Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
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NEET PG 2026 · Karnataka · Dermatology
MD Dermatology in Karnataka 2026Colleges, Cutoff, Seats & Admission
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy is among the most sought-after NEET PG branches because of limited seats, strong outpatient practice and demand across medical and procedural dermatology. Compare government, private and deemed routes and use 2025 cutoff data only as a planning reference.
Government CollegesPrivate / ManagementDeemed Universities2025 Cutoff Reference
2026 note: final closing ranks will only be known after counselling rounds. Historical figures below are reference data, not guarantees.
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DERM
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy in Karnataka is available across government, private/trust and deemed-university institutions. Your realistic options depend on rank, category, counselling route and budget—not rank alone.
2025 Reference for 2026 Planning
Dermatology Cutoff Trends in Karnataka
Use historical data to build a range. Do not treat these numbers as predicted 2026 cutoffs.
Government · 2025 GM4,608
Reported highest closing rank across government colleges for this branch.
Private · 2025 GM Ref.1,23,264
Reported highest closing rank across listed private-college options; fee categories vary.
BMCRI · 2025 Round 1 Ref.29–29
Reported opening–closing rank reference for Bangalore Medical College.
Important: compare the same college, category, fee type and counselling round. Private closing ranks can extend much further because the seat categories and fees are different.
College Discovery
Major Karnataka Colleges for MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
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Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences
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Mysore Medical College and Research Institute
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Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences
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M S Ramaiah Medical College
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Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences
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Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
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JSS Medical College
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Admission Route
Compare Dermatology by Seat Type
Government Seats
Usually lower-fee and more competitive. Eligibility, category, AIQ/state split and round matter.
Private / Management
Can extend to wider rank ranges, but fees and KEA seat categories must be compared carefully.
Deemed Universities
Generally handled through MCC. Compare fees and institution preference separately from KEA options.
Branch Fit
Why Students Choose MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy is among the most sought-after NEET PG branches because of limited seats, strong outpatient practice and demand across medical and procedural dermatology.
- Clinical dermatologist
- Dermatologic procedures and surgery
- Venereology and leprosy practice
- Aesthetic dermatology after appropriate training
2026 Strategy
How to Shortlist Dermatology Colleges
Eligibility
Know the KEA and MCC seat categories open to you.
Seats
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Cutoff Range
Use 2025 data by college and category, not one statewide number.
Fees
Separate government, private, management, NRI and deemed affordability.
Choice Order
Arrange ambitious, realistic and safer options in genuine preference order.
Karnataka NEET PG
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FAQs
Dermatology Admission Questions
Who is eligible for MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy in Karnataka in 2026?
Candidates must satisfy NEET PG 2026 eligibility and qualification requirements, then meet the applicable KEA or MCC seat-category rules.
Which counselling authority handles MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy seats in Karnataka?
KEA handles applicable Karnataka state and private-college counselling categories, while MCC handles All India Quota and deemed-university PG counselling.
Can non-Karnataka candidates take MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy in Karnataka?
Yes, certain private, open, management or deemed routes may be available, subject to current KEA or MCC rules. State-restricted government eligibility must be checked separately.
Are 2025 cutoff ranks useful for 2026 planning?
Yes, but only as historical references. Closing ranks change by college, category, fee type and round.
Do management and NRI seats still require NEET PG qualification?
Yes. Higher-fee categories do not bypass NEET PG eligibility or centralised counselling requirements.
What was the 2025 government cutoff reference for Dermatology?
A 2025 Karnataka branch-wise reference reports the highest General Merit closing rank across government colleges at about 4,608. This is not a 2026 prediction.
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