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DG Vaishnav College, formally known as Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College, is a reputed autonomous institution located in Arumbakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1964 and managed by the DG Vaishnav College Managing Committee, the college is affiliated with the University of Madras and is accredited with an 'A++' grade by NAAC. Over the decades, DG Vaishnav College has emerged as a centre of academic excellence, offering a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs across arts, commerce, science, and management disciplines. The institution emphasizes value-based education, innovation, and inclusive development.
The campus is spread across a vast urban area and is equipped with modern classrooms, laboratories, auditoriums, a central library, sports facilities, and hostel accommodations. DG Vaishnav also encourages extracurricular and co-curricular activities through active student clubs, NSS, NCC, and cultural societies. The college has consistently upgraded its infrastructure and teaching methodologies to align with global standards and employability demands. It fosters a learner-centric environment through seminars, internships, value-added courses, and industry interaction, making it a preferred choice for holistic education in Chennai.
Highlights
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College |
Location |
Arumbakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Established Year |
1964 |
Approved By |
UGC, Affiliated to University of Madras, NAAC A++ |
Founder |
DG Vaishnav College Managing Committee |
Important Dates
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
April 2025 |
Last Date to Apply |
June 2025 |
Entrance Tests (For MCA/MBA) |
May – June 2025 |
Merit List Declaration |
June – July 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
July – August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Admission Procedure
Admissions at DG Vaishnav College are merit-based for most UG/PG programs, while MBA/MCA admissions are through entrance exams.
Steps:
Final Admission: Document verification and payment of fees.
Scholarships
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Government Scholarships |
SC/ST, BC/MBC, and Minority students (based on income limits) |
Merit Scholarships |
Top scorers in board/university exams |
Fee Concession |
For economically disadvantaged students |
Endowment Awards |
Sponsored by alumni and philanthropic donors |
Sports Quota |
State/National level sports achievers |
Placements
Parameter |
Details |
Average Salary Package |
₹3.5 – ₹4.5 LPA |
Highest Salary Package |
₹8 LPA (Finance & IT Sectors) |
Top Recruiters |
Deloitte, Infosys, Wipro, EY, HCL, Cognizant, Accenture |
Internship Support |
From 2nd/3rd year onwards |
Placement Cell |
Dedicated Training and Placement Cell with MoUs with Industries |
Skill Training |
Aptitude, Communication, Resume Writing, Group Discussions |
Ranked 166 out of 178 in India 2021 (Indiatoday Ranking)
Ranked 101 out of 300 in India 2024 (NIRF Ranking)
Ranked 21 out of 101 in India 2021 (TOI Ranking)
Ranking Body |
Recognition |
NIRF (India Rankings) |
Consistently Ranked among Top 150 Colleges in India |
NAAC Accreditation |
“A++” Grade with CGPA of 3.54 |
India Today |
Top 10 Colleges in Chennai for B.Com & BBA |
UGC |
Autonomous Status Conferred |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
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