SRM Ramapuram - 2024 Admission, Fees, Courses, Ranking, Placement

SRMC Deemed University for medical education
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University) previously known as SRMC & RI (DU), ranked among the top health sciences universities in India, had its origin as Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute which was established by Sri Ramachandra Educational and Health Trust in the year 1985 as a private not-for-profit self-financing institution and dedicated to serve the society as a centre of excellence with emphasis on medical education, research and health care. The Trust achieved the task of establishing the Institution as a “Centre of Excellence” under the leadership of Late Shri. N.P.V.Ramasamy Udayar who was the Founder & Managing Trustee of the Trust and also the first Chancellor of the Deemed University. Shri.V.R.Venkataachalam is currently the Chancellor of the Deemed University and is also the Managing Trustee of the Trust. Shri R.V. Sengutuvan is the Pro Chancellor of the Deemed University.

In view of its academic excellence, the Government of India declared Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute as a Deemed University in September, 1994 under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956. As notified by the UGC, the nomenclature of the institution was changed to Sri Ramachandra University in 2006 and reverted to SRMC&RI (DU) from December, 2017. Now, as per the Notification dt.08.08.2018 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India, the name of the DU has been changed to “Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University).

Over three decades, the institute has transformed into a full-fledged Deemed University and at present, with twelve faculties / constituent colleges, viz., Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Faculty of Dental Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Faculty of Nursing, Faculty of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Faculty of Management, Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Technology and Research, Faculty of Public Health, Faculty of Sports & Exercise Sciences Faculty of Clinical Research, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, the Deemed University offers 150 UG and PG programs in health care sciences. With a faculty strength of around 950, more than 6,500 students receive teaching and training under them (Faculty: Student ratio 1:7) from the academic year 2019-20.

Accreditations and recognitions

The consistent quest for excellence in medical education, health care and research has earned the Deemed University many notable accreditations, recognitions and awards. Notable among them are:

The Deemed University has been graded as Category I Status by the UGC in 2018.It has also has achieved the distinction of being placed at the 33rd rank among all Universities in India by the MHRD NIRF Ranking 2019. The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has reaccredited (in cycle-2) SRMC & RI (DU) with “A” Grade with a CGPA of 3.62 on a 4-point scale, the highest to be awarded to a private medical Deemed University in India. The India Today Survey of 2019 has placed the Deemed University as the Best Health Sciences University in the Private Sectors in India . The Joint Commission International (JCI) reaccredited the hospital, the first teaching hospital in India to obtain the accreditation up to January, 2018. Similar reaccreditation has also been received from the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals (NABH). The Medical Council of India (MCI) has recognized and upgraded the Regional Centre in Medical Education Technologies, Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, as a Nodal Centre for medical education technology courses. The WHO has designated Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Research and Training in Occupational Health. The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has reaccredited the Biodosimetry lab of the Department of Human Genetics for assessment of personnel radiation exposure and related studies. The Faculty of Public Health has the distinction of being recognized by the ICMR as a “SRMC & RI (DU) ICMR Centre for Advanced Research on Air Quality, Climate and Health” The Deemed University was ranked 5th under SWACHH Campus Ranking 2018 of Universities (Residential) by the MHRD, Govt. of India, for maintaining a green, garbage and pollution free hygienic campus. Location and accessibility

Location and accessibility
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University) is located in Porur, on the busy Chennai – Bangalore highway, a twenty minute drive from the Chennai international airport. Chennai is a busy metropolis situated at head of sixty miles of pristine beach in the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is a fast growing industrial, medical and knowledge hub in South India that retains its charm, tradition and culture. It is well connected by road, rail and air to almost any destination in the world.

The Mission
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University) will actively promote and preserve the higher values and ethics in education, health care and research and will pursue excellence in all these areas while consciously meeting the expectations of the people it serves without prejudice and in all fairness stay socially meaningful in its propagation of the various arts and sciences to enrich humanity at large.

The Vision
"To offer diverse educational programmes that facilitate the development of competent professionals and valuable citizens, who demonstrate excellence in the respective disciplines, while being locally and globally responsive in areas of education, healthcare delivery and research".

Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research admission is offered through the university entrance exam which is then followed by the interview. For some courses, the university also accepts admission based on national entrance exams.

Placement Cell
A senior faculty member from each department acts as the placement coordinator to enable the smooth functioning of the activities of the Placement and Training Cell.

Students are referred to different companies for undergoing in plant training, so as to acquire practical knowledge and exposure to supplement their theoretical learning
The placement cell provides career guidance to the students about the various career options especially regarding the higher studies in India as well as abroad
The placement cell enables the different departments to offer soft skills development programmes
Students are placed in top-notch organizations. The quality of the campus recruiters will vouchsafe this

The Culmination of academic learning is manifested when a student makes a first step into the world of career building. The range of careers open to the graduates is an ever widening one, with employers seeking capable, articulate and well-motivated graduates who can make an effective contribution to their organization.

