Private MBBS Colleges in Kerala 2026
Quick Facts: Private MBBS Colleges in Kerala 2026
- Total Private MBBS Colleges: 22
- Total Private MBBS Seats: 3,550
- College Types: Private Non-Minority & Private Minority Medical Colleges
- Admission Authority: CEE Kerala (KEAM State Counselling)
- NEET UG Requirement: Mandatory for all candidates
As per the latest guidelines issued by the National Medical Commission (NMC), Kerala has twenty-two (22) private medical colleges offering the MBBS course for the academic year 2026. These include both private non-minority and private minority medical colleges. Together, they offer a total of 3,550 MBBS seats approved by the competent authorities.
All private MBBS seats in Kerala are allotted exclusively through KEAM state-level counselling conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. There is no separate All India Quota (AIQ) for private medical colleges in the state. Admissions are strictly based on NEET UG rank, and direct or offline admissions are not permitted under any circumstances.
Seat distribution in Kerala private medical colleges includes State Merit seats, Management quota seats, and NRI quota seats, as per Kerala government norms. While state merit seats primarily favour Kerala domicile candidates, management and NRI seats are open to both Kerala and non-Kerala students, subject to counselling rules and seat availability.
List of Private Medical Colleges in Kerala 2026
| S.No. | State | Medical College | University | Management | Estd. | MBBS Seats |
| 1 | Kerala | Al-Azhar Medical College and Super Speciality Hospital, Thodupuzha | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2014 | 250 |
| 2 | Kerala | Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, Thrissur | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2002 | 100 |
| 3 | Kerala | Azeezia Institute of Medical Sciences, Meeyannoor, Kollam | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2008 | 100 |
| 4 | Kerala | Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2016 | 100 |
| 5 | Kerala | Dr. Moopen’s Medical College, Wayanad | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2013 | 150 |
| 6 | Kerala | Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Hospital & Medical College, Karakonam | Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram | Trust | 2001 | 150 |
| 7 | Kerala | Jubilee Mission Medical College & Research Institute, Thrissur | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2002 | 150 |
| 8 | Kerala | Kannur Medical College, Kannur | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2006 | 150 |
| 9 | Kerala | Karuna Medical College, Palakkad | Calicut University | Trust | 2006 | 150 |
| 10 | Kerala | Kerala Medical College, Mangode | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Society | 2025 | 150 |
| 11 | Kerala | KMCT Medical College, Kozhikode | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2008 | 250 |
| 12 | Kerala | Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2010 | 250 |
| 13 | Kerala | Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Kolenchery | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2001 | 100 |
| 14 | Kerala | M.E.S Medical College, Perinthalmanna | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2002 | 150 |
| 15 | Kerala | Mount Zion Medical College, Pathanamthitta | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Society | 2014 | 150 |
| 16 | Kerala | Palakkad Institute of Medical Sciences, Palakkad | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2024 | 100 |
| 17 | Kerala | P K Das Institute of Medical Sciences, Palakkad | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2014 | 250 |
| 18 | Kerala | Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Tiruvalla | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2002 | 100 |
| 19 | Kerala | Sree Gokulam Medical College Trust & Research Foundation, Trivandrum | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2005 | 150 |
| 20 | Kerala | Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Chalakka | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2009 | 150 |
| 21 | Kerala | Sree Uthradom Thirunal Academy of Medical Sciences, Trivandrum | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2006 | 250 |
| 22 | Kerala | Travancore Medical College, Kollam | Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala | Trust | 2009 | 200 |
| Total MBBS Seats: 3550 | ||||||
Top Private Medical Colleges in Kerala
| S.No. | State | Medical College | University | Management | Estd | MBBS Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kerala | KMCT Medical College, Kozhikode | Kerala University of Health Sciences | Trust | 2008 | 250 |
| 2 | Kerala | Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode | Kerala University of Health Sciences | Trust | 2010 | 250 |
| 3 | Kerala | Sree Gokulam Medical College Trust & Research Foundation, Trivandrum | Kerala University of Health Sciences | Trust | 2005 | 150 |
| 4 | Kerala | Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Tiruvalla | Kerala University of Health Sciences | Trust | 2002 | 100 |
College MBBS seats data is based on official counselling notifications issued by NMC, NTA, and CEE Kerala (Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations). Seat numbers may change as per government or regulatory authority updates.
Students can also check the complete Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2026 , MBBS Seat Matrix in Kerala , Private MBBS Colleges in Kerala , MBBS Fee Structure in Kerala , and Kerala NEET MBBS Cutoff for detailed admission guidance.
