KGMU UG, PG, Advanced Masters Courses 2025

As per the NIRF report, the placement rate for PG (3-year) Medical courses has been fluctuating over the past three years (2021 to 2023). Likewise, a fluctuating trend was recorded in the BDS placement rate. Alongside this, the placement rate for MDS has been consistently 100%. The table below depicts the KGMU placement rate trends:

Course	Placement Rate (2021)	Placement Rate (2022)	Placement Rate (2023)
BDS	85%	69%	86%
MDS	100%	100%	100%
PG (3-year)	96%	99%	98%

NOTE: The above placement percentage is calculated from the details given in the NIRF report 2024.

As per the NIRF report 2024, the median package offered to the 2023 passing-out BDS batch was INR 8.50 LPA. Earlier, the median package for 2021 and 2022 drives was the same and the amount stood at INR 8 LPA. Check the table below to know the KGMU placement package trends for BDS:

Course	Median Package (2021)	Median Package (2022)	Median Package (2023)
BDS	INR 8 LPA	INR 8 LPA	INR 8.50 LPA

Candidates seeking admission to the BSc Nursing programme offered at King George's Medical University are required to appear for the Uttar Pradesh Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) which is an entrance test conducted for admission to the BSc Nursing programme. The authorities will conduct the UP CNET 2024 exam in offline mode and bilingual language (English and Hindi) on Jun 14, 2024.  

King George's Medical University (KGMU) offers a three-year BSc course to students across two specialisations. Admission to this course is based on merit. Students must fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria to get admission to the KGMU BSc Nursing course. The basic eligibility criteria is pass Class 12 with Physics Biology/Biotechnology, Chemistry and English with a minimum of 50% aggregate (40% for reserved categories) from a recognised board. 

No, direct admission in MBBS course is not possible at King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow. Admission to MBBS course at KGMU is strictly done on the basis of NEET scores and ranks. The minimum qualifying marks for NEET are also mandatory to be eligible for admission. The admission process for MBBS course in KGMU is conducted through the Uttar Pradesh State Counselling, where candidates have to register and participate in the counselling process based on their NEET scores and ranks. Therefore, it is important to score well in the NEET exam to have a chance of getting admission in the MBBS course at KGMU.

For admission to a three-year MD course at KGMU, there is basic eligibility criteria as per NBE norms. Admissions to this course is based on NEET PG scores. To appear for this entrance exam and admission to MD is offered to those who hold MD degree from a university recognised by Medical Council of India with minimum 55% aggregate in the case of General & OBC categories. There is a relaxation of five percent for SC/ ST category candidates. The reserved category candidates are required to obtain 50% aggregate in the last qualifying exam of MD. 

The opening and closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For the General category under All India, the opening rank was 20731 and the closing rank was 25581. Cut off are different when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even domicile of home state. Admission to Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at KGMU - King George's Medical University is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam NEET. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying for while checking for cut-offs.

The last year’s 2022 cutoff ranks for Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at KGMU - King George's Medical University other than the General category are - 31682 for OBC, 120239 for SC, 24859 for EWS, 23381 for PWD. While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in the NEET exam, the last cut-offs also change a lot depending on the All India quota or Home State.

At the PG level, KGMU offers admission to MD course across 20 specialisations. Admission to all the specialisations are done through a common admission process. Interested candidates can visit the official website NEET PG to apply for the course of their choice. Find below some of the popular MD specialisations offered at KGMU:

• Forensic Medicine/ Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
• Pharmacology
• Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases/ Pulmonary Medicine
• Pathology
• Radiotherapy/ Radiation Oncology
• Paediatric
• Psychiatry 
• Anesthesia
• Anatomy
• General Medicine
• Social & Preventive Medicine / Community Medicine
• Physiology
• Microbiology
• Radio diagnosis
• Ophthalmology

King George's Medical University was established in 1905. The university is accredited with A Grade by NAAC and is approved by UGC, DCI, and MCI. King George's Medical University is a public university which is accredited with A Grade by NAAC. Being a public university. The fee for various courses is not very high. Even if the students find the fee a little high, they can apply for the scholarships offered by the university.

The table below represents the KGMU median package for UG and PG placements 2023:

Course	Median Package (2023)
BDS	INR 8.50 LPA
MDS	INR 16 LPA
PG (3-year) Medical	INR 15 LPA

NOTE: The above details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

KGMU offers admission to MBBS course for a duration to five and half years (66 months). Admission to MBBS courses is entirely entrance-based. In order to get admission to MBBS course at KGMU, candidates must pass Class 12 with minimum 50% aggregate from a recognised board. Form MBBS admissions, KGMU accepts valid scores of NEET UG, which is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) every year. Candidates who qualifiy this exam will be allocated seats as per NEET UG Counselling in various rounds. 

