Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute

Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute is a private deemed-to-be university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It received its deemed to be university status in 2003.

With an aim of overcoming the 21st century’s challenges with the help of education and technology, has laid certain objectives to impact a competency-based education and training, to equip students with the latest trends of knowledge, to have an industry-institution interface, to promote the inter-cultural exchanges by bringing together students from different parts of India through provided various different resources which are necessary to fulfill their needs and dreams.

At the Dr. M.G.R Educational and Research Institute (Deemed to be University), Sir CV Raman Journal Club ensures that faculty and student, promote critical thinking skills, dissemination of scientific information, and generate novel research ideas for publications. The general aim of a JC is to facilitate the review of a specific research study and to discuss the implications of the study for practice. It also provides a platform to meet research faculties, research scholars, UG/PG students, and external research experts to observe the best practice with all. The operation of CVR JC structures department-wise JC Monthly discussion meetings organizes promotional events for publication to the benefit of faculty and appreciates the faculty research progress through MGR research awards.

Dr.M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai - Schools

The following table depicts various Schools functioning in DR.MGR ERI, Chennai

The following are the Constituent Institutes of Dr.M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai

Dr.M.G.R Educational and Research Institute, Chennai – Popular Programmes

Under graduation/Post graduation in Engineering/Management/Law/Science/Computer Applications/Pharmacy/Physiotherapy.

Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai – Infrastructure Facilities

• A Library with abundant e-Journals, electronic Periodicals, and books for all courses.
• Department Library facility.

• All classrooms are well-ventilated with all infrastructural facilities and ICT enabled

• In-campus Hostels for Boys and Girls separately

• A sports/games complex with all facilities and Cultural Facilities

• Laboratories and equipment for all faculties

• A Cafeteria

• A Convention Centre

• ATM/Bank facilities

• Medical and Health facility

• A Media Centre

• Transport

• IT Infrastructure

• Facilities for Persons of disabilities

Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai – Reviews

Overall rating: 4.0 out of 5.0 with the following break-up of major components:

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Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai – FAQs and Answers

1Q. Is Dr.MGR Educational and research Institute, Chennai recognised/approved? If so, details please

A. Dr.M.G.R Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, a deemed to be University, has the following approvals/recognitions/rankings:

• Recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC), GOI
• Accredited by ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)
• Accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ grade
• Accredited by NBA/NABL/NABH
• NIRF 2022 Ranked 201-250 in Engineering Category
• NIRF 2022 Ranked 100 in University Category
• NIRF 2022 Ranked 151-200 in Overall Category

2Q. What are the Programmes offered by DR.M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai?

A. Following are the Programmes offered by Dr.M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai: 

Undergraduate/Postgraduate /Lateral Entry/Research in the following streams:

• Engineering
• Management
• Medical Allied Programmes
• Design
• Arts, Science and Commerce
• Computer Applications
• Law
• Medical (MBBS/BDS/PG Programmes)
• Nursing
• Physiotherapy
• Pharmacy
• Education

3Q. What are the Common Entrance Tests considered for admission to various programs in Dr.M.G.R Educational and Research Institute, Chennai?

A. The following Common Entrance Tests (CETs) are considered for admission to various programs in Dr.M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai.

Dr.MGR Engineering Entrance Examination (MGR KEEE). GATE/CAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT/NEET/NATA relevant to the Programme chosen by the candidate to be appeared and cleared. 

4Q. What is the status of Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai?

A. Dr.M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai is a Private, Co-education, and Non-minority deemed to be University status.

5Q. What are the advantages /pros for selecting Dr.M.G.R Educational and Research Institute, Chennai for admission?

A. Following are the major factors that contribute favorably for students to choosing a Programme to pursue in Dr.MGR ERI, Chennai:

• High Tech laboratories for all Departments with the Centre for Excellence
• Industry Oriented Projects to students
• Locational advantage of being within the municipal limits of Chennai          
• Encouragement to students for overseas internships with financial support.
• Availability of 700 Bedded Multi-speciality Own Hospital (ACS Multi-speciality and Hospital, Velappanchayadi) with full-fledged facilities for all medical treatment in General Medicine, ENT, Ophthalmology, Paediatrics, Gynaecology, Dental, Nursing, Physiotherapy for the general public which enables the medical students to acquire practical knowledge during their study.
• Organizes skill enhancement programs on Personality Enrichment, Employability Skill Development, Entrepreneurial Development, Language Skill Development, and many other similar programs.
• Advanced Research Institute (ARI), a Research Centre conducts Research with funded Projects of both Government and Private Agencies like IHRI, CSIR, CVRDE, and DRDO.
• Academic partnership with IET-UK.

6Q. What are the programs offered by Distance Education Mode by Dr.M.G.R.Educational and Research Institute, Chennai? How to apply?

A. The following UG/PG programs are offered by the Distance Education Bureau of Dr.M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai:

          Undergraduate Programmes:

• An (English)
• Com (General)
• B.A (Business Admin)

Postgraduation Programmes:

• An in Economics/Public Admin/English/Political Science/Philosophy/Journalism and Mass Communication)
• Com (General)
• Sc (Maths/Statistics)

Candidates interested to pursue the above programmes under Distance Education Mode need to apply online by visiting the official website mentioned above.