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Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College & Research Centre, commonly known as Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College, is a private, non-minority Siddha medical institution located in West Tambaram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The college was established in 2001 by MJF. Ln. Leo Muthu, Founder Chairman of Sapthagiri Educational Trust. The Trust is a non-profit educational organisation. The institution was established with the objective of promoting quality education in the Siddha system of medicine, preserving traditional medical knowledge and developing professionally competent and service-oriented Siddha practitioners. Its stated vision is to develop a centre of excellence in medical education and research while combining traditional Siddha knowledge with modern scientific approaches.

The college is located at Sai Leo Nagar, Poonthandalam, West Tambaram, Chennai – 600044, Tamil Nadu. It is situated within the Sai Leo Nagar campus and is accessible from the West Tambaram area and other parts of Chennai through road and public as well as institutional transport facilities. The institution states that the wider campus covers approximately 200 acres, with architecturally designed buildings developed according to applicable medical-education norms. The college also operates a large institutional bus network serving routes around Chennai.

Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College & Research Centre is affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. It is approved under the regulatory framework of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and AYUSH. The college's published approval information shows approval for its 50-seat BSMS intake for 2025–26. The institution also states that its hospital is NABH accredited, and its published institutional material identifies ISO 9001:2015 certification. A college publication reports an A grade in the NCISM–QCI–NABET rating for 2024–25 and 1st rank among Siddha medical colleges in India under that rating. These are institutional/quality-rating claims rather than a general national college ranking.

Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College functions as part of the larger Sairam Institutions group, which also includes institutions in Engineering, Technology, Management, Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Polytechnic and other areas. Within the Siddha medical campus, students receive education through departments covering the major areas of Siddha medicine and clinical practice. The associated teaching hospital provides departments including Maruthuvam, Varmam/Pura Maruthuvam, Aruvai Maruthuvam, Sool & Magalir Maruthuvam, Kuzhanthai Maruthuvam and Avasara Maruthuvam. The campus also houses a research centre, hospital, pharmacy, clinical laboratory, library, auditorium, sports facilities, gym, hostels and other student-support infrastructure.

The principal academic programme offered by the college is the Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS). The approved intake is 50 students for the 2025–26 academic session. BSMS provides comprehensive education in Siddha medicine along with clinical training through the associated teaching hospital. Admission to BSMS is conducted according to the applicable NEET-UG and AYUSH counselling/admission regulations for the relevant academic year. Candidates generally need to have passed Higher Secondary/+2 with the required Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology subjects and satisfy the applicable age and other eligibility conditions. Students should follow the current AYUSH/State counselling notification for the exact admission procedure. Scholarship opportunities may be available through applicable government and institutional schemes for eligible students.

The college provides infrastructure designed specifically for Siddha medical education and clinical training. Major facilities include a teaching hospital with OPD and IPD services, clinical laboratory, pharmacy, diagnostic facilities, X-ray, ultrasound, casualty and ambulance services. Students gain practical exposure through clinical departments and patient-care activities, including Siddha external therapies such as Varmam, Thokkanam and other therapeutic procedures. The institution also has a herbal garden, auditorium, gym, sports facilities, hostels, canteen and other student amenities. Its Sairam Advanced Centre for Research supports work in areas such as standardisation and scientific validation of traditional medicines, pharmaceutical analysis, quality control, biotechnology and related Siddha research.

As a professional medical institution, the college's career opportunities are primarily connected with clinical practice, Siddha healthcare services, internships, research, higher education and related sectors of traditional medicine. Students receive practical clinical exposure through the teaching hospital, including OPD and IPD cases, which is particularly useful during internship and final-year training. The institution also supports research activities through its research centre, where scholars can pursue research in Siddha medicine, herbal pharmacology, pharmaceutical analysis and related areas. Graduates can explore opportunities in hospitals, clinics, research institutions, pharmaceutical and herbal medicine organisations, government health services and private practice, subject to the applicable professional registration requirements.

Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College & Research Centre is an established Siddha medical institution in Chennai offering specialised education in the BSMS programme. With its affiliation to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, NCISM/AAYUSH approval, teaching hospital, clinical laboratories, research centre, extensive library, hostel and sports facilities, the college provides an integrated environment for Siddha medical education and clinical training. Its emphasis on combining traditional Siddha knowledge with modern scientific research makes it a notable option for students interested in pursuing a professional career in Siddha medicine.

Established Siddha Medical Institution

Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College & Research Centre provides specialised education in the Siddha system of medicine, offering students an opportunity to learn traditional medical principles along with modern approaches to healthcare and research.

Recognised Academic Programme

The institution offers the Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS) programme, providing structured education in Siddha medicine, basic medical sciences and clinical subjects.

Clinical Training

Students receive practical exposure through the associated teaching hospital, where they can observe and participate in clinical learning across different Siddha medical departments under appropriate supervision.

Teaching Hospital

The teaching hospital provides OPD, IPD and various diagnostic and treatment facilities, giving students opportunities to understand patient care and gain practical clinical experience during their course.

Research Opportunities

The college has a dedicated research centre that encourages scientific investigation into Siddha medicines, herbal formulations, pharmacology, quality control and other areas related to traditional medicine.

Modern Infrastructure

The institution provides academic and clinical infrastructure including laboratories, classrooms, library facilities, hospital facilities, pharmacy, diagnostic services, auditorium and other student-support amenities.

Herbal Garden

The campus includes a herbal garden that can support students' understanding of medicinal plants and their importance in the Siddha system of medicine.

