Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV) Puducherry

Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV), a Deemed-to-be University, is a premier healthcare and medical education institution in Puducherry, recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited with NAAC A++ grade. Among its constituent institutions, the Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute (MGMCRI), established in 2001, stands out as one of South India’s leading medical colleges. Spread across a sprawling 40-acre campus near Puducherry-Cuddalore highway, MGMCRI offers MBBS, MD, MS, super-specialty programs, and allied health sciences. Known for its advanced teaching hospital with over 1000 beds, cutting-edge research centers, and strong community health outreach, MGMCRI is dedicated to producing skilled doctors and healthcare professionals. With excellent placements in hospitals and research institutes across India and abroad, it has emerged as a hub of medical excellence.

Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (MGMCRI)
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About Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV) Puducherry

Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV) was declared a Deemed-to-be University in 2008, bringing under its umbrella multiple institutions of healthcare and medical sciences including MGMCRI, Shri Sathya Sai Medical College (Chengalpattu), Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, and Kasturba Gandhi Nursing College.

The flagship institution, MGMCRI, is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is ranked among the top private medical colleges in India. The institute emphasizes a holistic approach to medical education blending theory, clinical exposure, community medicine, and research. Its super-specialty hospital is equipped with 24×7 emergency services, modern ICUs, advanced diagnostic laboratories, and specialized departments in cardiology, neurology, oncology, and nephrology.

Academically, MGMCRI offers a robust curriculum with outcome-based learning, interactive classrooms, simulation labs, and compulsory internships. It also encourages research-driven learning through its dedicated research wing and collaborations with national and international medical research organizations.

SBV’s focus on interdisciplinary healthcare education, strong clinical exposure, and patient-centered learning environment ensures that its graduates are well-prepared to excel in global healthcare sectors

Academic Courses- 
  • Integrated Programs (5 years):

    • M.Sc. (Applied Geology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science)

    • M.A. (History, Politics, Sociology, Economics, Social Work)

  • Postgraduate Programs (2 years):

    • MBA (General, Banking, HR, International Business, Insurance, Tourism, etc.)

    • M.Tech (Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Green Energy, etc.)

    • M.Sc. (Biotechnology, Physics, Chemistry, Applied Geology, Ocean Studies, etc.)

    • M.A. (English, Hindi, Sociology, Political Science, French, etc.)

    • MCA

    • LL.M.

  • Doctoral Programs (Ph.D.):

    • Offered in science, engineering, social sciences, commerce, and humanities disciplines

  • Distance Education Programs (DDE):

    • MBA, M.Com., MA, MCA, etc.

Placement Highlights:

Internship & Residency Programs: Compulsory hospital-based training with stipends

    • Placement Support: Students placed in leading hospitals like Apollo, Fortis, Kauvery, and international healthcare setups

    • Research Opportunities: Collaborations with ICMR, WHO, and international universities

    • Career Tracks: Clinical practice, higher medical education (DM/M.Ch., Ph.D.), global healthcare careers

    • Average Package (Healthcare Jobs): ₹8–12 LPA for specialists; ₹4–6 LPA for fresh MBBS graduates

    • Alumni widely recognized in India and abroad for professional excellence

Fee Structure 2025
Course Total Tuition Fees
BSc (28 Courses) ₹ 1.5 L – 6 L
MD (30 Courses) ₹ 3 L – 1.5 Cr
MBBS (2 Courses) ₹ 94.5 L – 1.08 Cr
M.Sc. (9 Courses) ₹ 1 L – 4.5 L
MDS (9 Courses) ₹ 9 L
BDS (1 Course) ₹ 12 L
BMLT (2 Courses) ₹ 4 L
MS (6 Courses) ₹ 96 L – 1.5 Cr
PG Diploma (12 Courses) ₹ 20 K – 48 L
DM (3 Courses) ₹ 40 L
M.Ch. (3 Courses) ₹ 15 L – 60 L
UG Diploma (1 Course) ₹ 20 K
Scholarship Statistics 2025
Gender
Male
Female
Total
57
90
OBC
0
0
SC
1
1
ST
45
60
Muslim
2
8
PWD
0
0
Minority Community
9
21
St. Joseph’s College Placement Report 2025
Particulars
Statistics
Placement Percentage
90%
Number of Companies Visited
50
Number of Students Placed
90%
Number of Offers Made
300
Average Package Offered
Rs 4 LPA
Highest Package Offered
Rs 10 LPA
Campus Facilities
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SBV Puducherry Admission Process 2025-26

Admissions are merit-based via entrance exams, followed by counseling. Key steps:

  1. Eligibility Check: UG (10+2 with 50% in PCB for medical; general eligibility 45% for reserved). PG (relevant UG with 50-55%; work experience desirable for MBA/MPH). PhD (Master’s with 55%; research proposal required).
  2. Entrance Exams:
    • MBBS/BDS: NEET UG (mandatory; cutoff ~600+ for general).
    • Other UG (Nursing, Allied Health, B.Pharm): University CET or merit (10+2 marks).
    • PG (MD/MS/MDS): NEET PG (mandatory).
    • Non-NEET PG (M.Sc, MBA, MPH): University CET or merit; extended till Aug 15, 2025 for M.Sc Biotech/Bioinformatics.
    • PhD: SBV Entrance Test + Interview (research proposal; provisional list out for 2025 Batch II; induction on Sep 8, 2025).
  3. Application Steps:
    • Visit apply.sbvu.ac.in or sbvu.ac.in/admissions/.
    • Register with email/mobile; fill online form (upload documents like marksheets, photo, signature).
    • Pay fee (₹1,500-2,000 for UG/PG; ₹1,000 for PhD).
    • Submit; receive admit card for CET (if applicable).
    • Appear for exam/interview; merit list released (e.g., provisional for non-NEET PG 2025-26).
  4. Counseling & Seat Allotment: Centralized via MCC (for NEET) or SBV portal; document verification at campus. Provisional lists for 2025-26 (e.g., PhD, MBA Hospital Admin, MPH) are out.
  5. Important Dates (2025-26):
    • UG/PG Applications: Open (extended for select; last for M.Sc Aug 15, 2025).
    • NEET UG: May 5, 2025 (results Jun 2025); counseling Jul-Aug 2025.
    • CET (Non-NEET): Jul-Aug 2025; interviews Sep 2025.
    • PhD Induction: Sep 8, 2025.
    • Convocation Registration: Extended to Sep 1, 2025 (Chennai) / Aug 18, 2025 (Pondicherry).

SBVU UG – 3 years NIRF Placements Data: Universities

UG 3 years

2020-21

2021-22

2022-23

Median salary

6.21 LPA

6.62 LPA

6.93 LPA

% Students Placed

93%

100%

95%

Students placed

142

158

170

% Passing Students

100%

100%

100%

Students admitted

152

158

179

Students opted for higher studies

10

9

Students graduated

152

158

179

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