Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal

About College

Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, is one of India’s most prestigious private medical institutions and a pioneer in medical education. Established in 1953 by Dr. T. M. A. Pai, KMC became India’s first self-financing medical college and has since earned a reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and world-class healthcare training.

Located in the vibrant educational hub of Manipal, Karnataka, the college offers state-of-the-art infrastructure, modern laboratories, advanced research facilities, digital classrooms, and a highly experienced faculty. KMC is a constituent institution of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), a renowned deemed-to-be university recognized globally for its quality education.

The college provides comprehensive undergraduate, postgraduate, and super-specialty medical programs. Students benefit from extensive clinical exposure through its associated teaching hospitals, including Kasturba Hospital Manipal, one of the largest tertiary care hospitals in the region. The institution emphasizes evidence-based medicine, clinical excellence, community healthcare, and research-driven learning.

With students from over 50 countries and a strong global presence, Kasturba Medical College continues to shape future healthcare professionals while maintaining the highest standards of medical education, patient care, and scientific advancement.