NRI Institute of Medical Sciences (NRIIMS), located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, is a private medical college established in 2012 and affiliated with Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences. The campus spans approximately 20–40 acres in Sangivalasa, Bheemunipatnam, and features a teaching hospital (Anil Neerukonda Hospital) with 1058 beds and over 20 specialties. The institute is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and offers MBBS (150 seats) and a range of postgraduate programs (approx 66 seats across 16 departments). The student strength typically exceeds 800 across all years, with modern infrastructure, hostel facilities, and active research and clinical exposure.
NRI Institute of Medical Sciences Admission Deadlines
Admissions at NRIIMS Visakhapatnam for the 2025–26 cycle are primarily conducted through the NEET UG and NEET PG exams, with applications typically accepted from April to June 2025. The counseling and seat allotment process for MBBS and MD/MS programs is managed by the state and national authorities, with registration windows often opening in May and closing by June. The institute admits 150 MBBS and ~66 PG students annually, with cutoffs for MBBS generally ranging from NEET UG 420–560 marks (2024 cycle). Late applications are rarely entertained, and NRI/Management quota seats have separate deadlines.
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Program |
Application Window (2025) |
Entrance Exam |
Counseling Dates |
Result Announcement |
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MBBS |
April–June 2025 |
NEET UG |
May–June 2025 |
June–July 2025 |
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MD/MS |
April–June 2025 |
NEET PG |
June–July 2025 |
July 2025 |
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PhD |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NRI Institute of Medical Sciences UG Admission
The undergraduate medical program at NRIIMS Visakhapatnam is the MBBS, with an annual intake of 150 seats (2025). Admission is strictly based on NEET UG scores, with counseling managed by state authorities. The MBBS course spans 4.5 years of academics plus a 1-year internship. For the 2024 cycle, typical NEET UG cutoffs for open category ranged from 420–560 marks, while NRI/Management quota seats have separate eligibility and fee structures. The total MBBS fee for 2025 is estimated at INR 19,000–22,000 (Govt. quota) and up to INR 12–16 Lakh/year (NRI/Management quota). Applicants must have completed 10+2 with at least 50% in PCB.
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Course |
Duration |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Indicative Cutoff (2024) |
Total Fee (Govt. Quota) |
Total Fee (NRI/Management) |
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MBBS |
4.5 yrs + 1 yr internship |
150 |
10+2, 50% PCB |
NEET UG |
420–560 marks |
INR 19,000–22,000 |
INR 12–16 Lakh/year |
NRI Institute of Medical Sciences PG Admission
NRIIMS Visakhapatnam offers postgraduate (MD/MS) programs in 16 departments, with a total annual intake of ~66 seats (2025). Admission to PG courses is based on NEET PG scores, with counseling conducted by state and national authorities. The MD/MS programs typically span 3 years. NEET PG cutoffs for popular specialties in 2024 ranged from 350–480 marks, with fees varying by specialty and quota. The total annual fee for PG courses is estimated at INR 8–12 Lakh/year for Management quota and INR 2–4 Lakh/year for Govt. quota. Candidates must hold an MBBS degree recognized by NMC and complete their internship before admission.
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Course |
Specialties |
Seats |
Duration |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Indicative Cutoff (2024) |
Total Fee (Govt. Quota) |
Total Fee (Management) |
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MD/MS |
16 |
~66 |
3 years |
MBBS + Internship |
NEET PG |
350–480 marks |
INR 2–4 Lakh/year |
INR 8–12 Lakh/year |
NRI Institute of Medical Sciences Application Process
Applications for MBBS and MD/MS programs at NRIIMS Visakhapatnam are submitted online via the respective state or national counseling portals after qualifying NEET UG or NEET PG. The typical application fee is INR 1,000–1,500. Required documents include NEET scorecard, academic certificates, ID proof, and category/NRI certificates if applicable. Seat allotment is based on merit and quota, with separate rounds for NRI/Management seats. Applicants are advised to monitor official notifications for deadlines and counseling schedules.
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Register for NEET UG/PG and appear for the exam.
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Apply through state/national counseling portal (usually May–June).
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Upload required documents (NEET scorecard, certificates, ID, etc.).
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Pay application fee (INR 1,000–1,500).
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Participate in counseling and seat allotment.
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Step |
Details |
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Exam Registration |
NEET UG/PG (Jan–Mar 2025) |
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Counseling Registration |
State/National portal (April–June 2025) |
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Document Upload |
Academic, NEET, ID, Category/NRI certificates |
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Application Fee |
INR 1,000–1,500 |
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Seat Allotment |
Based on merit and quota |
