Velammal Medical College Hospital & Research Institute NRI Quota Admissions, Seats & Fee

Velammal Medical College Hospital & Research Institute is a private medical college located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, and is affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. The college is part of the well-known Velammal Group of Institutions and is supported by a large attached multi-specialty teaching hospital, offering strong clinical exposure to students.

The college offers 150 MBBS seats every year. Out of these, a dedicated NRI quota is available, which is filled through Tamil Nadu State Counselling (TN-MCC) under the NRI category.
As per the latest available data, the annual MBBS tuition fee for NRI students at Velammal Medical College is around USD 40,000 to 45,000 per year, while the management quota fee for Indian students is around ₹18,00,000 to ₹20,00,000 per year. Hostel and mess charges are paid separately.

Velammal Medical College participates in Tamil Nadu State Counselling (TN-MCC) for both Indian and NRI category seats.

Seat Structure

Seat Insight

1. Total Seats

Velammal Medical College Hospital & Research Institute has an approved intake of 150 MBBS seats every academic year.

2. Indian / Management Quota Seats

Around 127 seats are filled under the Indian / Management category through Tamil Nadu State Counselling (TN-MCC) based on NEET-UG rank.

3. NRI Quota

Approximately 23 MBBS seats are reserved for NRI candidates under the Tamil Nadu NRI category.

4. Who Can Apply for NRI Seats

Only candidates with valid NRI status and a qualifying NEET-UG score are eligible for these seats.

5. Seat Allotment Rule

All seats, including NRI quota seats, are allotted strictly through TN-MCC counselling based on NEET merit.
There is no donation-based, offline, or direct admission route.

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Velammal Medical College MBBS Fee for NRI Students

Fee Structure (Latest Available Range)

Fee Insights

• The NRI MBBS fee at Velammal Medical College generally ranges between USD 40,000 and 45,000 per year.
  
• Indian management quota students pay around ₹18–20 lakh per year.
  
• Hostel, food, and personal living expenses are separate from the tuition fee.
  
• The exact fee is finalized each year through TN-MCC and official college circulars.
  

Eligibility for NRIs at Velammal Medical College

NRI Students Eligibility Criteria

• The candidate must have qualified NEET-UG.
  
• Application must be made through Tamil Nadu State Counselling (TN-MCC) under the NRI category.
  
• The student must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as core subjects.
  
• A minimum of 50th percentile in NEET-UG (General Category) is required.
  
• The candidate must be 17 years or older at the time of admission.
  
• Valid NRI proof such as passport and sponsorship documents is mandatory.

Eligibility for Indian Students at Velammal Medical College

• Indian candidates must qualify NEET-UG, which is compulsory for MBBS admission.
  
• They must apply through Tamil Nadu State Counselling (TN-MCC).
  
• Students must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
  
• The minimum required NEET cut-off percentile must be met.
  
• The minimum age for admission is 17 years.

Documents Required for NRI Admission

Velammal Medical College MBBS Admission Process for NRI Students

Admissions to Velammal Medical College under the NRI quota are conducted only through Tamil Nadu State Counselling (TN-MCC). There is no direct or offline admission route.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Qualify NEET-UG
   
2. Register on TN-MCC counselling portal under NRI category
   
3. Upload NEET scorecard, Passport, and NRI proof documents
   
4. Select Velammal Medical College Hospital & Research Institute in choice filling
   
5. Seat allotment based on NEET rank and NRI seat availability
   
6. Payment of NRI tuition fee (USD 40,000–45,000 approx.)
   
7. Report to the college with all original documents
   
8. Complete admission & hostel formalities

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Frequently Asked Questions

1.Does Velammal Medical College Hospital & Research Institute offer an NRI quota?
Yes, the college offers a dedicated NRI quota, with seats allotted through Tamil Nadu State Counselling (TN-MCC) under the NRI category.

2.How many MBBS seats are available at Velammal Medical College?
Velammal Medical College has an approved annual intake of 150 MBBS seats, including 23 NRI quota seats and 127 Indian/Management quota seats.

3.How are NRI MBBS seats allotted at Velammal Medical College?
NRI seats are allotted strictly through Tamil Nadu State Counselling (TN-MCC) based on NEET-UG merit and seat availability.

4.What is the tuition fee for NRI students?
The MBBS tuition fee for NRI students ranges approximately between USD 40,000 and USD 45,000 per year, excluding hostel, mess, and other charges.

5.What is the MBBS fee for Indian management quota students?
Indian students admitted under the management quota pay around ₹18,00,000 to ₹20,00,000 per year as tuition fee.

6.Is NEET-UG mandatory for NRI admission?
Yes, qualifying NEET-UG is compulsory for all NRI and Indian students seeking MBBS admission at Velammal Medical College.

7.Are direct or donation-based admissions allowed?
No, Velammal Medical College does not allow direct, offline, or donation-based MBBS admissions under any category.

8.Who is eligible to apply for NRI quota seats?
Candidates with valid NRI status, required sponsorship documents, and a qualifying NEET-UG score are eligible to apply under the NRI quota.

9.What documents are required for NRI admission?
Required documents include NEET scorecard, passport, NRI sponsorship affidavit, Class 10 and 12 certificates, TN-MCC allotment letter, photographs, and medical fitness certificate.

10.What is the duration of the MBBS course at Velammal Medical College?
The MBBS program consists of 4.5 years of academic study followed by one year of compulsory internship, as per Indian medical education regulations.