SMIMS admission 2025 to over 10 courses is conducted via national-level tests like NEET UG and NEET PG, and merit-based selection, depending on the program. Online application forms for NEET UG and NEET PG for courses like MBBS and MD/MS are usually released in June/July. The entrance exams are generally held in May, and results are announced in June/July.
For courses admitted through NEET, registrations begin after the result declaration of the entrance examination. Final selection for all programs based on NEET UG and NEET PG is completed through SMIMS counselling, conducted by Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) and the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
SMIMS’s top courses such as MBBS costs INR 17.2 LPA, B.Sc costs INR 1.3 LPA, MD costs INR 10-25 LPA, MSc costs INR 1.5 LPA, and BPT costs INR 1.2 LPA for the entire course duration. Complete details about how to get admission in Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences (SMIMS) for all courses are explained below.
SMIMS Admission Eligibility Criteria
Admission to SMIMS requires candidates to meet academic and exam-based criteria for UG, PG, and diploma courses. Relaxations apply as per regulations.
- UG Programs: 10+2 with 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology for MBBS and BPT; 45% for B.Sc.
- PG Programs: MBBS degree for MD; B.Sc in a relevant field with 55% for MSc.
- Diploma Programs: 10+2 with 50% in Science for Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.
- Entrance Requirement: NEET UG for MBBS; NEET PG for MD/MS; merit-based for B.Sc, MSc, BPT, and Diploma.
- Reservation/Relaxation: 40% marks for SC/ST/OBC in UG programs; 45% for General-PwD in NEET UG.
SMIMS Admission Process 2025
The admission process for SMIMS varies based on the course and the mode of admission. The college follows both merit-based and entrance-based procedures, along with centralized counselling for specific programs. Below is a detailed breakdown for both UG and PG courses.
UG Admission Process
Undergraduate admissions at SMIMS are offered through:
- Merit-Based: Based on Class 12 marks for courses like B.Sc, BPT, and Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.
- Entrance-Based: Candidates must appear for NEET UG for admission into MBBS.
- Central Counselling: For MBBS, admission is done via SMIMS counselling and MCC NEET UG Counselling conducted by Sikkim Manipal University and Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
PG Admission Process
Postgraduate admissions typically require:
- Merit-Based: Based on graduation marks for courses such as MSc in Medical Biotechnology.
- Entrance Exams: Candidates applying for MD/MS must qualify NEET PG.
- University-Level Counselling: Conducted via SMIMS counselling by Sikkim Manipal University, applicable to MD/MS.
SMIMS Admission Through Entrance Exams
Admission to specific programs requires qualifying NEET UG or NEET PG with minimum scores/ranks.
| Program | Entrance Exam | Minimum Score/Percentile | Conducting Body |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | NEET UG | 550-600 (Expected 2025) | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| MD | NEET PG | 18,000-45,000 (Expected 2025 Rank) | National Board of Examinations (NBEMS) |
SMIMS Admission Through Merit List
Merit-based admission is determined by marks in the qualifying exam. Cut-off lists are released in multiple rounds.
- Merit prepared on: Class 12 marks for B.Sc, BPT, and Diploma; B.Sc marks for MSc.
- Cut-off lists in: Multiple rounds as per SMIMS admission procedure.
- Minimum aggregate: 45% for B.Sc, 50% for BPT and Diploma, 55% for MSc.
- Verification at: SMIMS campus or online portal.
SMIMS Admission Through Management/Quota
Some seats are reserved under Management, North-East, Defence, and Sikkim State Quota. Admission is subject to eligibility and higher fee structure.
- Applicable for: MBBS, MD/MS.
- Eligibility: NEET UG/NEET PG qualification; no domicile restriction for Management quota.
- Fee Structure: INR 35.2 LPA for Management quota MBBS; INR 18.7 LPA for General/North-East/Defence quota.
- Confirmation upon: Payment of fees and document verification.
SMIMS Course Admission 2025
Apart from the general process, admission to some popular programs at SMIMS has specific requirements related to entrance, merit, or cut-off scores.
MBBS Admission 2025
Admission to MBBS at SMIMS is based on NEET UG. Candidates need a minimum of 550-600 score (expected 2025).
- Duration: 4.5 years
- Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology; NEET UG qualification.
- Selection Process: NEET UG score followed by SMIMS/MCC counselling.
- Cut-off/Rank: 550-600 (expected 2025).
B.Sc Admission 2025
For B.Sc, admission is carried out through merit-based selection. Selection depends on performance in Class 12 marks.
- Duration: 3-4 years
- Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology.
- Selection Process: Merit-based selection based on Class 12 marks.
- Cut-off/Rank: 45% aggregate (expected 2025).
MD Admission 2025
MD admission involves NEET PG with an expected rank of 18,000-45,000. Counseling rounds are conducted before final confirmation.
- Duration: 3 years
- Eligibility: MBBS degree; NEET PG qualification.
- Selection Process: NEET PG score followed by SMIMS counselling.
- Cut-off/Rank: 18,000-45,000 (expected 2025 rank).
SMIMS Admission Dates 2025
The admission schedule includes application, exams, counseling, and reporting deadlines.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Form Release | June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 31, 2025 |
| NEET UG Exam | May 2025 |
| Counseling Round 1 | August 10-11, 2025 |
| Counseling Round 2 | August 21-26, 2025 |
| Final Admission & Reporting | August 24, 2025 |
How to Apply for SMIMS Admission 2025
Applications can be submitted online with accurate details, documents, and fee payment.
- Visit smims.smu.edu.in.
- Register with email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the MBBS/B.Sc/MD application form.
- Upload required documents (NEET scorecard, marksheets, etc.).
- Pay application fee of INR 1000 (MBBS/MD) or INR 600 (others) via online payment or demand draft.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Documents Required for SMIMS Admission 2025
- 10th & 12th mark sheets
- Degree certificate (for PG)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Transfer/Migration certificate
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Passport-size photographs
- NEET UG/PG scorecard (for MBBS/MD)
- Domicile certificate (for Sikkim/North-East quota)
