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A stylized bird in flight, representing the CARE logo.Chettinad Academy of Research and Education
Kelambakkam, Chengalpattu District · Tamil Nadu
NIRF University
#79
A stylized bird in flight, representing the CARE logo.Kelambakkam, Chengalpattu District · Tamil Nadu
NIRF University
#79
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Chettinad Academy of Research and Education (CARE) is a private deemed-to-be university located in Kelambakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2006 by the Chettinad Group, it operates under the umbrella of the Chettinad Hospital & Research Institute (CHRI). The institution focuses on medical, allied health sciences, and research-oriented education, with its flagship program being MBBS through the Chettinad Hospital & Research Institute. CARE has evolved into a multi-disciplinary university offering programs in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, allied health sciences, and basic sciences. The campus spans approximately 164 acres and includes a 1,200-bed tertiary care teaching hospital that serves as the primary clinical training facility for students. The institution emphasizes research, with dedicated research centers and collaborations with international institutions. It is recognized by UGC under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 as a deemed-to-be university.
Programs
73
listed
Streams
3
covered
NIRF
#79
University
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Placements
2025 · avg across 8 programs
Aggregated from the latest placement reports across this institution's programs. Per-program detail lives in each program's deck.
Median CTC
₹4.0L
per year
Average CTC
₹4.6L
per year
Highest CTC
₹10.0L
reported
Placed
70%
of eligible
Top recruiters
Cost of attendance
editable estimate
Tuition is pulled from the program's listed fees. Hostel / living / books defaults are India tier-1 averages — adjust to your situation.
Total over 6 years
₹17.4L
₹2.9L per year
Payback est.
29.0y
vs. median entry CTC ₹4.0L
Assumes you direct ~15% of gross pay (≈ 60% take-home × 25% savings rate) toward recouping your education cost. Adjust mentally if your numbers differ — this is a frame, not a forecast.
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
ug 5y integrated · 54m · 250 seats
B.OT
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
B.Pharm
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B. Pharm - Bachelor of Pharmacy
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
BPT
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
BPT Bachelor of Physiotherapy
ug 4y · 54m · 50 seats
B.Sc Nursing
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
D.M. Cardiology
ug 3y · 36m · 4 seats
D.M. Medical Gastroenterology
ug 3y · 36m · 4 seats
D.M. Neonatology
ug 3y · 36m · 2 seats
D.M. Neurology
ug 3y · 36m · 4 seats
MBBS
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 150 seats
M.Ch. Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery
ug 3y · 36m · 2 seats
M.Ch. (Cardio Vascular & Thoracic Surgery)
ug 3y · 36m
M.Ch. Neuro Surgery
ug 3y · 36m · 4 seats
M.Ch. Urology
ug 3y · 36m · 5 seats
M.D. (Anatomy)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Anesthesiology)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Biochemistry)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Community Medicine)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Dermatology, Venerology and Leprosy)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Emergency Medicine)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Forensic Medicine)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (General Medicine)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Microbiology)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Paediatrics)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Pathology)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Pharmacology)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Physiology)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Psychiatry)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Radio-diagnosis)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Respiratory Medicine)
ug 3y · 36m
M.D. (Sports Medicine)
ug 3y · 36m
M.S. (General Surgery)
ug 3y · 36m
M.S. (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
ug 3y · 36m
M.S. (Ophthalmology)
ug 3y · 36m
M.S. (Orthopaedics)
ug 3y · 36m
M.S. (Otorhinolaryngology) ENT
ug 3y · 36m
Pharm. D (Doctor of Pharmacy)
ug 3y · 72m · 60 seats
BA.LL.B. (Hons.)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 60 seats
BB.A.LL.B (Hons.)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 60 seats
BCom.LLB (Hons.)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 60 seats
LLB
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
Bachelor in Occupational Therapy (BOT)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 60 seats
Bachelor of Optometry
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY (B.P.T)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 60 seats
Bachelors of Architecture (B.Arch)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 40 seats
Diagnoses and treats illness; the MBBS-to-specialist pathway.
