Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research was established in the year 1985 as part of the Sri Ramachandra Educational & Health Trust under the leadership of Shri N.P.V. Ramasamy Udayar. Ever since its inception, the institute grew to the status of a "Deemed to be University" in September 1994 under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956.

The name of the Deemed University, formerly known as Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute has been changed to Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, as per Notification No. F.9-15/93-U.3 (Pt.1) dated 08.08.2018 of the MHRD, Govt. of India.

The University Medical Centre is the focus of the clinical teaching activity of the University. An 1800 bedded facility with the largest ICU in the region with state-of-the-art equipment, the medical center is a tertiary care facility that provides the trainee with the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills from the finest doctors in the country.

Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), Chennai – Key highlights

SRIHER, Chennai – Deaprments/Faculties

The following table depicts various Schools functioning in SRI HER, Chennai

SRIHER, Chennai – Popular Programmes

Graduation/Post graduation Programmes in Engineering/Sciences/Pharmacy/Physiotherapy/Dental Sciences and Postgraduate Programmes in Doctor of Medicine (MD) are popular in SRIHER, Chennai.

AHER University, Chennai – Infrastructure Facilities

• A Library with abundant e-Journals, electronic Periodicals, and books for all courses.

• All classrooms are well-ventilated with all infrastructural facilities.

• In-campus Hostels for Boys and Girls separately

• A sports complex with all facilities

• Laboratories for all faculties

• A Cafeteria

• Free shuttle service in the campus

• Auditorium

• Convenience shops

• ATM/Bank facilities

• Medical and Hospital facility

• A gym

SRIHER university, Chennai – Reviews

Overall rating: 4.2 out of 5.0 with the following break-up of major components:

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SRIHER Deemed to be University – FAQs and Answers

1Q. Is SRIHER deemed to be University of Chennai is recognised/approved? If so, details, please?

A. SRIHER University, Chennai has the following approvals/recognitions:

• Accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ grade
• Recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC)
• Recognised by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
• Accredited by National Accreditation Board of Hospitals and Health Care Providers (NABH)

2Q. What are the Programmes offered by SRIHER University, Chennai?

A. Following are the Programmes offered by SRIHER University Chennai: 

Undergraduate/Postgraduate/ in the following streams:

• Engineering
• Management
• Medicine (MBBS/BDS)/ (M.D/M.S.)
• Medical (BPT/BASP)/ (MPT/MPH)
• Sciences
• Pharmacy
• Nursing
• Ch
• Doctor of Medicine (D.M)

3Q. What are the Common Entrance Tests considered for admission to various programmes in SRIHER University, Chennai?

A. Following Common Entrance Tests (CETs) are considered for admission to various programmes in SRIHER University, Chennai:

JEE (Mains)/GATE/CAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT/NEET) depending on the Programme chosen by the candidate.

4Q. What is the status of SRIHER Deemed to be University, Chennai?

A. SRIHER Deemed to be University, Chennai is a Private, Co-education and Non-minority status.

5Q. What are the details of partnership Universities of SRIHER University with International Universities abroad?

A. Following is the list of Partnership Universities of SRIHER Chennai.