Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Master of Population Studies [MPS] is a 2-year postgraduate programme offered at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College [JNMC], Belagavi, a constituent college of KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research (KAHER), a Category-1 Deemed-to-be University. The programme is designed to train students in demography, population dynamics, reproductive health, health policy, and research methods, equipping them for careers in public health, research institutions, NGOs, and government health departments. The total fee for the 2-year programme is Rs. 1,41,000 (Rs. 71,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 70,000 in Year 2) as per the KAHER fee structure for 2026-27. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode at the JNMC campus in Belagavi, Karnataka. Admission is based on merit through KAHER's centralized PG Allied admission process, with no separate entrance exam required. The programme is popular due to JNMC's strong academic environment, international collaborations (including with the University of Michigan School of Public Health), and the growing demand for population health professionals in India.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open around June-July 2026, based on the 2024-25 and 2025-26 patterns. The 2025-26 session saw the commencement notification issued on September 30, 2025. Candidates are advised to monitor the official KAHER website (kaher.edu.in) and JNMC website (jnmc.edu) for the 2026-27 notification.

Key Points

Offered at JNMC Belagavi, a constituent college of KAHER (Category-1 Deemed University, NAAC A+ accredited)
The programme is housed under the School of Public Health at JNMC, which has an academic collaboration with the University of Michigan School of Public Health
Covers demography, population dynamics, reproductive health, epidemiology, health policy, and research methods
Graduates are equipped for roles in international organizations, government health departments, NGOs, research centres, and academia
Admission is merit-based through KAHER's centralized PG Allied admission process; no separate entrance exam is required

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Scholarships
FAQs

JNMC MPS Fees

The MPS programme at JNMC Belagavi is offered under KAHER's fee structure for PG Allied and Interdisciplinary Science courses. The total tuition fee for the 2-year programme is Rs. 1,41,000, payable as Rs. 71,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 70,000 in Year 2. Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are charged separately as per KAHER norms.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1	Year 2	Total
Tuition Fee	Rs. 71,000	Rs. 70,000	Rs. 1,41,000
Examination / Convocation / Consumables	As per KAHER norms	As per KAHER norms	Payable separately
Total Fees (Tuition)	Rs. 71,000	Rs. 70,000	Rs. 1,41,000

Hostel facility is available at JNMC Belagavi campus.
Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the above total.
Examination fees and convocation fees are payable separately as per KAHER norms.
Fee details are subject to revision by KAHER for each academic session.
Candidates should verify the latest fee structure at kaher.edu.in before applying.

JNMC MPS Admission 2026

Admissions to the MPS programme at JNMC Belagavi are conducted through KAHER's centralized PG Allied (M.Sc./Master Courses) admission process. The process is merit-based, with candidates shortlisted based on their qualifying degree marks. For the 2026-27 session, the admission schedule is yet to be announced; based on the 2024-25 and 2025-26 patterns, applications are expected to open in June-July 2026.

Admission Dates

Event	Date (2024-25 Actual / 2026-27 Tentative)
Admission Notification Release	June 28, 2024 (Tentative: June 2026)
Online Application Start	July 1, 2024 (Tentative: July 2026)
Online Application Last Date	August 2024 (extended to September 5, 2024) (Tentative: August-September 2026)
Provisional Selected List	October 10, 2024 (Tentative: October 2026)
Commencement of Classes	October 21, 2024 (Tentative: October 2026)

Note: The 2026-27 admission schedule has not been officially released as of March 2026. Dates above for 2026-27 are tentative and based on the 2024-25 pattern. Candidates must check kaher.edu.in and jnmc.edu for official notifications.

Relevant Exam Dates

Relevant Exam Dates
No separate entrance exam is required for admission to the MPS programme. Admission is based on qualifying degree marks. There is no specific national-level entrance exam for this programme.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a graduate degree in any discipline (Medicine, Dentistry, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Social Sciences, Nutrition, Life Sciences, or any other equivalent degree recognized by KAHER)
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree (all years combined)
Candidates from reserved categories may be eligible for relaxation as per KAHER norms

Admission Process

Monitor the official KAHER website (kaher.edu.in) and JNMC website (jnmc.edu) for the admission notification (typically released in June-July)
Fill the online application form at apply.kaher.edu.in during the application window
Upload required documents (qualifying degree marksheets, certificates, identity proof, passport-size photographs, etc.)
Provisional selected list is published based on qualifying degree marks
Selected candidates must report to JNMC Belagavi with original documents for verification and fee payment
Pay the tuition fee to confirm admission

JNMC MPS Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to the MPS programme at JNMC Belagavi can avail various scholarships from central and state government sources. Karnataka state scholarships are available for SC/ST and OBC students. The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) also offers merit-cum-means scholarships for eligible students. KAHER may also offer institutional scholarships or fee concessions for meritorious students.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Karnataka)	SC/ST students domiciled in Karnataka with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka)	OBC students domiciled in Karnataka with family income below prescribed limit	Partial fee coverage
Central Sector Scholarship (NSP)	Merit-based; family income below Rs. 8 lakh per year	Rs. 10,000 - Rs. 20,000 per year
KAHER Institutional Scholarship / Fee Concession	As per KAHER norms; typically for meritorious or economically weaker students	Variable; as per KAHER policy

Applications for Karnataka state scholarships are made through the Karnataka Scholarship Portal (scholarships.karnataka.gov.in) or the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in)
Application deadlines are typically between October and December of the academic year
Students must have a valid bank account linked to Aadhaar for scholarship disbursement
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision by the respective government departments

JNMC MPS FAQs

Ques. Is there any entrance exam for admission to the MPS programme at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. No, there is no separate entrance exam for the MPS programme at JNMC Belagavi. Admission is merit-based, determined by marks obtained in the qualifying degree. Candidates need to apply online through the KAHER portal during the application window.

Ques. What is the total fee for the MPS programme at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. The total tuition fee is Rs. 1,41,000 for the 2-year programme (Rs. 71,000 in Year 1 and Rs. 70,000 in Year 2) as per the 2025-26 fee structure. Examination fees, convocation fees, and consumables are charged separately. Hostel fees are also additional.

Ques. What is the scope of the MPS programme after completing the course from JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. MPS graduates can work in international organizations (WHO, UNFPA, UNICEF), government health departments, national and international NGOs, health research centres, and academic institutions. They can also pursue PhD programmes in population studies, demography, or public health. The programme's collaboration with the University of Michigan School of Public Health adds significant value to the degree.

Ques. What is the difference between MPS (Master of Population Studies) and MPH (Master of Public Health) at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Both programmes are offered under the School of Public Health at JNMC Belagavi. The MPS focuses specifically on population dynamics, demography, reproductive health, and population-level health interventions, while the MPH has a broader focus on public health practice, epidemiology, health policy, and health systems. Both are 2-year programmes with similar fee structures.

Ques. Is hostel facility available for MPS students at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Yes, hostel facility is available at the JNMC Belagavi campus. The campus has well-maintained hostels with 24-hour water and electricity, generator backup, and study facilities. Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the tuition fee. Candidates should contact JNMC/KAHER directly for the latest hostel fee details.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka apply for the MPS programme at JNMC Belagavi?

Ans. Yes, the MPS programme at JNMC Belagavi is open to candidates from across India and abroad. KAHER is a Deemed-to-be University and does not restrict admissions to Karnataka domicile candidates for this programme. Candidates from any state or country who meet the eligibility criteria can apply.