KUHS Admission 2024: Dates, Courses, Fees, Eligibility, Selection Criteria, Application Process

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KUHS Admissions 2023 for various UG and PG courses are expected to begin soon after the NEET UG exam is conducted by NTA. Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) offers admission to various undergraduate, postgraduate, and post-doctoral programs in Medicine, Dental, Ayurveda, Siddha, Pharmacy, Nursing, Unani, Homeopathy, and allied Health Sciences. KUHS is the first Health Sciences university in Kerala. 

  • KUHS has eight departments that offer 130 courses in different fields of Health Sciences.
  • M.B.B.S, B.D.S, B.A.M.S, M.P.T., M.Optom., M.D, M.S, and M.D.S are some of the most popular courses at KUHS. 
  • Admission to UG courses such as  M.B.B.S,  B.A.M.S, B.S.M.S, B.U.M.S, and B.D.S is done on the basis of NEET UG.
  • For admission to PG courses such as MD, MS, and PG Diploma, the candidates have to appear for NEET PG.
  • Admission to other UG courses such as B.Sc., B.P.T., and B.A.S.L.P. is done on the basis of merit scores of the qualifying exam.
  • The candidates need to apply online for KUHS Admissions 2023 on the official website of KUHS.

All the colleges and institutes in Kerala that impart education in Modern Medicine, Homeopathy, and the Indian System of Medicine are affiliated with KUHS. There are a total of 296  government and private professional colleges affiliated with KUHS.


KUHS Admission 2023 Highlights

Given below are the important highlights of KUHS Admission 2023:

KUHS Admission 2023 Highlights
Institute  Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS)
Established 2010
Affiliation Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Type Public Medicine University
Number of Colleges Affiliated 296
Courses UG, PG, Doctoral, Super Speciality
Popular Courses M.B.B.S, B.D.S, B.A.M.S, M.P.T., M.Optom., M.D, M.S, M.D.S
Admission Criteria Merit-Based & Entrance-Based
Mode of Application  Online
Entrance Exam NEET UG, NEET PG, NEET SS, KEAM, NEET MDS
KUHS Official Website http://kuhs.ac.in/ 

KUHS Admission 2023 Dates

Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) is yet to release the admission dates for the session 2023-24. The application dates for KUHS Admission 2023 will be released on the official website of KUHS. KUHS Admission is carried out throughout the year for different UG, PG, and Doctoral courses. 

Given below are the important dates for KUHS Admission 2023:

Events Dates
Release Date of KUHS MPT Cutoff March 10, 2023
Release Date of KUHS PG Ayurveda Courses Cutoff April 8, 2023
NEET MDS 2023 Exam Date March 1, 2023
NEET PG 2023 Exam Date March 5, 2023
NEET 2023 Application Form Release Date  March 6, 2023
NEET UG 2023 Registration Last Date April 6, 2023
NEET 2023 Application Correction April 8, 2023 – April 10, 2023 (11:50 PM)
NEET UG 2023 Registration (Reopened) April 12, 2023 – April 15, 2023 (11:30 PM)
NEET UG 2023 Exam Date May 7, 2023
NEET PG 2023 Result March 14, 2023
NEET MDS 2023 Result March 10, 2023
Start Date of Kerala NEET Counselling  October 2023
Release of Kerela State Merit List 2nd Week of October 2023
Kerala NEET Round 1 Registration and Choice Filling  3rd ​Week of October 2023
Kerala NEET Round 2 Counselling Choice Filling November 2023
Start Date of Kerala NEET Mop-Up Round November 2023

KUHS MBBS Admission 2023

Kerala University of Health Sciences offers the MBBS degree for a duration of 4.5 Years along with one year of internship. The candidates need to appear for the NEET UG entrance exam in order to get admission to MBBS at KUHS. One must have completed 10+2 from any recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects.

Course Course Details
MBBS Duration: 5.5 Years
Course Fees: INR 1.13 Lakhs - INR 5.4 Lakhs

KUHS MBBS Eligibility Criteria

  • The candidates must have completed 10+2 with 50% marks aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, English, and Biology/ Biotechnology from a recognized board.
  • Candidates should have completed 17 years of age as of December 31, 2023. 

