SIMATS Chennai Fellowship Allergy and Clinical Immunology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Fellowship in Allergy and Clinical Immunology at SMC is a 1-year full-time postgraduate fellowship programme designed for MD/MS graduates in relevant disciplines such as General Medicine, Paediatrics, Respiratory Medicine, or Dermatology. The programme provides advanced clinical training in the diagnosis and management of allergic and immunological diseases, including asthma, allergic rhinitis, food allergies, drug hypersensitivity, urticaria, autoimmune disorders, and primary immunodeficiency diseases. It is ideal for physicians who wish to subspecialize in allergy and clinical immunology.

Ans. Candidates with an MD in General Medicine, MD in Paediatrics, MD in Respiratory Medicine, MD in Dermatology, or other relevant postgraduate medical degrees from NMC/MCI-recognized colleges are eligible to apply. Candidates should confirm their eligibility with the SMC admissions office, as the department may have specific preferences based on the clinical training focus of the fellowship.

Ans. The total course fee for the Fellowship in Allergy and Clinical Immunology at Saveetha Medical College is Rs. 1,15,000 for the 1-year programme. This makes it one of the most affordable allergy and immunology fellowship programmes in India. Optional hostel accommodation on the SIMATS campus is available at additional cost (Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 per year depending on room type).

Ans. The fellowship provides advanced clinical training in allergy and immunology at SMC's 1,000-bed hospital. Training areas include diagnosis and management of allergic rhinitis, asthma, food allergies, drug hypersensitivity reactions, urticaria and angioedema, contact dermatitis, autoimmune disorders, and primary immunodeficiency diseases. Fellows also receive training in allergy testing procedures including skin prick tests, patch tests, and specific IgE testing, as well as immunotherapy protocols.

Ans. Graduates of the Fellowship in Allergy and Clinical Immunology can pursue careers as subspecialized allergy and immunology specialists. Career opportunities include positions at tertiary care hospitals, allergy and immunology clinics, academic medical institutions, and private allergy practices. The subspecialty is growing rapidly in India due to increasing prevalence of allergic diseases, and trained specialists are in high demand across the country.

Ans. Yes. The Fellowship in Allergy and Clinical Immunology at SMC is a 1-year institutional fellowship programme that provides subspecialty clinical training. The FNB (Fellow of National Board) in Allergy and Clinical Immunology is a 3-year post-doctoral programme conducted under the National Board of Examinations (NBE), which carries formal NMC recognition as a super-speciality qualification. The 1-year fellowship at SMC is ideal for physicians who want to quickly acquire clinical skills in allergy and immunology, while the FNB is suited for those seeking a formally recognized super-speciality degree. Candidates should verify the recognition status of the fellowship with NMC before enrolling.