MD in Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion 

at MGR University, Guindy

As per MSc selection criteria at MGR University students are shortlisted based on last qualifying exam. They must have completed their bachelor's degree with at least 50% total from a recognised university. Moreover seat allocation for MSc course is determined as per students' overall performance in selection round. The university may offer direct admission for its MSc course. However they must present relevant documents to complete verification process.

MGR Medical University provides Doctor of Pharmacy course through its various affiliated colleges. The fee varies as per the college. Pharma D programme at MGR Medical University ranges between INR 1.3 lakh and INR 18.2 lakh. It is certainly on the expensive end of the spectrum when compared to some of the other Doctor of Pharmacy programmes offered by other universities. Students may be eligible for tuition fee waivers provided they fulfil the eligibility criteria required for it. For further information, students are advised to visit the official website of the university or contact the admission cell of the same. 

Yes, MGR University offers a Master of Science (MSc), at the PG level. This full-time programme is offered for two years. Students interested in pursuing an MSc can refer to the following table for more information:

NOTE: The above information is as per the official website. It is still subject to change and, hence, is inductive.

The MGR University promotes research, disseminates knowledge, and is eligible for central assistance under UGC Act 1956 (UGC letter No. F.9-14/2007 [CPP-I] dt 12.3.2008). MGR University is the only Medical University in Tamil Nadu that is capable of granting affiliation to new institutions under Government or Self-financing in Medical, Dental, Indian Medicine/Homoeopathy & Allied Health Sciences (Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy and many others) and awarding degrees under a single umbrella to maintain uniform and high standards of education. Until 1988, all degrees in Health Sciences were awarded by the University of Madras. 

The MGR Medical University fee structure varies based on course and level of study. The fee structure of MGR Medical College is reasonable when compared to other similar institutions in India.

The duration of courses offered by MGR Medical University varies depending on the course and level of study. Undergraduate courses usually take 4-5 years, postgraduate courses take 2-3 years, and doctoral courses take 3-5 years. Below are some flagship courses of MGR Medical University:

MGR University offers a total of 518 seats for MSc programme. These seats are further divided into associated colleges. Additionally these seats are allocated based on students academic performance. students need to submit their application before prescribed time. However it must be noted that mentioned intake is sourced from official website. It is still subject to change.

No, admissions to the MBBS programme offered at MGR Medical University are strictly entrance-based. Students seeking to apply for the course must fulfil both the eligibility and selection criteria prior to applying. Aspirants are required to appear for the NEET UG entrance exam to be eligible for the course. Hence, a students can not join MGR Medical University MBBS course without NEET. The students may connect with the admission help desk of the university for further admission related queries, including the possibility of direct admissions.  

Given below is the admission process for MGR Medical University:

• Candidates aspiring to take admission in any of the courses offered at MGR Medical University must apply through the university’s official websites by paying the required application fee.
• MGR Medical University inducts students for most of its courses based on their academic performance in the qualifying examinations. Candidates having good academic records have higher chances of getting their desired discipline in that particular programme.
• Selected candidates can register for the counselling process which involves filling out the branch preference for that particular course applied by the candidate followed by document verification and fee payment leading to the candidate’s final seat allotment.

There is no possibility of getting direct admission at MGR Medical University. MGR Medical University being a state government university is bound to adhere the rules and regulations constituted by the Government of Tamil Nadu.

MGR Medical University course admissions are made either through entrance exams or academic merit.

For admission in MBBS/ BDS programme, the candidate should appear for the NEET-UG exam and should obtain a valid percentile/ score. Besides taking the NEET exam, candidates should also fill out the MGR University application form through its official website. Applicants based on their NEET score will get selected for the counselling rounds.

Also, for BSc admission, candidates should have satisfactory marks in their qualifying examination as MGR University BSc admissions are merit-based. Selected candidates can further register for the counselling process followed by document verification and fee payment.

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