MD Forensic Medicine

1. MBBS degree recognized by the National Medical Commission.
2. Completed compulsory rotating internship by the specified admission deadline.
3. Permanent or provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council.
4. Valid NEET-PG score & rank meeting counselling cutoffs based on category and quota.

S. Nijalingappa Medical College & H.S.K. Hospital & Research Centre, Bagalkot is a well-established private medical college founded in 2002, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and recognized by the National Medical Commission. The MD Forensic Medicine & Toxicology program commenced in 2009 and currently offers 4 seats per year for postgraduate training. The Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology provides comprehensive theoretical and practical exposure to medico-legal autopsies, crime scene evaluations, toxicological analysis, and medico-legal reporting. Students benefit from participation in autopsy services conducted by the department, medico-legal case discussions, workshops, and interaction with law enforcement and legal professionals in practical settings. The curriculum prepares graduates for careers in academic medicine, forensic laboratories, legal-medical advisory positions, and public health safety roles, emphasizing ethical practice and investigative skills.