Shri Sathya Sai Medical College and Research Institute (SSSMCRI) is a private medical college located in Ammapettai, Chengalpattu District, near Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It operates as a constituent teaching unit of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Puducherry.
📌 Declared as a Deemed University: Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth is recognized under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.
📌 Accreditation: NAAC A++ grade (highest grade).
📌 NIRF Ranking: Ranked 77 among universities (NIRF 2023).
📌 Recognition: Approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) for medical education.
The college is set in a serene, green environment on a large campus with a fully functional teaching hospital.
🏫 2. Location & How to Reach
📍 Address: Shri Sathya Sai Medical College & Research Institute,
Shri Sathya Sai Nagar, Ammapettai, Chengalpattu District,
Tamil Nadu – 603108 (near Chennai).
🚗 Transportation
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By Road: Well connected via Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) and GST Road; buses and taxis available from Chennai.
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By Rail: Nearest major stations are Chennai Egmore and Chennai Central (~50 km).
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By Air: Chennai International Airport ~28–37 km away.
🎓 3. Courses Offered
Undergraduate (UG)
📌 MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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Duration: 5.5 years (including internship).
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Seats: ~250 (total) for MBBS.
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Admission: Through NEET‑UG exam and counselling by MCC/state authorities.
Postgraduate (PG)
📌 MD / MS programs in various clinical and non‑clinical specialties
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Examples include Anaesthesiology, Paediatrics, Dermatology, Pathology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Respiratory Medicine, Community Medicine, Pharmacology, etc.
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Admission: Through NEET‑PG / counselling.
Other Allied Health Programs
Some reports mention programs like B.Sc. Nursing and BPT (Physiotherapy), though the primary focus remains MBBS and PG medical degrees.
💰 4. Fee Structure (Indicative)
Note: Medical college fees can change every year and may include tuition, development, hostel, exam and other charges. Always confirm from the college before applying.
MBBS Fees
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Approx. Tuition Fee: Around ₹20 L–₹23 L per year (management/quota)**.
(Full 5.5 years program may total around ₹1.2 Cr in some fee reports.)
PG (MD / MS) Fees
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Fees vary greatly by specialty — for example:
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Some clinical PG fees (e.g., Respiratory Medicine, General Medicine) around ₹40 L–₹50 L total.
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Higher clinical/competitive specialties (e.g., Dermatology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Radiology) may attract higher fees.
(These figures are indicative and may differ by quota and year.)
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Other Costs
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Hostel & maintenance, university registration, research & development fees, uniform, club activities, insurance, etc., are additional charges beyond base tuition.
📝 5. Eligibility & Admission Process
MBBS Admission
✔ Eligibility:
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Must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology with minimum aggregate (usually ≥50%).
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NEET‑UG score and rank are required.
✔ Counselling:
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Seats are allocated through the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for deemed universities and applicable state quota rounds.
MD / MS Admission
✔ Eligibility:
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MBBS degree with required internship completion.
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Must qualify NEET‑PG.
✔ Counselling:
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Through MCC / state‑level PG counselling based on NEET‑PG rank.
🏥 6. Facilities & Infrastructure
📌 Hospital: Teaches from a multi‑specialty teaching hospital (hundreds of beds) with Trauma & Emergency Services, surgical theatres, diagnostic services, intensive care, etc., providing clinical exposure to students.
📚 Campus Campus: Spread over a large, environmentally landscaped campus with academic buildings, lecture theatres, labs, libraries, and student spaces.
🛌 Hostel: Separate hostels for boys and girls with basic amenities and mess services.
Other facilities include Wi‑Fi, recreational areas, sports, and student support services.
📊 7. Accreditation & Quality
✔ NAAC A++ Accreditation — signifies very high institutional quality.
✔ NMC Recognition — essential for MBBS/MD/MS degrees to be valid for practice in India.
✔ Part of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth: A deemed university with multiple constituent units and research output.
📈 8. Strengths & Student Opportunities
✅ Strong clinical exposure through a multi‑specialty hospital on campus.
✅ Research and development support with faculty projects documented.
✅ NAAC A++ reflects high governance and academic standards.
✅ Good student diversity and professional training environment.

