Questions families ask about NEET residential coaching
Short, direct answers about RIMA, the programmes, admission, fees, campus life and NEET itself. If yours is not here, ask us.
About RIMA
What is RIMA?
Rebuild India Medical Academy (RIMA) is a NEET residential academy created by a doctor, Dr Varun Murthy, and led by doctors. It runs Class 9–10 schooling, integrated PUC with NEET, and a long-term programme for repeaters.
Is RIMA a coaching centre?
It is a NEET residential academy. Students prepare for NEET here, and we also work on the person: routine, habits, character and service. That is the difference we explain.
Is the spiritual practice religious?
No. Spirituality at RIMA means inner transformation and the power to serve. Families of every background are welcome.
Who runs RIMA?
Rebuild India Medical Academy Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru, part of the Rebuild India mission.
Programmes and campuses
Which programmes run where?
Kodathi, off Sarjapur Road: the long-term programme for repeaters (since 2025). Bachenahatti, Magadi Road: Class 9, 1st and 2nd PUC and repeaters, from 2027–28, subject to approvals.
Which boards?
CBSE for Class 9 and 10. Karnataka PU Board, Science, for 1st and 2nd PUC.
Do you offer NEET preparation in Class 9?
No. Class 9 and 10 are schooling, done well, with the residential routine. NEET preparation begins in PUC.
Do you have a hostel for girls?
Yes. Separate hostels for girls and boys, each with resident wardens.
Admissions and fees
How does admission work?
Seven steps: Start Here videos, the online Readiness Profile, a counselling call, an open house and visit, the Parent Alignment declaration, a supervised campus assessment, and admission after board results.
Do you admit on Class 10 marks?
No. Admission rests on our own assessment of readiness and willingness, the campus assessment and parent alignment.
What are the fees?
One all-inclusive fee per programme, given in writing before registration. See what it covers and request the structure.
Are scholarships available?
Scholarships and concessions are considered on request, case by case.
Life on campus
Can students use phones?
No. RIMA is a no-gadget campus for students.
How many hours do students study?
About 10½ hours of learning a day, in five blocks, with sleep, food, yoga and sport protected.
What food is served?
Sattvic, vegetarian meals, with no added sugar, maida or deep-fried food.
When can parents visit?
On Sundays and fixed days, by appointment. At Kodathi, Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm (as of 2026).
Who do I call if something is wrong?
The wardens or the campus director, any day. For a mental-health crisis, Tele-MANAS on 14416, free and any time; in an emergency, 112.
NEET itself
What is the NEET exam pattern?
As of 2026: 180 compulsory questions in Physics (45), Chemistry (45) and Biology (90), for 720 marks, with +4 for a correct answer and −1 for a wrong one, in 3 hours.
Will NEET 2027 be computer-based?
A move to computer-based testing from 2027 was announced in May 2026; in October 2026 it was described as under consideration. We prepare students for both. What may change.
How many MBBS seats are there in Karnataka?
About 15,395 in 2026–27, of which about 4,400 are in government colleges (as of 2026). MBBS seats in Karnataka.
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