Velammal Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Madurai

​Velammal Medical College Hospital and Research Institute (VMCHRI), established in 2012 in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is a private medical institution affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The college offers an undergraduate medical program leading to the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), with an annual intake of 150 students. The MBBS course spans 4.5 years, followed by a one-year compulsory rotating medical internship, totaling 5.5 years of study. Admissions are based on the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) scores. The total tuition fee for the MBBS course is approximately ₹17.55 lakhs. Hostel facilities are available for both male and female students, with annual charges around ₹80,000. ​

The college is situated on a 140-acre campus, providing a serene environment conducive to learning. The campus is equipped with essential facilities, including a teaching hospital that provides medical services to the people of Madurai and surrounding areas. The hospital has various departments, specialties, and modern diagnostic and treatment facilities. ​

The associated Velammal Hospital is a 2100-bed multi-specialty facility, recognized as one of the largest private hospitals in South Tamil Nadu. It offers comprehensive healthcare services across various specialties, supported by a team of over 450 doctors and 1100 nursing staff. ​

Velammal Medical College Hospital and Research Institute continues to play a vital role in providing quality medical education and healthcare services in the region.​