MCC Chennai, Guru Nanak College, and BIHER are the top MCA colleges in Chennai as per Collegedunia's 2026 rankings. MCC Chennai stood at the top with an overall score of INR 705 out of 1000, followed by GNC Chennai with a score of 623 out of 1000, and BIHER Chennai with a score of 594 out of 1000.
Key Summary
- Fees:
- Total average fees: INR 2.8 K at Presidency College Chennai to INR 4.33 Lakh at SPIDE Chennai.
- Government colleges: fees range from INR 2.83 K at Presidency College Chennai to INR 4.34 Lakh at St Peter's Institute of Distance Education.
- Private colleges: fees range from INR 48.5 K at Hindustan College of Arts and Science to INR 3.6 Lakh at SRM University Chennai.
- Entrance Exams:
- MCA admission in Chennai is mainly through TANCET (38 colleges), with VITMEE accepted at 1 college.
- Cheapest Colleges:
- Presidency College Chennai - INR 2.83 K
- QEMGCW Chennai - INR 5.3 K
- Queen Mary’s College Chennai - INR 5.6 K.
Top 10 MCA Colleges in Chennai 2026
| CD Rank | College Name | College Type | CD Overall Score | Latest TANCET Cutoff | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MCC Chennai | Private | 705 | 97.72 | INR 77.2 K |
| 2 | Guru Nanak College (Autonomous) | Government | 623 | 70.155 | INR 3 Lakh |
| 3 | BIHER Chennai | Private | 594 | - | INR 1.56 Lakh |
| 4 | VISTAS Chennai | Private | 575 | - | INR 3.1 Lakh |
| 5 | SRM University Chennai | Private | 574 | - | INR 3.6 Lakh |
| 6 | Ethiraj College for Women Chennai | Government | 567 | 84.315 | INR 2.77 Lakh |
| 7 | BS Abdur Rahman University | Private | 540 | - | INR 2.6 Lakh |
| 8 | MGRERI Chennai | Private | 479 | - | INR 2 Lakh |
| 9 | HCA&S Chennai | Private | 404 | 58.66 | INR 48.5 K |
| 10 | DGVC Chennai | Private | - | 90.51 | INR 93 K |
Ques. What is the admission procedure for MCA in Chennai?
Ans. Most MCA colleges in Chennai admit through TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test), conducted by Anna University, followed by counselling. A few deemed universities (BIHER, VISTAS, SRM) also run their own entrance test or merit-based process alongside or instead of TANCET.
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MCA admission in Chennai?
Ans. TANCET is accepted by 38 colleges. VITMEE is accepted at 1 college. NEET does not apply to MCA.
Ques. Which are the cheapest MCA colleges in Chennai?
Ans. Presidency College Chennai (INR 2.83 K) is the cheapest, followed by QMGCW (INR 5.36 K) and Queen Mary's College Chennai (INR 5.61 K).
Ques. Can I get direct admission to an MCA college in Chennai without TANCET?
Ans. A few deemed universities such as BIHER and VISTAS admit through their own entrance test (BEEE, VEE) rather than TANCET — check each college's official admission page to confirm before assuming direct admission is available.
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Top-Ranked MCA Colleges in Chennai by Various Ranking Agencies
MCC Chennai ranked 13th in India by Collegedunia, 17th in India by India Today, and 8th in India by Outlook. Check the table below for top-ranked MCA Colleges in Chennai by Various Ranking Agencies.
