Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), commonly known as MM(DU) or MMU Mullana, is a premier, multi-disciplinary Deemed to be University. Its origins trace back to the establishment of the Maharishi Markandeshwar Education Trust in 1993, which founded its first engineering college in 1995 and a medical college (MMIMSR) in 2003. Recognizing its high standards and extensive infrastructure, the Ministry of Education/UGC granted it Deemed to be University status in 2007.
Located in Mullana (Ambala district), Haryana, MM(DU) has grown into one of North India's largest residential universities. Its mission is to provide quality, industry-relevant education across a vast spectrum of fields, with flagship institutions in Medicine, Dentistry, Engineering, and Management. It is known for its high-tech campus, large teaching hospital, and strong focus on research and placements.
Key Recognitions:
Deemed to be University status by the UGC under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.
Holds the highest 'A++' Grade accreditation from NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council).
Consistently ranked by NIRF across multiple categories (e.g., often Top 35 in Medical, Top 100 in University, Pharmacy, and Dental categories).
Holds all necessary approvals from professional bodies: NMC (Medical), DCI (Dental), AICTE (Engineering, Management), PCI (Pharmacy), INC (Nursing), BCI (Law), CoA (Architecture).
Recognized from the academic year 2007 onwards. 150 to 200 MBBS seats have been increased u/s 26(1) (b), 28 (1) (2) and 61(2) during Academic Year 2023-2024. Annual renewal permission granted for 200 MBBS seats for AY 2024-25.
MM(DU) operates from a vast, modern, and fully integrated campus.
Location: Situated in Mullana, District Ambala, Haryana, strategically located near Chandigarh and Delhi.
Campus Size & Vibe: It's a massive, sprawling campus (often cited as 200+ acres) designed as a self-sufficient "university town." The campus features modern architecture, numerous academic blocks, extensive residential facilities, and a high-tech environment, bustling with a diverse student population from across India and abroad.
Infrastructure & Facilities:
Constituent Institutes: Dedicated, state-of-the-art buildings for its colleges (Medical, Dental, Engineering, Management, Law, Nursing, Pharmacy, Hotel Management, etc.).
Learning Resources: A large, multi-story Central Library and specialized libraries within institutes, holding lakhs of books, journals, and comprehensive digital access (e-databases like Scopus, Web of Science).
Advanced Laboratories: A cornerstone of the university. Features high-tech labs for all engineering branches, advanced medical labs (pre-clinical, para-clinical, simulation centers), sophisticated dental labs, pharmaceutical labs, media studios, moot courts (Law), training kitchens/restaurants (Hotel Mgmt), and advanced research facilities.
Hospital Integration: Seamless integration with the MM Super Speciality Hospital.
Technology Enabled: Fully Wi-Fi-enabled campus, smart classrooms, extensive computing facilities.
Auditoriums & Convention Centre: Multiple large auditoriums and convention centers for national/international events.
Sports Complex: Excellent and comprehensive facilities for various indoor and outdoor sports, including stadiums, tracks, swimming pool, and modern gyms.
Amenities: Extensive separate hostels (14+ hostels), multiple food courts/canteens, banking facilities (multiple bank branches/ATMs), post office, shopping center, transportation.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Healthcare is a dominant feature of MM(DU).
Flagship Hospital: Yes, the university runs the Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences & Research (MMIMSR) Hospital, a large multi-super specialty, tertiary care teaching hospital, right on campus.
Scale & Services: This is a major healthcare provider in the region with a substantial bed capacity (check current figures, often 1000+ beds). It offers:
Comprehensive care across almost all medical and surgical specialties and super-specialties.
State-of-the-art 24x7 Emergency, Trauma, and Critical Care (multiple specialized ICUs).
High-end Diagnostic and Therapeutic services (advanced Radiology including MRI/CT, NABL accredited Labs, Linear Accelerator for Cancer).
Modern Operation Theatre complexes, including specialized OTs.
