About College
Sri Siddhartha Medical College (SSMC), Tumakuru (Deemed)
Sri Siddhartha Medical College (SSMC) is one of Karnataka's well-established private deemed medical colleges. It was established in 1988 under the Sri Siddhartha Education Society and became a constituent college of Sri Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education (SSAHE), a Deemed-to-be University, in 2008. The college is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and has built a strong reputation for medical education, research, and healthcare services.
Key Highlights
Established: 1988
College Type: Private Deemed Medical College
University: Sri Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education (SSAHE)
Location: Agalakote, Tumakuru, Karnataka
Recognition: National Medical Commission (NMC)
Campus: Approximately 250 acres
MBBS Intake: 150 seats
Courses Offered: MBBS, MD, MS, DM, M.Ch., Ph.D., Fellowship, and Allied Health Sciences programmes.
Academic Facilities
Smart classrooms with modern audiovisual teaching aids
Advanced anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, and simulation laboratories
Central library with extensive print and digital resources
Research laboratories and innovation facilities
Separate hostels for boys and girls
Sports complex, auditorium, cafeteria, and recreational amenities.
Hospital & Clinical Training
Clinical training is provided at the attached Sri Siddhartha Medical College Hospital.
Hospital Highlights:
Around 1,000 teaching beds
More than 12 major operation theatres
Advanced ICUs, emergency, trauma, and critical care services
Multispecialty departments with regular outpatient and inpatient services
Strong emphasis on community health and practical clinical training.
Why Choose Sri Siddhartha Medical College?
More than 35 years of excellence in medical education.
Constituent college of the reputed SSAHE (Deemed University).
Large green residential campus with modern infrastructure.
Experienced faculty and research-oriented curriculum.
Good clinical exposure through a well-established teaching hospital.
Convenient location, about 76 km from Bengaluru.
