AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Mangalore

AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Mangalore is a Private medical college in Karnataka. The college offers MBBS & MD/MS courses with 150 MBBS seat & 120 MD/MS seats intake capacity. The college was established in 2002 with an approval from National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka having college’s official website (https://ajims.edu.in/).

Counselling for admission in MBBS & MD/MS course will be conducted by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Students must do the registration on KEA official’s website (kea.kar.nic.in) to participate in the Karnataka NEET UG & PG Counselling. Admission in MBBS & MD/MS courses will be based on NEET UG rank & NEET PG rank conducted by NTA & NBE respectively.

Quick Summary AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Mangalore 

Let us take a summarize facts about AJIMS, Mangalore

Name of Institute	A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre
Popular Name	AJIMS, Mangalore, AJ Medical College Mangalore
Year of Establishment	2002
Institute Type	Private
Affiliated to	Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Approved by	National Medical Commission (NMC)
Hostel Facilities	Yes (Male and Female)
Entrance Exam	NEET UG/ PG Exam
Course	MBBS, MD/ MS, DM/MCh, PG Diploma
Official Website	http://ajims.edu.in/
Category	Medical Colleges in Karnataka
Contact	Address: Kuntikana NH -66, Mangalore – 575 004 INDIA Email: dean@ajims.edu.in / deanajims@gmail.com Admission Helpline Number : 9667542500

Affiliation and Recognition 

Affiliated with: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Approved by: National Medical Commission (NMC).
Aid Status: Private

Facilities

• Campus
• Classroom
• Transport
• Library
• Hostel
• Laboratory
• Hospital
• Blood bank
• Emergency services
• Pharmacy

AJIMS Mangalore Course Offered

AJIMS, Mangalore offers Medical course as:

UG Course details

Course Name	Total Seat	Duration
MBBS	150	5.5 [4.5+1 Year Internship]

PG Course details

Course Name	Intake Capacity
MD Anatomy	4
MD Physiology	3
MD Biochemistry	3
MD Pathology	5
MD Microbiology	2
MD Pharmacology	4
MD Forensic Medicine	2
MD Community Medicine	4
MD General Medicine	16
MD Dermatology	5
MD Respiratory Medicine	3
MD Paediatrics	8
MS General Surgery	12
MS Orthopaedics	8
MS ENT	5
MS Ophthalmology	4
MS OBG	6
MD Anaesthesiology	12
MD Radiology	8
MD Psychiatry	3
MD Radiation Oncology	3
M.Ch Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery	4

D.M and M.Ch Courses details

Course Type	SS Course	Intake
DM	DM Cardiology	4
MCH	MCH Urology	4
MCH	MCH Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery	4

AJIMS Mangalore Fee Structure

Given here is the fee structure of MBBS course at AJIMS, Mangalore

Govt Quota	Private	NRI/Other
144496	1092852	4012700

PG Courses

Given here is the fee structure of PG courses at AJIMS, Mangalore

Pre/Para/Clinical	Subject	Government	Private	NRI	Other
Pre Clinical	M.D. Anatomy	72738	109770	–	–
	M.D. Physiology	72738	109770	–	–
	M.D. Biochemistry	72738	109770	–	–
Para Clinical	M.D. Pharmacology	145475	218215	–	–
	M.D. Pathology	145475	218215	–	–
	M.D. Microbiology	145475	218215	–	–
	M.D. Community Medicine	145475	218215	–	–
	M.D. Forensic Medicine	145475	218215	–	–
Clinical	M.D. Dermatology	581900	872850	8000000	7500000
	M.D. Radio Therapy	581900	872850	–	–
	M.D. Paediatrics	581900	872850	7500000	6500000
	M.D. General Medicine	581900	872850	7500000	6500000
	M.D. Radio Diagnosis	581900	872850	9000000	8000000
	M.D. Psychiatry	581900	872850	–	–
	M.D. Respiratory Medicine	581900	872850	7500000	6500000
	M.S. Ophthalmology	581900	872850	7500000	7500000
	M.S. ENT	581900	872850	–	–
	M.S. Orthopedics	581900	872850	7500000	7000000
	M.D. Anaesthesia	581900	872850	–	–
	M.S. General Surgery	581900	872850	7500000	6500000
	M.S. Obstetrics and Gynecology	581900	872850	7500000	6500000

AJIMS Mangalore Eligibility Criteria For UG Course

Condition	Applies to	Description
Academic Eligibility	All Candidates	Passed 2nd PUC / 12th Std / Equivalent Exam with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Minimum Marks	General Category	50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Minimum Marks	SC, ST, Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B	40% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Other Eligibility	All Candidates	As mentioned in UGNEET 2023 Information Bulletin.
Qualifying Exam	All Candidates	Declared qualified in UGNEET 2023.
Merit/Rank	All Candidates	Based on UGNEET 2023 All India Rank.
SC/ST/Category-I/OBC Eligibility	Karnataka Candidates	Applicable for Government seats under specific clauses.
Eligibility for Government Seats	Karnataka Candidates	Fulfills academic eligibility, qualified in UGNEET 2023, and meets specific criteria in “Karnataka Selection of Candidates…” Rules.

AJIMS Mangalore Eligibility Criteria For PG Course

Eligibility Criteria	Description
Government Seats (G)
Indian Citizenship	Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Karnataka MBBS/BDS Education	Passed MBBS/BDS in a recognized Medical/Dental institution in Karnataka.
10 Years of Study in Karnataka	Studied for 10 years (1st to 12th standard) in Karnataka, passed either SSLC/10th or PUC/12th from Karnataka, and completed MBBS/BDS in Karnataka.
10 Years of Study, MBBS/BDS Outside Karnataka	Studied for 10 years (1st to 12th standard) in Karnataka, passed either SSLC/10th or PUC/12th from Karnataka, but completed MBBS/BDS outside Karnataka.
All India Service Officers	Children of serving officers of Karnataka cadre who studied outside Karnataka due to parent’s transfer.
Union/State Government Employee	Children of employees of the Union/Karnataka Government or undertaking who declared Karnataka as hometown and studied 10 years in Karnataka.
Children of Karnataka MPs	Children of Members of Parliament elected from Karnataka who studied in New Delhi during the MP’s tenure.
Serving/Ex-Defense Personnel	Children of Karnataka domicile defense personnel, passed MBBS/BDS in India, with proof of domicile from AG’s branch or respective Record Officers.
MBBS/BDS Outside Karnataka	Indian citizens who studied MBBS/BDS in a recognized institution outside Karnataka.
OCI/PIO/NRI/Foreign Nationals	OCI, PIO, NRI, or foreign nationals who completed MBBS/BDS in a recognized institution.
Private Seats (GMP, OPN, MK, MA, ME, MU, MC, MM)
GMP	Candidate fulfilling Clause b or c criteria.
OPN	Citizen of India who completed MBBS/BDS in a recognized institution.
Religious Minority (Christian/Muslim)	Karnataka or non-Karnataka Christian/Muslim candidates, prioritized as Karnataka first.
Linguistic Minority	Candidates whose mother tongue is Tamil, Telugu, Kodava, or Tulu, fulfilling Clause b or c criteria.
St. John’s Medical College	Includes Roman Catholic Religious Nuns, SJMC alumni, Roman Catholic Christians, and open merit candidates, with additional rural service and religious certification.
NRI Seats (N)
NRI/PIO/OCI/Foreign Nationals	MBBS/BDS degree from a recognized institution, fulfilling definitions under Indian laws.
Children of NRI/Wards	NRI relationship proof as per court orders and laws, fulfilling criteria under Karnataka Professional Educational Institutions Act and Income Tax Act.
Other Seats (Q)
Non-NRI Indian Candidates	MBBS/BDS from institutions in India (except NRI/PIO/OCI/Foreign Nationals).

• Additional documents such as caste/income certificates, domicile proofs, and service-related certifications are mandatory based on the clause claimed.
• Misrepresentation or false documents will result in cancellation of the allotted seat and forfeiture of fees.
• Religious and linguistic minority candidates must provide appropriate minority certificates and study certificates from Karnataka.

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2025 Process

Counselling for admission in MBBS course in Karnataka will be conducted by two different authorities. Admission in Government Medical Colleges will be conducted by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for 85% state quota seats in government medical colleges and 100% MBBS seats in Private Medical Colleges. However, counselling for remaining 15% seat in government medical colleges will be conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). 

AJIMS Mangalore Counselling Registration for State Quota Seats

Step 1: Online Registration

• Visit http://kea.kar.nic.in and select “UGNEET-2025 Online Registration”.
• Enter all your details carefully and accurately.

Step 2: Login and Details Entry

• Use your User ID and Password to log in.
• Enter your details stage-by-stage, ensuring everything is correct.

Step 3: Uploading Documents: Upload scanned copies

• Recent passport-size color photograph (JPG/JPEG)
• Signature (JPG/JPEG)
• Left Hand Thumb Impression (JPG/JPEG)

Step 4: Review and Declaration

• Review your application thoroughly on a draft printout.
• Make any necessary changes.
• Select the declaration checkbox if everything is correct.

