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Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute Ranking 2025

Kelambakkam, Chennai

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A NAAC accredited
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Estd. 2006

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Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute is a highly regarded university and has been ranked by multiple ranking bodies under multiple categories. It's good ranks over the years reflect upon the fact that it is one of the top educational institutes. In the NIRF 2025, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute ranked in the #32 under the 'Dental' category. In the 'Dental' category, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute ranked in the top 50 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2025.

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Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute Ranking Highlights 2025
NIRF Ranking 2025
India Today Ranking 2025
Outlook Ranking 2026
The Week Ranking 2025
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Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute Ranking Highlights 2025

Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute is one of India’s top institutes. Eminent national ranking bodies have acknowledged it as a leading institute. As per NIRF 2025, the ranking of the institute is #32 in the Dental category. The institute is ranked as one of the best institutes for its top class faculty. The article mentioned in this space covers all the details you need if you are interested in Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute rankings.

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Dental

NIRF, 2025

#32

7th Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Chennai in 2025->

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NIRF Ranking 2025

Over the years, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute has earned commendable rankings across different domains in the NIRF 2025. This signifies the institution's esteemed reputation and proficiency in various aspects, assigning it an overall good score. It can be seen that the Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute's rankings in 'Dental' category have displayed a fluctuating trend as per the ranks of the previous years. In 2025, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute

Explore the Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute latest rankings by other ranking bodies and their categories below:

Category	2023	2024	2025
Dental	27	33	32

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NIRF Ranking Comparison

According to the NIRF ranking 2025, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute received #32 rank in the 'Dental' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as MRIIRS Faridabad, and Government Dental College and Research Institute, Bangalore for NIRF rankings under the 'Dental' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Tezpur University with other top institutes:

Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute vs Other Institutes: NIRF Ranking 2025
College Name	Dental 2025
Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute	32
Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute	30
Yenepoya Dental College	31
MRIIRS Faridabad	33
Government Dental College and Research Institute, Bangalore	34

Similar ranked Dental colleges by NIRF

Dental

College	Ranking
KLE Vishwanath Katti Institute of Dental Sciences, Belagavi	29
Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital	30
Yenepoya Dental College	31
Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute	32
MRIIRS Faridabad	33
Government Dental College and Research Institute, Bangalore	34
Government Dental College, Trivandrum	35

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India Today Ranking 2025

Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute has been recognised for its excellence in various fields by India Today 2025, outperforming other institutes in parameters such as Teaching, Graduation Outcome, Inclusivity & Research, as well as fostering an exceptional learning environment. One can observe that, in the 'Dental' category, the institute's ranks have improved in comparison with last year's ranking. In 2025, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute climbed 3 ranks to #45 r

Explore the Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute latest rankings by other ranking bodies and their categories below:

Category	2023	2024	2025
Dental	50	48	45

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India Today Ranking Comparison

As per the India Today 2025, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute achieved #45 rank under the 'Dental' category. It stands on par with well-known institutions such as DAV Dental School and People's University under the India Today 'Dental' category. Check the year-wise comparison of Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute with other leading institutes below.

Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute vs Other Institutes: India Today Ranking 2025
College Name	Dental 2025
Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute	45
Bhojia Dental College and Hospital	43
Anil Neerukonda Institute of Dental Sciences	44
DAV Dental School	46
People's University	47

Similar ranked Dental colleges by India Today

Dental

College	Ranking
Rungta College of Dental Sciences and Research	42
Bhojia Dental College and Hospital	43
Anil Neerukonda Institute of Dental Sciences	44
Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute	45
J.N. Kapoor, D.A.V Centenary Dental College	46
People's University	47
A.J Institute of Dental Sciences	48

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Outlook Ranking 2026

According to the rankings from Outlook-ICARE, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute outperformed various other institutes, securing a higher position for its achievements in Teaching, Graduation Success Rates, Research, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment.

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Outlook Ranking Comparison

According to the Outlook-ICARE ranking 2024, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute received #10 rank in the 'Dental (Private)' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as The Oxford Dental College and Hospital, and CDC Ludhiana for Outlook-ICARE rankings under the 'Dental (Private)' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute with other top institutes:

Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute vs Other Institutes: Outlook-ICARE Ranking 2024
College Name	Dental (Private) 2024
Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute	10
Guru Nanak Institute of Dental Science and Research, JIS Group	8
Yenepoya Dental College	9
The Oxford Dental College and Hospital	11
CDC Ludhiana	12

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The Week Ranking 2025

As per the overall score, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute has been placed at a good position by The Week under the 'Dental' category, reflecting its exceptional performance in areas like Teaching, Research, Graduation Outcomes, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment. It is observable that in the 'Dental' category, the institute's ranks have shown an increasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the past year. In 2025, Chettinad Dental College and Researc

It has been seen that in the 'Dental (Private)' category, the institute's ranking has scaled up when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2025, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute climbed 1 rank to #20 rank in the 'Dental (Private)' category by The Week ranking.

Check out the latest rankings for other ranking bodies and their categories below.

