KNRUHS Directs Medical Colleges to Split MBBS 2026 Fees into Five Instalments

In a significant move aimed at ensuring transparency and reducing the financial burden on medical aspirants, Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) has directed all affiliated medical colleges to revise their MBBS fee collection process for the 2026 academic session. As per the official notification issued on April 21, 2026, institutions must collect the total tuition fee for the 4.5-year MBBS course in five equal instalments, effective immediately.

This directive aligns with concerns raised earlier by the National Medical Commission (NMC), which highlighted that several colleges were charging students for the full duration of five or even five-and-a-half years, including the internship period. KNRUHS has clarified that the MBBS program consists strictly of 4.5 years of academic study followed by a one-year compulsory rotating internship (CRMI), and no tuition fees should be charged for the internship year.

According to the revised structure, colleges must calculate the total course fee based on the approved annual tuition fee multiplied by 4.5 years. This amount should then be divided into five equal parts, allowing students to pay fees in a more manageable and structured manner. The move is expected to ease the upfront financial pressure on students and their families while ensuring compliance with regulatory norms.

KNRUHS has issued strict instructions to all affiliated institutions to adhere to the new fee structure without deviation. The university has also warned that any violation of these guidelines will attract regulatory action under existing rules. Colleges are further required to display detailed fee structures on their notice boards to maintain transparency and keep students well-informed.

Importantly, the directive also safeguards students who may face academic delays. In cases where students are detained or required to repeat a year, colleges are not permitted to charge any additional tuition fees beyond the approved amount. Since the entire course fee would already be covered through instalments, any extra charges would be considered a violation.

The notification references key regulatory frameworks, including government guidelines and fee regulations set by state authorities, reinforcing the need for standardized fee practices across medical institutions.

Students admitted through KNRUHS counselling are advised to carefully verify their fee structure and ensure compliance with the five-instalment model. They should also seek written confirmation of the payment schedule before making any payments. In case of discrepancies, students can approach the college administration or escalate the issue to the university.

This reform marks an important step toward protecting student interests and promoting fairness in medical education financing. As the 2026 admission cycle progresses, prospective MBBS candidates are encouraged to stay informed and ensure that their chosen institutions comply with the updated guidelines.