The Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine at Nitte (Deemed to be University) is a one-year clinical training programme offered at K S Hegde Medical Academy (KSHEMA), Nitte Deemed to be University, Deralakatte, Mangaluru. The programme covers reproductive physiology and endocrinology, assessment and management of male and female infertility, ovulation induction protocols, intrauterine insemination (IUI), in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) laboratory procedures, embryology basics, endoscopy in reproductive medicine, recurrent pregnancy loss, and clinical case management in a reproductive medicine unit, preparing participants for clinical practice in infertility management and assisted reproductive technology (ART) settings. KSHEMA operates a dedicated IVF centre providing hands-on supervised training alongside the fellowship curriculum. Nitte Deemed to be University holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 2,14,000 for the year.
📋 Admission Status: KSHEMA Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine admissions for 2026-27 are open. Applications are accepted at apply.nitte.edu.in. Admission is merit-based on qualifying degree and relevant clinical experience.
Key Points
- One-year structured clinical fellowship at KSHEMA’s dedicated reproductive medicine and IVF unit
- Covers IVF, IUI, ovulation induction, reproductive endoscopy, and embryology
- Eligibility: MBBS with completed rotating internship; Obs-Gyne background preferred
- KSHEMA IVF centre is the first university-affiliated IVF lab in Mangaluru
- Nitte Deemed to be University: NAAC A+ accredited, UGC-recognised
Nitte University Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
| Tuition Fee | INR 2,00,000 |
| University Fee | INR 2,000 |
| Examination Fee | INR 12,000 |
| Total Fees (1 Year, Hostel Separate) | INR 2,14,000 |
- Fee source: nitte.edu.in/fee/PGGEN.pdf 2026-27 (General Category).
- Hostel charges are separate; confirm at kshema.nitte.edu.in.
- Verify 2026-27 fee at nitte.edu.in before registration.
Nitte University Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| KSHEMA Fellowship Application | Rolling; apply.nitte.edu.in |
| Shortlisting and Interview | As scheduled by KSHEMA admissions |
| Programme Start | August 2026 (or as notified by KSHEMA) |
- No national entrance exam required; admission is merit-based.
- Apply at apply.nitte.edu.in: MBBS certificate and internship letter required.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview at KSHEMA, Mangaluru.
- Seats are limited; early application is advised for 2026-27.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks and must have completed the compulsory rotating internship.
- Prior clinical exposure in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or a related clinical speciality is preferred. Apply at apply.nitte.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Submit the online application at apply.nitte.edu.in with your MBBS marksheet, internship completion certificate, and a brief statement of purpose.
- KSHEMA admissions committee reviews applications and shortlists candidates based on academic merit and relevant clinical background.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview or viva voce at K S Hegde Medical Academy, Deralakatte, Mangaluru.
- Selected candidates pay the programme fee of INR 2,14,000 (source: nitte.edu.in/fee/PGGEN.pdf 2026-27; hostel charges separate) and complete document verification at KSHEMA.
- Complete registration; the one-year programme commences August 2026 or as notified.
✓ Opt for this if
- MBBS holder wanting structured clinical training in infertility and ART procedures
- Obs-Gyne clinician building expertise in IVF, IUI, and reproductive endocrinology
- KSHEMA’s IVF centre and Mangaluru hospital network suit your clinical geography
- Seeking a fellowship credential to differentiate in reproductive medicine practice
- Fee of INR 2.14 Lakhs for a 1-year clinical fellowship is cost-effective
✗ Skip if
- MS (Obs and Gyne) or DGO is the goal; this fellowship supplements, not replaces, PG training
- Super-speciality DrNB in Reproductive Medicine from a top centre is the target
- Research-focused PhD in reproductive biology rather than clinical practice is the aim
- Large metro IVF centre for training is strongly preferred over Mangaluru location
Nitte University Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
| Hospital / Institutional Sponsorship | Full or partial fee waiver | Many hospitals and medical colleges fund PG trainees for professional development; check with your training department |
| Nitte Continuing Education Support | As per university norms | Available for Nitte-affiliated hospital staff; contact ccrlsp.kshema@nitte.edu.in |
- Hospital sponsorship available for working clinicians; check your institution.
- Nitte continuing education support for Nitte-affiliated hospital staff.
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