Katihar Medical College, Katihar
Katihar Medical College, Katihar
Quick Summary
| Year of Establishment | 1987 |
| MBBS Seats Intake | 150 |
| Speciality in PG Courses | 18 |
| Seats in PG courses | 77 |
| Teaching faculty | 544 |
| Management Type | Private |
| College Type | Private Medical College |
| Affiliated University | Al-Karim University, Katihar |
| Affiliated Hospital | Katihar Hospital |
| Hospital Beded Capacity | 500 |
| Hostel | Available |
| Global Recognition | ECFMG Approved |
| Postal Address | Near Katihar Railway Station, Katihar, Bihar 854105 |
| Website | http://kmckatihar.org/ |
About Us
Katihar Medical College (KMC) is a prominent medical education and healthcare institution located in Karim Bagh, Katihar, Bihar. Established in 1987 by the Al-Karim Educational Trust, the institution was founded with the objective of addressing the need for quality medical education and specialized healthcare services in the economically and medically underserved regions of North-Eastern Bihar. The college is a constituent unit of Al-Karim University, Katihar.
Since its establishment, Katihar Medical College has developed into an important centre for medical education, clinical training, research, and patient care. The institution provides undergraduate MBBS education along with postgraduate MD and MS programmes in a range of medical specialties, supported by experienced faculty and a comprehensive academic environment. The college campus is spread across approximately 55 acres and includes academic buildings, lecture theatres, hostels, laboratories, a central library, auditorium, residential facilities, and other supporting infrastructure. The institution's library provides extensive learning resources, including medical textbooks, reference materials, national and international journals, and online academic resources to support students and faculty.
Clinical education is supported by Katihar Medical College & Hospital, a tertiary-care teaching hospital that provides a broad range of medical and surgical services. The hospital has modern operation theatres, emergency and casualty services, intensive care facilities, advanced diagnostic services including CT and MRI, blood bank and blood component facilities, and multiple specialty and super-specialty services. A major objective of Katihar Medical College is to serve the healthcare needs of the surrounding population, particularly people from economically weaker and underserved communities. The institution's founding philosophy emphasizes accessible and specialized medical care, education, research, and service to humanity. Its healthcare services are designed to combine professional excellence with compassion, ethics, and patient-centred care.
Katihar Medical College also focuses on developing healthcare professionals who possess strong clinical knowledge, practical skills, ethical values, and a sense of social responsibility. Through its integrated approach to medical education, research, and healthcare delivery, the institution continues to contribute to the development of medical professionals and the improvement of healthcare services in Bihar and the surrounding region.
MD/MS Fee Structure
| COLLEGE/BRANCHES | MD-Anaesthesiology | MD-Dermatology,Venerology & Leprosy | MD-General Medicine | MS-General Surgery | MD-Obstetrics & Gynaecology | MS-Ophthalmology | MS-Orthopaedics | MS-Otorhinolaryngology(ENT) | MD-Paediatrics | MD-Psychiatry | MD-Radio-diagnosis/Radiology | MD-Pathology | MD-Anatomy | MD-Biochemistry | MD-Microbiology | MD-PSM/Community Medicine | MD-Pharmacology | MD-Physiology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katihar Medical College, Katihar | 14.6L | 30L | 23.25L | 23.25L | 40L | 15L | 35L | 11L | 35.3L | 15.1L | 45L | 5L | 2.5L | 2.5L | 2.5L | 5L | 2.5L | 2.5L |
| NRI fees | 23.1K USD | 56.63K USD | 44.3K USD | 44.3K USD | 63.29K USD | 56.96K USD | 55.85K USD | 88.6K USD |
MBBS Fee Structure
| Institute/ Colleges (Bihar) | Tuition Fees | |
| Mgmt. (Rs.) | NRI (Rs.) | |
| Katihar Medical College, Katihar | 11.05L | 28000 USD |
Fee Structure 2026, Katihar Medical College
The following is an overview of the fees for 2026:
- Tuition Fees (General and Minority) approximately Rs. 11,05,000 per year
- Development Fees approximately Rs.1,50,000 per year
- NRI (Non-Resident Indian) Quota Fees are approximately $28,000 per year
- Hostel Fees (air-conditioned, twin sharing) approximately Rs.2,37,600 per year
- Student Amenities Fees approximately Rs. 50,000 per year
- Refundable Security Deposit, one-time deposit of Rs.1,00,000, must be paid at the time of admission
Admission Process 2026, Katihar Medical College
The admission process is managed centrally. The admission process has a fixed timeline set out by the college.
- NEET Qualification: Candidates must qualify in the NEET-UG 2026 exam scheduled for May 3, 2026.
- Counselling Registration: Candidates will need to register and enroll for UG Medical Admission Counselling, through the UGMAC website.
- Selection Process: During the web option entry process, candidates will need to choose KMC Katihar as their preferred college choice.
- Multiple rounds of Counselling: Admissions will be conducted through 3 rounds of Counselling, rounds 1 and 2, a mop-up round, and a stray vacancy round.
- Verification and Payment of Fee: candidates who have received an offer, must report to the specified centre to have their documents verified and to pay their application fee in order to confirm their place.
All steps must be completed during the specific time period specified by the University. Failure to report and/or pay within this time will result in immediate cancellation of your place.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for MBBS Admission at Katihar Medical College for 2026:
- Must have qualified in NEET UG (2026) by meeting the minimum required percentile respective to their category.
- Must have reached the age of 17 by December 31, 2026.
- Must have completed the (10+2) board examination with 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English (for general category). Candidates with the reserved category will be required to secure 40% in those subjects.
- A Candidate must fall under the Muslim Minority group to qualify for the reserved 50% of seats.
Candidates must be at least 17 years of age by December 31st of the year of enrollment. They must have completed their Higher Secondary education (10+2) in the Science stream, with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Biotechnology) as subjects. A minimum of 50% marks is required (40% for SC/ST and 45% for the OBC category).
Admission Procedure:
Students aspiring to pursue medical studies must appear for the National Eligibility and Entrance Examination (NEET) after completing Class 12. Admission to all government, central, private, and deemed colleges is based on NEET scores. Seats across all medical institutions, colleges, and universities are allocated through a counseling process, which is based on eligibility scores or ranks, college preferences, and seat availability. The counseling process comprises multiple rounds, such as Round 1, Round 2, the Mop-up Round, and the Stray Round. Each subsequent round depends on seat availability; if seats remain vacant after a round, the next round is conducted.
Documents Required
Candidates must bring the following original documents along with their photocopies.
Mandatory Documents
- NEET-UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard
- Provisional Allotment Letter
- SSC/Class 10th Marksheet and Certificate
- Intermediate (10+2) Marksheet and Certificate
- Transfer Certificate (TC), Migration Certificate
- Character Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- 10-12 Passport Size Colour Photographs
Category/Quota-Specific Documents (If Applicable)
- Candidate applying under Muslim Minority must submit a Minority Certificate (MC)
- For Candidates applying under the Bihar state reserved category, a Valid Caste/EWS Certificate must be submitted
- For NRI Quota candidates, sponsor's Passport, Visa, Relationship Affidavit and Embassy Certificate must be submitted
At the Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences and Research in Bathinda, 100% of the seats will be filled through the Punjab State NEET UG counseling 2025.
Bihar State Counselling
The table below provides information on cut-off marks and ranks for the allocation of 85% of MBBS seats at Katihar Medical College, Katihar, based on state reservation categories.