KGMU: Fees, Rankings, Courses, Admission 2024, Placements

Candidates seeking admission to the BSc programme offered at King George's Medical University are required to meet the minimum KGMU BSc eligibility criteria. Candidates who have passed the Class 12 examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology and, English with at least 50% aggregate (40% aggregate for candidates who belong to reserved category) from any recognised Board can apply for admission to KGMU BSc course.

KGMU MBBS admissions are entirely based on scores of NEET UG. This is a popular national-level entrance exam conducted for admission to all Medical colleges across India by NTA. Before applying for the exam, candidates must pass Class 12 in the Science stream having Physics, Chemistry and Biology as their main subjects. The applicants must be of minimum 17 years at the time of sitting for the exam. Those who qualify the NEET UG exams will be allocated seats via NEET UP Counselling process. 

Yes, it is possible to pursue medical education and become a doctor after completing a BSc in Nursing from KGMU. However, the process involves several steps and requires awareness of specific requirements.

In India, admission to medical schools is primarily through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test . Therefore, you will need to prepare for NEET.

Once you pass NEET, you can enroll in an MBBS programme, which typically lasts around five and a half years and includes both pre-clinical and clinical training.

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.

NEET PG schedule involves dates of events related to exam. Whole schedule is released by exam conducting body along with the official information brochure. From last few years, the exam is getting delayed from its usual schedule. NEET PG 2023 exam was held in March while NEET PG 2022 exam in May. In 2021, the exam was held in september. NEET PG exam used to be held in January before Corona. NEET PG 2024 exam was held on August 11, 2024. Candidates can refer the table comprising tentative dates for NEET PG exam for 2024-25 session.

Event	Dates (Tentative)
NEET PG notification	16-Apr-2024
NEET PG registration process commences	16-Apr-2024
NEET PG application correction	10-May-2024
NEET PG admit card upload	08-Aug-2024
NEET PG exam	11-Aug-2024

To prepare for the NEET SS you can use the advice provided by the experts: 1. Create a study schedule based on the amount of time left before the upcoming exam cycle. 2. Examine the exam questions to identify key themes that come up frequently in the NEET SS. 3. To start your preparation, gather your study materials in accordance with the themes and syllabus. 4. In order to study for this exam, you must go through your MBBS and MD coursebooks. 5. To make thorough preparations, you can use some of the well-known books in your area of expertise. For example, you can refer to Harrison's textbook of internal medicine. 6. You must continue to study consistently for more than a year in order to pass this exam. Only then can you be admitted to the government's top hospitals to pursue your dream programme. 7. You should be prepared for frequently asked NEET SS topics. 8. Try to give a maximum number of mock NEET SS tests and improve your performance with each. You can check the question paper pattern on this link to prepare your study plan accordingly: https://www.shiksha.com/medicine-health-sciences/neet-ss-exam-pattern.

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.

The total fee for KGMU DM course ranges between INR 90,000 - INR 2.22 lakh. This fee is given for all three-years of the course. The total course fee for KGMU is inclusive of multiple components such as Application Fee, Development Charges, Examination Fee, Library Fee, Hostel Fee, Alumni Fee, etc. However, this information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Students are requested to visit the official website to get more details on the KGMU DM fee. 

Candidates must submit the self attested copies of the following documents during KGMU BSc admission process for the verification process as mentioned below:

• Allotment Card with Admit Card and Rank Letter
• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• Migration Certificate 
• Transfer Certificate
• Character Certificate 
• Caste Certificate for candidates who belong to the reserved category 
• Passport Size Photographs
• Domicile Certificate

Yes, pursuing an MBBS course from King George Medical University can be considered good because of the following reasons:

• KGMU is the only government medical school in the state of Uttar Pradesh to receive the NAAC A+ grade and admission to the MBBS programme. 
• The university recorded 100% placements in various courses including MBBS.
• According to the verified Shiksha reviews available on the official website of the university, specially MBBS course at KGMU secured 4.5/5 ratings.

 

KGMU accepts NEET PG scores for the admission to MD and MS specialisations. Recently, KGMU cutoff 2024 Round 2 seat allotment has been released by the institute. As per the cutoff data, the Round 2 ranged between 295 and, 101494 for the General AI category candidates. Among all the courses, the most desirable course among candidates was MD in Radiodiagnosis. 

KGMU NEET UG cutoff 2024 has been concluded for admission to the MBBS and BDS courses. For KGMU, round 4 was the last-round for BDS. For MBBS, round 3 was the concluding round for the General AI category students seeking admission in 2024. As per the KGMU MBBS cutoff 2024, the latest (last-round) cutoff was 2059. For admission to the BDS course, the closing cutoff stood at 25956. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the year-wise NEET UG last-round closing cutoff for both MBBS and BDS courses: 

Year	MBBS	BDS
2024	2059	25956
2023	2199	27002
2022	1457	23381

KGMU cutoff 2024 for NEET UG Round 5 seat allotment has been released for the ST AI category candidates. As per KGMU NEET cutoff 2024, the cutoff rank for BDS for the ST category candidates belonging to All India Quota is 320828. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), conducts NEET UG counselling across various rounds and categories. Tabulated below are the closing ranks for year-wise BDS cutoff for the ST category (All India) students:

Course	2023	2024
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)	167519 (R2)	320838

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

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.

Candidates who qualify the selection process for various UG & PG courses at KGMU are offered admission. After the commencement of the counselling process, the selected candidates are required to pay fee for the respective courses to confirm their seats.

The total fee may include components such as Tuition Fee, Examination Fee, Security Deposit, Hostel Charges (if applicable), etc. Find below the total fee for a few popular courses offered at KGMU:

Popular Courses	Total Fees*
MBBS	INR 2.5 lakh
MCh	INR 1.6 Lacs - INR 2.2 lakh
DM	INR 90,000 - INR 2.2 lakh
MD	INR 90,000 - INR 1.6 lakh
MDS	INR 72,000 - 1.6 lakh
BSc	INR 48,000 - 3 lakh

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

{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.

"KGMU - King George's Medical University will release 4-5 rounds of NEET cutoffs for admission to medical courses. The cutoffs will be released on a rolling basis, and the seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The cutoffs will be based on the following factors:

• The NEET score of the candidate
• The category of the candidate
• The number of seats available in the course

Candidates must visit the official website of entrance exam to read clear instructions on how to proceed with the counselling process, once the round is released."

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.

NEET rank and scores are not required if candidates want to seek admission to the BSc Nursing programme offered at King George's Medical University. The aspirants must appear for the Uttar Pradesh Common Nursing Entrance Test (UP CNET) if they want to get admission to the KGMU BSc Nursing course.