Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
at Shri Sathya Sai Medical College and Research Institute - [SSSMCRI]
About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Shri Sathya Sai Medical College and Research Institute (SSSMCRI), Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, offers MBBS over 4.5 years under Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, a NAAC A++ accredited deemed university. Admission is through NEET-UG, with 250 seats available annually. Total tuition for the full course is INR 1,06,25,000. The college operates a 700-bed teaching hospital, making it one of the larger private medical colleges in Tamil Nadu.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- 700-bed teaching hospital for diverse patient exposure during clinical postings
- NABH-certified hospital ensuring quality clinical training for MBBS students
- NABL-accredited labs supporting hands-on pathology and diagnostic skill building
SSSMCRI MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 22,00,000 |
| R&D Fee (per year) | INR 1,50,000 |
| University Registration (one-time) | INR 50,000 |
| Hostel Fee (per year, optional) | INR 1,82,000 |
| Total Fees (4.5 years, excluding hostel) | INR 1,06,25,000 |
- Hostel fee covers triple-sharing accommodation, upkeep, and laundry charges.
- University Registration of INR 50,000 is a one-time, non-refundable charge.
SSSMCRI MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Registration End | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Result | Jul 16, 2026 |
| MCC Round 1 Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| MCC Round 2 Registration Closes | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mop-Up Round Registration Closes | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | January 2027 (Tentative) |
- AIQ seats are filled through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in.
- State quota seats are allotted through Tamil Nadu Medical Counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects.
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per NMC norms).
- Minimum age 17 years as of December 31, 2026.
- Valid NEET-UG 2026 scorecard is mandatory for admission.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for NEET-UG 2026 at neet.nta.nic.in.
- Download result and scorecard after official declaration.
- Register for MCC AIQ Counselling at mcc.nic.in and pay the registration fee.
- Fill and lock college and course preferences during the choice filling window.
- Receive seat allotment result and pay seat acceptance fee within the deadline.
- Report to SSSMCRI with original documents on or before the joining date.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking MBBS at a NAAC A++ deemed university in Tamil Nadu.
- Want clinical exposure through a 700-bed NABH-certified on-campus hospital.
- Can manage private deemed university fee levels for the full 4.5-year course.
- Planning to practise or pursue PG in South India after completing MBBS.
✗ Skip if
- Prefer a government medical college with subsidized tuition fees.
- Need a top NIRF-ranked Medical institution for competitive PG preparation.
- Dependent on institutional merit scholarships to manage the fee burden.
SSSMCRI MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (Government of India) | As per GoI norms | SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit |
| Tamil Nadu BC/MBC Scholarship | As per state norms | BC/MBC/EBC students domiciled in Tamil Nadu |
| Central Sector Scholarship (Merit-cum-Means) | As per GoI norms | Top 20th percentile in Class 12 with family income below limit |
- Applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Tamil Nadu students must also check the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare portal for state deadlines.
SSSMCRI MBBS FAQs
Ques. What NEET rank is needed for admission to SSSMCRI MBBS under AIQ?
Ans. Based on 2025 MCC counselling data, the AIQ last-round closing rank for SSSMCRI MBBS was 8,25,744, and the Round 1 closing rank was 6,40,116. Candidates with NEET 2026 ranks in this range stand a reasonable chance of admission, though the actual 2026 cutoff will vary based on total qualified candidates, the number of seats available, and state-wise reservation norms under AIQ.
Ques. What is the total MBBS fee at SSSMCRI including hostel?
Ans. The total tuition and institutional fee for the 4.5-year MBBS course is INR 1,06,25,000 (excluding hostel). This includes tuition at INR 22,00,000 per year, R&D fee at INR 1,50,000 per year, and a one-time university registration fee of INR 50,000. Optional hostel accommodation adds INR 1,82,000 per year, totalling INR 8,19,000 for the 4.5-year course.
Ques. Is SSSMCRI approved by the National Medical Commission?
Ans. Yes, SSSMCRI is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and functions as a constituent college of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, a UGC Category 1 deemed university accredited NAAC A++. The teaching hospital holds NABH certification and its laboratories carry NABL accreditation. Graduates are eligible to practise medicine in India and appear for NEET-PG, USMLE, or PLAB examinations.
Ques. How are state quota seats allotted at SSSMCRI MBBS?
Ans. State quota seats at private deemed universities in Tamil Nadu are filled through Tamil Nadu Medical Counselling (TNDMC), conducted by the Health and Family Welfare Department. Eligible candidates domiciled in Tamil Nadu register separately on the TNDMC portal and fill preferences independent of MCC AIQ counselling. Seat allotment is based on NEET rank and the category-wise seat matrix released by TNDMC.
Ques. What career options are available after MBBS from SSSMCRI?
Ans. MBBS graduates from SSSMCRI can appear for NEET-PG to pursue MD or MS specializations at government or private medical colleges. Other routes include positions in government health services, private hospital practice across Tamil Nadu, DNB postgraduate programs at accredited hospitals, and international licensing exams such as USMLE for the US or PLAB for the UK.
Ques. Does SSSMCRI provide hostel accommodation for MBBS students?
Ans. Yes, SSSMCRI provides separate hostel blocks for male and female students with triple-sharing rooms. The annual hostel fee is INR 1,82,000, covering accommodation at INR 1,65,000, hostel upkeep at INR 5,000, and laundry charges at INR 12,000. On-campus living is recommended for first-year MBBS students due to the early clinical schedule.