Sri Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Bengaluru

Sri Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Bengaluru, is a premier medical college in Karnataka that provides high-quality education in medicine. The institute maintains a rigorous admission process to ensure that only meritorious candidates are selected, adhering to transparent and fair guidelines.

Admissions are primarily based on national-level entrance examinations, with undergraduate candidates admitted through NEET-UG and postgraduate candidates through NEET PG. The academic session generally begins in August–September, and the admission process starts a few months in advance. For MBBS admission, candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognised board.

The MBBS programme has a total intake of 150 students, making it a competitive opportunity for aspiring medical professionals. Sri Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre (SSIMRC), located in T. Begur, Nelamangala Taluk, Bangalore Rural District, Karnataka, is a private medical college established in 2019.

It is a constituent college of Sri Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education (SSAHE), a deemed-to-be university. The institute also offers several postgraduate MD programmes, including MD Pathology (2 seats), MD Physiology (5 seats), MD Pharmacology (2 seats), MD Biochemistry (5 seats), and MD Anatomy (5 seats).

Admission to these MD programmes is based on performance in NEET PG, along with a valid MBBS degree from a recognised institution. Candidates are selected according to their rank in the NEET PG counselling conducted as per the rules of the National Medical Commission (NMC). Degree Name Duration Total Number of Seats Admission Basis MBBS 5.

5 Years (including internship) 150 NEET -UG MD Pathology 3 Years 2 NEET PG MD Physiology 3 Years 5 NEET PG MD Pharmacology 3 Years 2 NEET PG MD Biochemistry 3 Years 5 NEET PG MD Anatomy 3 Years 5 NEET PG Applicants seeking admission to MBBS or MD programmes must complete the counselling and seat allocation process conducted by the respective authority, choose Sri Siddhartha Institute as their preferred college, and report to the institute for verification of original documents and completion of admission formalities.

Required documents include the NEET-UG or NEET PG scorecard, 10th and 12th standard mark sheets and certificates, MBBS degree certificate and mark sheets (for MD courses), Transfer Certificate, Migration Certificate, caste certificate if applicable, valid ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs. Submission of all documents and payment of the requisite fees is necessary to finalize admission.

The institute offers modern facilities, including well-equipped laboratories, libraries, classrooms, hostels, sports facilities, and healthcare support, providing a holistic environment for learning and professional growth. With its structured admission process and focus on merit, Sri Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre remains one of the leading choices for medical education in Karnataka.