| College Name | Collegedunia 2026 | India Today 2026 | Outlook 2026 | NAAC Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCC Chennai |
13 (India) 4 (Chennai) |
17 (India)4 (Chennai) |
8 (India) 3 (Chennai) |
A |
| Guru Nanak College (Autonomous) |
28 (India) 5 (Chennai) |
45 (India) 6 (Chennai) |
50 (India) 6 (Chennai) |
A++ |
| BIHER |
40 (India) 6 (Chennai) |
- | - | A |
| VISTAS Chennai |
46 (India) 7 (Chennai) |
80 (India) 10 (Chennai) |
- |
A++ |
| SRM University Chennai |
48 (India) 8 (Chennai) |
- | - | A++ |
| Ethiraj College for Women Chennai |
51 (India) 9 (Chennai) |
32 (India) 5 (Chennai) |
30 (India) 4 (Chennai) |
- |
| BS Abdur Rahman University |
64 (India) 10 (Chennai) |
- | - | A+ |
| MGRERI Chennai |
92 (India) 12 (Chennai) |
- | - | A+ |
| HCA&S Chennai |
140 (India) 18 (Chennai) |
74 (India) 9 (Chennai) |
64 (India) 8 (Chennai) |
A |
| DGVC Chennai |
29 (India) - 2025 5 (Chennai) |
- | - | A++ |
Student Perception of Top MCA Colleges in Chennai
MCC Chennai rated 4.3 out of 5 by 350 students, and praised its Strong Scholarship schemes, Green campus, and Co-Curricular activities. To know more, check the table below for what students said about Top MCA Colleges in Chennai.
| College Name | Overall Rating | Academics Rating | Faculty Rating | Most Liked Things | Areas of Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCC Chennai | 4.3 (350 reviews) | 4.2 | 4.3 | Strong scholarships; large, green heritage campus with great faculty; frequent sports and co-curricular events | Ageing infrastructure in older halls; uneven faculty teaching quality; some staff behaviour concerns |
| Guru Nanak College (Autonomous) | 4.1 (151 reviews) | 4.2 | 4.0 | Strong placement pipeline with Big-4 recruiters; SC/ST scholarship benefits; dedicated mentor system | Strict ID/security checks; annually rising fees; campus wildlife (monkeys) cited as a nuisance |
| BIHER | 3.7 (732 reviews) | 3.7 | 3.7 | Strong placement record (93–94%, 220+ companies incl. Amazon, Cognizant, TCS); good library; safe hostel facilities | Limited campus events/fests; freshers' packages seen as low (?15–20K); some infrastructure gaps (no AC/auditorium in some blocks) |
| VISTAS Chennai | 3.9 (175 reviews) | 4.2 | 4.2 | Scholarships for SC/other categories; engaged, attentive faculty; frequent cultural festivals | Weak placements for Mechanical/Civil branches; parking chaos; mixed hostel/food feedback |
| SRM University Chennai | 4.0 (3,143 reviews) | 4.0 | 3.9 | Strong faculty and teaching quality; merit scholarships; good infrastructure and vibrant campus clubs | Management/admin responsiveness around placements; hostel food/room quality; high fees relative to some programmes |
Placements at Top MCA Colleges in Chennai
| College Name | Average/Median Package | Highest Package |
|---|---|---|
| MCC Chennai | INR 2.31 LPA | INR 3 LPA |
| BIHER | INR 4.50 LPA | INR 47.50 LPA |
| VISTAS Chennai | INR 4.50 LPA | INR 33 LPA |
| SRM University Chennai | INR 6.66 LPA | INR 60 LPA |
| MGRERI Chennai | INR 6.69 LPA | INR 13 LPA |
ROI of Top MCA Colleges in Chennai
MCC Chennai records the highest ROI of 299% with a course fee of INR 77.2 K and an average package of INR 2.31 LPA. Check the table below for MCA Colleges in Chennai with their ROI.
| College Name | Total Course Fees | Average Package | ROI (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCC Chennai | INR 77.2 K | INR 2.31 LPA | 299% |
| BIHER | INR 1.56 Lakh | INR 4.50 LPA | 288% |
| MGRERI Chennai | INR 3.28 Lakh | INR 6.69 LPA | 203% |
| SRM University Chennai | INR 3.60 Lakh | INR 6.66 LPA | 185% |
| VISTAS Chennai | INR 3.10 Lakh | INR 4.50 LPA | 145% |
Top Government MCA Colleges in Chennai 2026
Chennai has 15 government-operated MCA colleges. Guru Nanak College tops the list with an average fee of INR 3 Lakh, followed by Ethiraj College of Women, Chennai, which has a course fee of INR 2.77 Lakh. Check the table below for more Government MCA Colleges in Chennai along with their locality and course fees.
