The Christian Medical College (CMC) is a highly prestigious, unaided Christian minority educational institution and multi-campus teaching hospital network located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1900 by Dr. Ida S. Scudder, it is renowned globally for its affordable, high-quality medical education, pioneering research, and dedicated healthcare service, particularly to the underprivileged.
General Information (Keywords: CMC Vellore, Minority Medical College, Top NIRF Ranker)
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment | 1900 |
| Institute Type | Private, Unaided, Christian Minority (Non-Profit) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) |
| Affiliation | The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai |
| Location | Town Campus (Hospital) and Bagayam Campus (College), Vellore, Tamil Nadu |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 100 seats (subject to annual matrix) |
| Courses Offered | MBBS (UG), MD/MS (PG), DM/M.Ch (Super-Specialty), and numerous Allied Health Science courses. |
| Admission Process | Based strictly on NEET-UG score, followed by institutional selection process/counseling (often includes special categories and interview/assessment). |
Campus Size: CMC operates as a multi-campus institution with main sites including the Town Campus (Hospital) and the College Campus in Bagayam (approx. 200 acres).
Academic Facilities: Features modern classrooms, pioneering research facilities, and state-of-the-art diagnostic and clinical laboratories, integral to its research excellence.
Central Library: Maintains a vast Central Library with extensive collections of medical texts, journals, and robust digital resources.
Amenities: The institution is well-equipped with residential facilities, various canteens, sports facilities, and a dedicated focus on community health initiatives across its network.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The Christian Medical College Hospital is one of the largest and most advanced in India, spread across multiple campuses.
Bed Capacity: A massive multi-specialty and super-specialty network with over 3,600+ teaching beds (across its various campuses), ensuring unparalleled clinical exposure.
Advanced Care: A pioneer in numerous medical fields in India, known for its excellence in:
Pioneering Procedures: First successful open-heart surgery, first kidney transplant, and first bone marrow transplantation in India.
Super-Specialties: World-class departments in Haematology, Neurosciences, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Endocrinology, and more.
Advanced Diagnostics: Equipped with cutting-edge technology including PET Scans, high-end MRI/CT, and a robotic surgery system.
Patient Services: Handles millions of outpatients annually and is famous for its commitment to providing highly subsidized, compassionate care.
State University Affordability
CMC Vellore is globally recognized for its highly subsidized and affordable tuition fee for the MBBS course, especially for the open and network-reserved categories, reflecting its non-profit, missionary commitment.
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | Amount (INR - Approximate) |
| Annual Tuition Fee | ₹3,000/- (Extremely low) |
| Other Annual Fees | ₹45,000/- to ₹50,000/- (Includes other college fees) |
| One-time Admission Fee | ₹18,000/- |
| Refundable Deposits | ₹10,000/- (Hostel deposit, etc.) |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Approx.) | ₹80,000/- to ₹85,000/- |
| Total Course Fee | ₹2.9 Lakhs to ₹3.4 Lakhs (Total Package for 5.5 years, excluding personal living expenses/monthly mess) |
| Note | The full cost per student is subsidized by the institution, which is estimated to be several lakhs per annum. |
Hostel: Separate, secure, and mandatory Hostel accommodations for Boys and Girls are available.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Approximate):
Annual Hostel Fee (Excluding Mess): Nominal (e.g., ₹10,000 per year).
Monthly Living/Mess Expenses: Estimated to be around ₹6,000/- to ₹8,000/- per month (paid on a monthly basis, not fully included in the annual fee).
Financial Aid: Scholarships are available for deserving undergraduate students who find even these low fees difficult to meet.
Seat Quota: The 100 MBBS seats are primarily divided into:
Open Seats (All-India): Very limited (e.g., 2-4 seats). Requires extremely high NEET-UG rank.
Minority Network Seats: A significant majority (e.g., 38-40 seats) reserved for candidates recommended by CMC's Christian Minority Network organizations.
CMC Staff Quota: Reserved for children of CMC Staff (e.g., 10 seats).
Tamil Nadu State Government Quota: Remaining seats filled through Tamil Nadu State counseling.
Admission Process: Highly rigorous selection process, usually involving an Institutional Assessment/Interview after the NEET-UG results for the non-government quota seats.
Stipend: MBBS interns receive a stipend during their compulsory one-year internship.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus