NEW DELHI: If you dream of becoming a doctor, you should know the top private medical colleges in India as per the NIRF 2024 ranking. The National Institutional Ranking Framework evaluates medical colleges based on teaching, learning, resources, research, professional practice, graduation outcomes, and outreach. The National Testing Agency will conduct the NEET UG 2025 exam on 4 May. Scoring good marks in the NEET exam is a requirement for MBBS courses.
The top 10 private medical colleges in India were chosen based on several key factors:
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- Best clinical exposure
- State-of-the-art infrastructure
- A strong global reputation
- High overall ratings and student satisfaction
- Consistent good results in NEET PG
Top 5 Private Medical Colleges in India
Choosing the right private medical college is crucial for your future as an MBBS doctor. Here are comprehensive details on the top 5 private medical colleges in India. It will help you choose the best college for your medical career.
Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore
- NIRF Rank- #3.
- CMC Vellore was established in 1918 and is operated by the Christian community as an unaided minority institution.
- The college is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Chennai.
- It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, super-specialty, and doctoral programs across more than 55 departments.
- The institute provides courses in Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Paramedical Sciences.
- The MBBS program tuition fee at CMC Vellore is Rs 13,500.
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
- NIRF rank- #9.
- Located in Karnataka it was established in 1953.
- The college is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with the Manipal Academy of Higher Education.
- It offers a wide range of UG, PG, and fellowship programs including MBBS, MS, MD, and MSc.
- Admissions are based on candidates’ rankings in the NEET entrance exam.
- Tuition Fees vary from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 65 lakh, depending on the chosen course.
- It’s NIRF ranking is #11.
- It was established in 1999.
- Dr DY Patil College of Ayurved and Research Centre is located in Pune, Maharashtra.
- The institute offers a total of 23 courses, including MD, MS, BAMS, and PhD, with a specialization in Ayurveda.
- It provides undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degree programs.
- The total cost of education at the institute ranges between Rs 4.5 lakh and Rs 20.7 lakh.
The Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai
- It ranks #12 in the NIRF list.
- It was established in 2008
- The institute offers a variety of medical courses.
- The available courses include MBBS, BDS, MD, and MS.
- Admission is based on a student’s performance in the NEET entrance examination.
- The fees for medical courses at the institute range from Rs 8 lakh to Rs 25.25 lakh per year.
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
- Its NIRF ranking is #18
- This institution was formerly known as SRM University Chennai.
- It is a top-ranked university under the SRM Group of Institutions.
- The university is ranked between 1001-1200 in the QS World University Rankings 2025.
- It falls under the ‘World University’ category in the rankings.
- The total cost of admission to this college is approximately Rs 1.13 crore.
Medical aspirants must take the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) to secure admission to these colleges. NEET is a national-level exam for undergraduate medical and dental courses (MBBS/BDS) in government and private institutions across India. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the NEET UG 2025 exam in pen-and-paper mode on May 4.
