Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences (RGUHS) Bangalore

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Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences (RGUHS) Bangalore

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) Bangalore is a premier health sciences university in India, established in 1996 in Bangalore, Karnataka. All medical and health sciences colleges across Karnataka are affiliated with RGUHS. The university is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and the University Grants Commission (UGC), and is also a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). As per Collegedunia Rankings 2025, RGUHS is ranked 104th in the ‘Medical’ category.

The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, MD, MS, MDS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, B.Pharma, and M.Sc Nursing. Its MBBS program is the flagship course, with first-year fees for 2025 ranging from INR 65,100 to INR 1.58 lakhs. To be eligible, candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB), securing at least 50% marks from a recognized board. Admission is strictly based on NEET-UG scores, followed by centralized counseling.

Some of the top medical colleges affiliated with RGUHS include St. John’s Medical College, Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), and JSS Medical College.

RGUHS also offers a vibrant campus life, enriched with sports facilities, cultural events, clubs, and societies. Its alumni network includes some of the most distinguished professionals in the medical field. Notable names include Hans Rosling (Swedish physician and public speaker), Narappa Someswara (Indian quiz master), and Kavery Nambisan (Indian surgeon and novelist).