles VIMS Bangalore DM/M.Ch admission?

Accepted Answer

MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) controls 100% of DM/M.Ch super-speciality seats at VIMS Bangalore through NEET SS counselling. KEA is not involved. Candidates must register at mcc.nic.in after qualifying NEET SS. VIMS offers 10 super-speciality programmes with 1 to 5 seats each.

Question 6

What is the duration of the MBBS programme at VIMS Bangalore?

Accepted Answer

The MBBS programme at VIMS Bangalore spans 4.5 academic years followed by one year of compulsory rotating internship. The internship is completed at Vydehi Hospital and its affiliated hospitals. The total duration from admission to internship completion is 5.5 years.

Question 7

Can final year MBBS students apply for MD/MS at VIMS Bangalore?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Candidates who are likely to complete their internship by the cut-off date specified in the KEA or MCC information bulletin are eligible for NEET PG counselling. Verify the exact internship completion cut-off date in the official bulletin when it is released.

Question 8

Does VIMS Bangalore accept scores other than NEET for MBBS admission?

Accepted Answer

No. NEET UG is the only accepted entrance exam for VIMS Bangalore MBBS admission. No other national or state-level exam (such as KCET, CET, or VIMS own test) is accepted. This is mandated by the National Medical Commission for all MBBS admissions in India.

Question 9

How many MD/MS specialisations does VIMS Bangalore offer?

Accepted Answer

VIMS Bangalore offers 23 MD/MS specialisations with a combined postgraduate intake of over 172 seats. The largest intakes are in General Medicine (21 seats), Surgery (18 seats), Orthopaedics (16 seats), and Paediatrics (14 seats). Admission is through NEET PG via KEA (50% state quota) and MCC (50% AIQ).

Question 10

What documents are required for VIMS Bangalore MBBS admission?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must carry the NEET UG 2026 scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates, KEA or MCC seat allotment letter, Karnataka domicile certificate (for state quota), category certificate (if applicable), date of birth proof, and recent passport-size photographs at the time of reporting to VIMS.

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