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Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute
Chennai, Tamil NaduEst. 1988
- COA approved
- Deemed university
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute offers the five-year B.Arch programme in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It is a deemed university college, established in 1988. It has 80 B.Arch seats approved by the Council of Architecture (COA). The approximate tuition fee is ₹1.8 lakh a year. Admission is on NATA scores, with seats allotted through JoSAA counselling. The college is ranked 22 in the NIRF Architecture ranking 2024.
- Annual fee
- ₹1,75,000
- Approx. tuition
- 5-year fee
- ₹8.8L
- Estimate
- B.Arch seats
- 80
- Per year
- Admission via
- JoSAA
- Counselling
- Entrance exam
- NATA
- NIRF rank
- #22
- Architecture 2024
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How to get in
Step 1: Take an entrance exam
Score in NATA.
Step 2: Register for JoSAA
Apply for JoSAA B.Arch counselling when registration opens.
Step 3: Choose Dr. MGR
Add Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute to your choice list during choice filling.
Step 4: Confirm your seat
Report to the college with your allotment order and documents.
Eligibility
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Maths
- At least 50% aggregate in Class 12, as per COA norms
- A valid NATA score
JoSAA cutoff
Not published for this college yet. We add it once JoSAA releases the allotment list.
Dr. MGR fees
- Tuition, per year
- ₹1,75,000Approx.
- Tuition, 5 years
- ₹8,75,000Estimate
Against similar colleges
Similar Tamil Nadu colleges charge ₹50K to ₹1.9L a year. Dr. MGR sits at the high end.
Fees can differ by quota and category. Confirm the current amount with the college before you pay.
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Dr. MGR B.Arch FAQs
Is Dr. MGR private or government and when was it founded?
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute functions as a deemed-to-be university and was established in 1988.
Does Dr. MGR have COA approval for architecture?
Yes, the B.Arch programme at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute holds approval from the Council of Architecture (COA), the national regulatory body for architecture education in India, allowing graduates to register as architects.
What is Dr. MGR NIRF architecture rank?
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute secured rank 22 in the 2024 NIRF architecture rankings released by the Ministry of Education.
What are the annual tuition fees for B.Arch at Dr. MGR?
The B.Arch tuition fee at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute is approximately ₹1.75 lakh per year, while hostel, mess, studio materials, and site visits cost extra.
What is the 5 year tuition total for B.Arch at Dr. MGR?
Tuition for the 5 year B.Arch at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute is roughly ₹8.75 lakh based on ₹1.75 lakh per year. Fees may increase annually, and expenses for hostel, mess, drawing materials, and study tours apply separately.
How many seats are offered for B.Arch at Dr. MGR?
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute admits 80 students annually to the B.Arch course through JoSAA.
Which entrance tests are accepted for B.Arch at Dr. MGR?
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute requires NATA scores for B.Arch admissions, complying with Council of Architecture mandates that require valid NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 scores.
What is the admission procedure for B.Arch at Dr. MGR in 2027?
Candidates must appear for NATA, register for JoSAA counselling, select Dr. MGR among their choices, and secure a seat based on merit.
What is the eligibility for B.Arch at Dr. MGR?
To join B.Arch at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute you need Class 12 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, at least 50% marks in PCM and 50% overall, or a 3-year diploma with Mathematics with 50% marks, plus a valid NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 score. These are the Council of Architecture rules that apply to every B.Arch college.
How do I contact the admissions office at Dr. MGR?
You can connect with the admissions team at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute via their official website at https://www.drmgrdu.ac.in.
How many years is the B.Arch program at Dr. MGR?
The B.Arch degree at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute is a 5 year full-time course mandated by the Council of Architecture, featuring design studio work every semester alongside practical training in an architect office.
How should I prepare for NATA to get into Dr. MGR?
Practise freehand drawing, perspective and composition every day, and revise maths and general aptitude with timed mock tests, since NATA tests both drawing ability and aptitude. Neram Classes runs NATA and JEE Main Paper 2 coaching online and at its centres, with daily drawing practice and teacher feedback.
Location and contact
- Address
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- [email protected]
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