List of Dr MGR University colleges in India: Courses, Fees, Placements and Cutoffs

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List of Dr MGR University Colleges in India

Dr MGR Engineering College was established in 1988 by Tmt Kannammal Educational Trust. The trust established many educational institutions in Chennai and Bangalore. Other than Dr MGR College, the trust also established Thai Moogambigai Dental College & Hospital, ACS Medical College & Hospital and College of Architecture. Various colleges established by the trust impart quality higher education to students in the fields of Engineering, Medical, Dental, and Humanities & Sciences.

The article provides detailed information on Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute and its constituent colleges, including the courses offered, fee structure and placements.

Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute

DR MGR Educational and Research Institute was established as Dr MGR Engineering College. The institute acquired the status of Deemed to be University in 2003. The engineering college is approved by the University Grants Commission and accredited with Grade ‘A’ by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The institute offers the following courses in different streams.

Course Level Course Name
Undergraduate BTech
BArch
BPharm
BDes
BEd
BBA
BCA
BA LLB
BBA LLB
BCom LLB
BSc
BA
Postgraduate MTech
MArch
MBA
MCA
MCom
MA
MSc
Doctorate MPhil
MS
PhD

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The Placement and Training Cell of Dr MGR Educational & Research Institute was set up to place students as per their skills and ability. The cell also organises seminars, workshops, and special lectures regularly by bringing industry experts, professional associates and technical societies to familiarise the students with the latest demands in the market. The University has an excellent track record in placing students in leading companies such as TCS, IBM, Infosys, Accenture, HCL, Caritor, Polaris, Wipro, L&T Infotech, etc.

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Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital

Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital (TMDCH) was established in the year 1991, by Tmt Kannammal Educational Trust. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has given the Deemed to be University Status to Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital from January 2003 in the name of Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute (Deemed to be University). The institute is recognised by the Ministry of Family Welfare and Health and The Dental Council of India. The institute offers the following courses to students:

  • Undergraduate courses: BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
  • Postgraduate Courses: MDS (Master of Dental Surgery)

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ACS Medical College and Hospital

ACS Medical College and Hospital (ACSMCH) is part of the Dr MGR University. The institute is equipped with a state-of-the-art laboratory and uses modern equipment and technology to provide students practical knowledge of different medical conditions. ACSMCH is recognised by the Ministry of Family Welfare and Health, Government of India, and offers MBBS and doctoral level courses in the medical stream.

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FAQs Regarding Dr MGR Group of Institutions

Are Dr MGR University Colleges recognised by UGC?

Dr MGR Engineering College was founded in 1988 and acquired Deemed University status in 2003 as Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute as per the orders of the University Grants Commission (UGC).

Is Dr MGR University, Chennai, good to study Engineering?

Yes, Dr MGR is one of the most preferred institutes in India to study engineering. All the engineering streams offered by the university are accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). Along with it, the engineering courses are also accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) and International Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC).

How to get admission to BTech courses in Dr MGR University?

Admission to BTech courses in DR MGR is done on the basis of the candidate’s performance in JEE Main and BArch courses on the basis of NATA. 

What is the eligibility criteria for admission to Dr MGR University?

Candidates should have passed (or appearing) Class 12 board exams.

What are the courses offered by DR MGR?

DR MGR offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in engineering, humanities and science, education, computer application, management, pharmacy and allied health sciences.

Are there any industry-oriented courses offered by DR MGR?

DR MGR is popular for many industry-ready degree programmes in India. It includes BTech in Information Security Digital Forensics, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering and Bio-Medical Instrumentation.

Is there any other undergraduate course besides BTech that DR MGR offers?

Other than BTech, DR MGR also offers BDes, BArch, Bed and various other postgraduate courses.

What is the average fee structure of BTech courses at DR MGR?

The average fee for BTech courses ranges between Rs 1 lakh and Rs 1.5 lakh. The fee is to be paid in instalments, semester-wise.

What are the average and highest salary package offered to DR MGR students?

According to the official website of DR MGR, the average CTC is Rs 3 lakh. There is no information available regarding the highest salary offered to students of the University.

Does DR MGR provide scholarships to its students?

Yes, DR MGR University provides scholarships to its students depending on their previous academic record and their performance in entrance exams. The scholarship amount is equally distributed across all semesters.
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