1953
Public
Manipal
Recognised
Kasturba Medical College Manipal
Dr. T. M. A. Pai founded Kasturba Medical College (KMC) in 1953, Since then it has been delivering quality education to medical aspirants in the country. The General Medical Council of Great Britain and the Medical Council of India (MCI) have both recognized KMC. The College was the first private medical college in India when it was established in 1953.
KMC is known for its excellent medical education and research facilities. The college offers undergraduate (MBBS), postgraduate (MD/MS), and super-specialty (DM/MCh) courses in various disciplines of medicine. It also offers diploma courses in nursing and other paramedical fields.
KMC has tie-ups with several international universities, and its students have the opportunity to pursue research and clinical electives abroad.
The faculty of KMC has been dedicated to providing students with high-quality medical education and training. The college encourages its faculty and students to participate in research activities and has a robust research program. Dr. H. Sudarshan Ballal, a renowned nephrologist and Chairman of Manipal Hospitals, and Dr. Vivek Murthy, who was the Surgeon General of the United States, are two notable alumni of KMC.
Kasturba Medical College Manipal Location Details
The town of Manipal in the Udupi area of Karnataka, India is home to Kasturba Medical College. Mangalore, a major Karnataka city, is about 65 kilometers north of Manipal. In the center of Manipal, on a 200-acre expanse, the campus is easily reached by road and rail. The Mangalore International Airport is the closest airport to Manipal. The town of Manipal is well-connected by road and rail to major cities in Karnataka and neighboring states.
Kasturba Medical College Manipal Seat Details
Kasturba Medical College offers various undergraduate and postgraduate medical courses. However, it offers 250 seats for its MBBS program.
Particulars | Details |
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State | Karnataka |
City | Manipal |
Affiliated By | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (Deemed University), Manipal |
College Category | Medical Colleges in Karnataka |