Karnataka MBBS 2026 Counselling (NRI Quota): Seats, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff & Key Points

If you are planning MBBS admission in 2026 through Karnataka NRI Quota, this blog will help you understand the most important things clearly—how many NRI seats are available, fees in government vs private colleges, who is eligible as NRI/sponsor, and what score range can work.

This blog is based on the transcript of the video linked below.

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To watch the complete detailed explanation and the complete college-wise breakdown, watch the video here:

Why Karnataka is a Strong Option for NRI MBBS 2026

Karnataka is one of the most preferred states for NRI admissions because:

• It has many old & reputed medical institutions

• NRI quota seats are available in both government and private colleges

• Sponsors are allowed (with conditions)

• Fee negotiation may be possible in many cases (as mentioned in the transcript)

• A qualifying NEET score can also open possibilities (subject to document verification)

Karnataka Government Medical Colleges: NRI Quota Seats & Fee

✅ NRI Quota Started in Govt Colleges (from 2025 onward)

Karnataka has NRI quota seats in government medical colleges from 2025.

✅ Total Govt Colleges with NRI Seats

• Only 8 government institutions have NRI quota seats

✅ Total NRI Seats in Govt Colleges

• 51 NRI seats (total in government institutions)

✅ Fee in Govt Colleges (NRI Quota)

• ₹25 lakh per year (approx.)

This makes Karnataka government NRI quota a comparatively strong option because many private colleges have higher fees.

✅ Expected Score Range (as per transcript)

Dr. Amrik Singh (CEO, MCMF) suggests:

• Minimum around 300–350 score for this pathway (approximate guidance)

(Real admission depends on counselling, seat availability, and successful document verification.)

Karnataka Private Medical Colleges: NRI Quota Seats & Fee

✅ Total Private Colleges with NRI Seats

• 35 private medical colleges in Karnataka have NRI quota seats

Many of these are older reputed institutions (1963, 1965 era colleges also included), so Karnataka offers wide choice.

✅ Total NRI Seats in Private Colleges

• 974 NRI quota seats in private medical colleges (total)

Who is Eligible Under Karnataka NRI Quota?

Karnataka allows:

1) NRI Students / NRI Parents

• If the student is NRI, or

• parents are NRI
  ✅ Eligible

2) NRI Sponsors (Allowed, but with strict rule)

• Sponsors are allowed

• Sponsor must be a first-degree blood relative
  (example: close blood relation category)

📌 This is a major advantage because not all states allow sponsor-based NRI admissions.

Karnataka NRI Quota Fees in Private Medical Colleges (Range)

Private college NRI quota fees vary college to college.

✅ Lowest Fee (Approx.)

• Around ₹27 lakh per year

✅ Highest Fee (Approx.)

• Around ₹45 lakh per year

So overall, Karnataka private NRI quota is usually in the band of ₹27–45 lakh per year.

NRI Quota Cutoff / Score Requirement (Important Clarification)

• If your NEET score is qualifying, and

• Your NRI documents are valid and successfully verified

✅ then admission is possible under NRI quota (subject to counselling and seat availability).

So the biggest deciding factor is often:

• Document correctness

• Category eligibility (NRI/sponsor rules)

• Seat availability

• College preference + counselling strategy

Is Fee Negotiation Possible in Karnataka NRI Quota?

Dr. Amrik clearly mentions:

✅ Yes, negotiation/concession is possible in some cases.

They claim they have helped students receive fee concession/negotiation benefits, depending on:

• the college

• the terms and seat situation

• how the discussion is handled

(Note: Always verify final fees in official counselling/allotment and written confirmation from college.)

The Biggest Risk in NRI Admissions: Document Rejection

⚠️ Documents play the biggest role

Many students face rejection due to documentation issues, even if they have marks and budget.

So for Karnataka NRI quota, you must ensure:

• correct NRI status proof

• correct sponsor relation proof (if using sponsor)

• complete and valid supporting documents

• correct format and authenticity

Final Takeaway: Karnataka NRI Quota 2026 at a Glance

Here’s a quick summary:

Government Colleges (NRI Quota)

• 8 colleges

• 51 seats

• ₹25 lakh/year fee (approx.)

• 300–350 score suggested (approx.)

Private Colleges (NRI Quota)

• 35 colleges

• 974 seats

• ₹27–45 lakh/year fee range (approx.)

• Qualifying score can work (subject to documents)

Eligibility

• NRI student / NRI parents ✅

• Sponsor allowed ✅ (first-degree blood relative only)

🏆 Why My Career My Future (MCMF) Is Trusted for NRI MBBS

• 12+ years of NRI MBBS counselling experience

• 100% successful track record

• No single NRI case rejected till date

• Students placed across:

  • Government medical colleges

  • Private medical colleges

  • Deemed universities

  • States from Jammu & Kashmir to Puducherry

With the right guidance, students can:

• Secure seats in Round 1

• Upgrade in later rounds

• Avoid documentation-based rejection

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