Sri Lakshmi Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Pondicherry (Puducherry)

Pondicherry - Agaram Village, India
Private

General Information

The Sri Lakshmi Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences (SLNIMS) is a Private Deemed-to-be University medical college located in Puducherry (Pondicherry). Established in 2006, SLNIMS operates as a self-financing institution with a philanthropic vision to provide quality medical care to the underprivileged. It is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed), Chennai.

ParticularDetail
Establishment2006
Institute TypePrivate Deemed-to-be University (Self-Financing)
AffiliationBharath Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed), Chennai
RecognitionNational Medical Commission (NMC)
LocationOsudu, Agaram Village, Villianur Commune, Puducherry
Admission ProcessBased on NEET-UG scores, conducted via MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) for the Deemed University quota seats.
RankingConsistently ranked among the top private medical colleges in the South Zone.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Size: Covers a substantial area (around 45–50 acres), providing space for academic and residential blocks.

  • Academic Facilities: Modern classrooms, departmental laboratories, and a well-equipped Audio-Visual Room.

  • Central Library: A key feature, offering a vast collection of resources and state-of-the-art digital facilities, including access to Online Journals, E-books, E-learning resources, and a dedicated computer section. The library operates with extended hours.

  • Recreational: The campus includes sports complexes for both indoor and outdoor games.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Teaching Hospital: The college is attached to the Sri Lakshmi Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences & Hospital.

  • Bed Capacity: A massive teaching hospital with a reported capacity of over 1190 beds, ensuring excellent clinical volume and variety for student training.

  • Clinical Care: Provides high standards of medical treatment with a dedicated team of professionals, offering services across major medical disciplines.

  • Specialty Departments: Offers MD/MS programs in numerous clinical specialties, including General Medicine, Paediatrics, Radio-Diagnosis, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, and Emergency Medicine, supported by high-tech trauma care facilities.

  • Community Service: The institute runs separate Rural and Urban Health Training Centres to provide students with essential field practice and health services to nearby rural areas.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Seat CategoryAnnual Tuition Fee (Approx.)Total Course Fee (4.5 Years Tuition + Fees)
MBBS Tuition₹25,00,000/- to ₹26,00,000/- (₹25-26 Lakhs)Approx. ₹1.31 Crore (Includes tuition and one-time fees for 5 years)
MD/MS (Clinical)₹30,00,000/- to ₹60,00,000/-Fees vary widely based on specialty (e.g., Radio-Diagnosis is highest).

Hostel & Mess

  • Hostel: Separate, fully-equipped hostel facilities for Male and Female students are available on campus.

    • Rooms: Rooms typically accommodate three people (triple occupancy) and are furnished with essential items (bed, desk, chair, wardrobe) and sometimes attached bathrooms.

  • Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These are mandatory and charged separately from the academic fees.

    • Annual Hostel Rent (approx.): ₹1,25,000/- to ₹1,50,000/- per year.

    • Mess/Food: The mess is generally well-regarded and provides hygienic meals, offering both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options multiple days a week. Mess charges are usually integrated or paid separately (estimated around ₹50,000/- per annum).

  • Stipend (Internship): MBBS graduates receive a mandatory 1-year rotating internship with a monthly stipend (reported to be between ₹15,000 to ₹30,000).

Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seat Quota: Yes, SLNIMS, as a Deemed University, offers seats under the NRI Quota.

    • NRI Fees: The annual tuition fees for NRI candidates are often quoted in USD (e.g., $50,000 USD per annum) or a significantly higher INR equivalent, depending on the course and installment plan.

  • Bond/Penalty: For MD/MS students, a bond and financial penalty (e.g., ₹40,00,000/-) for mid-course withdrawal are typically applicable. There is generally a fee deduction (e.g., ₹50,000) for withdrawal during the counselling period.

  • Scholarships: Government scholarships are often available for domicile students of Puducherry and reserved categories from Tamil Nadu.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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