| College Name | Locality | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Guru Nanak College (Autonomous) | Velachery | INR 3 Lakh |
| Ethiraj College for Women Chennai | Egmore | INR 2.77 Lakh |
| JBAS Chennai | Teynampet | INR 1.78 Lakh |
| Queen Mary's College Chennai | Mylapore | INR 5.61 K |
| Presidency College Chennai | Chepauk | INR 2.83 K |
| TNOU Chennai | Saidapet | INR 37.1 K |
| Madras University Distance Education | Chepauk | INR 34.95 K |
| SPIDE Chennai | St. Peter's University, Avadi | INR 4.34 Lakh |
| Anna University Chennai | Sardar Patel Road | INR 1.25 Lakh |
| University of Madras Chennai | Chepauk | INR 43.97 K |
Top Private MCA Colleges in Chennai 2026
Chennai has 51 private MCA colleges. MCC Chennai stood at the top with a course fee of INR 77.2 K, followed by BIHER Chennai with a course fee of INR 1.56 Lakh. Check the table below for the top Private MCA Colleges in Chennai along with their locality and course fees.
| College Name | Locality | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| MCC Chennai | Kasthuribainagar | INR 77.2 K |
| BIHER | Rajakilpakkam | INR 1.56 Lakh |
| VISTAS Chennai | Old Pallavaram | INR 3.1 Lakh |
| SRM University Chennai | S.R.M. Nagar, Kattankulathur | INR 3.6 Lakh |
| BS Abdur Rahman University | Mannivakkam | INR 2.6 Lakh |
| MGRERI Chennai | Ayanambakkam | INR 2 Lakh |
| HCA&S Chennai | Old Mahabalipuram Road, Padur, Kelambakkam | INR 48.5 K |
| DGVC Chennai | Arumbakkam | INR 93 K |
| Sathyabama University | Sholinganallur | - |
| SRM University Ramapuram | Ramapuram, Kanchipuram | INR 3 Lakh |
Cheapest MCA Colleges in Chennai 2026
Presidency College Chennai has the lowest MCA fees in Chennai at INR 2.83 K, followed by QMGCW Chennai with a course fee of INR 5.36 K. The table below shows the Cheapest MCA Colleges in Chennai.
| College Name | Course Fees |
|---|---|
| Presidency College Chennai | INR 2.83 K |
| QMGCW Chennai | INR 5.36 K |
| Queen Mary's College Chennai | INR 5.61 K |
| MAHER University Chennai | INR 30 K |
| Madras University Distance Education | INR 34.95 K |
| MCE Chennai | INR 35 K |
| TNOU | INR 37.1 K |
| Alagappa Institute of Technology Chennai | INR 40.5 K |
| GKMCET Chennai | INR 41 K |
| SEC Chennai | INR 41 K |
Top MCA Colleges in Chennai: Admission
MCA admission in Chennai is primarily through TANCET, conducted by Anna University. A few deemed universities run their own entrance test alongside or instead of TANCET. Check the table below for Admission details for MCA Colleges in Chennai.
| College Name | Admission Mode | Eligibility (indicative) |
|---|---|---|
| MCC Chennai | TANCET | Graduation with minimum 50% + TANCET score |
| Guru Nanak College (Autonomous) | TANCET (or CAT/MAT for MBA) | Graduation with minimum aggregate as prescribed |
| BIHER | BEEE (university's own entrance test) | Graduation with minimum aggregate as prescribed |
| VISTAS Chennai | VEE (Vels Entrance Exam) / TANCET | Graduation with minimum aggregate as prescribed |
| SRM University Chennai | TANCET / merit | Graduation with minimum aggregate as prescribed |
| Ethiraj College for Women Chennai | TANCET | Graduation with minimum aggregate as prescribed |
| BS Abdur Rahman University | TANCET / merit | Graduation with minimum 50% aggregate |
| MGRERI Chennai | University's own entrance test | Graduation with minimum aggregate as prescribed |
| HCA&S Chennai | TANCET / merit | Graduation with minimum aggregate as prescribed |
| DGVC Chennai | TANCET | Graduation with minimum aggregate as prescribed |
Top Specialisations Offered by MCA Colleges in Chennai
General MCA is offered by 65 of the 67 colleges in Chennai. Computer Programming, Data Science, and Information Technology are each offered by 2 colleges.
