How many medical colleges are in Shivamogga (Shimoga)?

Shivamogga (Shimoga) has 2 medical colleges participating in Karnataka NEET counselling, with a combined 400 MBBS seats.

Which government medical colleges are in Shivamogga (Shimoga)?

There is 1 government medical college in Shivamogga (Shimoga): Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences.

Medical Colleges in Shivamogga (Shimoga), Karnataka

Colleges

Total MBBS Seats

400

Government

Private / Deemed

1 Private

Shivamogga (Shimoga) has 2 medical colleges that participate in Karnataka NEET-UG counselling, including 1 government, 1 private. These colleges collectively offer 400 MBBS seats through the counselling process.

The teaching hospitals attached to these colleges have a combined capacity of 1,980 beds. That averages to roughly 990 beds per institution. Government colleges account for 950 beds while private institutions provide 1,030.

Medical education in Shivamogga spans 5 years. The oldest institution, Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences, was established in 2007. The most recently established is Subbaiah Institute of Medical Sciences (2012).

Seat capacity varies across institutions in Shivamogga. Subbaiah Institute of Medical Sciences has the highest intake at 250 seats, while Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences has 150 seats. Government colleges account for 38% of the total seat capacity in the city.

For NEET 2026 candidates considering Shivamogga: the majority of seats (250 of 400) are in private or deemed colleges. Government seats (150) are limited and highly competitive. Candidates should list both government and private colleges in their choice order to maximise allotment chances.