Chettinad Academy of Research and Education (CARE)
Name: Chettinad Academy of Research and Education
Also Known As: CARE
Type: Deemed‑to‑be University (private)
Established: 2008‑09 (operational status under UGC Act)
Location: Chettinad Health City Campus, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Kelambakkam, Chengalpattu District – 603103, Tamil Nadu (near Chennai)
University Status: Recognised by UGC (University Grants Commission)
Accreditation: NAAC ‘A++’ grade (high quality)
Professional Approvals: Recognised by National Medical Commission (NMC) and other statutory bodies for professional courses offered here.
📍 CARE is part of Chettinad Health City, a large integrated health sciences university with multiple constituent schools and a teaching hospital.
🎓 Courses & Schools (Academic Programs)
Chettinad Academy offers a wide range of programs across disciplines including medical, health sciences, allied health, pharmacy, nursing, architecture, law, and more.
🩺 Medicine & Health Sciences
✔ MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery) —
• Admission through NEET‑UG + counselling (Deemed University quota)
✔ MD / MS (Postgraduate Medical Degrees) — Multiple clinical and pre‑clinical specialties available.
✔ DM / MCh & Super‑Speciality Courses — Some advanced specialties may be offered as per NMC recognition.
✔ Allied Health Sciences & Paramedical Courses — Bachelor’s and Master’s in allied fields.
✔ Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, etc. — Professional programs with clinical exposure.
✔ Doctoral (Ph.D.) research programs — in medical and interdisciplinary sciences.
🧑⚕️ Medical College & Hospital (Chettinad Hospital & Research Institute)
✔ Teaching Hospital: Chettinad Hospital & Research Institute, part of CARE campus, provides tertiary care and clinical training.
✔ Hospital Infrastructure: Over 1,180 beds, multiple ICUs, 16 operation theatres, and 24×7 emergency & trauma care facilities.
✔ Clinical Departments: Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN, Pediatrics, Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, and more.
✔ Diagnostics: Advanced radiology (MRI, CT, USG), NABL‑accredited labs, microbiology with BSL‑II facilities, etc.
✔ Outreach Healthcare: Satellite primary health centres in nearby rural areas offering community services.
This strong clinical back‑up provides CARE students real‑time exposure to a wide range of cases.
💰 Fee Structure (Indicative 2025–26)
(Fees vary by course, category — Management/NRI/General — and official notices each year.)
🩺 MBBS
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MBBS total fees typically range in the ₹1.8 Cr+ range over 5½ years (estimate upper side for management/NRI seats).
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Tuition + tuition‑related charges + hostel/mess are separate.
🎓 MD / MS (PG Medical)
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PG fees can range widely depending on speciality (from ~₹12 L to ₹1.4 Cr total for full course, approx).
📚 Other Courses
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Allied health, nursing, pharmacy, etc. vary from ~₹2 L to ₹15 L+ depending on program and duration.
📌 Exact and current fee structure should be downloaded from the official prospectus or confirmed with the admissions office.
📍 Campus & Infrastructure
✔ Location: Kelambakkam on Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) — part of the Chennai educational & IT corridor.
✔ Campus Size: ~30–100+ acres of green, eco‑friendly campus with pedestrian‑friendly zones.
✔ Academic Facilities: Modern lecture halls, digital classrooms, well‑equipped labs, simulation centres.
✔ Library & E‑Resources: Extensive central library with books, e‑journals, and digital access.
✔ Hostels: Separate, secure hostels for boys and girls with mess and amenities.
✔ Recreation: Sports facilities, gym, auditoriums and cultural spaces.
✔ Transport: Campus shuttle services and connectivity to and from Chennai.
🧠 Admissions & Eligibility
🧑⚕️ MBBS
✔ NEET‑UG score + centralized counselling for Deemed University quota seats.
✔ Minimum age and subject requirements per NMC regulations.
🎓 MD / MS
✔ NEET‑PG score + counselling.
🎓 Other Programs
✔ Entrance tests or merit‑based admissions as per program discipline.
🏆 Reputation & Highlights
✔ NAAC A++ accreditation — highest grade for academic quality.
✔ Ranked among the top green & sustainable campuses in India.
✔ Offers scholarships (merit/need‑based) — up to 100% fee waivers for deserving candidates.
✔ Strong research ecosystem with publications, patents, fellowships and Ph.D. programs.
📞 Contact & Official Info
📍 Address:
Chettinad Health City, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Kelambakkam,
Chengalpattu District – 603103, Tamil Nadu, India
