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Government Medical Colleges:
12
Total Government MBBS Seats:
~1,755
Private Medical Colleges:
~20+
Total Private MBBS Seats
~2,850
Introduction
The Kerala State Medical Council (KSMC) is a statutory regulatory body established under the Kerala State Medical Practitioners Act, 2021 to oversee the registration, practice, ethics, and professional standards of medical practitioners in the state of Kerala. It succeeded earlier medical councils such as the Travancore‑Cochin Medical Councils that operated under the Travancore Cochin Medical Practitioners Act, 1953.
KSMC’s primary role is to ensure that only qualified and registered practitioners are legally permitted to practice medicine, whether in modern medicine, homoeopathic medicine, or Indian systems of medicine (like Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, yoga and naturopathy within its registration framework).
The council maintains separate registers for practitioners in different systems of medicine and acts as a guardian of professional conduct, patient safety, and medical ethics. It has the authority to take disciplinary action — such as suspension or removal from the medical register — against practitioners found guilty of misconduct or unethical behaviour.
Key Functions of KSMC
Registration and renewal of registration for medical practitioners.
Maintenance of the state medical register for different systems of medicine.
Enforcement of professional conduct, ethics, and discipline.
Inquiry and action in cases of professional misconduct or negligence.
Protecting public health by ensuring that only properly qualified doctors practice in Kerala.
Courses & Practitioners Regulated
KSMC regulates the practice of:
Modern Medicine (MBBS and postgraduate qualifications)
Homoeopathic Medicine
Indian Systems of Medicine practitioners
All practitioners must register with the council before legally practising in the state.
National Affiliation and Recognition
KSMC operates in alignment with national medical regulations set by the National Medical Commission (NMC) — the central statutory body that replaced the Medical Council of India at the national level — ensuring consistency with nationwide standards for medical education and practice.
Eligibility
Basic Requirements
Must be 17+ years by 31 December
Must have passed 10+2 with PCB
Must meet the minimum qualifying marks as per NMC/state
Valid NEET-UG score is compulsory
For Management Quota
Any Indian student with NEET qualification
Some colleges prefer Tamil Nadu domicile.
Factors to Consider Before Taking Admission
Before taking admission under management quota or private quota in Kerala medical colleges:
Ensure your NEET score meets the minimum eligibility criteria of the college.
Be prepared for higher fees compared to government quota seats.
Verify the college’s accreditation, infrastructure, and teaching hospital affiliations.
Check patient inflow, clinical exposure, and internship opportunities for hands-on experience.
Consider hostel facilities, campus safety, and lifestyle expenses if relocating.
Review feedback from current students or alumni for honest insights about academics and college life.
Process
Fee Structure
Note: The fee details mentioned below are estimated figures based on recent admission trends. Actual fees may vary slightly from college to college. Students are advised to check the official college website or the Kerala state counselling authority for the most accurate and updated information.
MBBS: ₹6–8 Lakhs per year
Includes tuition, hostel, food, and basic facilities.
Living & Miscellaneous Expenses: ~₹1.5 Lakhs per year
BDS: ₹7–8 Lakhs per year
Includes tuition, hostel, and practical/lab fees.
Living & Miscellaneous Expenses: ~₹2.25 Lakhs per year
MDS: ₹8 Lakhs per year
Includes advanced tuition, clinical training, and lab facilities.
Living & Miscellaneous Expenses: ~₹2.75 Lakhs per year
Top 10 Private Medical Colleges in Kerala — Seats & Approx. Management Quota Fees
Important Notes
Management quota admissions are strictly based on NEET-UG qualification.
Fees mentioned are approximate annual tuition fees and may change each year.
Final admission is done only through Kerala NEET-UG state counselling.
Entrance
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to MBBS and BDS courses across India, including medical colleges in Kerala.
NEET-UG is mandatory for all students seeking admission to undergraduate medical courses in government, private, and management quota seats in Kerala. Admission to MBBS seats in the state is strictly based on the NEET-UG score and Kerala state counselling process, conducted as per national and state regulations.
About the National Testing Agency (NTA)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is a government body established in 2017 under the Ministry of Education (MoE) to conduct major national-level entrance examinations in India. NTA ensures a transparent, efficient, and standardized examination system for students nationwide.
Role of NTA in Medical Admissions
NTA conducts NEET-UG, which is mandatory for admission to MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical courses.
NEET-UG scores are used for admission to government, private, and management quota MBBS seats in Kerala.
Note: NEET-PG is conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), not NTA.
