S. Nijalingappa Medical College, Bagalkot

S. Nijalingappa Medical College, Bagalkot

S. Nijalingappa Medical College and HSK Hospital and Research Centre (SNMC Bagalkot) is a private medical college located in Bagalkot, Karnataka, India. 

Affiliation and recognition

• Affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) Bangalore.
• Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). 

Establishment

• Established in 2002.
• Founded under the leadership of Dr. Veeranna Charantimath, Chairman of BVVS Sangha. 

Campus and facilities

• Relocated in 2004 to an expansive 114-acre campus located between the new (Navanagar) and old city of Bagalkot.
• Has well-equipped hospitals with modern facilities for quality patient care.
• Accessibility features include a wheelchair accessible entrance and parking lot.
• The college campus is considered large and has good infrastructure.
• Hostels are available for both male and female students within the campus.
• Mess food is reportedly good. 

Academics and faculty

• Known for a good academic environment and experienced faculty.
• The college has shown good academic results.
• Some faculty members are particularly cooperative and make subjects like pharmacology interesting. 

Other information

• The hospital has been praised for providing low-cost treatment.
• The college conducts weekly PCTs (presumably professional competency tests) that are helpful for students.
• The postings are considered helpful for gaining medical knowledge and patient care skills, especially in emergencies.
• The college has early morning classes starting at 8:00 a.m.