There are 3 Pg medical colleges in Karnataka offering MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion (also known as MD Transfusion Medicine). These include Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), ESIC Medical College Bengaluru, and Kasturba Medical College Manipal. Admission occurs through KEA State Quota and MCC All-India/Deemed Quota under NEET PG counselling.
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List of MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion Colleges in Karnataka
| College | No. of Seats | Admission Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore | 2 | KEA (State Quota) |
| ESI Medical College, Bangalore | 1 | KEA (State Quota) |
| Kasturba Medical College, Manipal | 3 | MCC (Deemed University) |
There are 3 colleges in Karnataka offering MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion. Karnataka collectively provides 6 seats in this speciality — 3 through KEA and 3 through MCC. The limited number of seats keeps competition high every year.
The 2 BMCRI seats usually close within the top 30,000 ranks in All-India merit. The 1 ESIC seat, allotted under the 2AG category, generally opens during Round 2 or the Mop-up round.
Kasturba Medical College Manipal offers 3 management-quota seats, the highest among Deemed universities for this branch. Deemed allotments often extend to later rounds due to higher fees, though KMC Manipal maintains a strong academic reputation and advanced transfusion-medicine infrastructure.
MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion Fees in Karnataka
| College | Annual Fees (₹) | Quota |
|---|---|---|
| Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore | 1,24,150 | KEA Government |
| ESI Medical College, Bangalore | 1,24,150 | KEA Government |
| Kasturba Medical College, Manipal | 25,50,000 (approx.) | MCC (Deemed/Management) |
The fee structure shows a major difference between state-funded and Deemed University institutions. Government medical colleges in Karnataka charge around ₹1.24 lakh per year, making them some of the most affordable postgraduate programs in India.
KMC Manipal charges about ₹25.5 lakh per year, reflecting private university infrastructure and research costs. This fee difference of almost 20 times leads most Karnataka domiciles to choose KEA seats first. Candidates from other states often select KMC Manipal for its national reputation, NABL-accredited blood banks, and dedicated transfusion medicine departments. More comparative data appears under PG Deemed Medical Colleges.
Also See: Stipend for PG Medical Students
MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion Cutoff in Karnataka (KEA)
| Round | College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank | Quota |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute | 26,909 | 26,909 | 2AG |
| Round 2 | ESI Medical College, Bangalore | 1,02,936 | 1,02,936 | 2AG |
| Mop-Up | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute | 49,796 | 49,796 | 2AG |
| Stray | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute | 78,728 | 78,728 | 2AG |
KEA data shows consistent early demand for BMCRI. The Round 1 BMCRI seat closed at 26,909, confirming its preference among top scorers. ESIC filled its seat in Round 2 at 1,02,936, indicating delayed but steady movement for state quota seats.
In the Mop-up round, BMCRI closed at 49,796, and in the Stray round, the closing rank extended to 78,728. These rank movements show that transfusion medicine seats remain active through late rounds as candidates from allied disciplines shift to this branch.
MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion Cutoff in Karnataka (MCC)
| Round | College | Quota | Allotted Rank | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute | All India | 18,942 | OBC |
| Round 1 | Kasturba Medical College, Manipal | Management | 64,625 | General |
| Round 2 | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute | All India | 33,593 | OBC |
| Round 2 | Kasturba Medical College, Manipal | Management | 99,925 | General |
| Round 3 | ESIC Medical College, Bangalore | All India | 35,801 | General |
| Stray | ESIC Medical College, Bangalore | All India | 45,690 | General |
MCC cut-off data shows that government colleges close earlier under All-India quota, while Deemed seats remain open for longer durations. BMCRI closed at 18,942 in Round 1 and 33,593 in Round 2 for OBC candidates. KMC Manipal recorded allotments between 64,625 and 99,925 in management quota, with some seats extending beyond 1,00,000 ranks in later rounds.
ESIC Bengaluru filled its seat at 35,801 in Round 3 and finally closed at 45,690 in the Stray round. These ranks confirm that government colleges attract early allotments due to low fees, while Deemed universities conclude later because of cost variation. BMCRI continues to remain the most preferred option in Karnataka for MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion.
Wrap up
Karnataka has 6 MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion seats distributed among 3 medical colleges — 2 at Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, 1 at ESIC Medical College Bengaluru, and 3 at Kasturba Medical College Manipal.
KEA data confirms that BMCRI closes below 30,000 ranks, while ESIC closes between 35,000 and 1,00,000 ranks depending on category and round. MCC data shows that Deemed seats at KMC Manipal extend up to 1,00,000 ranks, driven by high fees.
The government quota fee under KEA remains at ₹1.24 lakh per year, while Deemed seats under MCC cost ₹25.5 lakh per year. This 20× cost difference directly shapes seat demand and counselling trends.
Most KEA seats fill in early rounds because of low tuition fees, while Deemed seats under MCC remain available until later rounds due to fee sensitivity.
BMCRI continues to be the top destination for MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion in Karnataka, offering strong clinical exposure, RGUHS affiliation, and high closing merit ranks.
This data shows that Karnataka’s postgraduate ecosystem for transfusion medicine is high in demand, low in seat volume, and clearly segregated by cost and merit tier. Candidates targeting this branch must prepare to secure ranks below 40,000 for government seats and below 1,00,000 for Deemed options.
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| M.D. Physical and Rehabilitation |
| M.D. Physiology |
| M.D. Psychiatry |
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| M.D. Radio Therapy |
| M.D. Respiratory Medicine |
| M.D. Transfusion Medicine |
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| MD. Palliative Medicine |
| M.S.Opthalamology |
| M.S. ENT |
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FAQs
1. How many MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion seats are available in Karnataka?
Karnataka has 6 seats in total — 2 in BMCRI, 1 in ESIC Bengaluru, and 3 in Kasturba Medical College Manipal.
2. What is the fee structure for MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion in Karnataka?
KEA government colleges charge ₹1,24,150 per year, while KMC Manipal under MCC charges around ₹25,50,000 per year for management quota.
3. What was the closing rank for BMCRI under KEA?
The BMCRI seat closed at 26,909 in Round 1 and extended up to 78,728 in the Stray round.
4. What was the MCC cutoff for Kasturba Medical College Manipal?
KMC Manipal closed between 64,625 and 99,925 ranks across the first two rounds and beyond 1,00,000 ranks in later rounds.
5. Which counselling authority handles admissions for these seats?
KEA manages state quota seats for BMCRI and ESIC, while MCC manages All-India and Deemed University counselling for BMCRI, ESIC, and KMC Manipal.
6. Which is the best college for MD Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion in Karnataka?
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute is the best option due to its government status, low fees, and consistent merit-based closure under 30,000 ranks.
