The Vinayaka Mission's Kirupananda Variyar Medical College & Hospital (VMKVMCH) is a well-established Private Deemed-to-be University medical college located in Salem, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1995, VMKVMCH is a constituent college of the Vinayaka Missions Research Foundation (VMRF) and is one of the pioneering private institutions in the state. It is highly regarded for its robust academic structure, strong clinical focus, and commitment to rural healthcare, holding recognition from the National Medical Commission (NMC).
| Parameter | Detail |
| Establishment | 1995 (Became part of VMRF Deemed University in 2004) |
| Institute Type | Private Deemed-to-be University (Constituent of VMRF) |
| Recognition | National Medical Commission (NMC) |
| Affiliation | Vinayaka Missions Research Foundation (VMRF), Salem |
| Location | Chinna Seeragapadi, Salem, Tamil Nadu (Rural setting on NH-47) |
| Annual MBBS Intake | 150 seats |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, MD/MS (20+ specialties including Radio-Diagnosis, Dermatology, and Orthopaedics), and Allied Health Sciences. |
| Admission Process | Based on NEET-UG score, exclusively through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counseling for the Deemed University quota seats. |
Campus Size: Sprawls across a large 51-acre campus, providing a clean, green, and focused learning environment.
Academic Facilities: Features ICT-enabled, air-conditioned Lecture Halls, dedicated simulation labs, a well-equipped Central Research Lab, and departmental museums.
Central Library: Named the Dr. A. Shanmugasundaram Central Library, it has an extensive collection of over 60,000 books, 100+ print and digital journals, and dedicated reading rooms (seating capacity for 150+ students).
Amenities: Provides separate Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls, a hygienic mess, and transportation services.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Teaching Hospital: The VMKV Medical College & Hospital is fully integrated with the academic unit.
Bed Capacity: A multi-specialty teaching hospital with 560 beds, ensuring substantial clinical exposure.
Clinical Focus: The hospital provides high-quality, affordable medical services to the large local and rural community, fulfilling the trust's humanitarian vision.
Advanced Facilities: Equipped with modern and sophisticated state-of-the-art equipment and teaching facilities across 23 departments.
State University Affordability
| First-Year Mandatory Charges (Approx.) | Amount (INR) | Type |
| Hostel Rent + Mess | ₹1,55,000/- to ₹1,95,000/- | Per Annum (Varies by room type) |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | ₹1,00,000/- | One-Time (Hostel Security) |
| Miscellaneous Fees | Approx. ₹50,000/- to ₹88,000/- | One-Time/Annual |
| Fee Component (MBBS - Per Annum) | Management Quota (INR) | NRI Quota (USD) |
| Annual Tuition Fee | ₹22,50,000/- to ₹23,00,000/- | $ 40,000 to $ 50,000 |
| Total Course Tuition | Approx. ₹1.01 Crore to ₹1.03 Crore (for 4.5 years tuition) | NRI total course tuition fees: approx. $2,25,000 USD (entire course) |
Hostel: Separate, secure Hostel facilities for Boys and Girls are available on the campus.
Rooms: Offered in single, double, and triple occupancies, with options for both AC and Non-AC rooms.
Hostel & Mess Charges (Annual): These are mandatory for residents and typically charged annually, inclusive of the mess fee.
Non-AC Double Room (Hostel + Mess): Approx. ₹1,75,000/- per year.
AC Double Room (Hostel + Mess): Approx. ₹1,95,000/- per year.
Mess: Provides hygienic, vegetarian, and non-vegetarian food, with the cost generally included in the annual hostel fee.
NRI Seat Quota: Yes, VMKVMCH reserves a quota (approx. 15%) for NRI/OCI/PIO candidates, filled through MCC counseling. The fees are substantial and payable in US Dollars.
Admissions: All seats are filled via NEET-UG rank through MCC counseling (Deemed University quota).
Stipend (Internship): MBBS graduates receive a mandatory 1-year rotating internship with a monthly stipend (reported around ₹20,000 per month).
Discontinuation Policy: A strict refund policy is enforced: a processing fee (e.g., ₹50,000/-) is deducted if a seat is surrendered early; otherwise, the fee may be forfeited.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
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