Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences was established in the year 1982. It is the largest medical institution in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Approved by the Medical Council of India, the institute provides various UG, PG, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral, and Diploma courses across various domains of Nursing and Medical Sciences. Admission to its courses is based on the rank secured by the candidate in the entrance exams. The institute is also running a hospital known as SKIMS Hospital which strives to be the leader in providing quality services to the people.

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SKIMS Highlights

Established | Type 1982 | Private
Approved by MCI and UGC
Affiliated to Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
Campus Size 50 Acres
Courses offered UG, PG, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral, and Diploma
Admission criteria Entrance-based
Accepted test scores NEET, NEET-PG, NEET-SS , JKBOPEE
Facilities available Library, Medical, Hostel, etc.
Official website http://www.skims.ac.in/

SKIMS Courses

The institute offers a variety of UG, PG, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral, and Diploma courses. Details of the courses are listed below:

Courses Details
MBBS Duration: 4.5 years
Eligibility: 10+2 with science stream with minimum 45%
Selection criteria: NEET UG
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MD/MS Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: MBBS
Specializations: General Medicine, General Surgery, Anaesthesiology, Microbiology, Pathology, Radiotherapy, Radio-Diagnosis, Paediatrics, Community Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Hospital Administration, Orthopaedics, and Ophthalmology
Selection criteria: NEET PG
B.Sc. (Nursing) Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 45%
Selection Criteria: JKBOPEE
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B.Sc. (Technology) Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 45%
Specializations: Radiation Technology, Radiology & Imaging Technology, Anaesthesia, Critical Care & Operation Theatre Technology, Medical Lab Technology, Medical Technology, and Perfusionist Technology
Selection criteria: JKBOPEE
M.Sc. (Nursing) Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Graduation in a relevant field.
Selection Criteria: JKBOPEE
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M.Sc. (Technology) Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Graduation in a relevant field.
Specializations: Medical Lab Technology, Medical Technology, Neonatal Sciences Technology, Operation Theatre Technology, Cardiac Lab. Technology, Radiotherapy Technology, Radio-Diagnosis Technology, and Nuclear Medicine Technology
Selection Criteria: JKBOPEE
Ph.D. Duration: 3-6 years
Eligibility: Master’s degree or a professional degree in the same or allied subjects with at least 55% marks in aggregate. Specializations: Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Pharmacology, Immunology & Molecular Medicine, and Nuclear Medicine
Selection criteria: UGC-NET/ University Entrance Exam, followed by a Personal Interview
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DM/ M.CH Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: MD/MS/PG Diploma
Specializations Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Medical Oncology, Neurology, Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery, Neuro Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, and Urology
Selection criteria: NEET-SS

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SKIMS Admissions

Admission to its courses is based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance examinations. The Entrance examinations accepted by the college are:

  • NEET UG: For MBBS
  • NEET PG: For MD/MS
  • NEET-SS: For DM/M.Ch.
  • JKBOPEE: For B.Sc (Nursing/Technology) and M.Sc. (Nursing/Technology)
  • UGC-NET: For Ph.D.

Admission Procedure

  • The candidates aspiring for admission into a particular course have to appear in the above relevant entrance examinations.
  • The candidates clearing the entrance examination will have to sit for a personal interview.
  • Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of their performance in the personal interview.

How to apply?

  • Visit the official website of the institute
  • Click on the tab “Home” followed by “News and Notices” and “Announcements”
  • Download the application form from the link
  • Fill up all the details including your entrance score and submit it to the college office
  • Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Personal Interview.

Documents Required:

  • Entrance Scorecard (As per the course they are applying)
  • 10+2 Marks card
  • UG Marks card (For aspiring PG candidates)
  • Domicile certificate
  • Category/Caste certificate (For reserved candidates)
  • Birth Certificate

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Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences Facilities

  • Library: The institute has a well-equipped library which was commissioned in the year 1982. The library has many international journals and newspapers which keeps the students and the staff updated in their domain. Moreover, the library has numerous digitalized resources that are easily accessible to the students.
  • Medical: The institute has also a community health center that is not only accessible for the students but also for the local residents. In addition to this, immunization and health education programs are run there.
  • Hostel: The institute has an in-house accommodation facility for its students. There are separate hostels for boys and girls.

Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences Faculty

Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences has some highly esteemed faculty members across all its departments headed by the director Prof. AG Ahangar. Most of the faculties are having an experience of more than 10 years in the field of teaching. The college also invites some renowned personalities as visiting faculties.

The institute provides practical training to its students by giving them a chance to treat real patients coming to their in-house community health center, in this way students get exposure to treating real patients.

SKIMS FAQs

Ques. Does the SKIMS provide placement opportunities?

Ans. Medical colleges don’t provide direct placement opportunities. But the institute will definitely help you in getting an internship in some of the top private and government hospitals. Since, the college has its own community health center, getting an internship would not be that difficult.

Ques. How to get admission to M.Sc (Nursing) course at SKIMS?

Ans. Candidates have to submit registration cum counseling forms physically at BOPEE office Jammu/ Srinagar along with self-attested certificates.
  • After that, they have to clear the Common Entrance Test conducted by BOPEE.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The admission will be offered on the basis of the candidate’s performance in the interview.

Ques. How good are the communication facilities from the college?

Ans. The college is located on the SKIMS main road, Soura, Srinagar which is just 400 meters away from the SKIMS Bus stop, where you can get a direct bus or taxi to your desired location.

Ques. What is the SKIMS NEET-UG cut off for MBBS?

Ans. Usually, the cut off for MBBS is around 530. Hence, marks above 530 in the NEET examination are a safe score for getting admission in MBBS.

Ques. What is the fee structure of the MBBS course?

Ans. The fee structure for Government based seats (Merit-based) is INR 10,000 whereas the paid seats cost around INR 3,50,000.

Ques. How is the faculty of the college?

Ans. Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences has some highly esteemed faculty members across all its departments headed by the director Prof. AG Ahangar. Most of the faculties are having an experience of more than 10 years in the field of teaching. The college also invites some renowned personalities as visiting faculties.

The institute provides practical training to its students by giving them a chance to treat real patients coming to their in-house community health center, in this way students get exposure to treating real patients.