Yes, King George Medical University offers seat reservations as per the Government's reservation policy. The total number of seats available at the MBBS course is 250, the seats are reserved for students belonging form SC, ST, OBC, UR and EWS candidates. Check out the table below to know about the percentage of seats reserved for each category: 

Category	Reservation Perccentage
UR	50%
EWS	10%
OBC	27%
SC	21%
ST	02%

The cutoff trend for medical Courses at KGMU - King George's Medical University has been decreasing in recent years. In 2021, the closing rank for medical courses under the General category for all India quota was 767224. In 2022, it decreased to 25581. Likewise, the cut off ranks have changed from 845560 to 31682 for OBC, 900889 to 120239 for SC, 767224 to 24859 for EWS, 767224 to 23381 for PWD. This trend is likely to continue in the coming years, as the demand for medical education in India continues to grow.

{Source: BDS students & alumni}

* Infrastructure: The college has a huge campus with excellent infrastructure, including air-conditioned classrooms, seminar halls, auditoriums, laboratory, canteen, swimming pool, and hostels.
* Faculty: Teachers are considered excellent, with many having years of experience and qualifications from top medical institutions. Teaching quality is rated highly, with students describing it as "easy to understand" and "student-friendly."
* Course Curriculum: The curriculum is relevant and up-to-date, making students industry-ready. Students praise the course structure, saying it helps them develop essential skills.
* Exams: Semester exams are moderately difficult, but students generally report a high passing percentage (around 85%).
* Internship Opportunities: 100% internship rates are reported, with opportunities at top medical hospitals such as Apollo, Lilavati, and Fortis.
* Placement Rates: Although BDS students don't typically opt for direct placements, those who pursue PG receive 100% placement offers with an average package of around INR8.5 LPA.
* Overall Experience: Students describe the overall experience at KGMU as positive, praising the supportive faculty, excellent infrastructure, and numerous internship opportunities.

Note: These points summarize the key findings from the reviews and statements provided. While individual experiences may vary, these general observations reflect the majority opinion on KGMU's strengths and weaknesses for the BDS program.

At KGMU, candidates can pusue DM across 8 specialisations. The total seat intake for DM at KGMU is 38. Admission to all the DM courses at KGMU is done through a valid score of NEET SS entrance exam. Find below the specialisation-wise seat intake bifurcation for popular DM courses offered at KGMU:

DM Specialisation	Seat Intake
Cardiology	8
Clinical Haematology	3
Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology	5
Critical Care Medicine	5
Geriatric Mental Health	3
Medical Gastroenterology	5
Neurology	8
Pulmonary Medicine	2

 

At KGMU, MD courses is offered across 20 specialisations. The total seat intake for MD at KGMU is 275. Admission to all the MD courses at KGMU is done through a valid score of NEET PG entrance exam. Find below the specialisation-wise seat intake bifurcation for some of the MD courses at KGMU:

MD Specialisation	Seat Intake
Forensic Medicine/ Forensic Medicine & Toxicology	9
Pharmacology	26
Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases/ Pulmonary Medicine	15
Pathology	20
Radiotherapy/ Radiation Oncology	6
Paediatric	26
Psychiatry	12
Anesthesia	42
Anatomy	15
General Medicine	28
Social & Preventive Medicine / Community Medicine	10
Physiology	18
Mircrobiology	15
Radio diagnosis	9
Ophthamology	8

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The University has not released any placement report or brochure for 2023. However, the NIRF report 2024 is out, which includes the 2023 placement data for Medical and Dental courses. Check the complete insights of KGMU placements 2023 from the table below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students (BDS)	65
Students placed (BDS)	56
Median package (BDS)	INR 8.50 LPA
Total students (MDS)	43
Students placed (MDS)	43
Median package (MDS)	INR 16 LPA
Total students (PG-3 year Medical)	338
Students placed (PG-3 year Medical)	330
Median package (PG-3 year Medical)	INR 15 LPA

NOTE: The above statistics are collated from the NIRF report 2024.

Yes, the University has maintained a 100% placement percentage over the past three years of MDS placements. Take a look at the table below to know the KGMU MDS placement trends:

Particulars	MDS Placement Statistics (2021)	MDS Placement Statistics (2022)	MDS Placement Statistics (2023)
Total Students	27	22	43
Students placed	27	22	43
Placement rate	100%	100%	100%

NOTE: The above details are gathered from the NIRF report 2024.

KGMU accepts admission to most of the Medical courses through a valid score in NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test). The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the sole entrance test for admission to the BDS and MBBS programmes in India. According to the KGMU (King George's Medical University) cutoff for Round 2 in 2023, the closing ranks for all BDS and MBBS specialisations ranged from 1647 to 26203. For particular rank requirements, please visit the official website of the university. Students who have just started preparing for the next year NEET must prepare according to the NEET paper analysis  and must know about the NEET exam pattern.