CMC Vellore management quota 2026: seats, fees, NEET rules
Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore will allocate a limited number of management quota and Christian minority seats for the 2026 academic year, while maintaining NEET eligibility rules set by the National Medical Commission. Students must meet age and academic requirements before applying.
CMC Vellore management quota: seats and fee estimates
The college lists approximate seat and fee patterns for planning purposes; official figures may vary. For 2026 the estimated seat matrix is:
| Course | Total seats (approx.) | Management quota seats (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 100 | 15–20 |
| MD/MS (PG) | 175 | 25–30 |
| Allied Health Sciences | 200 | 20–25 |
Annual tuition for management quota seats is higher than regular merit seats. Approximate fees for 2026 are:
- MBBS tuition: ₹3,00,000–₹6,00,000 per year. One-time admission fee about ₹25,000 .
- MBBS hostel & mess: ₹90,000–₹1,20,000 per year; caution deposit ₹20,000 refundable.
- PG (MD/MS) tuition: ₹6,50,000–₹12,00,000 per year; hostel ₹1,20,000 ; admission/misc ₹30,000 ; caution deposit ₹25,000 .
- NRI/foreign category: ₹12,00,000–₹20,00,000 per year.
CMC Vellore does not always publish management quota seat numbers publicly; these figures are consistent with recent patterns but students should verify final numbers with the institution.
CMC Vellore management quota: eligibility and selection process
Key eligibility requirements for 2026 admissions are clear and uniform across admission modes:
- NEET-UG qualification required for MBBS applicants; NEET-PG for postgraduate applicants. This follows NMC guidelines.
- For MBBS: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; minimum age 17 years on or before 31 Dec 2026 .
- For PG: MBBS degree and required internship completion as per regulations.
- Candidates must satisfy institution and community-specific norms for Christian minority or sponsored categories.
Selection for management quota typically involves online application through the official portal, shortlisting, an interview, and document verification. Applicants must produce originals and photocopies of NEET scorecard, mark sheets, ID, community or sponsorship proof and other standard certificates.
How to apply and what students should do now
Apply only via the official CMC Vellore admissions website: cmch-vellore.edu . Upload required documents and follow the portal instructions for application fee payment and scheduling.
Because exact seat numbers, interview format and payment/refund details are not always published in advance, students should keep documentation ready and monitor official announcements from the college for final instructions and timelines.