Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS) is a private deemed‑to‑be‑university located in Thandalam & Poonamallee, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It was established in 2005 and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The institution was formerly known as Saveetha University; its name was changed to SIMATS (Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences) in 2017 as per UGC guidelines.

👉 Motto: Knowledge Conquers All

👉 Type: Private Deemed University

👉 Accreditation: NAAC A++


🏫 2. Campuses & Location

SIMATS operates from two main campuses in the Chennai region:

  • Poonamallee Campus: Dental College, School of Management, School of Law.

  • Thandalam Campus (Velappanchavadi/Chennai): Engineering, Medical College & Hospital, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Physiotherapy & Nursing schools.

The overall campus covers over 180+ acres, with modern academic and residential facilities.


🎓 3. Courses & Schools

SIMATS offers a wide range of programs at Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and Doctoral (PhD) levels in multiple fields:

🧬 Medical & Health Sciences

  • MBBS (Medicine)

  • BDS (Dental Surgery)

  • B.Sc Nursing, BPT (Physiotherapy)

  • MPT, MD/MS, MDS in various specializations

  • Allied health degrees

🛠 Engineering & Technology

  • B.Tech (CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Biomedical, etc.)

  • M.Tech and research programs

📚 Law

  • BA LLB (Hons) / BBA LLB

  • LLM postgraduate programs

💼 Management & Sciences

  • BBA / MBA (various specializations)

  • B.Sc / M.Sc / BA / MA across liberal arts and sciences

Overall, SIMATS offers 30+ degrees and 150+ courses spanning medicine, dentistry, engineering, law, management, nursing, physiotherapy, science, and arts.


📈 4. Accreditations & Rankings

SIMATS has gained strong recognition nationally and internationally:

📊 National Rankings

  • NIRF (2024 Overall): Ranked 22nd in India.

  • NIRF (2024 Universities): Ranked 11th.

  • NIRF Engineering: Ranked around 53.

  • Law/Management rankings also featured.

🏆 Special Subject Strengths

  • #1 in India for Dentistry in several global rankings.

  • Strong subject rankings in Biotechnology, Public Health, and Pharmaceutical Sciences globally.

👉 NAAC A++ accreditation reflects very high academic standards and institutional governance.


💰 5. Fee Structure

Fees vary significantly by program and level:

💸 Examples (Approximate Annual Fees)

  • B.Tech: ~₹1–1.5 L+ per year (approx).

  • B.Sc / BPT: ~₹1–2 L per year.

  • MBBS/BDS: ~₹20–25 L per year (higher investment for medical/dental).

  • MBA/LLB/M.Sc: Mid‑range fees, varies by specialization.

💡 Fees may include tuition, hostel, mess, exam charges, and other campus facilities. Scholarships and financial aid options are available as per university policy.


📋 6. Admissions & Eligibility

Admissions depend on course types and entrance exams:

Medical (MBBS/BDS):

  • Through NEET‑UG / NEET‑MDS / NEET‑PG, as applicable.

Engineering:

  • Through JEE Main, TNEA / university screening.

  • Some admissions via SIMATS entrance or centralized counseling.

Law:

  • Based on CLAT/LSAT/other law entrance and performance.

Management:

  • Based on CAT/MAT, TANCET, university tests, or merit.

University publishes detailed admission criteria, cut‑offs, and application dates each year on its official site.


📍 7. Campus Facilities

SIMATS offers comprehensive infrastructure for academics and student living:

📌 Academic Resources:

  • Modern classrooms, seminar halls, 50+ libraries, 200+ labs.

  • Specialty labs for medical, dental, engineering, and research.

📌 Healthcare & Clinical Facilities:

  • Multi‑specialty hospitals with thousands of beds.

  • Digital diagnostic facilities, CT centers, surgical units.

📌 Student Life & Amenities:

  • Hostels (boys & girls), gym, cafeteria, auditoriums, moot courts.

  • Sports fields and cultural spaces.

  • 24/7 Wi‑Fi and transport services.


💼 8. Placements & Career Support

SIMATS conducts campus placements, internships, and career development initiatives.

🎯 Placement Stats (2024 data):

  • Highest packages: Up to ~₹12 LPA.

  • Strong participation from ~150+ recruiters.

  • Placement support for engineering, management, and other streams.

Recruiters include leading IT, consulting, healthcare, and corporate firms (e.g., Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, HP, L&T Infotech).


📊 9. Strengths & Special Highlights

Strong reputation in medical and dental education — among the nation’s best in dental programs.
Research collaborations & global ties in health, science, and technology.
✅ Emphasis on clinical practice, simulation labs, and industry exposure.
✅ Ranked internationally in subject areas like dentistry and sciences.


📌 10. Contact & Location

📍 Main Campus Address:
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS)
Thandalam / Velappanchavadi, Chennai – Tamil Nadu, India.

🌐 Official Website: www.saveetha.com

📞 Admissions Office: Available on the university’s main contact page; typically includes phone and email support.


📌 Summary at a Glance

Feature Detail
Founded 2005
Type Private Deemed University
Accreditation NAAC A++
Major Programs Medicine, Dentistry, Engineering, Law, Management, Health & Sciences
Campus Size 180+ acres
NIRF 2024 Overall Rank 22
Placements Up to ~₹12 LPA & strong recruiter participation