Affordable MBBS in India: Low-Fee Private Colleges in Kerala, Karnataka & Chhattisgarh (2025-26)

NEET UG 2025: Pursuing MBBS in India has always been a dream for lakhs of NEET aspirants. But with rising fees in private medical colleges, many aspirants from middle-class families are left searching for affordable MBBS options.

While government colleges offer the lowest fees, some private colleges across a few states like Kerala, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh also offer MBBS at comparatively lower prices, with tuition fees starting as low as ₹7.5 Lakhs per year.

In this article, we have provided details on affordable medical colleges in India with fees and seat intake capacity for the most affordable states of Kerala, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh.

Affordable MBBS in India: Low-Fee States Overview (2025-26)

State	Total Cost (₹)	Annual Fees (₹)
Kerala	40–45 Lakhs	8–9 Lakhs
Karnataka	50–60 Lakhs	11–12 Lakhs
Chhattisgarh	54–55 Lakhs	11–12 Lakhs

MBBS in Kerala: Affordable & Quality Education

Kerala offers the lowest MBBS tuition among private colleges. With 363 open seats for non-domiciled students, the state remains a favourable destination.

Private Medical Colleges in Kerala (Fee and Seat Intakes)

Below, we have mentioned the MBBS Private Medical Colleges in Kerala

Name of the College	Seats	General (85%)	NRI (15%)
Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, Amala Nagar, Thrissur	100	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
Jubilee Mission Medical College, Bisho Alappat Road, Thrissur	100	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
Malankara OS Church Medical College, Kolenchery, Ernakulam	100	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Science & Research Centre, Thiruvalla	100	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna, Malappuram	150	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
Malabar Medical College, Modakkallur P O, Atholi Via, Kozhikode	200	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
SUT Academy of Medical Sciences, Vattappara, Thiruvananthapuram	100	₹7,76,504/-	₹21,65,720/-
Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Chalakka, Ernakulam	150	₹8,49,961/-	₹21,65,720/-
Sree Gokulam Medical College, Venjaramoodu, Thiruvananthapuram	150	₹7,71,595/-	₹21,65,720/-
Mount Zion Medical College, Chayalode, Adoor, Pathanamthitta	100	₹8,09,939/-	₹21,65,720/-
KMCT Medical College, Mukkom, Kozhikode	150	₹8,07,324/-	₹21,65,720/-
Travancore Medical College, Mylapore, Umayanalloor P O, Kollam	150	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
DM Wayanad Institute of Medical Sc, Kalpetta, Meppadi, Wayanad	150	₹8,86,779/-	₹21,65,720/-
Azeezia Institute of Medical Science, Meyyannoor P O, Kollam	100	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
Dr Somervell CSI Medical College, Karakonam, Thiruvananthapuram	150	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-
Karuna Medical College, Vilayodi, Chittur, Palakkad	100	₹7,87,780/-	₹21,65,720/-
Al Azhar Medical College, Ezhalloor, Thodupuzha, Idukki	150	₹8,16,038/-	₹21,65,720/-

Note: Admission forms are usually released before NEET results. Fill early.

Read Also: Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025: Dates (Soon), Registration, Document, Fees, Result etc.

MBBS in Karnataka: High Seat Availability and Affordable Fees

Karnataka is the second-most popular state due to its many deemed colleges and high seat matrix (765 open seats). With most colleges in Bangalore, accessibility and infrastructure are strong.

Private Medical Colleges in Karnataka

College Name	Seat Intakes	Private Fees (₹)	NRI Fees (₹)
Dr B.R. Ambedkar Medical College, Bangalore	150	1200867	3512700
Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore	150	1200867	4212700
M.V.J.Medical College and Research Hospital, Channasandr	150	1200867	4012700
Vydehi Institute of Medical Science and Research Centre, Bangalore	250	1200867	4512700
A.J.Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalore	150	1200867	4012700
St John Medical College, Bangalore	150	811285	–
Sri Basaveshwara Medical College and Hospital, Chitradurga	150	1200867	3012700
Al-Ameen Medical College, VIJAYAPUR	150	1200867	3012700
S. Nijalingappa Medical College and Research Centre, Bagal	150	1200867	3512700
Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College, Kalaburgi	150	1200867	3512700
Navodaya Medical College, Raichur	150	1200867	2612700
Father Muller Institute of Med. Education & Research, Mangalore	150	1200867	3512700

Note: No bank guarantee or security deposit required.

MBBS in Chhattisgarh: Low Competition, Low Fee

Chhattisgarh is emerging as a low-cost MBBS destination with only 96 open seats. However, it requires a bank guarantee + security deposit during admission.

Private Medical Colleges in Chhattisgarh

College Name	Fee (₹)
Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Medical Sciences	7,99,187/-
Shri Rawatpura Sarkar Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Raipur	7,45,187/-
Raipur Institute of Medical Sciences	8,10,000/-
Shri Balaji Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur	7,65,000/-

Deemed Medical Colleges at Reasonable Rates (2025-26)

College Name	State	Fee (₹)
Symbiosis Medical College for Women	Maharashtra	10,00,000
Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences	Delhi	14,00,000
KLE Jagadguru Gangadhar Mahaswamigalu Moorusavirmath Medical College	Karnataka	14,40,000

What Should Students Do?

For NEET 2025 aspirants seeking affordable MBBS, the best state options remain:

• Kerala: Lowest private college fees (~₹7 lakh/year)
• Karnataka: High seat availability, good infrastructure
• Chhattisgarh: Fewer takers, but still recognised colleges

Other options include Tripura and KPC Medical College in West Bengal, which offer low fees.

If you’re unsure which state or college fits your budget and score best, we recommend student profile-based MBBS counselling. Get in touch with an expert on 9999703444 for end-to-end guidance and seat prediction.