Best Colleges in Tamil Nadu 2026

Explore 110 top colleges in Tamil Nadu with detailed information on fees, placements, NIRF rankings, courses, and admission processes.

110

Total Colleges

Streams Available

2.0-21.5

Avg Package (LPA)

Engineering, Multidisciplinary, Medical

Top Streams

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Engineering(37)Multidisciplinary(30)Medical(29)Law(4)MBA(3)Pharmacy(2)Science(2)Agriculture(1)Commerce(1)Arts(1)

Top Colleges in Tamil Nadu

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IIT

#1 NIRF

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

EngineeringGovernmentNAAC Not Applicable

Fees/Year

₹35.0K

Avg Package

₹21.48 LPA

Placement

95%

Highest

₹180 LPA

Est. 1959Apply Now

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SDC

#1 NIRF

Saveetha Dental College and Hospital

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

MedicalDeemedNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹5.00 L

Avg Package

₹5 LPA

Placement

90%

Est. 1988Apply Now

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CMC

#3 NIRF

Christian Medical College Vellore

Vellore, Tamil Nadu

MedicalPrivateNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹30.0K

Avg Package

₹12 LPA

Placement

98%

Highest

₹40 LPA

Est. 1900Apply Now

Popular Streams in Tamil Nadu

Top College Cities in Tamil Nadu

Chennai(34)Coimbatore(18)Tiruchirappalli(10)Vellore(5)Madurai

Colleges by Type in Tamil Nadu

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Public-Private

Frequently Asked Questions about Colleges in Tamil Nadu

How many colleges are there in Tamil Nadu?

SeekCampus lists 110 colleges in Tamil Nadu across 10 streams including Engineering, Multidisciplinary, Medical and more. These include 57 Government, 24 Deemed, 27 Private, 1 Government Aided Autonomous, 1 Public-Private colleges.

What are the top streams in Tamil Nadu?

The most popular streams in Tamil Nadu are Engineering (37 colleges), Multidisciplinary (30 colleges), Medical (29 colleges), Law (4 colleges), MBA (3 colleges). Each stream offers diverse course options and career paths.

What is the average placement package in Tamil Nadu colleges?

Average placement packages in Tamil Nadu colleges range from ₹2 LPA to ₹21.48 LPA, depending on the college, stream, and course. Top-ranked institutions typically offer significantly higher packages.

Which are the best engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu has 37 engineering colleges listed on SeekCampus. You can filter and compare them by NIRF ranking, placement rate, fees, and other parameters to find the best fit for you.

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TNA

#3 NIRF

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

AgricultureGovernmentNAAC A+

Fees/Year

₹35.0K

Avg Package

₹6.5 LPA

Placement

75%

Highest

₹12 LPA

Est. 1971Apply Now

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PCC

#3 NIRF

Presidency College Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

MultidisciplinaryGovernmentNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹3.0K

Avg Package

₹5 LPA

Placement

78%

Highest

₹13.9 LPA

Est. 1960View Details →

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PKC

#4 NIRF

PSGR Krishnammal College for Women Coimbatore

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

MultidisciplinaryPrivateNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹45.0K

Avg Package

₹4.5 LPA

Placement

80%

Highest

₹13.58 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

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LCC

#7 NIRF

Loyola College Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

CommercePrivateNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹18.0K

Avg Package

₹6 LPA

Placement

75%

Highest

₹18 LPA

Est. 1925Apply Now

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VIT

#8 NIRF

Vellore Institute of Technology

Vellore, Tamil Nadu

EngineeringDeemedNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹35.3K

Avg Package

₹9.5 LPA

Placement

85%

Highest

₹54 LPA

Est. 1984Apply Now

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NIT

#9 NIRF

National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu

EngineeringGovernmentNAAC A+

Fees/Year

₹18.0K

Avg Package

₹14.5 LPA

Placement

92%

Highest

₹65 LPA

Est. 1964Apply Now

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SRI

#10 NIRF

Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

MedicalDeemedNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹2.40 L

Avg Package

₹8.5 LPA

Placement

85%

Est. 1960View Details →

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SRI

#10 NIRF

Sri Ramachandra Institute Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

MedicalDeemedNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹2.40 L

Avg Package

₹8.5 LPA

Placement

85%

Highest

₹17.9 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

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IIM

#11 NIRF

Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu

MBAGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹1.00 L

Avg Package

₹20 LPA

Placement

100%

Highest

₹35 LPA

Est. 2011Apply Now

Avg: ₹4.25 LPA2 NIRF ranked

How to choose the right college in Tamil Nadu?

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