Best Courses in Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences

Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences

Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS) is a government medical college located in Shivamogga (Shimoga), Karnataka, India. Established in 2005, SIMS is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI). Known for its affordable and quality medical education, SIMS serves both local and regional communities with its associated hospital.

Admission Requirements
MBBS Admission: Based on NEET-UG scores, followed by state counseling.

Postgraduate Admission: Requires NEET-PG scores, with counseling conducted through the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) or All India quota.

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Undergraduate Course

MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)

Duration: 5.5 years (including 1 year of compulsory internship).
Annual Intake: 150 students
The curriculum covers subjects like Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine, and clinical subjects like General Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

Postgraduate Courses (MD and MS)

SIMS offers various postgraduate programs that provide specialized knowledge in different fields:

MD (Doctor of Medicine)

• General Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Pathology
• Anesthesiology
• Radiology
• Community Medicine


MS (Master of Surgery

• General Surgery
• Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Orthopedics

Duration: 3 years, with a focus on hands-on training in the respective specialties.

Diploma Programs

SIMS offers 2-year diploma courses in specific fields, such as:
• Diploma in Anesthesia
• Diploma in Obstetrics & Gynecology