Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute offers UG, PG and research-level admission in streams such as engineering, medicine, dental science, architecture, management, science, commerce, education and physiotherapy. BSc is one of its main UG courses and is available in 86 specialisations, while BTech admission is linked with AIEEE/CSAB/MGREEE.

For BSc admission, students must have passed 10+2. The total Dr MGR Institute fees for BSc is INR 1.8 Lakhs. BArch admission uses NATA scores, MBBS, BDS and MDS admission is based on NEET UG scores, and PhD and MPhil admission depends on the university entrance test. Students who have qualified SLET, UGC NET, GATE, CSIR NET, DBT or a teaching fellowship do not need to take the PhD and MPhil entrance test.

Dr MGR Institute Chennai Admission Dates 2026

The current entrance and counselling timelines that are still active or upcoming are listed below.

Event Date
MAT September 2026 score availability By last week of September 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 choice filling and locking September 23, 2026 to September 28, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 seat allotment processing September 28, 2026 to September 29, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 result September 30, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 reporting October 1, 2026 to October 9, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 verification of joined candidates data by institutes October 10, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 online stray vacancy round registration and payment October 12, 2026 to October 14, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 online stray vacancy round choice filling and locking October 12, 2026 to October 15, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 online stray vacancy round seat allotment processing October 15, 2026 to October 16, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 online stray vacancy round result October 17, 2026
NEET UG Counselling 2026 online stray vacancy round reporting October 19, 2026 to October 26, 2026

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Dr MGR Institute Chennai UG Admissions 2026

At the UG level, Dr MGR Institute Chennai offers BTech, BArch, BSc, BPT, BCom, BBA, BCA, BEd, MBBS and BDS courses. BTech is available in regular, lateral entry and part-time modes. The university conducts its own entrance test for most UG courses and prepares separate merit lists for different programmes.

BSc is a key course at the institute and is offered in 86 specialisations. Students need 10+2 from a recognised board for admission. Its main details are given below.

Particulars Details
Duration 3 Years
Popular Specialisations Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Electronics, Media & Visual Communication, Computer Science, Information Science & Cyber Forensics, Computer Science and Networking, Bio-Technology, Hotel Management, Catering and Technology
Eligibility & Selection Criteria 10+2 from a Recognised Board
Total Fees INR 1.8 Lakhs

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Course Name Specialization Duration Eligibility Criteria
BTech Computer Science and Technology 4 years HSC/Equivalent (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology)
Information Technology
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Electronics and Instrumentation
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Automobile Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Industrial Biotechnology
Computer Software Engineering
Civil Engineering
Bio-Technology
Production Engineering
BArch Architecture 5 years
BSc Nursing 4 years Minimum of 50% marks at HSC/Equivalent (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology)
BPT Physiotherapy 4 years + 6 months Internship HSC/Equivalent (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology)
BSc Chemistry 3 years
Physics
Mathematics
Electronics
Media and Visual Communication HSC/Equivalent
Computer Science HSC/Equivalent (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology/Computer Science
Information Science & Cyber Forensics
Computer Science and Networking
Bio-Technology
Hotel Management, Catering and Technology HSC/Equivalent
BCom General Pass in HSC or Equivalent with Mathematics/Commerce/Accountancy/Business/Maths as one of the Subjects
Corporate Secretary Ship
Accounting and Finance
BBA General HSC/Equivalent
Business Analytics
Management Accounting
Financial Planning
Financial Management
Retail Management
Hotel Management Catering Technology & Tourism
BCA General Pass in Hsc., or Equivalent with Mathematics/Business Maths/Computer Science/Computer Application as one of the Compulsory subjects.
Data Analytics
Game Development
Financial Technology
Big Data Analytics
AI & DS
BEd Education 2 years Bachelor's Degree in the related discipline
MBBS Medicine and Surgery 5 years + 6 months HSC/Equivalent

UG applicants are selected through the university entrance test wherever the course requires it. BTech uses AIEEE/CSAB/MGREEE, BArch uses NATA scores, and MBBS, BDS and MDS admission is based on NEET UG scores.

Dr MGR Institute Chennai PG Admissions 2026

At the PG level, the institute offers MTech, MArch, MBA, MBA (Part-Time), MCA, MCA (Part-Time), MDS, MPT, MSc and MS (By Research). Students who meet the course eligibility have to appear for the university entrance test. The merit list is prepared from entrance performance and graduation-level marks.

