Premier healthcare academy delivering excellence in medical education, research, and compassionate patient care since 1963.
St. John's Medical College offers a comprehensive range of programs spanning undergraduate (MBBS), postgraduate (MD/MS), super-specialty, PhD, and fellowship programs. The institution provides specialized training in critical care, dermatology, emergency medicine, neurocritical care, family medicine, geriatrics, and clinical nutrition. Additionally, certificate and diploma courses in various medical disciplines are available, including distance education and hybrid delivery modes. The college is affiliated with St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences and maintains partnerships with RGUHS for nursing programs.
The institution houses St. John's Research Institute, recognized as an ICMR Collaborating Centre of Excellence with multiple departments earning this distinction, including Neonatology, Epidemiology, Nutrition, Physiology, and Pharmacology. The research division collaborates internationally, including with QIMR Berghofer (Australia) on immunotherapy and maintains IAEA collaborating status. The institution conducts research across clinical trials, epidemiology, nutrition, and public health, with faculty receiving national and international recognition for research contributions.
The main campus is located on Sarjapur Road, Bangalore, with an additional facility at Brigade Meadows. The institution operates St. John's Medical College Hospital, a tertiary care facility integrated with clinical training. Additional facilities include a Geriatric Centre and Physiotherapy College. The campus supports diverse academic and clinical activities with modern laboratory facilities, clinical training centers, and research infrastructure aligned with international standards.
The college conducts admissions for MBBS, nursing (B.Sc. Nursing), and allied health science programs through established pathways. Document verification and merit-based selection processes are conducted annually. The institution hosts various student activities including athletics, cultural events, and academic competitions. Recent announcements indicate ongoing admissions for B.Sc. Nursing and Allied Health Science programs with multiple admission lists released throughout the academic year.
St. John's Medical College holds MCI/NMC accreditation and is recognized by the Government of Karnataka. The institution has received the Times of India Healthcare Award for outstanding medical education programs and the National Florence Nightingale Award. Laboratory services are accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Laboratories. The institution is designated as a Best Institute for Research in Ageing and holds recognition as a World's Best Hospital.