Saveetha Medical College & Hospital is the medical education arm of Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS) — a deemed‑to‑be‑university located near Chennai (Thandalam/ Kanchipuram district), Tamil Nadu, India. The college is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and affiliated to the deemed university Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences.
📍 Location:
Saveetha Nagar, Thandalam, Chennai–Bengaluru Highway,
Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu – 602105, India.
🎓 Courses Offered
🎓 Undergraduate (UG)
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MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery)
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Seats: ~250 per year
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Duration: 4.5 years + 1‑year internship
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Admission: Through NEET‑UG (All India/State counselling & deemed university quotas).
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🎓 Postgraduate (PG)
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MD / MS programs in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical specializations (e.g., General Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Dermatology, Radiodiagnosis, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Pathology etc.).
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Some colleges also offer DM/MCh (Super‑specialty) courses (availability may vary by year).
🧠 Reputation & Rankings
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NIRF Ranking (Medical, 2025): Ranked #11 in India, and #3 in Tamil Nadu among medical colleges (Govt of India).
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Large Hospital Infrastructure: Clinical facilities with many departments and over 1,600 beds provide extensive case exposure.
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Modern teaching tools including digital anatomy labs, advanced diagnostic imaging, robotic surgery support, simulators and research integration.
📍 Campus & Facilities
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Separate men’s and women’s hostels with Wi‑Fi, 24/7 utilities, study areas, and mess services.
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Large library with international journals and e‑resources.
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Sports facilities and student activity spaces.
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NABH‑accredited hospital with emergency, diagnostics, and multispecialty services.
🩹 Admission Process
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MBBS: Based on NEET‑UG score and rank. Counselling is done through MCC/state rounds and institutional procedures for deemed universities.
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PG (MD/MS): Based on NEET‑PG and counselling allocations.
Eligibility and cutoffs vary each year based on demand, rank, and reservation categories.
👍 Pros & Considerations
✔️ Strengths
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Strong NIRF ranking among Indian medical colleges.
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Large clinical exposure through a big teaching hospital (important for internships and practical learning).
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Modern labs and research focus integrated into the curriculum.
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Scholarships and merit‑based support available (merit/NEET performance).
⚠️ Considerations
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Fees are high compared to many government colleges.
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Some student forums mention occasional management communication issues or campus operational concerns — as happens with many large private institutions.
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Total cost can increase significantly with hostel and other charges beyond tuition alone.
📍 Summary
| Attribute | Details |
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| Institution Name | Saveetha Medical College & Hospital, Chennai (SIMATS) |
| Type | Private (Deemed University) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) |
| MBBS Seats | ~250 |
| MBBS Fees | ₹24–27 L/year approx. |
| Postgraduate Courses | MD/MS in multiple disciplines |
| Ranking | NIRF #11 in India (2025) |
| Hospital Beds | ~1,600+ clinical beds |