Key Features of NTA
Conducts exams in a transparent and standardized manner.
Uses advanced technology for fair evaluation.
Follows uniform exam patterns to reduce student stress.
Ensures credibility and reliability in the admission process.
Exam Frequency
NEET-UG: Conducted once every year.
Colleges
Cutoff
What the NEET Cutoff Means
The qualifying cutoff percentile is the minimum percentile a candidate must score in NEET-UG to become eligible for MBBS/BDS admissions and to participate in Kerala state counselling or All-India Quota counselling.
Meeting the cutoff makes you eligible, but it does not guarantee admission.
Category-Wise NEET Qualifying Cutoff
General (Unreserved) Category
Percentile Required: 50th percentile
Approximate Marks Range: 686 – 144
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
Percentile Required: 50th percentile
Approximate Marks Range: 686 – 144
EWS follows the same cutoff as the General category.
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)
Percentile Required: 40th percentile
Approximate Marks Range: 143 – 113
Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Percentile Required: 40th percentile
Approximate Marks Range: 143 – 113
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
General-PwBD: 45th percentile (Approx. 143 – 127 marks)
OBC/SC/ST-PwBD: 40th percentile (Approx. 126 – 113 marks)
Important Notes for Kerala Aspirants
These cutoffs are for qualifying NEET-UG and participating in counselling, not the final admission cutoffs.
Actual MBBS admission cutoffs in Kerala are usually much higher, especially for government medical colleges.
Final seat allotment depends on factors such as NEET rank, category reservation, state quota, All-India quota, and seat availability.
Counselling
Overview
MBBS admissions in Kerala are conducted through a NEET-UG–based counselling process managed by authorised national and state counselling authorities. The process covers government medical colleges, private medical colleges, management quota, and NRI quota seats, strictly following the guidelines of the National Medical Commission (NMC) and Kerala state counselling rules.
Counselling Authorities in Kerala
Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala
Conducts counselling for State Quota, Private Quota, Management Quota, and NRI seats in government and private medical colleges in Kerala.Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
Conducts counselling for the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government medical colleges across India, including Kerala.
Seat Categories in Kerala
State Quota Seats (Government Medical Colleges)
85% of MBBS seats in Kerala government medical colleges are filled under the State Quota.
Allotment is based on NEET-UG rank, Kerala state merit list, domicile eligibility, and reservation rules (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD).
All India Quota (AIQ)
15% of MBBS seats in government medical colleges are filled under the AIQ.
Counselling is conducted centrally by MCC and is open to candidates from all states.
Private / Management / NRI Quota Seats
Seats in private medical colleges in Kerala (including minority and non-minority institutions) are allotted through CEE Kerala counselling.
NEET-UG qualification is mandatory for all seat categories.
Admissions outside the official counselling process are not permitted.
MBBS Seat Allotment Process in Kerala (Step-by-Step)
1. Online Registration
Candidates must register on the official CEE Kerala counselling portal using NEET-UG details, personal information, and required documents.
2. State Merit List & Rank Consideration
Seat allotment is based on NEET-UG rank, category eligibility, and Kerala reservation norms.
3. Document Verification
Verification is carried out online or at designated centres with valid academic, identity, domicile, and category certificates.
4. Choice Filling & Fee Payment
Candidates select preferred colleges and courses, submit choices, and pay the required counselling and security deposit fees.
5. Seat Allotment Result
Allotment results are published online for each round. Candidates can download the allotment memo from the counselling portal.
6. Reporting to Allotted College
Candidates must report to the allotted college within the prescribed timeline with original documents and admission fees.
Documents Typically Required at Reporting
NEET-UG Admit Card & Scorecard
Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets / Certificates
Kerala Domicile Certificate (for State Quota eligibility)
Category / EWS / PwBD Certificates (if applicable)
Seat Allotment Memo
Proof of Counselling Fee Payment
Multiple sets of self-attested photocopies
MBBS Counselling Rounds in Kerala
Kerala MBBS counselling generally includes:
Round 1: Initial allotment based on NEET rank and preferences
Round 2: Upgradation and allotment against vacant seats
Mop-Up Round: Conducted for remaining vacant seats
Stray Vacancy Round (if applicable): Final round as per official guidelines
Important Notes for Kerala Aspirants
Counselling is online, centralised, and merit-based.
NEET-UG qualification is compulsory for all MBBS seats (government, private, management, and NRI).
Kerala domicile is generally required for eligibility under the 85% State Quota; AIQ seats are open nationwide.
No medical college in Kerala can grant MBBS admission outside the official counselling process.
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