| Specialisation | Count of Colleges | Top Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| General | 65 | MCC Chennai, Guru Nanak College (Autonomous), BIHER |
| Computer Programming | 2 | MGRERI Chennai, Guru Nanak College (Autonomous), BIHER |
| Data Science | 1 | MGRERI Chennai |
| Information Technology | 1 | Hindustan Online Centre for Open and Digital Education, Chennai |
MCA Colleges Near Chennai 2026
Since this list is already scoped to Chennai, localities are shown below using the data published for each college, alongside MCA colleges in nearby Kanchipuram, about 67.17 km away.
MCA Colleges by Locality in Chennai
| Locality | College Name | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Kasthuribainagar | MCC Chennai | INR 77.2 K |
| Velachery | Guru Nanak College (Autonomous) | INR 3 Lakh |
| Rajakilpakkam | BIHER | INR 1.56 Lakh |
| Old Pallavaram | VISTAS Chennai | INR 3.1 Lakh |
| Egmore | Ethiraj College for Women Chennai | INR 2.77 Lakh |
| Mannivakkam | BS Abdur Rahman University | INR 2.6 Lakh |
| Ayanambakkam | MGRERI Chennai | INR 2 Lakh |
| Arumbakkam | DGVC Chennai | INR 93 K |
| Chepauk | Presidency College Chennai | INR 2.83 K |
Top MCA Colleges Near Chennai — Kanchipuram (~67.17 km)
| College Name | Area | Distance from Chennai | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRMASC | SRM Nagar, Kattankulathur | 67.17 Km | INR 60 K |
| SCSVMV | Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Street, Enathur | 67.17 Km | INR 1.55 Lakh |
| SRMIST Directorate of Online Education, Kanchipuram | Kanchipuram | 67.17 Km | INR 1.5 Lakh |
| SRM VEC | S.R.M. Nagar, Kattankulathur | 67.17 Km | INR 1.5 Lakh |
| Pallavan College of Engineering Kanchipuram | Kanchipuram | 67.17 Km | INR 1.64 Lakh |
MCA Colleges in Chennai: FAQs
Ques. Which is the best MCA college in Chennai?
Ans. MCC Chennai tops the Collegedunia list, followed by Guru Nanak College (Autonomous) and BIHER.
Ques. How many MCA colleges are there in Chennai?
Ans. Collegedunia lists 67 colleges offering MCA in Chennai, including 52 private and 15 government colleges.
Ques. What is the fee range for MCA colleges in Chennai?
Ans. Among the top 10 colleges, fees range from INR 48.5 K at Hindustan College of Arts and Science to INR 3.6 Lakh at SRM University Chennai. The overall cheapest listed fee is INR 2.83 K at Presidency College Chennai.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for MCA admission in Chennai?
Ans. TANCET is the primary exam, accepted by 38 colleges. A small number of deemed universities also run their own entrance tests.
Ques. Which government college is best for MCA in Chennai?
Ans. Guru Nanak College (Autonomous) is the top-ranked government MCA college in Chennai, followed by Ethiraj College for Women.
Ques. What specialisations are offered under MCA in Chennai?
Ans. General MCA is offered by 65 of the 67 colleges. Computer Programming, Data Science, and Information Technology are each offered by 2 colleges.
Ques. Are there MCA colleges near Chennai worth considering?
Ans. Yes — SRMASC, SCSVMV, SRM VEC, and Pallavan College of Engineering in Kanchipuram are about 67 km from Chennai and appear in Collegedunia's "near Chennai" list.
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