Saveetha University (SIMATS), Chennai: Medical, Dental and Technical Education

SIMATS stands for Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, a private deemed-to-be university in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was formerly named Saveetha University and was renamed on 30 November 2017 following a UGC letter. Many students and parents still search for it as Saveetha University.

Yes. SIMATS is a private deemed-to-be university. Its name changed from Saveetha University to Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences on 30 November 2017 per a UGC letter. Official recognition documents are listed on the mandatory disclosures page of this website.

SIMATS holds a NAAC A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.66, awarded in June 2022 by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. A++ is the highest grade on the NAAC scale. The accreditation certificate is available on the mandatory disclosures page.

The campus is at Saveetha Nagar, Thandalam, Kanchipuram-Chennai Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 602105. It lies west of Chennai city beyond Poonamallee. Our How to reach page gives directions from Chennai Airport, Koyambedu and Poonamallee, and the Contact page includes a map.

SIMATS offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs across 16 institutions. Subjects include medicine, dentistry, engineering, law, management, pharmacy, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, allied health, architecture, liberal arts and hospitality. Use the program finder to filter by institution, level and discipline.

Start on the Admission page. Check eligibility for your chosen program, then submit the online enquiry and application form. The admissions team will confirm entrance requirements, documents and dates. For help, call 044 2680 1050 during office hours.

Program fees are published on the Fee structure page under Admission. Fees vary by program, institution and year of study. Figures are only shown once confirmed by the university; for any program not yet listed, contact the admissions team for the current official fee.

In NIRF 2025, SIMATS ranked 13th in India for Research and 23rd Overall. In the QS World University Rankings 2027 it is placed in the 801–850 band. The Rankings page lists every ranking body with its source and year.

Yes, SIMATS provides on-campus hostel accommodation for students. Room types, availability and hostel fees differ by institution and year. See the Facilities page for an overview and contact the admissions team to confirm current hostel options and charges.

Yes, SIMATS welcomes international applicants across many of its programs. Eligibility, equivalence of qualifications and visa documents depend on your country and program. Contact the admissions team through the enquiry form on the Admission page for guidance specific to your application.