Madras Medical College | Premier Medical Institution in Tamil Nadu & Puducherry

185+

Years of Excellence

15,000+

Alumni Worldwide

850+

Faculty Members

2,200+

Hospital Beds

About Madras Medical College

Established in 1835 during British rule, Madras Medical College (MMC) is the third oldest medical college in India and the first in Tamil Nadu. It is affiliated with the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

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A Legacy of Healthcare Leadership

MMC has been at the forefront of medical advancements in South India. The college campus is located in Park Town, Chennai, adjacent to the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital (RGGGH), one of Asia's largest government hospitals with over 3,000 beds, serving as the primary teaching hospital.

The institution offers a wide spectrum of undergraduate (MBBS), postgraduate (MD, MS, Diploma), super-specialty (DM, MCh), and fellowship programs. Our faculty includes renowned medical professionals, researchers, and public health experts.

MMC's alumni network spans globally, with graduates holding prestigious positions in healthcare, research institutions, and public service across India, the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, and the Middle East.

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Expert Faculty

850+ highly qualified teaching staff with extensive clinical and research experience.

Advanced Research

50+ ongoing research projects funded by ICMR, DBT, and international agencies.

Clinical Exposure

Training at 3,200-bed RGGGH with 2.5 million outpatient visits annually.

Global Recognition

WHO-recognized medical school with international collaborations.

Academic Programs

The MBBS program at MMC is a 5.5-year course (including one-year compulsory rotating internship) with an annual intake of 250 students. Admission is through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) conducted by the National Testing Agency.

Curriculum: The curriculum follows the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) pattern prescribed by the NMC, integrating basic sciences with clinical training from the first year.

Eligibility: Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English with minimum 50% marks (40% for reserved categories). Minimum age: 17 years as of December 31 of admission year.

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MMC offers 56 postgraduate degree (MD/MS) and 32 diploma programs across various specialties. Admission is through NEET-PG conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).

Duration: MD/MS: 3 years; Diploma: 2 years.

Key Departments: General Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Orthopedics, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology.

Seats: 320 MD/MS seats and 120 Diploma seats annually.

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MMC offers Doctorate of Medicine (DM) and Master of Chirurgiae (MCh) programs in 15 super-specialties. Admission is through NEET-SS.

DM Programs: Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology, Clinical Hematology, Endocrinology, Medical Oncology, Pediatric Cardiology.

MCh Programs: Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, Urology, Surgical Gastroenterology, Vascular Surgery.

Duration: 3 years for all super-specialty programs.

Super-Specialty Details

Short-term fellowships and certificate courses are offered in emerging areas of medicine.

Fellowships (1-2 years): Critical Care Medicine, Minimal Access Surgery, Interventional Radiology, Neonatology, Hand & Microsurgery, Vitreo-Retinal Surgery.

Certificate Courses (6 months): HIV Medicine, Palliative Care, Medical Ultrasound, Clinical Research, Hospital Administration.

These programs are designed for practicing doctors to acquire sub-specialty skills. Admissions are based on entrance tests and interviews.

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Clinical Departments

Cardiology & CTVS

Advanced cardiac care with catheterization lab, electrophysiology, and adult/pediatric cardiac surgery.

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Neurology & Neurosurgery

Comprehensive management of stroke, epilepsy, brain tumors, and spine disorders.

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Oncology

Multidisciplinary cancer care with medical, surgical, radiation oncology, and bone marrow transplant.

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Pediatrics

Level III NICU, pediatric ICU, specialty clinics, and child development center.

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Research & Innovation

MMC has a strong research culture with focus on translational and clinical research. The institution publishes over 300 research papers annually in indexed journals.

ICMR Advanced Centre for Genomics: Whole genome sequencing, pharmacogenomics studies.
Center for Infectious Diseases Research: TB, HIV, antimicrobial resistance, emerging infections.
Cardiovascular Research Unit: Rheumatic heart disease, CAD epidemiology, interventional cardiology trials.
Neuroscience Research Lab: Stroke biomarkers, epilepsy genetics, neuroimaging.
Clinical Trials Unit: Phase II-IV trials in oncology, endocrinology, neurology.

Research Publications

45+

Ongoing Projects

₹12.5Cr

Annual Grants

18

Patents Filed

25+

Int'l Collaborations

News & Events

New

April 15, 2024

New 12-Story Academic Block Inaugurated

Honorable Health Minister inaugurated the new academic block with advanced skills labs, simulation center, and digital library.

₹5.2 Crore ICMR Grant for Genomics Research

MMC receives major funding for population genomics study on metabolic disorders in South Indian population.

MMC Annual Conference: "Future of Precision Medicine"

International conference featuring 50+ speakers from 15 countries, June 10-12, 2024. Abstract submission open.

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Contact & Admissions

Campus Address

Madras Medical College
Park Town, Near Central Railway Station
Chennai - 600 003
Tamil Nadu, India
+91-44-25305700 (10 lines)
+91-44-25305799
[email protected]
www.hyrrbg.com

Admissions Office

For MBBS Admissions:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-44-25305801

For PG Admissions:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-44-25305802

Office Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Mon-Fri), 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Sat)

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