Specialized centers (e.g., Cancer Center, Cardiac Center, Kidney Transplant Unit).
Comprehensive Blood Bank.
Dental Hospital: The MM College of Dental Sciences & Research (MMCDSR) operates its own large, fully-equipped dental hospital, also highly ranked.
Accreditations: The hospital holds prestigious quality accreditations like NABH and NABL.
Educational Engine: The MMIMSR Hospital and the Dental Hospital are the primary clinical training grounds for students in MBBS, MD/MS, BDS, MDS, Nursing, Pharmacy (Pharm.D), Physiotherapy, and Allied Health Sciences, offering extensive, high-volume clinical exposure.
State University Affordability
As a top-ranked ('A++' NAAC, high NIRF) Deemed University, MM(DU)'s fees are at the premium end, varying significantly by program. Medical/Dental fees are set as per MCC/DGHS norms.
MM(DU) is a predominantly residential university with vast hostel facilities.
Accommodation: Numerous, separate, well-secured hostel blocks (14+ hostels) for boys and girls are available within the campus, offering various room types (AC/Non-AC, single to multiple sharing, apartment-style options).
Amenities: Hostels are modern and well-equipped, providing furniture, 24/7 security, power backup, Wi-Fi, common rooms, recreational facilities, gyms, study halls, laundry services, housekeeping, and warden supervision. Excellent medical support via the campus hospital.
Dining: Multiple large, hygienic mess halls and numerous food courts/cafes cater to the huge, diverse student population, offering multi-cuisine options (North/South Indian, Continental, etc.).
Cost: Hostel and mess fees are a significant additional annual expense. Depending on AC/Non-AC, room sharing (single vs. triple), and mess plan, expect costs to range roughly from ₹1,20,000 to ₹2,50,000 or more per year. Confirm the specific rates for different options during admission.
Getting Through the Door:
Medical/Dental (MBBS/BDS/MD/MS/MDS): Admission is strictly based on qualifying ranks in NEET-UG or NEET-PG/MDS. As a Deemed University, seat allotment for almost all seats (General/Management/Jain Minority - if applicable, NRI) is done through the centralized counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), DGHS, Govt. of India.
B.Tech / B.Pharm / B.Sc Nursing / BPT / BBA / B.Com / Law etc.: Admission to most other UG/PG programs is typically based on scores from the university's own online entrance test (MM-CET), which is conducted across India.
National Scores Accepted: Scores from JEE (Main) (for B.Tech), CAT/MAT/CMAT (for MBA), CLAT/LSAT (for Law), NATA (for B.Arch) are also widely accepted, often exempting candidates from MM-CET or used for ranking.
Merit-Based: Some non-professional programs might offer direct admission based on Class 12 merit.
Always check the specific admission criteria (MM-CET / NEET / JEE / MAT) on the MM(DU) website (mmumullana.org) for your chosen program.
Career Kickstart (Placements): MM(DU) has a strong and well-organized placement cell with an excellent track record, especially for Engineering and Management.
Industry Focus: Deep connections with a large number of companies across IT, Healthcare, Pharma, Engineering, Management, and Hospitality sectors.
Training: Robust pre-placement training, soft skills development, aptitude preparation, and industry-focused projects are standard.
Recruiters: Attracts a vast number of recruiters, including major IT giants (Infosys, Wipro, TCS, Cognizant, Capgemini, HCL, Tech Mahindra, Amazon, Microsoft), core engineering firms, pharmaceutical companies, top hospital chains (for health science grads), banks, and hotel groups.
Salary Potential: MM(DU) consistently reports high placement percentages (often 90%+ in key streams). Highest packages are often very high (e.g., ₹40 LPA+ reported). The average package for core B.Tech (CSE) and MBA graduates typically falls in the strong ₹5 LPA to ₹8 LPA range. Clinical graduates follow established, high-earning medical/dental career paths.
MM(DU) has a dedicated International Admissions cell and clear provisions for NRI/Foreign students.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
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