Step 5: Fee Payment

• Follow the payment gateway instructions to pay the registration fees.

Step 6: Confirmation and Printout

• Take a printout of your completed application form (A4 size).
• Keep this printout for document verification.

Counselling Registration Fees

Categories	Registration Fees
General/2A/2B/3A/3B	Rs. 2500/-
SC/ST/Cat-I/PWD	Rs. 500/-
NRI/OCI/PIO/Foreign nationals	Rs. 5500/-

MBBS Admission Process for State Quota

Step 1: Registration

• Mark your calendars! Visit http://kea.kar.nic.in: during the announced registration window and select “UGNEET-2025 Online Registration”.
• Meticulously enter all your details and pay the registration fee based on your category (INR 500-5500).
• Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photo, signature, and left thumb impression in JPG/JPEG format. Remember, clarity matters!
• Before submitting, carefully review your application form and print a copy for your records.

Step 2: Document Verification (Schedule to be announced)

• Stay tuned to the KEA website for the verification schedule announcement.
• Ensure you have all the original documents mentioned for your category readily available.
• Attend the verification process and obtain your verification slip and crucial secret key.

Step 3:  Option Entry (After seat matrix release)

• This is where your strategic thinking comes in! After the seat matrix is released, head back to http://kea.kar.nic.in: to enter your options.
• Carefully choose the colleges and courses you desire, prioritizing them based on your preferences and eligibility. Remember, you can edit and add options until the deadline, so utilize this flexibility wisely.

Step 4: Seat Allotment:

The seat allotment process for Karnataka NEET Counselling 2025 will be conducted in three phases:

• Phase 1: This phase will focus on allotting seats to candidates belonging to special categories such as Persons with Disabilities (PWD), NCC, and Sports quota. It will be followed by the allotment of seats to General Merit candidates.
• Phase 2: This phase will be exclusive to reserved category candidates.
• Phase 3: This phase will be open to all categories, including General Merit and remaining reserved seats.

The seat allotment will be purely based on your NEET rank and the options you entered during the option entry process. A mock allotment will be conducted before the actual allotment to help you assess your chances and revise your options if needed.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to the seat allotment process:

Check the seat allotment result: The seat allotment result will be declared on the KEA website on the dates specified for each phase.

• Download your allotment letter: If you are allotted a seat, download your allotment letter from the KEA website.
• Pay the seat acceptance fee: Pay the seat acceptance fee online within the stipulated timeframe. This fee varies depending on your category.
• Report to the allotted college: After paying the seat acceptance fee, report to the allotted college with all the required documents within the specified deadline. The list of required documents will be available on the KEA website.

Step 5: Reporting to Colleges:

Once you are allotted a seat in a college, you must report to the college in person within the stipulated deadline to confirm your admission. Here’s what you need to do during the reporting process:

• Carry all required documents: Make sure you carry all the required documents, including your allotment letter, admit card, mark sheet, caste certificate (if applicable), medical fitness certificate, and any other documents specified by the college.
• Document verification: The college will verify your documents and original certificates.
• Pay the admission fee: Pay the admission fee as prescribed by the college.
• Complete the admission formalities: Complete all the admission formalities as required by the college.

Documents Required for State Quota Seats

• Final print out of the KEA Online Application Form.
• UG NEET 2025 Admission Ticket
• UGNEET-2025 Score Card
• SSLC / 10th Standard Marks Card of the candidate
• 2nd PUC / 12th Standard Marks Card of the candidate
• Study Certificate counter signed by the concerned BEO / DDPI
• TWO recent passport size photographs. 

Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Admission Process

Karnataka NEET PG counselling process is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to Post Graduate (PG) Medical and Dental Degree and Diploma courses in Government and Private medical colleges across the state. This process follows specific guidelines set by the Government of Karnataka and the Medical and Dental Councils.

Registration and Counselling Process for State Quota Seats

Follow these steps to successfully complete the registration process for Karnataka NEET PG 2025:

Visit to the official Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) website (kea.kar.nic.in).

• The candidate creates a profile by entering necessary details along with their NEET-PG 2024 / NEET MDS 2024 Roll Number.
• Candidate information such as name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth, NBE Score, and mobile number is fetched from NBE data.
• An OTP is sent to the candidate’s mobile number registered with NBE. The candidate should not share the OTP.
• The candidate enters eligibility clause codes, reservation category, educational qualification, and contact details.
• Those eligible under the In-service category must indicate the same.
• Upload the photograph, left thumb impression, and signature.
• The candidate is required to pay the registration fee following the specified procedure.
• After completing the above steps, the candidate can print and submit the application form.

