Sri Lakshmi Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences (SLIMS), Pondicherry, established in 2006, is a deemed university medical institution under Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research. Recognized by the NMC, it offers MBBS (250 seats) and MD/MS programs (59 PG seats). The attached hospital provides clinical training in the Puducherry region. Admission via NEET UG/PG through MCC and Bharath University counselling.