Saveetha Medical College & Hospital (SMC), Chennai / Kanchipuram

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)

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery)

    • Seats: ~250 per year

    • Duration: 4.5 years + 1‑year internship

    • Admission: Through NEET‑UG (All India/State counselling & deemed university quotas).

🎓 Postgraduate (PG)

  • 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.).

  • Some colleges also offer DM/MCh (Super‑specialty) courses (availability may vary by year).

🧠 Reputation & Rankings

  • NIRF Ranking (Medical, 2025): Ranked #11 in India, and #3 in Tamil Nadu among medical colleges (Govt of India).

  • Large Hospital Infrastructure: Clinical facilities with many departments and over 1,600 beds provide extensive case exposure.

  • Modern teaching tools including digital anatomy labs, advanced diagnostic imaging, robotic surgery support, simulators and research integration.


📍 Campus & Facilities

  • Separate men’s and women’s hostels with Wi‑Fi, 24/7 utilities, study areas, and mess services.

  • Large library with international journals and e‑resources.

  • Sports facilities and student activity spaces.

  • NABH‑accredited hospital with emergency, diagnostics, and multispecialty services.


🩹 Admission Process

  • MBBS: Based on NEET‑UG score and rank. Counselling is done through MCC/state rounds and institutional procedures for deemed universities.

  • 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

  • Strong NIRF ranking among Indian medical colleges.

  • Large clinical exposure through a big teaching hospital (important for internships and practical learning).

  • Modern labs and research focus integrated into the curriculum.

  • Scholarships and merit‑based support available (merit/NEET performance).

⚠️ Considerations

  • Fees are high compared to many government colleges.

  • Some student forums mention occasional management communication issues or campus operational concerns — as happens with many large private institutions.

  • Total cost can increase significantly with hostel and other charges beyond tuition alone.


📍 Summary

Attribute Details
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