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SIMS Shimoga Admission 2026 is fully merit-based through centralised government counselling. All 150 MBBS seats are filled on NEET UG merit rank via MCC and KEA.
At PG level, SIMS Shimoga offers 65 MD and MS seats. NEET PG merit decides selection across 18 specializations.
- MBBS 2026: Re-NEET UG 2026 held June 21, 2026. Result expected by July 20, 2026. MCC AIQ and KEA Karnataka state counselling registration expected August 2026 (Tentative).
- MD/MS 2026: NEET PG 2026 exam scheduled for August 30, 2026. Result expected by September 30, 2026. MCC and KEA PG counselling expected October 2026 (Tentative).
- SIMS Shimoga has 150 MBBS seats: 22 seats via MCC All India Quota and 128 seats via KEA Karnataka state quota.
- Karnataka is an open state. Non-domicile candidates are eligible to apply for SIMS Shimoga state quota seats.
- MBBS graduates must complete a compulsory one-year rural service bond. Non-compliance attracts a penalty of INR 5,00,000.
- MBBS interns receive a stipend of INR 30,000 per month during the compulsory rotating internship year.
- No upper age limit applies to NEET UG aspirants per current NMC guidelines.
SIMS Shimoga Admission Portal 2026: sims.karnataka.gov.in
Direct Admission at SIMS Shimoga: SIMS Shimoga does not offer a management quota. All MBBS and PG seats are filled through NEET merit and centralised counselling only.
SIMS Shimoga MBBS Admission 2026
SIMS Shimoga MBBS 2026 is based on NEET UG rank alone. In 2025, the General Merit state quota closed at rank 25,739 in Round 2. That closing rank reflects strong demand for SIMS Shimoga’s 150 government seats.
SIMS Shimoga MBBS Admission Dates 2026
Re-NEET UG 2026 was held on June 21, 2026. All post-result dates below are tentative pending official MCC and KEA notifications.
| Event | AIQ via MCC | State Quota via KEA |
|---|---|---|
| Re-NEET UG 2026 Exam | June 21, 2026 | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Result | July 20, 2026 (expected) | July 20, 2026 (expected) |
| Counselling Registration Opens | August 2026 (Tentative) | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | August to September 2026 (Tentative) | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mop-up Round | October 2026 (Tentative) | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Academic Session Start | As per RGUHS academic calendar 2026-27 | |
SIMS Shimoga MBBS Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet all conditions below for SIMS Shimoga MBBS 2026.
| Category | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL | 10+2 PCB and English, min 50% in PCB aggregate, min age 17 by December 31 2026, NEET UG 2026 qualified | NEET UG rank; AIQ via MCC or state quota via KEA counselling |
| SC / ST | 10+2 PCB and English, min 40% in PCB aggregate, min age 17 by December 31 2026, NEET UG 2026 qualified | NEET UG rank; state quota via KEA counselling |
- Annual MBBS tuition fee (state quota, indicative): INR 74,470 per year.
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English are compulsory at 10+2 level.
- Students appearing in 10+2 finals in 2026 may apply provisionally.
Fee figures are indicative and subject to revision. Verify at sims.karnataka.gov.in before applying.
SIMS Shimoga MBBS Selection Criteria
NEET UG rank is the only criterion for SIMS Shimoga MBBS. No interview, GD, or college test is conducted.
- MCC fills 22 AIQ seats (15%) through national NEET UG merit rank.
- KEA fills 128 state quota seats (85%) through the Karnataka state merit list.
- SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and EWS categories receive reserved seats within the state quota.
- Indicative 2025 NEET UG closing ranks at SIMS Shimoga: GM state quota Round 1 - 21,982, Round 2 - 25,739; AIQ GM Round 1 - 18,442.
As per Collegedunia Reviews, students at SIMS Shimoga value the heavily subsidised government fee and robust clinical exposure at the attached McGann Teaching Hospital. Reviewers also highlight a strong track record of MBBS graduates qualifying NEET PG.