Experienced Faculty

Students receive academic and clinical guidance from faculty members across different Siddha medical specialisations, helping them develop theoretical knowledge and practical competencies.

Hostel and Student Facilities

Hostel accommodation, canteen, gymnasium, sports facilities and other campus amenities provide students with a convenient environment for academic and residential life.

Career and Higher Education Opportunities

A BSMS qualification can provide pathways towards Siddha clinical practice, hospitals, research, higher studies, pharmaceutical and herbal medicine sectors and other healthcare-related opportunities, subject to applicable professional regulations.

Vision

To emerge as a “Centre for Excellence” in offering high standards of Medical Education and Research opportunities to the students, developing the clinical abilities of the individual, and impart high degree of knowledge with discipline, making our students clinically superior and ethically strong , to help in building a better society and humankind.

Mission

We have committed ourselves towards educating our students in achieving the goal of our vision, maintaining and foster excellence in education with state -of- the art infrastructure and medical equipments to provide an up-to-date knowledge to the students and also to inculcate moral values in them. We also provide an inspiring learning environment for the students to improve their intellectual standards in clinical as well as in research abilities to disclose the professional quality in the students.

Admission to BSMS is conducted according to the applicable NEET-UG and AYUSH counselling/admission regulations for the relevant academic year. Candidates generally need to have passed Higher Secondary/+2 with the required Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology subjects and satisfy the applicable age and other eligibility conditions. Students should follow the current AYUSH/State counselling notification for the exact admission procedure. Scholarship opportunities may be available through applicable government and institutional schemes for eligible students.

Admission Criteria

BSMS – Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery

Admission Process

• Complete Higher Secondary/+2 or equivalent with the required science subjects.
• Qualify in NEET-UG as required for BSMS admission.
• Register for the applicable AYUSH counselling process.
• Participate in choice filling and select Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College according to the applicable counselling procedure.
• Candidates allotted a seat must complete document verification, fee payment and college reporting within the prescribed time.
• For the 2026–27 session, AACCC states that UG counselling covers NEET-qualified candidates seeking admission to BSMS and other AYUSH UG programmes; state-quota procedures are handled by the relevant State/UT counselling authorities.

Eligibility

• Candidates should have passed 10+2/Higher Secondary or equivalent.
• Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology are the relevant science subjects for AYUSH UG eligibility.
• Candidates must qualify in NEET-UG for the applicable admission year.
• Candidates must satisfy the applicable age, qualifying-examination and counselling requirements.
• Admission is subject to the prevailing NCISM, AYUSH, counselling authority and university regulations.

The institution indicates that students have access to financial aid and scholarship guidance. Eligible students may apply for applicable government, category-based and institutional scholarship schemes according to the prevailing rules. Scholarship availability, eligibility and documentation requirements can vary by academic year, so students should confirm the current schemes with the college and relevant counselling/official authorities.

For a professional medical programme such as BSMS, career development is primarily centred on clinical practice, internship, research, higher studies, hospitals, Siddha healthcare institutions and pharmaceutical/herbal medicine sectors. The college provides clinical exposure through its teaching hospital and supports research activities through its research centre. Students also participate in research, medical camps, clinical training and community-health activities that can contribute to professional development.

Sri Sairam Siddha Medical College & Research Centre provides facilities designed around Siddha medical education, clinical training and student development. The campus includes academic spaces, clinical laboratories, pharmacy facilities, hospital departments, diagnostic services, ambulance support, research infrastructure, auditorium, herbal garden, gym, hostels, canteen and sports facilities. The teaching hospital provides both OPD and IPD services across several Siddha specialties, allowing students to obtain practical clinical exposure during their course. The Central Library is spread over approximately 5,000 sq. ft. and has seating for around 100 readers. It includes a virtual library equipped with 25 computers connected through high-speed fibre-optic internet. The library has Siddha and modern medical books, journals and other academic resources. The college lists 1,171 Siddha titles with 8,006 volumes, 1,503 modern-medicine titles with 2,956 volumes, along with national and international journals.

For a professional medical programme such as BSMS, career development is primarily centred on clinical practice, internship, research, higher studies, hospitals, Siddha healthcare institutions and pharmaceutical/herbal medicine sectors. The college provides clinical exposure through its teaching hospital and supports research activities through its research centre. Students also participate in research, medical camps, clinical training and community-health activities that can contribute to professional development. The college provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Hostel infrastructure includes accommodation, reading areas, recreation rooms, gym facilities and internet connectivity. The girls' hostel additionally lists attached bathrooms, AC and non-AC room options, dining facilities, TV lounge, indoor games, reading room, computers, hot water, power backup and warden/maintenance support.

A home away from home provided for both boys and girls separately accommodating student. The architecturally designed buildings and the surroundings offer a cool, green, pleasant and eco-friendly atmosphere which stimulates positive learning. It provides a lively environment which helps in healthy interaction among the students.
Internet Facilities:

• Students can access the internet (24 x 7) by either wired or wireless.
  
• Students can use the wired network by plugging the network cable in the network wall outlet.
  
• Student can connect to the wireless network by selecting the network named sairam boys hostel or sairam girls hostel and use the WPA security key provided to students.
  

Transport Facility The College is easily accessible from Tambaram Railway Station by the state-operated transport service. In addition, the college owns a fleet of 136 buses and these buses operate along nearly 115 routes in and around Chennai. Our booming transport facilities ensure that our students and staff are able to reach the college in time with utmost ease.