Meenakshi Academy Of Higher Education and Research (MAHER)

ABOUT

The Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (MAHER)is a renowned Deemed to be University incorporating a consortium of institutions in Chennai and Kanchipuram. MAHER was approved as the Deemed to be University by the University Grants Commission as per Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 Vide Govt. Notification No.f.9-5/2002-U.3 on 31.03.2004.

Under the aegis of MAHER, the Meenakshi Medical College Hospital and Research Institute (MMCHRI) at Kanchipuram, Meenakshi Ammal Dental College (MADC) at Maduravoyil, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences (FAHS) at Kanchipuram, Arulmigu Meenakshi College of Nursing (AMCON) at Kanchipuram and Meenakshi College of Nursing (MCON) at Managdu are providing exceptional education in the field of healthcare. In addition to these individual campuses we also have the Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, Faculty of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Occupational Therapy, and Faculty of Yoga Sciences and Therapy in the main campus at K.K.Nagar, Chennai.

MAHER has had a long tradition as a prestigious educational institution that promotes students’ wellbeing and provides them with a perfect platform to take long strides into the future as well rounded professionals. MAHER was part of the niche list of top 100 universities of India in the NIRF Ranking in the year 2019. This is one of the fastest growing universities in the country today and our students have privileged access to the most advanced and innovative teaching and learning processes.

Some Highlights of Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Chennai

Why Choose MAHER (Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education & Research) ?

1. Deemed University & Reputation
   

   MAHER is a “Deemed-to-be University” (approved under Section 3 of the UGC Act) since 2004.
   It includes various constituent units (medical, dental, allied health etc.) and is known in Chennai/Tamil Nadu for healthcare education.

2. Good Rankings in Specific Fields

   • In NIRF (2023), MAHER ranked in the 101-150 band in the “University (Overall)” category.

   • In the Dental category, it is ranked around #16 in recent years.
     So if your interest is dental / medical / allied health, it has good recognition.

3. Wide Range of Courses, Especially in Healthcare & Allied Areas
   

   MAHER has many faculties: Medical College & Hospital, Dental College, Nursing, Pharmacy, Allied Health Sciences, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Yoga Therapy, Humanities & Science etc.
   So you can pick from a variety of health-science and related fields under one university.

4. Strong Infrastructure & Facilities
   

   Some of the facilities MAHER provides include:

   • Many well-equipped labs, clinical labs, skill labs, demonstration rooms, operation theatres etc.

   • Adequate number of classrooms, seminar halls, lecture halls.

   • Library / “Knowledge Research Centre” with a good number of books / international & national journals, reading spaces etc.

   • Hostel facilities (boys & girls), mess, security, indoor/outdoor sports facilities.

5. Placement, Internships & Industry / Hospital Exposure
   

   Because many of their courses are health-science / medical / dental / allied, students can get exposure in the hospitals attached. Also, there is a placement cell.
   Some reports (from reviews) say 70-80% students get placed / get opportunities.

6. Scholarships & Student Support

   • They offer scholarships (merit-based / academic excellence / extracurricular) to eligible students.

   • Also other support services (career guidance, counselling etc.) appear in their offerings.

7. Vision, Ethics, and Growth Orientation
   

   The university’s vision / mission talk about value based education, research, innovation, societal impact, collaborating with international institutions etc.

Vision & Mission of  Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Chennai

Vision

To build a world-class institution, transforming society through value-based programs and healthcare advancements, leading to the all-round development of human resources, knowledge, innovation, entrepreneurship and research

Mission

• To become an institute of eminence by developing world-class professionals in the field of healthcare, science, liberal arts, technology and research with a focus on the societal good.
• To create an enabling state-of-the-art infrastructure, intellectual capital and provide best-in-class learning experience with a freedom to innovate and invent.
• To foster values and ethics so as to develop students and learners into responsible citizens of the nation and the world.
• To collaborate with national and international institutes of eminence and industry.
• To advance the global cause and develop consciousness for environment conservation, low carbon footprint and sustainable development.

Application Procedure

Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research Chennai courses are offered at UG, PG, Doctorate level. There are 97 courses offered at Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research Chennai. The courses are offered in fields like Medical, Paramedical, Science. Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research Chennai courses includes B.Sc, MBBS, BOT, B.Sc (Nursing), M.Sc, M.D, B.P.T, B.Sc {Hons.}, M.P.T, MOT. The popular courses at Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research Chennai is B.Sc, MBBS, BOT.

Admission Criteria

MAHER UG Admission

The university provides a bunch of Undergraduate (UG) programmes like, Bachelor of Banking Management (BBM), Bachelor of Arts (B.A), Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) and Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA).

