KGMU UG, PG, Advanced Masters Courses 2025

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

A correct approach accompanied by a well-built preparation strategy is everything a student needs to ace NEET UG 2023. In general, students appearing for NEET start preparing for it at least two years in advance, i.e. from Class 11 onwards. However, since the 2023 NEET UG exam is approaching, a last-minute preparation strategy for the same is mentioned below:

• Choose your reference books wisely
• Solve as many mock tests as possible. Shiksha.com is providing FREE NEET UG Mock Test Papers with Solutions. Visit this link and download the mocks now!
• Cross-check the NEET UG syllabus to confirm every topic is covered
• Solve previous year’s NEET UG question papers there are high chances of getting questions from there
• Keep your focus centred on the NCERT books
• For better NEET results, refer to the NEET Prep Questions with Solutions 2023

Check more on tips and preparation strategies for NEET UG.

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The last year 2022 cutoff ranks for Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at KGMU - King George's Medical University other than General category are - 2029 for OBC, 106643 for SC, 56190 for ST, 1844 for EWS, 204412 for PWD. While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in NEET exam, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State.

KGMU BSc seats allotment is based on their performance of candidates in the UP CNET exam. Various affiliated institutes of King George's Medical University offers the BSc programme and the total seat intake for the BSc programme across both the Nursing and Radiotherapy specialisations is 190.

Given below KGMU BSc seats category-wise across various affiliated institutes:

Institutes	Seats
King George's Medical University	100
Vivekanand College of Nursing Lucknow	50
BCM College of Nursing	40

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

For admission to three-year PG course of MD at KGMU, candidates are required to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria in the first place. Candidates who passed MBBS with 50% aggregate are eligible to apply for this course. KGMU MD admissions are done based on the NEET PG entrance exam scores, which is conducted by National Board of Examinations (NBE). Further, the final seat allotment to selected candidates is done through a state level counselling process, i.e., UP NEET PG, which is held by Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DMET). As per the selection criteria, candidates are selected based on both past academic records and scores of entrance exams. 

Gaining admission into a BSc course in King’s George Medical University (KGMU) might be difficult due to KGMU’s good reputation in the field of medical sciences. Here are a few things that candidates can considererd:

Entrance Exams: The entrance examinations do not guarantee admission to BSc programmes such as BSc in Nursing or BSc in Paramedical Sciences. Candidates may be examined in biology, chemistry, physics, and general knowledge as well.

High Cut off Marks: Students are required to perform well in science subjects in the preparation for the entrance exam since KGMU has adopted high cut off just as other gov. universities. 

Limited Seats: KGMU is a recognised government institution, meaning that the number of students enrolled is not large as there is a high recruitment rate from all over India.

Reservation Policies: These include admission reservation policies which may be government in accordance with guidelines which may affect cut off operations for different categories.

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.

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 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.

At KGMU, a three-year DM course is offered across eight specialisations. Admission to all the specialisations are done through a common admission process. Interested candidates can visit the official website NEET SS to apply for the course of their choice. Find below all the popular DM specialisations offered at KGMU:

1. Neurology
2. Cardiology
3. Pulmonary Medicine
4. Medical Gastroenterology
5. Critical Care
6. Clinical Haematology
7. Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology
8. Geriatric Mental Health

King George's Medical University accepts NEET PG scores for admission to the MD, MS and PG Diploma courses. KGMU MD cutoff 2024 has been released for Round 1, wherein the most in-demand MD specialsiation was MD in Radio Diagnosis. The last-round closing rank for admission to the MD in Radio Diagnosis course was 143 for the General AI category students. The least important specialisation was Anatomy with a closing cutoff of 83112. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the NEET PG round 1 closing ranks for all the MD courses offered at KGMU:

Course	NEET PG Round 1 Closing Ranks
MD in Anaesthesiology	11387
MD in Forensic Medicine and Toxicology	25455
MD in General Medicine	476
MD in Microbiology	39910
MD in Paediatrics	2088
MD in Pathology	17963
MD in Pharmacology	41222
MD in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation	15260
MD in Physiology	61956
MD in Psychiatry	4219
MD in Radiodiagnosis	146
MD in Radiotherapy	10984
MD in Pulmonary Medicine	4952
MD in Anatomy	83112
MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology	2649
MD in Anaesthesiology	11534
MD in Microbiology	42120
MD in Pathology	19137
MD in Radio Diagnosis	143
MD in Radiotherapy	10424
MD in Community Medicine	38081
MD in General Medicine	1598
MD in Paediatrics	2343
MD in Pathology	24365
MD in Physiology	76422
MD in Radio Diagnosis	565
MD in Pulmonary Medicine	6186
MD in Anatomy	83069
MD in Emergency Medicine	2760

Both KGMU and BHU offers DM course in a full-time mode and the total seat intake for both the universities is 38 and 19, respectively. Candidates can check out the compaison between both the universities based on their ranking and total fee and for DM in the following table:

University Name	Total Fee	NIRF Ranking (2023)
KGMU	INR 90,000 - INR 2.22 lakh*	12
Madras Medical College	INR 60,000*	11
Banaras Hindu University	INR 1.21 lakh*	8

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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

For the complete seat intake details, click here.

{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.

DM stands for Doctor of Medicine, which is a super-specialised course in the field of Medical. Candidates can only pursue this course after getting a PG degree in Medical. For admission to a three-year DM course at KGMU, aspirants must get a PG degree in either MD/ MS or any equivalent from a recognised institution recognised by Medical Council of India or State Medical Council. Admission to this course is entirely based on NEET SS entrance exam. The eligibility criteria for DM is standard for all NEET SS aspirants. 

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

Yes, KGMU offer scholarships to students as financial assistance. King George's Medical University (KGMU) offers various scholarships to undergraduate, postgraduate, and various other course students as financial assistance. Some of the scholarships provided by the university are Award to Meritorious Students of the University at the Undergraduate Level, Grant In Aid for Students Presenting Research Paper in a Scientific Event, Financial Aid for Needy Undergraduate Students (In Campus Part-Time Jobs), Students Scholarship and Other Welfare Schemes, Scholarship Scheme under Dean Student Welfare, and others.

The University has released overall placement data for PG (3-year) Medical courses. The table below showcases the KGMU placement trends for PG (3-year) Medical courses for better understanding:

Particulars	PG (3-year) Placement Statistics (2021)	PG (3-year) Placement Statistics (2022)	PG (3-year) Placement Statistics (2023)
Total Students	281	329	338
Students placed	271	326	330
Median package	INR 13 LPA	INR 13 LPA	INR 15 LPA

King George's Medical University offers scholarships to students as financial assistance. Students can apply on the National Scholarship Portal for various scholarships offered by the university. Check the eligibility criteria and apply online for the scholarships. For particular scholarships available for the SC category students, please visit the official website of the university.

No, candidates are not allowed to get admission to the MBBS course at KGMU without NEET scores. Unfortunately, it is not possible to pursue an MBBS degree in India without passing the NEET exam. To get selected by King George Medical University for the MBBS course, candidates must qualify for certain eligibility criteria from which the first one is candidates must complete their Class 12 from the PCB stream with a minimum of 50% scores. Secondly, candidates must appear and secure good scores in the NEET entrance examination. Lastly, the last seat allotments are based on candidates' performance in UP NEET counselling.