National Institute of Siddha, Chennai: Admission 2024, Courses, Fees, Cutoff, Facilities

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AIAPGET 2024 is scheduled to be held on July 6, 2024 for admission to MD at NIS Chennai. AYUSH NEET Counselling 2024 is expected to begin in September 2024 for admission to BSMS at NIS Chennai. 

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About NIS

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Written By Collegedunia Team on, Jul 4, 2024

National Institute of Siddha or popularly known as NIS Chennai is one of the most reputed institutes in Tamil Nadu and one of the eight national institutes established across the nation for the study and research of Siddha system in medicines by the Department of AYUSH, Government of India. Established in the year 2005 on 3rd September the Institute is affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr.M.G.R. Medical University. Moreover, the Institute is also approved by the Central Council of Indian medicines (CCIM).  

The selection of candidates for this course is based on the merit score obtained in the All India Ayush PG Entrance Test (AIAPGET) conducted by the Ministry in Ayush and Counselling in the Institute. The Education, Syllabus and Curriculum and followed as per the norms set by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM), New Delhi. The M.D. Siddha program is offered in 8 specializations and the PhD Siddha program is offered in 6 specializations.

NIS Chennai Highlights

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Name of the Institute National institute of Siddha
Establishment Year 2005
Institute Type Public
Approved by Central Council of Indian medicines (CCIM). 
Affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr.M.G.R. Medical University
Popular Course M.D. Siddha
Admission Criteria Entrance Exam and Written Test
Entrance Exam All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET)
Application Mode Online
Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Website https://nischennai.org/

NIS Chennai Courses

NIS Chennai offers courses to students at both M.D. and Ph.D level study and research of Siddha system of medicines. The courses with their specializations and eligibility criteria are tabulated below:

Course Specializations Seats Eligibility Criteria Duration
BSMS Siddha Medicine & Surgery - 10+2 in PCB with 50% Marks 5.5 years
MD Maruthuvam 8 Graduates with B.S.M.S. degree in Siddha are eligible to apply in these disciplines 3 years
Gunapadam 8
Kuzhandhai Maruthuvam 8
Noi Naadal 7
Nanju Maruthuvam 7
Pura Maruthuvam 3
Varma Maruthuvam 2
Siddhar Yoga Maruthuvam 2
PhD Maruthuvam 2 Candidates with M.D. degree in Siddha are eligible for this course. Minimum 3 years
Gunapadam 2
Sirappu Maruthuvam 2
Kuzhandhai Maruthuvam 2
Noi Naadal 2
Nanju Mathuruvam 2

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NIS Chennai Admission

NIS Chennai offers two courses namely MD and PhD. The admission to MD Courses is given on the basis marks scored by the candidate in All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET), organized by All India Institute of Ayurveda. For PhD, the candidates have to take the entrance exam and appear for an Interview conducted by the college.

How to Apply?

For MD Programme:

  • Interested candidates need to visit the official website (https://www.ntaaiapget.nic.in/).
  • Click on “Apply Online/Login” and register on the site.
  • Then click on “Click here for new registration”.
  • Now fill up the form with necessary details, scanned photograph and signature and make the payment of INR 2500 (INR 1750 for SC/ ST/ PWD applicants) online through Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking for the registration fee.
  • At the end of the registration process, applicants will get a computer generated acknowledgement, which will be also sent to them in their registered Email-ID.
  • Take a print-out of the filled up application form after completing the process for future purpose.
  • The selected candidates for admission then will have to pay the fee amount by demand draft on any Nationalized Bank drawn in favour of The Director, National Institute of Siddha, Tambaram Sanatorium, Chennai- 600 047, payable at the time of Counselling.

For Ph.D Programme:

  • Visit the official website of NIS Chennai (https://nischennai.org/).
  • Download the form from the website.
  • Fill up the form with the required details and submit it through Registered Post/ Courier Service/ Speed post with a demand draft of INR 2000 (INR 1500 for SC/ST candidates).
  • The name and the address of the applicant along with their number should be mentioned at the back of the demand draft.

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NIS Chennai Placements

NIS Chennai is known to have a great and an efficient placement cell. They train and assist the students to develop skills and confidence so that they can present themselves in a better way in the interview. The placement cell is known to conduct constant grooming sessions for the students so that they can develop soft skills, behavioural skills, ways to face an interview, practise with expected questionnaires etc to make them fit for the job.

Moreover, NIS Chennai offers placements and job opportunities on a varied scale inside the campus from both private and government sectors within a range of decent to high salary packages. The Ph.D program opens doors for the research field workers to many job opportunities with high-salary packages within the country and abroad along with stipend. The Institute is also known to provide one year internship to the students in order to groom them with experience, knowledge and skills for having a better understanding of the work in this field and future prospects.

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NIS Chennai Faculty

NIS Chennai has highly qualified and dedicated faculty members in the campus, with years of experience in the field of research and study with siddha medicines. They are purely committed to impart students with strong educational foundations, insights and values to the upcoming future generations. The Institute has a total of 36 faculty members out of which 4 are Professors, 9 are Assistant Professors, 10 are Associate Professors and 11 are Lecturers along with a Director and a Joint Director.

