KMC and SMSMC are a Private and a Government respectively located in Mangalore, Karnataka and Jaipur, Rajasthan. In NIRF rankings, KMC holds the #16 position and SMSMC is ranked #27, a difference of 11 positions. Fees at KMC range from ₹5.0L to ₹78.0L per year, compared to ₹2.9K–₹49.1K at SMSMC. KMC offers 5 programs across multiple streams and SMSMC offers 5 programs. This page provides a detailed side-by-side comparison of fees, placements, cutoffs, rankings, infrastructure, and admission processes to help you make an informed decision.
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KMC edges out SMSMC by 2 points on our 8-dimension scoring model, with advantages in NIRF rank #16 vs #27. Kasturba Medical College (KMC) and SMS Medical College (SMSMC) are a private and a government institution in Medical, based in Mangalore, Karnataka and Jaipur, Rajasthan respectively. Here is a detailed breakdown of how they compare across the parameters that matter most to students.
On the NIRF ranking, India's most widely referenced institutional quality benchmark, KMC ranks #16 while SMSMC stands at #27. A 11-position gap is meaningful. KMC enjoys stronger brand recognition but SMSMC may still outperform in specific programmes.
Neither college has published placement statistics.
SMSMC is more affordable at ₹4.3K/yr vs ₹5.3L/yr, a difference of ~12101%.
KMC: 10 facilities, SMSMC: 6. Programmes: KMC offers 5, SMSMC offers 5.
Choose KMC if: ranking (NIRF #16), placement outcomes and brand recognition matter most. Choose SMSMC if: more affordable (₹4.3K/yr vs ₹5.3L/yr) are your priority.
KMC has a measurable edge, but the gap is tight. Your specific course, location, or budget could tip the balance.
This is a data-driven auto-analysis. A detailed editorial verdict is being prepared.
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KMC vs SMSMC — average package, highest package, and annual fees.
The gap between the Fees bar and Package bars shows your return on investment.
Lower rank = better
| Facility | KMC | SMSMC |
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Showing 4 differences. 6 facilities are shared.
