
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute [DRMGRERI], Chennai Tamil Nadu was established in the year 2003 as Deemed To Be University Educational Institute to provide higher education to build a career in the field of Engineering, Management and Humanities. DRMGRERI is approved by the reputed AICTE, UGC and ABET, and is accredited by NBA and NAAC-B. Management of DRMGRERI Chennai is working under Prof. Dr. S. Geethalakshmi (Vice-Chancellor).
Institute Name | Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai |
Estd. Year | 2003 |
Approved/Recognised by | AICTE, UGC, ABET |
Type | Deemed To Be University |
Accreditation | NBA, NAAC-B |
Programmes offered | UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate/ M.Phil/ Certificate |
Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Dr. S. Geethalakshmi |
Address | Periyar E.V.R. High Road, (NH 4 Highway), Maduravoyal, Chennai - 600095, Tamil Nadu, India |
Contact Number | 044-23782176, 23782186, 23782085 |
Official Website | https://www.drmgrdu.ac.in/ |
Rank By | Rank | Year |
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151-200 out of 200 | 2022 (Overall) |
151-200 out of 200 | 2021 (Overall) | |
151-200 out of 200 | 2020 (Overall) | |
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25 out of 40 | 2022 (Deemed To Be Universities) |
37 out of 45 | 2021 (Deemed To Be Universities) | |
42 out of 50 | 2020 (Deemed To Be Universities) | |
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Band-Excellent | 2021 (Private Technical University & Deemed to be University) |
The establishment of the Tmt. Kannammal Education Trust in 1985 paved the way for the incorporation of the Dr. M.G.R Educational and Research Trust. The constitution of the Tmt. Kannammal Education Trust facilitated the institution of the Thai Moogambigai Polytechnic College in 1985. Thereafter, the Dr. MGR Engineering College was set up in 1988 followed by the foundation of Thai Moogambigai Dental College in 1991.
Both the engineering and dental colleges attained the status of ‘Deemed University’ in 2003 and these institutions were rechristened as Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute. Presently, the Chennai-based educational and research institution has thirteen distinct schools of study or faculties. Some of the faculties include engineering & technology, dental surgery, humanities & science, medical and allied health sciences, architecture, management studies, computer applications, pharmacy, and nursing.
Since its inception, the academic institute has been fruitfully meeting the higher education needs of innumerable students in the aforementioned areas. The institution together with the schools of study under its aegis, has been delivering quality higher education to the young generation. The institution ensures that all its students acquire professional and personal skills as well as updated knowledge in order to have a scintillating career.
MGR Educational and Research Institute not only offers industry-driven programs and courses but also updates them on a periodic basis. The college authorities also encourage students to participate in curricular, extracurricular, and co-curricular activities with a view to boost their academic performance. The institution offers a wide range of sports facilities and regularly organizes debates, seminars, socio-cultural events, and industry-academia interface for transforming students into talented professionals.
The different programs offered by MGRERIC have the approval of multiple regulatory bodies like UGC, AICTE, DCI, PCI, MCI, and NAAC. A good number of alumni have gone to become highly successful industry stalwarts and entrepreneurs, thereby boosting the institution’s goodwill.
The institution, over the years, have been awarded with good rankings from recognized review bodies like IQAC, NIRF, NAAC, ABET, and NBA.
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