KUHS MBBS : Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The admission process at Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) relies on the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) scores, alongside 10th and 12th-grade marks. A minimum of 50% in 10+2 from a recognized board is essential. The 5.5-year MBBS course is competitive, requiring high NEET scores, illustrated by admissions with scores of 505 and 560. KUHS, with 205 affiliated colleges and 147 departments, is known for its experienced faculty and a 1:10 faculty-to-student ratio. The course includes a compulsory one-year internship after 4.5 years, exposing students to various medical fields and offering stipends from Rs. 7,000 to Rs. 28,000 per month, though payment issues are occasionally reported. The annual exam pass rate exceeds 90%. Course fees are Rs. 1.2 lakh per year, totaling Rs. 6 lakh, significantly lower than private colleges, which can charge up to Rs. 50 lakh. Fees cover all educational expenses, including hostel fees. Government college fees are lower, with tuition ranging from INR 10,000 to INR 50,000, and specific to Kerala, around INR 25,000 annually, plus hostel fees. Scholarships such as Egrantz and MCM provide support based on merit and economic criteria. Although formal campus placements are not offered, many graduates pursue further studies, with internship opportunities available through collaborations with hospitals and medical tech firms.