SHRI VITHALRAO JOSHI CHARITIES TRUST's, B.K.L. WALAWALKAR RURAL MEDICAL COLLEGE, CHIPLUN

Established by the Shri Vithalrao Joshi Charities Trust, the B.K.L. Walawalkar Rural Medical College (BKLWRMC) in Chiplun, Ratnagiri, stands as a beacon of medical excellence in the Konkan region. For the academic year 2026, the college continues its mission of providing high-quality medical education integrated with selfless rural service.

• Affiliation: Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik.
• Approval: National Medical Commission (NMC), New Delhi.
• Location: Sawarde, Chiplun (Ratnagiri District), strategically located on the Mumbai-Goa Highway.
• Campus: A sprawling eco-friendly campus with state-of-the-art medical and sports infrastructure.
• Hospital: Attached to a 500+ bed multi-specialty tertiary care hospital catering to the rural population of Konkan.
• Unique Feature: Strong emphasis on sports medicine and physical education via the Shiv-Samarth Sahitya Sanskriti ani Krida Sankul.

The college is renowned for its clinical-heavy curriculum and rural healthcare exposure. The most sought-after programs for 2026 include:

• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery): The flagship undergraduate program with an annual intake of 150 students, focusing on community health and modern medicine.
• MD (Doctor of Medicine): Specializations in General Medicine, Paediatrics, Anaesthesiology, Radiology, and Pathology.
• MS (Master of Surgery): Specializations in General Surgery, Orthopaedics, and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
• B.Sc. Nursing & Paramedical Courses: Aimed at creating a comprehensive healthcare workforce for the Konkan region.

Admissions for the 2026 session are strictly merit-based, conducted through centralized counseling. The following is the expected timeline:

• Entrance Exam: NEET-UG 2026 (for MBBS) and NEET-PG 2026 (for MD/MS) are the mandatory qualifying exams.
• Counseling Authority: State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET CELL), Maharashtra.
• Application Start: NEET UG results expected in June 2026, followed by registration on the MahaCET portal.
• Document Verification: Usually occurs in July 2026 at designated centers.
• Seat Allotment: Rounds 1, 2, and Mop-up rounds are typically completed by August-September 2026.
• Academic Session Commencement: Expected to begin in September 2026.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The 2026 cutoffs will depend on the difficulty level of NEET 2026 and the number of applicants. Based on historical trends, the expected closing ranks for the General category (State Quota) are:

Note: Cutoffs for Institutional/NRI quota are generally lower than the State Merit quota.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

Medical placements primarily involve internships and residencies. For the 2025 batch:

• Internships: All MBBS graduates complete a mandatory one-year rotating internship at the B.K.L. Walawalkar Hospital with a competitive stipend as per MUHS norms.
• Post-Graduation Success: A significant percentage of graduates secure PG seats in prestigious government and private medical colleges across India.
• Employment: Many alumni are recruited by private corporate hospitals in Mumbai, Pune, and Kolhapur.
• Rural Service: Students are well-prepared for the Maharashtra State Rural Bond service, with many choosing to stay in the Konkan region to address the local doctor shortage.

The college facilitates several financial aid options for deserving students in 2026:

• Government Scholarships: Support via the MahaDBT portal for SC, ST, VJNT, and OBC categories.
• EBC Concession: Economically Backward Class students are eligible for a 50% tuition fee waiver as per Maharashtra government rules.
• SVJC Trust Aid: The trust offers merit-cum-means scholarships to students from financially weak backgrounds, particularly those from the Ratnagiri district.
• Minority Scholarships: Available for students belonging to notified minority communities.

The most popular courses at BKLWRMC are designed to meet both undergraduate aspirations and postgraduate specializations:

• MBBS: The primary choice for NEET-UG aspirants.
• MS Orthopaedics: Highly popular due to the advanced sports medicine center on campus.
• MD Radiology: Known for its modern diagnostic equipment and high volume of cases.
• MD Paediatrics: Benefits from the extensive neonatal and pediatric wing of the rural hospital.

The fee structure is regulated by the Fees Regulating Authority (FRA), Maharashtra. Estimated fees for 2026 are:

Note: Hostel and mess charges are additional. Fees for reserved categories and EBC are significantly lower.

The application process for 2026 is entirely online via the Maharashtra State CET Cell:

1. Register: Create a profile on the MahaCET website after NEET results.
2. Preference Filling: Select B.K.L. Walawalkar Rural Medical College (Code: 01145 or as per 2026 brochure) as your preferred choice.
3. Document Upload: Scan and upload NEET scorecard, 12th marksheet, Domicile, and Category certificates.
4. Physical Verification: Attend the document verification round if required by the CET Cell.
5. Reporting: Once a seat is allotted, visit the Chiplun campus for final fee payment and document submission.

The infrastructure at BKLWRMC is considered one of its greatest strengths:

• Hospital: A massive tertiary care center with advanced ICUs, OTs, and a dedicated Oncology wing.
• Sports Complex: The Shiv-Samarth sports complex includes an Olympic-size swimming pool, indoor tracks, and gymnasiums.
• Library: A central library with thousands of medical journals, textbooks, and an e-library section.
• Auditorium: A modern facility for medical conferences and cultural events.
• Hostels: Separate, secure buildings for boys and girls with 24/7 security and mess facilities.

The college hosts a wide array of departments across three phases of medical education:

• Pre-Clinical: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry.
• Para-Clinical: Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine.
• Clinical: General Medicine, General Surgery, OBGY, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Psychiatry, Dermatology, and Radiology.
• Specialized Units: Nephrology (Dialysis), Cardiology, and Sports Medicine.