Key Insight: SIMS Shimoga MBBS graduates must complete a one-year rural service bond post-degree. Default attracts a penalty of INR 5,00,000. Plan for this commitment before accepting a SIMS Shimoga seat.
How to Apply for MBBS at SIMS Shimoga?
- Appear in and qualify NEET UG 2026 (re-exam held June 21, 2026).
- For AIQ seats: register on MCC portal at mcc.nic.in after result declaration.
- For state quota seats: register on KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in after result declaration.
- Pay the counselling registration fee and upload required documents online.
- Fill and lock college preferences during the choice-filling window.
- Report to SIMS Shimoga with original documents after seat allotment and complete formalities at ugapp.sims-shimoga.com.
SIMS Shimoga MD/MS Admission 2026
SIMS Shimoga PG admission 2026 covers 65 seats in 18 specializations. Selection is based on NEET PG merit rank. Seats are split equally between MCC AIQ and KEA state quota.
SIMS Shimoga MD/MS Admission Dates 2026
NEET PG 2026 is a computer-based test of 200 questions. It is scheduled for August 30, 2026. All post-exam dates below are tentative.
| Event | Date | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Exam | August 30, 2026 | NBE (nbe.edu.in) |
| NEET PG Admit Card | August 27, 2026 | NBE |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | September 30, 2026 (expected) | NBE |
| MCC PG AIQ Counselling | October 2026 (Tentative) | MCC (mcc.nic.in) |
| KEA PG State Counselling | October to November 2026 (Tentative) | KEA (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) |
SIMS Shimoga MD/MS Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for SIMS Shimoga MD/MS admission requires a valid MBBS degree. The table below also shows the NMC-approved seat distribution across specializations.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Degree | MBBS from NMC-recognised institution |
| Minimum MBBS Marks | 50% aggregate |
| Internship Completion | Compulsory rotating internship completed by September 30, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | NEET PG 2026 qualified |
| Annual Fee - Clinical branches (indicative) | INR 1,45,200 per year |
| Annual Fee - Para-clinical branches (indicative) | INR 90,200 per year |
| Annual Fee - Pre-clinical branches (indicative) | INR 62,700 per year |
The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and have been included for reference. Contact the college or visit sims.karnataka.gov.in for exact fee details.
SIMS Shimoga holds NMC approval for 65 PG seats. The following table shows the specialization-wise approved seat distribution.
| Specialization | Type | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| MD Pathology | Para-clinical | 11 |
| MD Anaesthesiology | Clinical | 10 |
| MD General Medicine | Clinical | 5 |
| MS General Surgery | Clinical | 5 |
| MD Community Medicine | Para-clinical | 5 |
| MD Paediatrics | Clinical | 4 |
| MS ENT | Clinical | 4 |
| MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology | Clinical | 3 |
| MS Orthopaedics | Clinical | 3 |
| MS Ophthalmology | Clinical | 3 |
| MD Radio Diagnosis | Clinical | 2 |
| MD Dermatology | Clinical | 2 |
| MD Forensic Medicine | Para-clinical | 2 |
| MD Anatomy | Pre-clinical | 2 |
| MD Pharmacology | Pre-clinical | 1 |
| MD Microbiology | Para-clinical | 1 |
| MD Physiology | Pre-clinical | 1 |
| MD Bio-Chemistry | Pre-clinical | 1 |
SIMS Shimoga MD/MS Selection Criteria
NEET PG merit rank is the sole criterion for PG selection. No interview or PI is conducted by SIMS Shimoga.
- MCC fills 50% of each specialization’s seats through AIQ counselling at mcc.nic.in.
- KEA fills the remaining 50% through Karnataka state quota counselling.
- Karnataka is an open state. Non-domicile doctors are eligible to apply for KEA state quota seats.
- Counselling proceeds in 3 to 4 rounds including a stray vacancy round.
Key Insight: NEET PG 2026 eligibility requires internship completion by September 30, 2026. MBBS students at SIMS Shimoga finishing internship in 2026 must confirm this deadline against their internship end date before registering for NEET PG 2026.
