Mahindra University, Hyderabad, and Apollo Healthcare Academy announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaboratively offer Bachelor’s programmes in Allied Health Sciences. This strategic partnership aims to address the growing shortage of allied health professionals in India and worldwide, equipping students with both academic excellence and immersive clinical training.
The programmes will focus on high-demand specializations such as anaesthesia & operation theatre technology, medical laboratory technology, cardiovascular technology, among others. By combining Mahindra University’s modern academic infrastructure with Apollo Healthcare Academy’s clinical expertise, the collaboration will produce practice-ready graduates aligned with healthcare industry needs.
The curriculum will follow the guidelines set by the National Commission for Allied & Healthcare Professionals (NCAHP), ensuring national regulatory compliance and global recognition. Students will also benefit from clinical rotations at Apollo Hospitals and affiliated healthcare facilities, including a final-year internship.
The World Health Organization (WHO) and global healthcare systems continue to highlight the acute shortage of allied health professionals, a gap expected to widen as populations age and healthcare demand rises. This initiative directly addresses this challenge by preparing graduates who are skilled, confident, and ready to contribute from day one.
Dr Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University, said: “This collaboration reflects our shared vision of producing highly skilled healthcare professionals. By integrating Mahindra University’s interdisciplinary academic strengths with Apollo’s proven expertise in healthcare, we aim to nurture graduates who will make an immediate and lasting impact on society.
Dr Rajinder Singh Chauhan, Professor & Dean, Centre for Life Sciences, Mahindra University, added: “These programmes combine academic rigour with practical immersion. Our students will not only learn but also practice in real healthcare settings, making them job-ready and future-ready.”
Sivaramakrishnan Venkateswaran, CEO, Apollo Knowledge, said: “We are committed to bridging the gap between classroom learning and hospital practice. This partnership will empower students with the confidence, exposure, and skillset required to thrive not only in India but also in global opportunities. This is part of our global workforce development initiatives to build and empower the next generation of healthcare professionals equipped to contribute meaningfully to health systems worldwide.
Dr Jagadeswaran, Dean & Head – Allied & Healthcare Professions, Apollo Institute of Hospital Management & Allied Sciences, commented: “Together, we will prepare allied health graduates who are globally relevant and locally impactful.
It is an industry relevant curriculum co-developed by academic experts and hospital clinicians in alignment with NCAHP. State-of-the-Art Infrastructure including labs, classrooms, and digital learning systems are there. There is structured clinical training with hospital rotations and a final-year internship. Also there is placement assistance through Apollo Hospitals and partner networks and research opportunities with faculty from both institutions.
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