Important Notes:

• The application process is divided into phases. In the first phase, candidates can fill out the details, make changes, and print drafts before submitting.
• Candidates can edit, delete, or modify their information before selecting the “Declaration” phase.
• Once the “Declaration” is selected, no further changes can be made.
• Candidates should ensure all entries are correct before declaring and completing the process.
• After completing the process, candidates must print the final application form for use during document verification and online seat allotment.
• KEA does not verify the information entered during registration, so the candidature is provisional, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
• Candidates must save their application ID and login credentials, and should not share them with others.

Admission Process for State Quota Seats

The counselling admission process is multi-phase, consisting of rounds that involve the allocation of seats based on the candidates’ NEET PG ranks, eligibility, and preferences. Below is a comprehensive overview of the Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Process:

1. Registration and Online Application

• Registration: Candidates must first register online on the KEA portal during the specified period.
• Eligibility Verification: The candidates need to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for Karnataka state medical admissions (e.g., domicile, qualifications).
• Submission of Documents: All relevant documents such as NEET PG rank, educational qualifications, and caste certificates (if applicable) must be uploaded during the application.

2. Publication of Seat Matrix and Merit List

• Seat Matrix: KEA will release the seat matrix for the available PG Medical and Dental courses in Government and Private colleges, which includes the number of seats available in each category and college.
• Merit List: A merit list will be published based on the NEET PG rank of candidates, and candidates will be called for counselling based on this list.

3. Option Entry

• Choice Filling: In this stage, candidates can enter their choices for preferred colleges and courses. The seat allocation process will be based on these choices.
• Seat Types: The option entry includes selections for Government Quota, Private Quota, and NRI seats. Candidates must fill in their preferences carefully, as the allocation will follow the merit-cum-preference system.

4. Counselling Rounds

There are multiple rounds of counselling, each with its own specific procedures:

First Round:

• Seat Allotment: Based on the candidates’ rank, entered preferences, and seat availability, seats are allotted.
• Reporting to College: Candidates must report to the college where they have been allotted a seat. Non-reporting can lead to the forfeiture of the seat and penalties.

Options after First Round:

• Choice 1: Candidate accepts the allotted seat, undergoes verification, and reports to the college.
• Choice 2: Candidate accepts the seat but wishes to participate in subsequent rounds.
• Choice 3: Candidate rejects the seat and wishes to participate in the next round.
• Choice 4: Candidate does not wish to accept any seat and opts out of the process.

Second Round:

• Seat Allotment: Seats are reallocated based on the options selected by the candidates in the first round. Candidates who didn’t join or opted for a seat change in the first round are considered in this round.
• Reporting: Candidates allotted seats in this round must report to the college.
• Penalties for Non-Joining: Candidates failing to join the allotted seat face penalties and disqualification from further rounds.

Mop-up Round:

• Final Round of Counselling: This round involves the remaining unfilled seats from the earlier rounds. Candidates who did not get a seat in earlier rounds can participate.
• Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated based on merit and availability.
• Non-reporting or Cancellation: Severe penalties are imposed for non-reporting or cancellation at this stage.

5. Stray Vacancy Round

• This round is conducted only if seats remain vacant after all rounds of counselling.
• Eligibility: Only those who participated in previous rounds are eligible for this round, subject to availability.
• Seat Allocation: Seats are filled based on merit and availability.

6. Fee Payment and Document Verification

• Fee Payment: After seat allotment, candidates must pay the prescribed fees (including tuition and other charges) at the time of admission.
• Documents Verification: Candidates must submit all original documents, including NEET PG scorecards, caste certificates (if applicable), and proof of eligibility, for verification at the reporting college.

7. Forfeiture of Seats and Penalties

• Seat Forfeiture: Candidates cancelling seats or not reporting to the allocated college will face forfeiture of fees and disqualification from further rounds.
• Penalty for Non-Compliance:
• First Round: Rs. 25,000 processing fee if a seat is cancelled before the second round.
• Second Round: Penalties for failure to join a clinical seat (₹1,50,000 for Medical/Dental Degree courses).
• Mop-up Round: Higher penalties (up to ₹18,00,000 for clinical degree courses).

8. Bond and Service Obligation

• Candidates who opt for Government Quota seats must submit an undertaking to serve the Government for a minimum period after completion of their studies.
• In-service candidates must submit a bond to serve the Government for 10 years.
• If the candidate fails to serve the Government, a hefty penalty (₹50,00,000 for PG Medical Degree) is imposed.