How to Apply for MD/MS at SIMS Shimoga?
- Appear in NEET PG 2026 on August 30, 2026.
- For AIQ seats: register on MCC PG portal at mcc.nic.in after result announcement.
- For state quota seats: register on KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Upload MBBS degree, internship completion certificate, NEET PG scorecard, and category certificate if applicable.
- Fill and lock college preferences, confirm seat allotment, and report to SIMS Shimoga with originals.
Scholarships at SIMS Shimoga
SIMS Shimoga is a government college with a heavily subsidised fee structure. Additional scholarship support is available through state and central schemes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship | SC, ST, OBC students; Karnataka domicile; family income as per scheme norms | Full tuition fee reimbursement for eligible categories |
| PM-YASASVI Scholarship | OBC, EBC, and DNT students; family income below INR 2,50,000 per year | Up to INR 75,000 per year for medical courses |
| National Scholarship Portal Schemes | Varies by scheme; apply at scholarships.gov.in | Merit-cum-means support for SC, ST, and minority students |
- Apply for Karnataka state scholarships through the State Scholarship Portal at ssp.karnataka.gov.in before scheme deadlines.
- Central scheme applications must be submitted on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- SIMS Shimoga MBBS annual tuition of INR 74,470 is far below typical private medical college fees in Karnataka.
SIMS Shimoga Admission FAQs
Ques. Is NEET UG mandatory for SIMS Shimoga MBBS admission 2026?
Ans. Yes, NEET UG is the only accepted exam for SIMS Shimoga MBBS admission. No other entrance test or direct admission route exists. All candidates must qualify NEET UG 2026 before applying.
Ques. How many MBBS seats does SIMS Shimoga have?
Ans. SIMS Shimoga has 150 MBBS seats per year. MCC AIQ fills 22 seats. KEA state quota fills the remaining 128 seats.
Ques. What was the NEET UG cutoff for SIMS Shimoga in 2025?
Ans. In 2025, the General Merit state quota closed at rank 21,982 in Round 1 and 25,739 in Round 2. The AIQ General Merit Round 1 closing rank was 18,442. Cutoffs vary by category and counselling round each year.
Ques. Does SIMS Shimoga offer direct or management quota admission?
Ans. No. SIMS Shimoga is a government college with no management quota. All MBBS and PG seats are filled strictly through NEET merit and centralised counselling.
Ques. What is the MBBS tuition fee at SIMS Shimoga?
Ans. SIMS Shimoga MBBS annual tuition is INR 74,470 under the state quota (indicative, subject to revision). Contact the college at sims.karnataka.gov.in for the official fee circular.
Ques. Can non-Karnataka students apply for SIMS Shimoga MBBS?
Ans. Yes. Karnataka is an open state. Non-domicile candidates may compete for state quota seats at SIMS Shimoga. All candidates must qualify NEET UG and register on the KEA portal for state quota counselling.
Ques. What is the rural service bond at SIMS Shimoga?
Ans. MBBS graduates from SIMS Shimoga must serve in a rural area for one year after completing the degree. Failing this obligation attracts a penalty of INR 5,00,000. Factor this commitment in before accepting a seat.
Ques. How many MD/MS seats does SIMS Shimoga offer?
Ans. SIMS Shimoga offers 65 PG seats across 18 specializations. Key specializations include MD Pathology (11 seats), MD Anaesthesiology (10 seats), MD General Medicine (5 seats), and MS General Surgery (5 seats).
Ques. What is the eligibility for MD/MS admission at SIMS Shimoga?
Ans. Candidates must hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised college with at least 50% marks. They must also complete the compulsory rotating internship by September 30, 2026 and qualify NEET PG 2026.
Ques. What is the MBBS internship stipend at SIMS Shimoga?
Ans. MBBS interns at SIMS Shimoga receive INR 30,000 per month during the one-year compulsory rotating medical internship. This is paid directly by the institution.
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