Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal

Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, is one of India’s most prestigious private medical colleges, established in 1953. Part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), KMC is ranked #10 by NIRF. It offers MBBS, MD, MS, and super-specialty courses. KMC is known for its research in infectious diseases, community medicine, and surgical simulation labs. The college has two campuses — Manipal and Mangalore — with over 2,500 beds combined. KMC has a strong international student population and offers clinical rotations at partner hospitals worldwide.