MBBS is one of the most sought-after professional degrees in India. Every year, thousands of aspiring students compete for a limited number of seats in medical colleges across Karnataka. With a dream to become doctors, many students and parents actively explore options in private medical colleges, where the fees structure can significantly impact decision-making.
To help you make an informed choice, our research team has analysed fee data from top private MBBS colleges in Karnataka for the academic year 2025. In this blog, we’re sharing key insights from our research, including government quota, management quota, and NRI seat fees.
We will also share expert tips on how you can make use of these important insights.
Research Overview
Karnataka is one of India’s leading states for medical education, home to numerous institutions that offer the MBBS course. Among these are a wide range of private medical colleges that cater to students from across the country and abroad.
For this report, we selected 48 private MBBS colleges in Karnataka and conducted a detailed analysis of their fee structures, intake capacity, recognition status, and other critical parameters. The goal is to give students and parents a research-backed perspective on what to expect financially and academically when choosing a private MBBS college in Karnataka.
Total Private MBBS Colleges Analyzed: 48
Year-wise Breakdown:
- 2024-25: 46 colleges
- 2025-26: 2 colleges
MBBS Fees Insights for Karnataka (2025)
Pursuing an MBBS degree in Karnataka’s private medical colleges involves a significant financial investment, with fees varying based on the quota under which admission is sought. For the academic year 2025, the fee structures across government, management, and NRI quotas show considerable variation.
- Fees range from ₹750 to ₹23.5 Lakhs per year under the government quota.
- The lowest government quota fee is charged by Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, at just ₹750 per year. Interestingly, the management quota fee at this same college is ₹25,00,750 per year.
- The highest government quota fee is charged by Rajarajeswari Medical College & Hospital, Bangalore, at ₹23.5 Lakhs per year.
Further Fee Insights
- Average Government Quota Fees: ₹5.89 Lakhs/year
- Average Management Quota Fees: ₹14.96 Lakhs/year
- Average NRI Quota Fees: ₹27.61 Lakhs/year (converted from both INR and USD values)
- Highest Govt Quota Fee: ₹23.5 Lakhs/year
- Lowest Govt Quota Fee: ₹750/year
Top 5 Private MBBS Colleges in Bangalore With Lowest Government Quota Fees
Apart from Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, which offers an MBBS seat under the government quota for just ₹750 per year, several other Bangalore-based private colleges offer comparatively lower fees under the same quota.
Here are the other 4 colleges:
- Akash Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Devanhalli, Bangalore – Government quota fees: ₹1,54,321/year
- East Point College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bangalore – Government quota fees: ₹1,54,321/year
- Vydehi Institute Of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bangalore – Government quota fees: ₹1,54,321/year
- Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore – Government quota fees: ₹1,54,321/year
As per the research, these 4 colleges have a similar fee structure.
Top 5 Private MBBS Colleges in Bangalore With Lowest Management Quota Fees
Many private medical colleges in Bangalore offer management quota admissions for students who may not secure a government seat. These seats are limited, and the fees are often significantly higher. However, some colleges still offer relatively affordable options under this category.
Here are the top 5:
- St. Johns Medical College, Bangalore – Management quota fees: ₹8,11,285/year
- Akash Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Devanhalli, Bangalore – Management quota fees: ₹12,00,867/year
- East Point College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bangalore – Management quota fees: ₹12,00,867/year
- Vydehi Institute Of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bangalore – Management quota fees: ₹12,00,867/year
- Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore – Management quota fees: ₹12,00,867/year
These colleges offer a relatively budget-friendly path for students exploring management quota MBBS seats in Bangalore.
Top 5 Affordable MBBS Colleges For NRI Students
Every year, lakhs of NRI students explore medical education opportunities in India, especially in states like Karnataka known for their academic quality and infrastructure. While there are many private medical colleges open to NRI applicants, affordability often becomes a key concern for families.
Here are the top 5 private MBBS colleges in Karnataka offering the lowest NRI quota fees:
- Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore – NRI quota fees: $37,100/year
- Jagadguru Gangadhar Mahaswamigalu Moorusavirmath Medical College (JGMMMC) – NRI quota fees: $40,000/year
- Rajarajeswari Medical College & Hospital, Bangalore – NRI quota fees: $44,000/year
- Sri Devaraj URS Medical College, Kolar – NRI quota fees: $45,200/year
- Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum – NRI quota fees: $45,500/year
These colleges are considered cost-effective for NRI students while maintaining strong academic and clinical training standards.
MBBS Degree Intake Capacity
MBBS seats in India are limited, and the competition is intense due to the large number of NEET aspirants applying each year. Karnataka, with its large network of private medical colleges, plays a key role in absorbing some of this demand. However, the intake capacity still varies significantly across institutions.
In our analysis of 48 private MBBS colleges in Karnataka, we found that colleges can be broadly grouped into three categories based on their annual intake:
- Colleges with less than 150 seats: 3 colleges
- Colleges with 150–200 seats: 34 colleges
- Colleges with 200–250 seats: 11 colleges
Here are the top 5 private colleges in Karnataka with the highest MBBS seat intake:
- Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore – 250 seats
- JSS Medical College, Mysore – 250 seats
- Kasturba Medical College, Manipal – 250 seats
- Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellur – 250 seats
- K S Hegde Medical Academy, Mangalore – 250 seats
These colleges offer greater chances of admission due to higher seat availability, making them attractive options for aspiring MBBS students.
Conclusion
So these were the insights from our recent research and study on the top private medical colleges in Karnataka. We analysed fees, intake capacity, NRI affordability, and much more all to help you make smarter decisions during the MBBS admission process.
While we strive to provide the most accurate and updated information, there may be occasional errors or changes beyond our control. The data shared here is based on the latest available details as of May 2025, and we plan to update this page with any major changes or announcements.
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