Dr. MGR University - Chennai

Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute (Deemed to be University), founded in 1988 by the Tmt. Kannammal Educational Trust and granted deemed to be status in 2003, is a private multidisciplinary campus in Maduravoyal, Chennai . Spanning approximately 300 acres, the Wi Fi–enabled campus houses well ventilated classrooms, 64 specialized labs, departmental and central libraries (including digital access), a hospital, auditorium, convention centre, sports complexes, and separate hostels for over 1,500 students.

The university offers a broad spectrum of UG, PG, diploma, and doctoral programs across Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Architecture, Management, Mass Communication, Humanities, and Sciences—and even animation and law. It is accredited NAAC A+, holds NBA, ABET, AICTE, UGC, NMC, DCI, PCI, BCI, NCTE, INC approvals, and enjoys national recognition—ranked 151–200 overall and top 25 in Dental and Architecture in NIRF 2024.

Well structured placement and training cells prepare students through aptitude coaching, soft skills workshops, and campus interviews. In 2024, around 84% of engineering students were placed, with median packages between ₹6.9–12.5 LPA; recruiters include Google, IBM, Cognizant, Deloitte, and Ford.

The university also offers flexible online BBA/MBA/BCA/MSc degrees with AI proctored exams and personalized mentorship. A robust research culture is supported by over 2,458 published works and 44 awards, with 876 faculty guiding a student population of 11,300.

In summary, Dr. M.G.R. University blends comprehensive academic programs, top-tier accreditations, strong placement outcomes, and extensive infrastructure—positioning itself as a leading private deemed university in Chennai.