From Vellore to Coimbatore: Tamil Nadu’s Best Medical Colleges in 2025

Tamil Nadu has long been a top choice for aspiring doctors across India, thanks to its abundant medical seats, robust health infrastructure, and wide-ranging career opportunities. With strong institutional networks and excellent connectivity, the state continues to attract thousands of medical students each year.

Adding to this reputation, India Today’s Best Colleges 2025 list has highlighted five of Tamil Nadu’s top medical colleges, along with their Placement and Career Progression (PCP) scores, which reflect a college’s success in training, research, and job outcomes. PCP scores are evaluated out of 180.

Here are the top five medical colleges in Tamil Nadu featured in the India Today 2025 rankings:

PCP Score: 135.2 | National Rank: 3

Located in Vellore, CMC continues to top the charts, not just in Tamil Nadu but across India. It is known for its strong focus on clinical training, research, and national-level placements. With a top-tier teaching hospital and a competitive academic environment, it attracts students from all over the country every year.

PCP Score: 77.1 | National Rank: 27

Situated in Chennai, this institute is one of the most well-established in the state. It runs a popular hospital, has advanced infrastructure, and offers dedicated research opportunities. The institute is also known for its partnership with Harvard Medical International, making it a preferred choice for students pursuing both medical and allied health sciences.

PCP Score: 110.2 | National Rank: 40

Ranked third in the state, Trichy SRM is emerging as a strong choice for students. It offers affordable, quality healthcare, modern laboratories, and solid clinical exposure. The college is gaining popularity for its growing placement network through various healthcare partners across the state.

PCP Score: 79.9 | National Rank: 41

Located in Coimbatore, this institute is steadily rising in terms of academic and clinical performance. Known for its integrated approach that combines community health work with hospital-based learning, PGP Institute is also building a placement ecosystem to help students find good career opportunities post-graduation.

PCP Score: 96.3 | National Rank: 53

This college in Chengalpattu is recognized for offering modern infrastructure, holistic medical education, and a strong commitment to rural healthcare. With a focus on innovative teaching, dedicated patient care, and exposure to real-world clinical settings, it has become a solid option for aspiring doctors.

Final Thoughts

Graduates from these leading institutions benefit from well-established infrastructure, excellent teaching hospitals, and access to top-tier faculty. Combined with high PCP scores and strong placement networks, Tamil Nadu continues to solidify its place as a premier destination for medical education in India.

(Rh/Pooja Bansal/MSM/)