KUHS MBBS Selection Criteria

Admission to the MBBS at KUHS is done on the basis of the score in the NEET UG exam. The candidates have to then appear for Kerala NEET Counselling to get a seat in different KUHS Affiliated Colleges

Here is the NEET UG 2022 Cutoff required to sit in the counseling process: 

Category Qualifying Criteria NEET Cutoff Score
UR/EWS 50th Percentile 715-117
OBC/SC/ST 40th Percentile 116-93
Persons with Disability (OC PWD) 45th Percentile 116-105
OBC/SC/ST & PH 40th Percentile 104-93

Read More: NEET Cutoff 2023 


KUHS UG Admission 2023

KUHS offers various courses such as B.A.M.S, B.S.M.S, B.U.M.S, B.D.S, B.Sc., B.P.T., and B.A.S.L.P  in various specializations at the undergraduate level. The courses are offered in different fields of medicine, science, pharmacy, and allied Health Sciences.

Here are the UG courses offered under KUHS Admission 2023: 

Course Course Details
B.Sc Duration: 3 Years
Course Fees: INR 46,000 - INR 4.4 Lakhs
Specialization: Perfusion Technology, Nursing, Medical Microbiology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Radiological Technology, Medical Biochemistry, Nursing(Ayurveda), Dialysis, Optometry
B.Pharma Duration: 4 Years
Course Fees: INR 71.42 K - INR 5.17 Lakhs
BDS Duration: 4 Years
Course Fees: INR 1,20,000 PA
BAMS Duration: 5.5 Years
Course Fees: INR 59.53 K - INR 11.88 Lakhs
BHMS Duration: 5.5 Years
Course Fees: INR 1.13 Lakhs
BSMS Duration: 5.5 Years
BUMS Duration: 5.5 Years
Course Fees: INR 33.04 K

KUHS UG Eligibility Criteria

For admission to various UG courses at KUHS, the candidates must have passed 10+2 with 50% marks aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, English, and Biology/ Biotechnology from a recognized board.

KUHS UG Selection Criteria

  • BDS, B.A.M.S, B.H.M.S, B.S.M.S, B.U.M.S: Score/Merit in NEET UG
  • B.Sc: Merit in Last Qualifying Examination
  • B.Pharma: Score/Merit in KEAM

Read More: KUHS Placements


KUHS PG Admission 2023

Kerala University of Health Sciences offers various PG courses by the University in the field of Medicine, Surgery, Nursing, Ayurvedic, Homoeopathy, Unani, and Physiotherapy. M.Sc., M.H.A, M.P.T, M.Optom, M.A.S.L.P, M.D, M.S, and M.D.S are some of the postgraduate courses offered by KUHS, Thrissur. 

Here are the details for PG courses offered under KUHS Admission 2023: 

Course Course Details
M.Sc Duration: 2 Years
Course Fees: INR 61.74 K - INR 3 Lakhs
Specialization: Microbiology, MLT-Microbiology, Medical Lab Technology, Medical Physiology, Medical Lab Technology- Pathology, Optometry, Audiology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing Community Health Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Orthopedic Nursing, Nephro-Urology Nursing
M.Pharma Duration: 2 Years
Course Fees: INR 63.98 K - INR 4.5 Lakhs
Specialization: Pharmacology, Pharmacy Practice, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry
MDS Duration: 3 Years
Course Fees: INR 1.49 Lakhs - INR 26.61 Lakhs
Specialization: Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Public Health Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Crown, and Bridge, Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Community Dentistry, Periodontology
MS Duration: 3 Years
Course Fees: INR 79.31 K - INR 45 Lakhs
Specialization: General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Otorhinolaryngology, Shalakya Tantra, Shalya Tantra
MD Duration: 3 Years
Course Fees: INR 36 K - INR 49.09 Lakhs
MHA Duration: 2 Years
Specialization: Hospital Administration
MASLP Duration: 2 Years
Specialization: Audiology and Speech (Language Pathology)

KUHS PG Eligibility & Selection Criteria

Here is the eligibility and selection criteria for KUHS PG Admission 2023: 

