Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute (DRMGRERI), located on E.V.R. Periyar Salai (NH4 Highway) in Maduravoyal, Chennai, is a deemed-to-be university established in 1988. It was named in honor of Dr. M.G. Ramachandran, the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and has since grown into one of India’s leading private universities.
The institution is accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC and holds approvals from UGC, AICTE, MCI, ABET, and NABH, reflecting its strong academic and professional standards. DRMGRERI offers a wide range of programs across disciplines including Engineering & Technology, Medicine, Dental Surgery, Allied Health Sciences, Architecture, Management Studies, Computer Applications, Law, Humanities & Sciences, Visual Communication, Animation, and Aviation. Admissions are conducted through national-level entrance exams such as NEET, TANCET, and NATA, along with merit-based processes depending on the program.
The Maduravoyal campus is expansive and urban, equipped with modern laboratories, libraries, hostels, sports complexes, and research centers. The university emphasizes research, innovation, and industry collaboration, with strong placement opportunities and international partnerships. It has also achieved recognition in rankings, including 22nd place in NIRF 2025 under Architecture and Planning.
Guided by its vision of Education for All, Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute continues to nurture graduates who are academically strong, industry-ready, and socially responsible, contributing significantly to higher education and professional development in Tamil Nadu.