Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Mangalore
Excellence In Medical Education Rooted In Clinical Practice And Research
Preparing you for meaningful, global medical careers.
Established in 1955, Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Mangalore, has over seven decades of excellence in medical education, clinical care, and research. KMC Mangalore has a distinctive place in Indian medical education through its pioneering public-private partnership model, providing you with extensive clinical exposure at Government Wenlock Hospital and Government Lady Goschen Hospital, alongside KMC Hospital, Attavar, a 600-bed multidisciplinary specialty hospital. The college became an independent unit in 1977, building on a legacy that combines academic rigour with high-volume, diverse clinical experience.
Supported by modern laboratories, technology-enabled classrooms, a comprehensive medical library, advanced clinical facilities, and active research across biomedical and clinical disciplines, KMC creates a strong environment for experiential learning and discovery. Students at KMC Mangalore, have demonstrated a strong research culture, with KMC reporting sustained success in ICMR Short-Term Studentships. With alumni from 45 countries, international electives, global academic linkages, and a strong emphasis on community engagement, KMC Mangalore prepares compassionate, research-oriented, and globally competent healthcare professionals.
