Archive · 28 Jan 2026
KMC Manipal Gains Singapore Medical Council Recognition
Kasturba Medical College (KMC) in Manipal, India, has been recognized by the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) as one of the top medical schools in the world.
This means that starting from 2026, students who graduate from KMC can apply to work as doctors in Singapore.
The SMC checks schools to make sure they meet high standards.
KMC is now among 120 other famous medical schools from countries like Australia, Ireland, and the USA.
This is a big achievement for KMC and shows that it provides excellent medical education.
The recognition also opens up new opportunities for KMC graduates to work internationally.
KMC is part of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), which is known for its high-quality education and research.
MAHE has been given special status by the Indian government for its excellence.
Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, recognized by the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) as one of eight newly approved overseas medical schools.
Recognition effective from February 1, 2026, placing KMC among 120 globally reputed medical schools.
SMC reviews overseas medical qualifications to ensure training standards comparable to Singapore's medical schools.
Graduates from KMC Manipal eligible for SMC registration, subject to fulfilling regulatory and supervisory requirements.
MAHE, the parent institution of KMC, is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University with a strong international footprint.
- Who
- Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, a constituent of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
- What
- Recognized by the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) as one of the eight newly approved overseas medical schools
- When
- Recognition effective from February 1, 2026
- Where
- Manipal, Karnataka, India
- Why
- To ensure that training standards are comparable with those in Singapore, considering factors like academic quality, language of instruction, clinical exposure, and graduates’ performance in professional practice
- Institution
- Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal
- Recognition By
- Singapore Medical Council (SMC)
- Effective Date
- February 1, 2026
- Global Ranking
- Among 120 globally reputed medical schools
- Countries Represented
- Australia, Ireland, Malaysia, China, UK, USA, India
- University
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
- University Status
- Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University
- Graduate Eligibility
- Eligible for SMC registration, subject to requirements