Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute Tumakuru

Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute, Tumakuru is a Private medical college in Karnataka. The college offers MBBS courses with 150 MBBS seats intake capacity. The college was established in 2022 with an approval from National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka having college’s official website (https://smcri.edu.in/).

Counselling for admission in MBBS 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 Counselling. Admission in MBBS courses will be based on NEET UG rankconducted by NTA.

Highlights Siddaganga Medical College

Name of Institute	Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute, Tumakur
Popular Name	SMCRI, Tumakur
Year of Establishment	2022
Institute Type	Private
Affiliated to	Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka
Approved by	National Medical Commission
Counselling conducting authority	Karnataka Education Authority (KEA)
Hostel Facilities	Yes (Male and Female)
Entrance Exam for UG courses	NEET UG Exam
Course	UG-MBBS
Website:	https://smcri.edu.in/
Category	Medical Colleges in Karnataka
Contact	Address: Dr. Sree Shivakumaraswamiji Road, Bengaluru-Honnavar Road, Tumakuru Karnataka- 572102 Email ID: info@smcri.edu.in Admission Helpline Number : 9667542500

Affiliation, Recognition, and Aid Status

Affiliated with: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka

Approved by: National Medical Commission

Aid Status:  Private

Facilities

Courses Offered and Intake Capacity

For Undergraduate Courses

Course	Duration	Intake Seats
MBBS	4 and ½ years + 1 Year Internship	150

Fees Structure

For UG courses

Course	Government Seats	Private Seats	NRI/Other Seats
MBBS	Rs. 144496/-	Rs. 1092852/-	Rs. 2512700/-

NOTE: The above-shared fees can vary from the actual fees and are subject to change. To know the exact fee structure, candidates can connect with a counseling expert at the Admission Helpline No. 9667542500.

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.
Qualifying Exam	All Candidates	Declared qualified in UGNEET 2025.
Merit/Rank	All Candidates	Based on UGNEET 2025 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 2025, and meets specific criteria in “Karnataka Selection of Candidates.

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). 

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. 

NRI & Management Quota Admission

Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute, Tumakuru offer 15% seat under NRI quota for UG MBBS course. The eligibility for admission under the NRI Quota seats will be NRI candidates himself / herself of children of NRI whose parents are resident of Karnataka.

Priority to be given to the domicile of Karnataka. If seats remain vacant, then the same may be filled with eligible candidates of other States domicile. All the admission shall be based on merit only and reservation policy for admission shall be as per Govt. of Karnataka.

Candidates admitted under Self-Financed seats shall not be eligible for Govt. of Karnataka Stipend as well as Internship Allowance. Under NRI / NRI Sponsored category seats admitted students will not be eligible for Govt. of Karnataka Stipend and Internship Allowance. Self Financed and NRI/NRI Sponsored seats will be non-resident types. However, the hostel facility may be provided to students admitted under Self Financed / NRI seats as per suitability and availability.

NRI Candidates who wants to claim benefit for NRI quota should select “NRI” at the time of online registration and should submit the documents with the required affidavit enclosed at the time of document verification, otherwise they will not be eligible for NRI quota. Documents claiming that the sponsorer is an NRI (Passport, Visa of the sponsorer).

College NEET Cut-Off

First Round Cutoff 2022

Category	Rank (AIR)	Marks (M)	Category	Rank (AIR)	Marks (M)
1G	75186	511	3AK	—	–
1K	—	–	3AR	81215	503
1R	84832	499	3BG	72393	515
2AG	77603	508	3BK	—	–
2AK	106554	472	3BR	83317	501
2AR	85093	498	GM	72184	516
2BG	76274	510	GMK	98390	482
2BK	—	–	GMR	80781	504
2BR	87160	496	SCG	182761	396
3AG	72304	516	SCK	226752	361
SCR	192978	388	STG	—	–
STK	—	–	STR	141684	434

Second Round Cutoff 2022

Category	Rank (AIR)	Marks (M)	Category	Rank (AIR)	Marks (M)
1G	84832	499	3AK	—	–
1K	—	–	3AR	89665	492
1R	89233	493	3BG	79650	505
2AG	87290	496	3BK	—	–
2AK	106554	472	3BR	83526	500
2AR	92198	489	GM	75283	511
2BG	82367	502	GMK	98390	482
2BK	—	–	GMR	83317	501
2BR	87160	496	SCG	185142	394
3AG	76585	510	SCK	226752	361
SCR	192978	388	STG	—	–
STK	—	–	STR	144380	431

Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute, Tumakuru Student List

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

Why Choose Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute, Tumakuru?

Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute (SMCRI), established in 2022, is a premier medical institution located in Tumakuru, Karnataka. 

Key Highlights of SMCRI:

• Affiliation and Approval: SMCRI is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC), New Delhi. 
• Courses Offered: The institute offers the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program with an annual intake of 150 students. 
• Infrastructure: SMCRI has modern facilities, including air-conditioned lecture theaters, well-equipped laboratories, a skills and simulation lab, a medical education unit, a comprehensive library, and separate hostels for boys and girls. 
• Experienced Faculty: The institute prides itself on a team of qualified and dedicated teaching and support staff committed to providing quality medical education. 
• Hospital Facilities: SMCRI is associated with a 600-bed teaching hospital that offers a wide range of medical services, providing students with hands-on clinical experience.

How to reach Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute, Tumakuru?

Siddaganga Medical College & Research Institute (SMCRI) is located in Tumakuru, Karnataka, approximately 65 kilometers from Bengaluru on the Bengaluru-Pune Highway. 

SMCRI

By Air:

• Nearest Airport: Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) in Bengaluru, about 90 kilometers from Tumakuru.
• From the Airport: You can hire a taxi or use app-based cab services for a journey of approximately 2 hours to reach SMCRI.

By Train:

• Nearest Railway Station: Tumakuru Railway Station, which is well-connected to major cities.
• From the Railway Station: The institute is a short drive away; local transport options like auto-rickshaws and taxis are readily available.

By Road:

• From Bengaluru: Tumakuru is accessible via National Highway 75 (NH 75). Regular bus services operate between Bengaluru and Tumakuru, or you can opt for a private vehicle or taxi.
• Within Tumakuru: SMCRI is situated on Dr. Sree Shivakumaraswamiji Road, Bengaluru-Honnavar Road, making it easily reachable by local transport.

Contact Details 

• Name: Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute, Tumakuru
• Address: Dr. Sree Shivakumaraswamiji Road, Bengaluru-Honnavar Road, Tumakuru Karnataka- 572102
• Email ID: info@smcri.edu.in
• Admission Helpline Number : 9667542500
• Website: http://smcri.edu.in/

Ranking & Reputation

Name of Institute	Siddaganga Medical College and Research Institute, Tumakuru
Reputation	Good
Education	Excellent
Faculty	Good
Infrastructure	Excellent

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