Madras Medical College (MMC), located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is one of the oldest and most prestigious government medical institutions in India. Established in 1835, MMC is affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and operates under the Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu. With a rich legacy of nearly two centuries, the college has produced numerous notable alumni in the medical field. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, super-specialty, and diploma programs in medicine and allied health sciences. The college is attached to the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, which acts as its primary teaching hospital, providing students with extensive clinical exposure and hands-on training.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Madras Medical College |
Popularly Known As |
MMC Chennai |
Location |
Park Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Established Year |
1835 |
Type |
Government Medical College |
Affiliated To |
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University |
Approved By |
NMC (formerly MCI) |
Accreditation |
NAAC Accredited (A Grade) |
Campus Size |
325 acres (Including hospital facilities) |
Governing Body |
Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu |
Event |
Date |
NEET UG Application Start |
February 2025 |
NEET UG Exam |
May 2025 |
NEET UG Result |
June 2025 |
Tamil Nadu State Counselling Begins |
July 2025 |
Admission Finalization |
August 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
September 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Mode of Admission:
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Government Scholarships |
For reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/Minorities) |
First Graduate Fee Concession |
For students first in family to attend college |
Post-Matric Scholarship |
For low-income families from reserved backgrounds |
State Merit Scholarships |
Based on NEET and academic performance |
National Scholarships (NSP) |
Centrally sponsored schemes for economically weaker sections |
Parameter |
Details |
Internship (MBBS) |
Rs 25,000 – Rs 35,000/month (Govt. stipend) |
PG Resident Stipend |
Rs 45,000 – Rs 60,000/month |
Super-Specialty Stipend |
Rs 70,000+/month |
Post-MBBS Opportunities |
House Surgeon, Junior Resident in Govt./Private Hospitals |
Government Job Preference |
High priority in Tamil Nadu Medical Services |
Alumni Placement |
Doctors placed globally – USA, UK, Australia, Middle East |
IIRF Ranked 10 for Overall by out of 50 in India 2024
IIRF Ranked 78 for Overall by out of 100 in India 2024
OUTLOOK Ranked 5 for Overall by out of 13 in India 2024
Ranking Body |
Ranking/Recognition (2024) |
NIRF (Medical Category) |
Ranked among Top 20 Medical Colleges in India |
India Today Rankings |
Among Top 10 Government Medical Colleges |
Outlook-ICARE |
Top-tier Public Medical Institution |
NAAC |
Accredited with ‘A’ Grade |
Government of India |
Recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Public Health |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
B.Pharmacy | ₹ 64k ( 1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
B.Sc | ₹ 45k ( 1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
M.B.B.S | ₹ 18k ( 1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 50%+ NEET |
near, Station, Poonamallee High Rd, Park Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600003 Chennai - 600003 Tamil Nadu, India