Category	2024	2025
Dental	30	29

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The Week Ranking Comparison

According to The Week ranking 2025, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute received #29 rank in the 'Dental' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as Vishnu Dental College Andhra pradesh, and DAPM RV Dental College for The Week rankings under the 'Dental' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Tezpur University with other top institutes:

Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute vs Other Institutes: The Week Ranking 2025
College Name	Dental 2025
Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute	29
Manav Rachna Dental College	27
The Oxford Dental College and Hospital	28
Vishnu Dental College Andhra pradesh	30
DAPM RV Dental College	31

Similar ranked Dental colleges by The Week

Dental

College	Ranking
Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences	26
Manav Rachna Dental College	27
The Oxford Dental College and Hospital	28
Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute	29
Vishnu Dental College Andhra pradesh	30
D. A. Pandu Memorial R. V. Dental College	31
Dr. Harvansh Singh Judge Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital	32

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Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
India Today	50	48	45
The Week	-	30	29
NIRF	27	33	32

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Mano

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2025

4.4

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

A good dental college to join.

Placements: It is a professional college. So the students can expect to be well trained enough to start a clinic. The internship training in the college is also good. In my batch, all the seats were filled. The college has two different quotas: management and government. The fees for government quota is less. All the students can afford to do internship in the college for free, no stipend will be given.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is top-notch. All the lecture halls are fully air-conditioned. The labs have all the facilities. The college has lift and escalator services and cycles to travel to the nearby places. The hostel has all the facilities. Food quality is good in hostel and in the college canteen.

Faculty: All the faculty members are highly qualified. The curriculum is finished on time and many exams are conducted from time to time. Co-curricular activities are conducted often with prizes. Students can expect to be ready for the profession by the time they finish the college.

Other: BDS is a professional course. The campus crowd is good. College is situated in the outer regions of Chennai, so if you want to travel to the college by public transportation, bus is the only option. Metro will be available till Siruseri in the next four years. Many inter-college programs are also conducted.

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Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2023

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

1st line choice for studying UG course of Bachelor of dental surgery, .

Placements: 1. Yearly as per government rule 100 seats were allotted for Bachelor of dental surgery. Nearly 75 percent of seats were filled by Tamil Nadu mgr university and 25 percent of seat were filled by management of the college. 2. Salary depends on individual, those who has done master in course were paid more. And most likely candidates who done MS were appointed and paid more than Candidates with UG BDS. 3. In case of dental and medical colleges it is different there is no campus interview or recruitment from companies. We should apply to varies dental institutes for job as dental surgeon, lecturer, reader, etc. Or we can start our own dental clinics if financially well. 4. two courses are offered *BDS * MS.

Infrastructure: In case of infrastructure, Chettinad denatal college is far more better than other dental colleges. Infrastructure includes Free Wi-Fi for students, Biometric systems, Laboratories for each and every departments, Separate laboratories for both UG and PG candidates, Uniforms are provided. Hifi hostel facilities available (Both boys and girls ) Food is healthy and good. Football, cricket, volleyball grounds available. Badminton, carrom, chess indoor courts are available. 24/7 emergency medical.

Faculty: Coming to faculty of chettinad dental college, Teaching staff and non teaching staff, both are well qualified with min 10 year experience. Especially teaching staff and doctors are very intellectual and will help out our students to get qualified as best doctor. They always try to get best from the student to make their future more bright.

Other: All kind of scholarships are provided. Campus is pollution free campus. Well treated drainage system. Cycles are provided. Foodcourt, Shops, salon.

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Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2027

3.6

4Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Good value for the money we pay.

Placements: Placements in the dental sector depend on our skills. Chettinad provides you with a good learning experience. They also provide research facilities. They help you with your research work in every step. Internship is provided within the college itself in each department.

Infrastructure: Hostel is available in AC and non-AC. AC provides premium facilities. Wi-Fi is free. We have good labs. There is a peaceful library with all books related to the subjects available. Food is good, but it repeats itself every week. Veg and non-veg food are both available. Evening snacks and juices are provided.

Faculty: Most of the teachers are approachable. Everyone is passionate about teaching and making sure you understand your subject. There are no semesters. One final university exam and 3 IAS are conducted according to Dr. Mgr Medical University guidelines, with a minimum pass mark of 50%.

Other: Good value for the money you provide, and patient flow is average. Teaching is good. Extracurricular activities are appreciated. An iPad is provided here.

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PREETHI G

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2019

4.4

4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Our college has an amazing infrastructure, well-equipped campus and top-notch staff.

Placements: Since it is a medical profession, we don't have campus interviews or placements. But learning here will help you much when you peruse for higher studies like masters, or any fellowship, etc. One year compulsory CRI will teach you most about the clinical setup.

Infrastructure: Our college has a well-ventilated and eco-green campus. Our college has amazing indoor and outdoor stadiums. It is an expensive college, but it is worth for the money paid. Food served in the hostel is amazing. We have a gym, yoga, Zumba, salon, laundry, playground and vending machines in the hostel. Overall, it was an amazing college experience. The college provides you with HP laptop or Apple iPad with college Wi-Fi facility.

Faculty: We have an education system called LMS, through which you can access any subject videos and presentations at any time. They provide both digital and blackboard teaching.

Other: It organises the college fest, Chet Fusion, Chet Fest and Midas every year.

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Kishan Kumar

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2021

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Excellent infrastructure with well-equipped laboratories.

Placements: We have a separate placement cell in our college. We have job placement guarantee. There are total eight departments in our college in which every sub speciality is there. We have got internship in top chain of dental hospitals and clinics.

Infrastructure: We have an excellent infrastructure with well equipped classrooms having projectors. The laboratories are well-equipped. We have a food court which caters the needs of every student and staff. We have cycles to travel in the college campus and also Dolby equipped auditorium.

Faculty: We have a very good faculty. They have minimum experience of 5 years in their field. The method of learning and mastering every topic is made easy by the faculty members. They are very much approachable. Doubts raised by the students are cleared without any hesitation.

Other: My ambition and dream of becoming a doctor made me choose dentistry.

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