Tamil Nadu remains top destination for higher education
The HinduTamil Nadu continues to be the destination for higher education, as per the results of the 9th edition of the National Institutional Ranking Framework that was released on Monday. Institute director V. Kamakoti termed the ranking “a validation of our dedication to producing world-class talent and driving impactful research that addresses national and global challenges.” This year NIRF introduced a separate category for State public universities as they receive lower funding as compared to Central government institutions. Private institutions include Vellore Institute of Technology; Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences; Sastra; SRM Institute of Science and Technology; Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology; Bharat Institute of Higher Education; Amrita Vishwa Vidhyapeetam and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education. Madras Medical College is ranked 10 while Christian Medical College is ranked 3rd among medical colleges. Four women’s colleges – Stella Maris College, Women’s Christian College, Queen Mary’s College and Ethiraj College and the Madras School of Social Work are among the top 100.