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NIS Chennai Facilities

The Institute provides lots of facilities to the students in different sectors so that students can have access to things in need that would create a study-friendly environment for them at ease. Following are the facilities provided by National Institute of Siddha, Chennai:

  • Hostel for both boys and girls
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Cafeteria
  • Auditorium
  • Laboratories
  • Sports Complex
  • Medical/Hospital
  • IT Centers

NIS Chennai FAQs

Ques. How many Departments does NIS Chennai have?

Ans. NIS Chennai 6 Departments namely:
  • Maruthuvam
  • Gunapadam
  • Sirappu Maruthuvam
  • Kuzhandai Maruthuvam
  • Noi Nadal
  • Nanju Maruthuvam

Ques. Are there any scholarships offered by the Institute?

Ans. So far known, NIS Chennai does not offer any sort of scholarships or so. However the students are entitled to various financial help in terms of the stipends that the government of India provides for pursuing further studies. For example, The Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India has sanctioned 12 research fellowships (i.e. two for each department) with monthly stipend.

Ques. What is the Siddha system of medicine?

Ans. Siddha system of medicine is one of the ancient traditional systems of medical systems followed in India for more than thousand years, developed by great Tamil sages called Siddhars.
Ans. Yes, the Institute has an Anti-Ragging Cell with a Committee and a Squad. It is a safe and friendly campus with the population of dignified and service minded medical professionals. Freshers are well received by their seniors.

Ques. Are there any reservation provisions?

 Ans. Yes, reservation provisions as per Government of India for higher education programme are being followed for PG admission. 

Courses Offered By NIS 2024

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Doctorate of Medicine [MD] 
1st Yr Fees:₹53,475
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Ph.D 
1st Yr Fees:₹100,750
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Course Curriculum Overview:

The course educational program is significantly drawn towards the parts of research in the territory of medication. The structure of the course is progressively useful in contrast and can bring millions of opportunities to the table for students.

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Course Curriculum Overview:

The course norms are fixed by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM), New Delhi. This keeps the course up to date. There are regular revisions which are made in the course. During the course there exams which are taken on regular basis.

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Shruti Ph.D Reviewed on Jun 17, 2020
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The course curriculum is affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University. The whole program of the course is made according to the various norms and regulations given by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM), New Delhi. The well-structured course benefits the students.

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Doctorate of Medicine is a professional course which has the duration of 3 years and follows semester system. The course structure is well organized and balanced. The program focuses on intensive study. The days are tiring and exams are also hectic.

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Dharmendra MD, Reviewed on Jun 13, 2020
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The Syllabus and curriculum are faced by the norms of the central Council of India medicine New Delhi. The college follows the norms fixed by the ccim and cannot project the curriculum set by the Council.

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Suresh MD, Reviewed on Jun 12, 2020
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The course curriculum is student-oriented and includes all essential things and techniques to easily and properly communicate to one and all students. Research-oriented and a deep understanding of the study would also happen. As they are masters the work would be tedious and the exams would be tough.

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Anup Ph.D. Reviewed on Jun 11, 2020
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The course curriculum is very hectic. The course is of 2.5 years followed by a year of internship. The internship is a paid internship where they provide you some amount monthly and other services like staying, food, etc. We have a university exam every year in September which we need to pass for qualifications.

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The course is mainly focused on research based work. The curriculum is focused on letting the students find new studies. The curriculum is set according to latest updates. It keeps us busy and is very interesting.

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The curriculum is well structured and divided into different sections. However, more focus is on the research work. Proper and advanced guidance is provided to the students in medicine and research. I am happy with the curriculum.

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The course curriculum was vast but very effective. The duration of the course was 3 years. The curriculum includes Thesis work. Computer laboratories was there for the help of the students. The institute conducts comprehensive examination for the research students.

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NIS Faculty

Basic Information about the Faculty of NIS

Dr.N.J. Muthukumar
Professor- HoD- Varmam Maruthuvam
Dr.M.Meenakshi Sundaram
Professor- HoD - Kuzhanthai Maruthuvam
Dr.G.J. Christian
Professor- HoD-Noi Naadal
Dr.H.Vetha Merlin Kumari
Associate Professor - Maruthuvam
Dr.S.Visweswaran
Associate Professor - Gunapadam
Dr.D.Periyasami
Associate Professor - Pura Maruthuvam
Dr.A.M.Amala Hazel
Associate Professor - Kuzhandhai Maruthuvam
Dr.P.Arul Mozhi
Associate Professor- Kuzhandhai Maruthuvam
Dr.K.Vennila
Associate Professor- Kuzhandhai Maruthuvam

NIS College Details

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Tambaram Sanatorium
Chennai - 600047
Tamil Nadu, India
Get SMS Contact:  044-22411611
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HOW TO APPLY FOR NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF SIDDHA FOR UG COURSES
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You need to download the application form from www.nischennai.org and send the duly filled form with demand draft of 2000 to 

“ The Director, National Institute of Siddha” 

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