Course Eligibility Selection Criteria 
MS MBBS Degree with 1-year Internship. Score/Merit in NEET PG
MD
MHA Bachelor's Degree in any Discipline. Merit in Last Qualifying Examination
M.Sc Bachelor's Degree in the relevant specialization. Score/Merit in KEAM
M.Pharm B.Pharma Degree from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India with 55% Marks in aggregate.
MASLP BASLP Degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% Marks. Merit in Last Qualifying Examination
MPT BPT Degree with a minimum of 50% Marks from a recognized board with a mandatory six months internship.
MDS BDS Degree with a minimum of 50% Marks from an MCI affiliated and recognized Dental College. Score/Merit in NEET MDS

Read More: KUHS Courses & Fees


KUHS Ph.D. Admission 2023

Kerala University of Health Sciences offers a Ph.D. Degree in various specializations in Health Science. KUHS offers Ph.D. in the following specializations: 

  • Pharmacy
  • Medicine
  • Dental Sciences
  • Dental Material 
  • Nursing

KUHS Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

For admission to Ph.D. at KUHS, the candidates must have completed MS/MD in Medicine or MSc in the relevant specialization with an aggregate of 50% marks or equivalent.

KUHS Ph.D. Selection Criteria

The admission to Ph.D. at KUHS is offered on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the university. The final selection to the program is based on an interview conducted by the university at a later stage.

Read More: KUHS Scholarship


KUHS Post Doctoral Admission 2023

KUHS offers admission to three-year full-time Doctor of Medicine (D.M) and Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch.) programs at the Post-Doctoral level. Here are the admission details for the post-doctoral courses offered by KUHS Thrissur: 

Course Course Details Eligibility Criteria  Selection Criteria 
DM Duration: 3 Years
Course Fees: INR 4.17 L - INR 55.5 Lakhs
Specialization: Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology, Neurosurgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical Oncology
MD Degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized University. Score/Merit in NEET SS.
M.Ch MS Degree in the relevant specialization from a recognized University.

The candidates who clear the NEET SS exam have to then fill out the application form at the official website of KUHS. The candidates will be selected for admission on the basis of their scores in the exam.

Read More: KUHS Results


KUHS Application Process 2023

Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) offers admission to various UG, PG, Doctoral, and Post-Doctoral courses in the fields of Medicine, Dental, Ayurveda, Siddha, Pharmacy, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Unani, and Homeopathy. Admission to these courses is done on the basis of different national-level entrance exams such as NEET-UG, NEET-PG, NEET-MDS, NEET-SS, and KEAM. 

Here are the various entrance exams for KUHS Admission 2023: 

Courses Entrance Exam
MBBS, BDS, B.H.M.S, B.U.M.S, B.S.M.S., B.A.M.S NEET-UG
MDS NEET- MDS
MD, MS NEET-PG
DM, M.Ch. NEET-SS
M.Pharma, M.Sc. KEAM

The candidates have to first appear and clear the respective entrance exam and then appear for the counseling process for admission at KUHS. The candidates can apply online on the official website of KUHS once the application forms are released by the university. 

How to Apply for KUHS Admission 2023?

Here are the steps to apply for KUHS Admission 2023: 

  • Visit the official website of KUHS.
  • Search and click on the ‘Online Application’ Link.
  • Register using a mobile number and the necessary details. 
  • Login using the application number, and fill out the application form.
  • Fill up the necessary educational and personal details. 
  • Click on the Final Submission Application link.
  • Pay the requisite application fees through online payment or e-challan.
  • Upload Photograph, Signature, and necessary Documents/Certificates.
  • Take a printout of the application form for future reference. 

Documents Required for KUHS Admission 2023

The candidates must have the following documents during the complete procedure of KUHS Admission 2023: 

  • Marksheets of Qualifying Examinations
  • Class X and XII Marksheets
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Allotment Letter from Competent Authority.
  • Sponsorship Letter/Employment Letter/Passport in case of NRI.
  • Scorecard of Concerned Entrance Examination.
  • Caste Certificate if Applicable.

KUHS Admission 2023 FAQs

Ques. What is the application mode for KUHS Admission 2023?

Ans. The candidates have to fill out the application form online on the official website of KUHS for KUHS Admission 2023.

Ques. What is the entrance exam accepted for KUHS MBBS Admission?

Ans. KUHS offers admission to MBBS Degree at KUHS on the basis of score in the NEET UG entrance exam.

Ques. What are the documents required for KUHS Admission?

Ans. The documents required for KUHS Admission are as follows: 

  • Marksheets of Qualifying Examinations
  • Transfer and Migration Certificates
  • Character Certificate
  • DOB Certificate
  • ID Proof

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for the B.P.T. program at KUHS?