95/100
India demand
Entry
₹5L – ₹15L
Senior
₹30L – ₹120L
Frontline patient care — B.Sc Nursing opens doors to India, Gulf, UK, and Australian hospitals.
90/100
India demand
Entry
₹2.5L – ₹6L
Senior
₹15L – ₹35L
Builds and maintains software systems across web, mobile, and data.
85/100
India demand
Entry
₹4L – ₹12L
Senior
₹35L – ₹90L
Extracts insights from data using statistics, ML, and domain knowledge.
80/100
India demand
Entry
₹6L – ₹18L
Senior
₹45L – ₹110L
School teaching or university faculty — B.Ed / B.El.Ed for schools, PhD for college posts.
80/100
India demand
Entry
₹3L – ₹7L
Senior
₹18L – ₹40L
Owns the what & why of a product; cross-functional leadership.
78/100
India demand
Entry
₹7L – ₹22L
Senior
₹50L – ₹120L
Yes, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education is recognised by the University Grants Commission.
Chettinad Academy of Research and Education is NAAC-accredited with grade A.
Chettinad Academy of Research and Education is ranked #79 in the NIRF University category in India's National Institutional Ranking Framework.
Yes, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education offers on-campus hostel accommodation for students enrolled in one or more of its programs.
Yes, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education offers scholarships across one or more of its programs. Eligibility and amounts vary by program; check the institution's official admissions page for specifics.
Chettinad Academy of Research and Education offers 73 programs across 3 streams (Medical & Allied Health, Commerce & Management, Sciences & Arts).
Across 8 programs reporting placement stats in 2025, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education has a median CTC of ₹4.0L per year and a placement rate of ~70%. See the institution page for per-program breakdowns and top recruiters.
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Aggregated rating
3.6/5
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Students appreciate the clinical training infrastructure and hospital exposure but frequently complain about the high fee structure and remote location. MBBS students generally report better satisfaction due to strong clinical training, while allied health and basic science students express concerns about placement support and value for money. The campus environment and facilities receive positive feedback, but connectivity remains a persistent issue.
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LL.B (Hons.)
ug 3y · 36m · 60 seats
B.Arch
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 60 seats
B.Sc Allied Health Science
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
B.Sc Biomedical Sciences (Hons.)
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
B.Sc Counselling Psychology (Hons.)
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
B.Sc Medical Biotechnology (Hons.)
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
B.Sc Medical Genetics (Hons.)
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
B.Sc. Sports and Exercise Science (Hons.)
ug 4y · 48m · 60 seats
MASTER OF PHYSIOTHERAPY (M.P.T)
pg · 24m · 60 seats
MOT in Musculoskeletal Sciences
pg · 24m · 60 seats
MOT in Neurosciences
pg · 24m · 60 seats
MOT in Paediatrics & Neonatology
pg · 24m · 60 seats
MOT in Rehabilitation
pg · 24m · 60 seats
MSc Clinical Embryology
pg · 24m · 60 seats
M.Sc. Clinical Research & Experimental Medicine
pg · 24m · 60 seats
M.Sc. Counselling Psychology
pg · 24m · 60 seats
M.Sc. Echocardiography & Cardiovascular Imaging Technology
pg · 24m · 60 seats
M.Sc. Human Nutrition
pg · 24m · 60 seats
M.Sc Medical Biochemistry
pg · 24m · 15 seats
M.Sc. Medical Biotechnology
pg · 24m · 60 seats
M.Sc. Medical Genetics & Molecular Diagnostics
pg · 24m · 60 seats
M.Sc. Radiology and Imaging Science Technology
pg · 24m · 60 seats
M.Sc. Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
pg · 24m · 60 seats
Ph.D in Biomedical Sciences
pg · 72m · 10 seats