MAHER, Chennai

Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (MAHER) was established in 1983 and is recognized as a deemed-to-be university. The institution is accredited by NAAC with an "A" grade and offers a range of academic programs across various fields including medicine, dentistry, engineering, arts, and sciences.

Programs Offered

MAHER provides an extensive selection of programs catering to diverse academic interests:

• Medical and Dental Sciences:
  • MBBS
  • BDS
  • MD
  • MDS
• Engineering and Technology:
  • B.Tech
  • M.Tech
• Arts and Science:
  • BA
  • B.Sc
  • MA
  • M.Sc
• Allied Health Sciences:
  • B.Sc in Nursing
  • M.Sc in Nursing
  • B.Sc in Physiotherapy
  • M.Sc in Physiotherapy
• Management and Commerce:
  • BBA
  • MBA
  • M.Com

Fee Structure

The fee structure for the academic year 2025 is as follows:

• MBBS: INR 18,00,000 per year
• BDS: INR 6,50,000 per year
• B.Tech: INR 2,00,000 to INR 2,50,000 per year
• MBA: INR 4,50,000 total
• B.Sc (Allied Health): INR 1,50,000 per year

Scholarships based on merit and socio-economic factors are available.

Admission Process

The admission process for 2025 is based on merit and entrance exams:

Eligibility Criteria:

• MBBS and BDS: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum of 50% marks and NEET scores.
• B.Tech: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks.
• MBA: Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and a valid CAT, MAT, or institution entrance exam score.

Application Process:

• Visit the MAHER official website.
• Complete the online application form and upload the necessary documents.
• Attend entrance tests where required.

Important Dates:

• Application Start Date: January 2025
• NEET Counselling: June 2025
• Admission Deadline: July 2025

Cutoffs for 2025

The anticipated cutoff scores for key programs are:

• MBBS: NEET: 450 marks
• BDS: NEET: 400 marks
• B.Tech: JEE Main: 75 percentile
• MBA: CAT: 65 percentile, MAT: 70 percentile

Placement Support

MAHER has a dedicated placement cell that facilitates career opportunities for graduates:

• Top Recruiters: Infosys, TCS, HCL, Apollo Hospitals, Wipro
• Placement Success Rate: Over 85%
• Highest Package: INR 20 LPA
• Average Package: INR 6.5 LPA

Internships and industry exposure are integral components of the educational experience.