Best MBBS Colleges in Kolar - 2026 Fees, Admissions, NEET Cutoffs

There are about 80+ best MBBS colleges in Karnataka. Of these, 27 colleges are privately owned and 7 colleges are owned by public/government organisations. NEET is the most accepting entrance exam in top Medical colleges in Karnataka. Some of the popular colleges include Kasturba Medical College, St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, JSS Medical College, M S Ramaiah Medical College, Adichunchanagiri University, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, and many others.

KMC Manipal emerged to be as the top Medical college in Karnataka. Listed below are the top MBBS colleges in Karnataka along with their NIRF ranking 2024:

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

Unfortunately no it is not possible to go for an MBBS degree in India without passing NEET exam. NEET is required for admission to MBBS courses in all Indian medical institutes.

Yes, it can be said that studying MBBS from top medical colleges in Karnataka can be expensive as most of the colleges have an average fee of INR 5 lakh:

Yes, it is possible to find work as an MBBS graduate without undertaking a postgraduate (PG) pathway.  

MBBS graduates can work as general practitioners. Medical officers in hospitals and clinics, or within government health services are also options.  

There are also opportunities available in public health, research, and healthcare administration/public service. Most commonly the work opportunities are available through a pharmaceutical agency, medical writing, and health insurance companies.