About Christian Medical College, Vellore
Christian Medical College, Vellore, founded by Dr Ida Scudder in 1900, offers MBBS, B.Sc Nursing, allied health degrees, MD/MS and many nursing and allied PG courses.
Christian Medical College in Vellore was established in 1900 by Dr Ida S. Scudder, and its nursing school followed in 1909. Its LMP medical course, begun in 1918, was upgraded to the MBBS in 1942, and in 1946 it started what it describes as the first degree course in nursing in India. Today undergraduates can join MBBS, B.Sc Nursing at the Vellore and Chittoor campuses, or B.Sc allied health science courses. Postgraduate options include MD/MS, MCh Neurosurgery, nursing M.Sc, and M.Sc, MHA, MPH, MPT and MOT programmes, along with fellowships, diplomas and DNB training linked to its large hospital.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Accepts: NEET-UG |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Medicine Accepts: NEET-PG |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Surgery Accepts: NEET-PG |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Interview
CMC Vellore runs its own admissions portal for MBBS, nursing, allied health and postgraduate courses, and publishes a prospectus for each cycle. MBBS seats require a NEET-UG score, and medical PG seats are based on NEET-PG, with further selection steps set by the college. Applicants should follow the notices on admissions.cmcvellore.ac.in.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Chemistry; Must have studied: Biology; Must have studied: English; Biotechnology accepted in place of Biology; age 17 on or before 31 January of the NEET-UG year; minimum eligible score in NEET-UG
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCB); Must have studied: English; At least 45% marks in Class 12; minimum age 17 on 31 December of the admission year
- Doctor of Medicine: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery; MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate recognised under the NMC Act 2019; permanent or provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council; one-year internship completed by the cut-off date; NEET-PG qualification
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Master of Surgery: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery; MBBS degree or provisional pass certificate recognised under the NMC Act 2019; permanent or provisional registration with NMC/State Medical Council; one-year internship completed by the cut-off date; NEET-PG qualification
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Medical
- Library
Where these courses lead
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Frequently asked questions
When was CMC Vellore founded?
In 1900, by Dr Ida S. Scudder.
Which UG courses does CMC Vellore offer?
MBBS, B.Sc Nursing (Vellore and Chittoor campuses) and B.Sc Allied Health Sciences.
Where do I apply?
On the admissions portal admissions.cmcvellore.ac.in, which also carries the college prospectus.
Does CMC offer MD and MS?
Yes, MD/MS seats are listed under medical PG courses.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Christian Medical College Vellore · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Education - CMC Vellore · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Admissions - CMC Vellore · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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