About Saveetha Medical College
Saveetha Medical College is a constituent medical institution of the Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), a private deemed-to-be-university located in Thandalam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in 2008 with the mission to provide high-quality medical education, research, and healthcare services.
🎓 Academic & Professional Focus
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The college offers the MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery) program and is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
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It also supports postgraduate (MD/MS) and specialty training through SIMATS.
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Admission to the MBBS course is based on performance in NEET-UG, the national entrance exam.
🏥 Clinical & Healthcare Services
Saveetha Medical College is attached to a multi-specialty teaching hospital that delivers comprehensive health services and advanced medical care. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the hospital treated thousands of patients, earning recognition among India’s top COVID care facilities.
🏆 Achievements & Reputation
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It has earned a Platinum Plus ranking from QS I-gauge, highlighting strong research and academic standards.
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The institution has also achieved Guinness World Records in CPR training and relay events for significant community health outreach.
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According to the 2025 NIRF rankings, Saveetha Medical College is ranked among the top medical colleges in India, especially among private institutions.
📌 Institutional Context
Saveetha Medical College functions under the broader umbrella of Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS)—a reputed deemed-to-be-university with a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary education, research excellence, student development, and industry relevance.
Location & Contact
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Address: Saveetha Nagar, Thandalam, Chennai – 602105, Tamil Nadu, India (along Bengaluru/Chennai NH-48)
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Phone: +91-44-6672-6638 (administration / college)
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Hospital Contact (Helpdesk): +91-44-6672-6618 / 66726645 / 66726646 (24×7)
🏥 About the College
Saveetha Medical College & Hospital is a private, deemed-to-be university medical college under Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Chennai. It offers medical education, healthcare services, and research facilities.
📚 Courses Offered
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MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) (UG, ~5.5 years)
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PG Courses (MD / MS) and Super-Specialty (DM/M.Ch)
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M.Sc / Fellowship / Allied Health programs
Admissions are generally based on NEET-UG (for MBBS) and NEET-PG (for postgraduate medical courses).
📈 Rankings & Reputation
Saveetha Medical College is ranked among the top medical colleges in India and in Tamil Nadu in national rankings (e.g., NIRF 2025).
🏨 Hospital & Facilities
The institution includes a teaching hospital that treated large numbers of patients during pandemic response efforts and holds records for CPR training events.