Program Popular Specialisations Duration Eligibility Criteria
M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering 2 years BE/BTech CSE, ECE, EEE, IT
Computer Systems and NetworkingBE/BTech CSE,ECE,EEE,ITORM.Sc (CS,IT)ORMCA
Software EngineeringBE/BTech (CSE,ECE,EEE,ITORM.Sc (CS,IT)ORMCAOR MSc (Electronics Science, Physics,Maths)
Information Security and Cyber ForensicsBE/BTech in CSE,ECE,EEE,IT OR MSc (CS,IT)ORMCA
Integrated Digital EntertainmentBE/BTech CSE,ECE,EEE,ITORMSc (CS,IT)ORMCA
Power SystemsBE/BTech EEE,ICE,E&I
Power Electronics and DriversBE/BTech EEE,ICE,E&I ICE
High Voltage EngineeringBE/BTech EEE,ICE,E&I ICE
Bio-Medical Instrumentation EngineeringBE/BTech EEE,ICE,E&I ORMSC ECE
Process Control EngineeringBE/BTech ICE,E&I,EEE,ECE
Instrumentation and Control EngineeringBE/BTech EEE,ICE,E&I ORMSC ECE
Electronics and InstrumentationBE/BTech EEE,ICE,E&I ORMSC ECE
Applied ElectronicsBE/BTech EEE,ECE,ICE,E&I
Communication Systems EngineeringBE/BTech ECE,ICE
VLSI Design and Embedded Systems EngineeringBE/BTech EEE,ECE,ICE,E&I,CSE,IT
Computer Integrated EngineeringBE/BTech MECH,PROD,AUTO,PLASTIC MOULDING
Industrial EngineeringBE/BTechMECH,PROD,AUTO,PLASTIC MOULDING
CAD/CAMBE/BTechMECH,PROD,AUTO,PLASTIC MOULDING
MechatronicsBE/BTechMECH,PROD,AUTO,PLASTIC MOULDING
Energy EngineeringBE/BTechMECH,PROD,AUTO,PLASTIC MOULDING
Design EngineeringBE/BTechMECH,PROD,AUTO,PLASTIC MOULDING)
Thermal EngineeringBE/BTechMECH,PROD,AUTO,PLASTIC MOULDING
Environmental EngineeringBE/BTechCIVIL OR GEO SCIENCE
Construction Engineering and ManagementBE/BTechCIVIL
Geographical Information SystemsBE/BTechCIVIL OR GEO SCIENCE
Structural EngineeringBE/BTech CIVIL OR GEO SCIENCE
Chemical EngineeringBE/BTechIBT,CHEMICAL
Petroleum Refining and PetrochemicalBE/BTechIBT,CHEMICAL
Bio-Technology EngineeringBE/BTechIBT,CHEMICAL
Industrial Bio-TechnologyBE/BTech(IBT,CHEMICAL)
M.Arch. Landscape Architecture 2 years BArch
Interior Architecture
Construction Project Management
MBA General 2 years Three years Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline (10+2+3 system or Equipment qualification recognized by the Association of Indian Universities).
Business Analytics
Financial Management
Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Human Resource Management
Cost & Management Accounting
MCA Computer Application 3 years 3 years Bachelors Degree in Computer Sciences/BCA/Maths/Statistics/B.Com/BE/BTech or any other degree with Mathematics as one of the subjects or must have studied mathematics in higher secondary as optional subject.
MPT Orthopedics 2 Years BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy)
Neurology
Cardio-Respiratory Diseases
Pediatrics Neurology
Sports Physiotherapy
Hand Rehabilitation
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Community Physiotherapy
M.Sc. Industrial Mathematics 2 years B.Sc. Mathematics
MS (By Research) Bio-Informatics 2 years Bachelor’s degree in Engineering & Technology/Architecture (or) M.Sc. in Science of any University/ Institute recognized by the UGC.
Bio-Medical Engineering
Embedded Systems
Management Studies
Automobile Engineering
Production Engineering
Software Systems and Multimedia

For PhD programmes in several specialisations, applicants must take the university entrance test. The university uses the entrance score and postgraduate marks for the merit list. Students with SLET, UGC NET, GATE, CSIR NET, DBT or a teaching fellowship are exempted from this entrance test.

Dr MGR Institute Chennai Application Process 2026

Admission to all courses is handled through the university entrance test, followed by separate merit lists for the available programmes. The application fee is INR 1600. Eligible students can complete the process through the steps below.

  • Students can get the application form for all courses in person by making the payment.
  • The application form can also be downloaded from the university website.
  • The online application form is available, and the application fee is non-refundable.
  • To download the form from the website, students have to click the name of the concerned department.
  • After filling the form, students must send it to the college with a Demand Draft in favour of Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, payable at Chennai, through post.
  • Students must visit the college for the next admission steps.

Dr MGR Institute Chennai Admissions 2026 FAQs

Ques. What was the final admission date for MGR Medical Admissions 2025?

Ans. The final date for MGR Medical Admissions 2025 was 29th July 2025.

Ques. What minimum age is needed for selected UG medical and allied courses at Dr MGR Institute Chennai?

Ans. For BPT, MBBS and BDS admission at Dr MGR Institute Chennai, students must be at least 17 years old on or before 31st December of the admission year.

Ques. Which documents are needed for UG admission at Dr MGR Institute Chennai?

Ans. Students applying for UG admission at Dr MGR Institute Chennai must keep these documents ready:

  • Higher Secondary School Certificate
  • Examination Statement of Marks (+2 Course or Equivalent Examination)
  • Degree Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate

Ques. What should international students carry while coming to Dr MGR Institute Chennai?

Ans. International students should carry the following documents:

  • Admission Letter issued by the University.
  • Valid Passport (Minimum Validity should be at-least for the full duration of the program)
  • Letter of admission issued by the University (carry these documents in your hand luggage which will be required for immigration officials).
  • Should carry your Yellow Fever Injection Card, Polio Drop Certificate, Medical Certificate, Covid19 Vaccination etc (carry these documents in your hand luggage which will be required for immigration purpose)
  • Make sure that you carry your passport with an endorsed student visa, all original copies of your certificates/degrees and 15 passport size photographs.
  • International Medical Insurance (valid in India) for the complete duration of the program also assures that you are medically fit to pursue the course before you leave your country.

Ques. How does Dr MGR Institute Chennai select students for PhD admission?

Ans. For PhD admission, students have to appear for the entrance test conducted by Dr MGR Institute Chennai. The merit list is made using the entrance test marks and the marks scored in the postgraduate examination.