The university offers BBM, BBA and BCA with one specialization each. The B.A candidates can choose from eight different specializations. Candidates of B.Com can have specializations in three different subjects. The university provides B.Sc programme with 10 different specializations. All of the UG courses take 3 years to be completed.

Selection of the candidate to the undergraduate (UG) courses will be done on the basis of their performance in the entrance examination, conducted by the university.

MAHER UG Medical Admission

Other than MBBS and BDS, the college offers a few more courses related to the field of medical science at undergraduate level. It offers B.Sc. in Nursing, BPT in Physiotherapy and B.Sc. in Health Science with six different specializations.

Candidates seeking admission in UG Medical programme need to appear in a Common Entrance Test (CET) exam conducted by MAHER university. The selection will be made according the score obtained by the candidates.

Required Documents

• 10th Certificate  – as proof of Date of Birth.
• 12th Certificate and mark sheet.
• The last qualification mark sheet / all semester mark sheets / Provisional Certificate /
• Degree / Diploma Certificate of the qualifying examination.
• Character Certificate
• Scorecard
• 4 passport size colored photographs in formal dress.
• Certificate of Medical Fitness
• Migration Certificate
• Proof of Residence.
• Income proof.

Placement

In the year 2023 Students of Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Chennai got direct campus placements in top companies like Apollo Healthcare, ARA Law,
Alcance Technologies, Ntrust InfoTech and more. Students of Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Chennai received Highest Package offer of Rs. 115 K per annum and Average Package of Rs. 75 K per annum Objective To train the students to meet the expectations of the industry.To provide exposure to the students about the happenings with various Industries through our Institute- Industry Collaboration.To provide excellent placement support to our students by inviting the recruiters for the Campus Recruitment.

Scholarship

Scholarships play a defining role in promotion of education, advancement of knowledge and research. Scholarship Schemes are offered to students who lack financial support to continue MAHER education. This is done to encourage and facilitate students to work towards achieving academic excellence as well as uplift students from disadvantaged sections of the society who wish to pursue higher education.

MAHER Scholarship (Opening Soon)

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Candidates who have secured 90% or more marks in the qualifying examination, irrespective of the board (for students belonging to communities other than SC/ST).

2. SC/ST students who have secured 60% or more marks in the qualifying examination, irrespective of the board

3. Children of a single parent with an income less than Rs.1, 00,000/- per year.

4. Children of ex-servicemen – personnel who served in Defense Forces in any cadre.

5. Children of MAHER employees.

6. Siblings of MAHER alumnus.

7. Candidates who are to become the first graduate in the family.

8. Physically challenged candidates.

9. MAHER alumnus applying for post-graduation.

Meenakshi Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Children of a single parent with an income less than Rs. 1, 00,000/- per year.

2. Children of ex-servicemen – personnel who served in Defence Forces in any cadre.

3. SC/ST students who have 60% or more marks in the qualifying examination irrespective of Board.

4. Candidates who are to become the first graduate in the family.

5. Students who won in Intercollegiate/State/Regional/National/International level Co- Curricular / extracurricular events (scientific / sports / culturals / literary / Fine arts events) in the previous academic year.

6. Students who have scored an aggregate of 60% and above in the previous academic year/semester Examinations.

Facilities Offered @ Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Chennai

Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research considers Sports, Recreational and cultural infrastructure facilities as an essential part of students Campus life, as they help students develop their physical and creative talents and abilities. They also provide a variety of opportunities to students to explore and develop their talents and even to set their career. MAHER houses various outdoor and indoor sports facilities, high standards gymnasium facilities for fitness, World class auditorium for conducting cultural and academic events and AYUSH related Yoga therapy centre and Yoga Meditation halls.

1). Highly trained and skilled medical staff: MAHER have a team of highly trained and skilled medical professionals which includes doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers, who have the knowledge and experience to provide excellent medical care to patients.
2). Modern medical equipment and technology: MAHER regularly upgrades medical equipment and technology to ensure that patients receive the best possible medical care and treatment.
3). Clean and well-maintained facilities: All the Hospitals under MAHER are clean and well-maintained, with facilities that are designed to provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
4). Accessible and inclusive facilities: We have Patient centric health care facilities that ensure that our facilities are accessible and inclusive to patients with disabilities which include wheelchair ramps, elevators, and other accommodations.

Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research have a robust academic facilities to provide and deliver quality education in the most appropriate way that ease the students in better understanding. The academic facilities were equipped with State-of-the-art classrooms and lecture halls, Modern laboratory facilities, Advanced computing infrastructure with High-speed internet connectivity.

Transport

Frequent transport facilities are available from the college to various places. College buses are available for students transportation.