9. Post-Admission Process

• Once admitted, the candidates must report to the college as per the admission order and complete any remaining formalities.
• Completion of Bond Agreement: Candidates must complete their bond and ensure compliance with the terms regarding the service obligation, or face penalties.

List of Documents Required for State Quota Seats

• KEA ‘PGET-2025’ Registration Form (print out).
• Photo Identity and Address Proof Document – PAN Card, Driving License, Voter ID, Passport, Aadhaar Card, or Ration Card.
• NEET-PG 2025 / NEET MDS 2025 Admit Card & Score Card
• SSLC or 10th Standard / Equivalent Marks Card – For date of birth verification
• 2nd PUC or 12th Standard Marks Card – For educational qualification.
• MBBS / BDS Marks Card – Issued by Universities for all phases/years.
• Qualifying Degree Certificate – Issued by the respective university.
• Provisional Degree Certificate – Only for candidates who passed MBBS/BDS in 2025.
• Certificate of Internship Completion for candidates who have already completed internship. Provisional Internship Completion Certificate will be accepted for candidates completing their internship by 30th June 2025 for MDS and 15th August 2025 for MD/MS, only for the 1st round of counselling.
• Certificate from the Head of Institute – Certifying that the Medical/Dental College from which the candidate has passed the MBBS/BDS examination is recognized by MCI/DCI.
• State / Central Medical / Dental Council Registration Certificate – Provisional registration certificate will be accepted only for candidates who passed MBBS/BDS in 2025. Permanent State/Central Medical/Dental Council Registration Certificate must be submitted at the time of the admission process. (Candidates who passed before 2025 must submit the Original Permanent Registration Certificate).
• Eligibility Certificate (Other University) – For candidates who have completed their MBBS/BDS from a university other than those in Karnataka.

College NEET Cut-Off

First Round Cutoff 2022

Category	AIR	Marks
1G	62670	529
1K	—	—
1R	—	—
2AG	69746	519
2AK	—	—
2AR	—	—
2BG	57854	536
2BK	—	—
2BR	—	—
3AG	56270	539
3AK	—	—
3AR	—	—
3BG	49352	549
3BK	—	—
3BR	—	—
GM	43091	559
GMK	—	—
GMR	69483	520
SCG	170089	408
SCK	—	—
SCR	—	—
STG	118275	459
STK	—	—
STR	—	—

Second Round Cutoff 2022

Category	AIR	Marks
1G	62670	529
1K	—	—
1R	—	—
2AG	77796	508
2AK	—	—
2AR	—	—
2BG	70411	518
2BK	46278	554
2BR	—	—
3AG	42259	560
3AK	—	—
3AR	—	—
3BG	57289	537
3BK	—	—
3BR	—	—
GM	49352	549
GMK	—	—
GMR	73200	514
SCG	170089	408
SCK	—	—
SCR	—	—
STG	131620	444
STK	—	—
STR	—	—

AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Student List

The college has released the student list for the 2024-25 UG & 2023-24 PG batch, showcasing the diverse group of talented individuals who have started their medical education journey. Click here to view the complete MBBS & MD/MS student list.

Why Choose AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre?

• State-of-the-Art Facilities: AJIMS is equipped with advanced Operation Theatres, Hi-Tech PICU with incubators, Dialysis, Endoscopy, CT, MRI, X-Ray, and Ultra Sound facilities, ensuring students gain hands-on experience with modern medical technology.
• 940-Bedded Multi-Specialty Hospital: The hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services, including emergency and critical care, offering students exposure to a wide range of medical cases and practical learning opportunities.
• Expert Faculty and Specialists: Students are guided by a team of highly qualified consultants and specialists, enabling them to develop exceptional clinical and research skills.
• Integrated Covid and Diagnostic Care: With a full-fledged central testing laboratory, Covid testing, isolation facilities, and advanced diagnostic tools, students can learn to handle contemporary healthcare challenges effectively.

How to Reach AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre

AJ Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre is located at Kuntikana, NH-66, Mangalore – 575 004, India. It is well-connected by road, rail, and air.

• By Road: Easily accessible via NH-66 with frequent bus and taxi services.
• By Rail: The nearest railway station is Mangalore Central, approximately 7 km away.
• By Air: Mangalore International Airport is about 15 km from the institute.

AJIMS Mangalore Ranking & Reputation

Name of Institute	AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Mangalore
Reputation	Good
Education	Good
Faculty	Good
Infrastructure	Good

AJIMS Mangalore Contact Details

• Name: A J Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Mangalore (AJIMS Mangalore)
• Address: NH -66, Mangalore – 575 004 India
• Email: deanajims@gmail.com, dean@ajims.edu.in
• Official Website: www.ajims.edu.in

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