JNMC Belagavi BPH {Lateral} : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

JNMC BPH Admission 2026-27

Admissions to the BPH Lateral Entry programme at JNMC Belagavi are conducted through inter-se merit and interview, unlike the regular BPH which requires the KAHER AIET. The 2025-26 admission cycle saw applications open in March-April 2025. For 2026-27, the schedule is expected to follow a similar pattern, with applications likely opening in March-April 2026. Batch intake is typically in June-August.

Important Dates

Note: No separate entrance examination (KAHER AIET) is required for BPH Lateral Entry. Admission is based on inter-se merit of qualifying diploma marks and performance in the interview.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a Diploma in Health Inspection (DHI) or an equivalent diploma in public health/community health from a recognized institution.
• Candidates must have passed the qualifying diploma examination with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).
• Candidates must be Indian nationals; Karnataka domicile is not mandatory.

Admission Process

• Register and apply online on the KAHER website (kledeemeduniversity.edu.in) and pay the application fee.
• Submit attested copies of diploma marksheets, certificates, and other required documents.
• Merit list is prepared based on inter-se merit of qualifying diploma marks.
• Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview at JNMC, Belagavi.
• Final seat allotment is done based on merit and interview performance.
• Candidates must report to the college with original documents and pay the first-year fee to confirm admission.

JNMC BPH Scholarships 2026-27

Students enrolled in the BPH Lateral Entry programme at JNMC Belagavi can avail scholarships from central and state government schemes. The college itself does not offer direct merit scholarships for this programme, but students from economically weaker sections and reserved categories can benefit from government-funded scholarships.

Available Scholarships

• Students must maintain a minimum of 50% marks and 75% attendance to continue receiving scholarships.
• Applications for most government scholarships are made through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
• Karnataka state scholarships are applied through the Karnataka Scholarship Portal (karepass.cgg.gov.in).
• Scholarship deadlines typically fall between October and December each year; students should apply early.