The uniqueness of the department for Training and Placement of this prestigious Institution is prevalent through the execution of meticulous planning and systematic schedule .T & P Cell has been functioning untiringly towards the benefits of the students to strike out a difference in the corporate world. Students are provided with employability skills that will not only equip them with the knowledge, attitude and abilities for a future career, but also a practical professional experience through the in-plant training / Industrial visits in various reputed organisations viz., ISRO, All India Radio, Cement Factories, Southern Railway Workshop, BSNL, Power Grid Corporations, Leading software companies , Massive building / bridge construction sites etc.

Ramapuram Campus Scholarships and Funding
Scholarship 1
University provide various scholarship for the students
1. Chairman Scholarship (All Branches)
Eligibility for scholarship -
CBSE or State Board District Topper in any district in India.
95% and above in JEE Mains.
Percentage of Scholarship / Concession in tuition fee - 75%.

2. Ramapuram merit scholarships Grade I
Eligibility for scholarship -
85 % and above in JEE Mains - For Computer science and specialization courses
75% and above in JEE Mains - Except CSE and IT
Percentage of Scholarship / Concession in tuition fee - 30%

Scholarship 2
3. State Scholarships Grade I (All Branches)
Eligibility for scholarship - 90% and above aggregate in PCM
Percentage of Scholarship / Concession in tuition fee - 50%

SRM Institute  Ramapuram Campus Facilities :
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram campus facilities and infrastructure include a central library that has various books on science, engineering and humanities. The institute has an air-conditioned auditorium, separate hostels for boys and girls, transport facilities, a bank facility and medical facilities for its students. Other facilities and infrastructure at SRM IST Ramapuram catering facilities, banking facilities and Xerox & DTP facilities. SRM IST Ramapuram buildings and infrastructure include main block, new BMS block, new admin block, basic engineering block, PG block, girls hostel and boys hostel.

Boys Hostel
SRM IST Ramapuram hostel facilities include a separate hostel for boys and it is geographically separated to ensure privacy. Each hostel room has its study hall and the boys’ hostel have a separate department store and internet centre. It operates around the clock, offering free healthcare services to students, staff, and the general public.
Girls Hostel
SRM IST Ramapuram Girls' hostels on the campus are geographically isolated to ensure privacy. The girls' hostels include kitchen facilities and dining halls for the students. The girls’ hostel has solar heaters that provide hot water. The rooms in the girls’ hostel have a study hall, department store, and internet center. A food court, canteen, DTP, Bank/ATM, internet, telecom center, supermarket, sports, entertainment/recreation, and gym and yoga halls are among the other girls’ hostel amenities at SRM IST Ramapuram campus.
Medical/Hospital
The University has Students, staff members, and the public treated at a multi-specialty/general hospital on campus for general, medical, and dental problems. The hospital has emergency services such as the Causality department, Trauma care, ICU services, Maternity care, 24-hour pharmacy, lab services, Ultrasound & X-Ray facilities, ambulance services, and emergency operation facilities are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at the hospital in the institute.
Library
SRM IST Ramapuram library facilities include a wide variety of books, magazines and journals that is helpful for the students to gain knowledge.
Sports
The University has infrastructure including sports equipment for outdoor and indoor games on campus for the students.
I.T Infrastructure
SRM IST Ramapuram has well-equipped IT infrastructure facilities for the students.
Cafeteria
The University has a cafeteria that provides high-quality food and refreshments by supplying both vegetarian and non-veg dishes to the students.
Auditorium
SRM IST Ramapuram has an air-conditioned auditorium with a seating capacity of 750. The auditorium is equipped with public added system and in built amplifier speakers. An open auditorium with a seating capacity of 3000 is attached to the auditorium. The campus is also housed three air-conditioned Seminar Halls with a seating capacity of 200 each.
Alumni Associations
SRM IST Ramapuram has A full-fledged Alumni Association is functioning with the strength of more than 400 members from India and countries abroad.
Convenience Store
The University has a modern photocopier with reduction enlargement facilities. The institute has a full-fledged DTP section that includes a network in Pentium IV computers with a scanner, laser printer, color printers, and other necessary software. The DTP section provides services to students in the compilation of their project reports.
Banks/ATMs
SRM IST Ramapuram has City Union Bank (extension counter) and the working hours are 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and Monday Holiday.

Transport Facility
The University provides transport facilities which include bus and other transport facilities for the students and staff members.