MD General Medicine

1. MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized institution
2. Completed one-year compulsory rotating internship by the admission deadline
3. Permanent/provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council
4. Valid NEET-PG score and rank meeting the required cutoffs for counselling and seat allotment

S. Nijalingappa Medical College & H.S.K. Hospital & Research Centre, established in 2002, is a renowned private medical institution located in Bagalkot, Karnataka. The college is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The MD General Medicine program is one of the major postgraduate offerings, with an annual intake of 10 seats. The course spans 3 years and offers extensive clinical exposure within the associated 700+ bedded tertiary care hospital, where students handle a wide range of general medical cases, participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and manage emergency and intensive care scenarios. The curriculum emphasizes clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, therapeutic planning, evidence-based practice, and critical care medicine, preparing graduates for independent practice, academic careers, and specialisation training. Interdepartmental collaboration, case seminars, journal clubs, and hands-on experience in procedures (e.g., pleural taps, lumbar puncture, advanced life support) are key academic components.

1. Qualify NEET-PG: Appear in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduates and secure a valid score and rank.
2. Register for Counselling: Complete online registration with the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and/or the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) as applicable.
3. Choice Filling: Select MD General Medicine at S. Nijalingappa Medical College during the online counselling choice submission.
4. Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on NEET-PG rank, category, and quota distribution (state, management, All India, NRI).
5. Document Verification: Attend the document verification process with all original certificates.
6. Fee Payment & Reporting: Pay required fees and report to the college within the allotted timeframe to complete admission