Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University (KIMS), Satara

The Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences was established in 1974. Hon.Shri. Jayawantraoji Bhosale conceived the project with an objective of serving th e rural masses, with sophisticated yet economic medical care and to provide medical, nursing and health education to provide medical, nursing and health education to the population.The Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences was declared as “University” under section 3 of the UGC Act in May 2005. The University now has a number of constituent colleges, which include Medical, Dental, Physiotherapy, Nursing and Biotechnology.

The Medical college has been recognized by the Malaysian Medical Council and the first batch of Government sponsored students has arrived. Students from all regions of India and other countries besides Malaysia viz. UAE, Sultanate of Oman, Saudi Arabia, Mauritius, USA & Canada have enrolled in the University. This year has seen the addition of new international faculty, world-class equipment and infrastructure, application of new innovative teaching methods, increased community interface & promotion of research. Motivating students for research, getting faculty support, providing funds and recognizing those with a natural passion has been our priority. Our challenge lies in seeing that the enthusiasm as is seen now should not abate.