Ans. The eligibility criteria for admission to the B.P.T. program is a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology taken together with 50% marks in Biology in 10+2.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for admission to KUHS UG Courses?

Ans. For admission to KUHS UG Courses, the candidates must have passed the 10+2 level of examination or an equivalent examination with 50% marks in aggregate in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. For B.A.M.S, B.D.S, B.H.M.S, B.P.T, and M.B.B.S, the candidates must have a score of a minimum of 50% in Biology in the 10+2 level of examination. 

Ques. What is the relaxation criteria for admission to BDS at KUHS?

Ans. For admission to BDS at KUHS, the candidates belonging to the SC/ST category have a relaxation in the aggregate marks in the eligibility criteria. Candidates belonging to SC/ST category should have scored a minimum of 40% in the qualifying exams. Persons with Disability have a relaxation of 5% marks for the BDS course. 

Ques. What is the selection criteria for MBBS at KUHS?

Ans. The admission to MBBS at KUHS is done on the basis of the score of the candidates in the NEET UG entrance exam. 

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for admission to PG courses at KUHS?

Ans. The candidates applying for the PG courses at KUHS should have a Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field or specialization in order to be eligible for the admission process. 

Ques. Who can avail scholarships at KUHS?

Ans. The university provides scholarships to the following students:

  • Students belonging to SC/ ST/ OBC Quota with 75% Marks in Higher Secondary.
  • Students belonging to Minority Community with 75% Marks in Higher Secondary
  • Economically Backward Students
  • Children of Military Officers
  • Sports Quota Students
  • Physically Challenged Students

Ques. What specializations are offered for Ph.D. at KUHS?

Ans. KUHS Thrissur offers Ph.D. in the following specializations:

  • Pharmacy
  • Medicine
  • Dental Sciences
  • Dental Material
  • Nursing

Ques. How to pay the application fees for KUHS Admission?

Ans. The candidates have to pay the application fees online for KUHS Admission using the following steps:

  • Login to the admission portal using the proper registration details. 
  • Click on the Payment Menu.
  • Select the appropriate purpose, enter details, and click on Save & Proceed.
  • Click on Proceed to Pay.
  • Click on Pay Now, the link will redirect you to the SBI payment gateway. 
  • Choose the payment mode: Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.
  • On successful completion of payment, print the acknowledgment slip. 

Ques. Which KUHS-affiliated colleges offer BDS?

Ans. Some of the KUHS-affiliated colleges that offer BDS are:
  • Century International Institute of Dental Science and Research Center
  • Annoor Dental College and Hospital
  • Malabar Dental College and Research Center
  • Educare Institute of Dental Sciences
  • Royal Dental College
  • KMCT Dental College Manassery
  • Al Azhar Dental College
  • PMS College of Dental Science and Research

Ques. How to contact the Kerala University of Health Sciences for any query related to admissions?

Ans. The contact details of the Kerala University of Health Sciences are as follows:

Email: helpdesk@kuhs.ac.in

Examinations

  • Phone: 04872 207642
  • Fax: 04872 206770

Academic

  • Phone: 04872 207664, 0487 2207650
  • Fax: 04872 206790

Ques. How many departments are there in KUHS Thrissur?

Ans. KUHS Thrissur has eight departments dealing in different fields of Health Sciences: 

  • Department of Medicine
  • Department of Dentistry
  • Department of Public Health
  • Department of Biomedical Science and Technology
  • Department of Behavioral Studies
  • Department of Surgery
  • Department of Indian System of Medicine
  • Department of Nursing Sciences and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Ques. How many courses are offered at KUHS?

Ans. KUHS offers around 130 undergraduate and postgraduate courses across eight departments in Allied Health Science, Medical, Nursing, Dental, and Pharmacy. 

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KUHS Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityAction
MBBS1.2 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) 10+2 with 50% + NEET
Ph.D
5 Courses
1.1 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Post Graduation
B.Sc
8 Courses
33,000 - 55,000 (1st Year Fees) Passed 10+2 with 50% in PCB
M.Sc
16 Courses
55,000 - 1 Lakh (1st Year Fees) Graduation
BASLP
1 Course
33,000 (1st Year Fees) 10+2 with 50% in PCB

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