The university is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A' grade and has been ranked among the top universities in India by various ranking agencies. In the NIRF 2022 rankings, Dr. MGR University was ranked 12th among the top universities in India. It was also ranked 6th among the top universities in Tamil Nadu.
In the QS World University Rankings 2023, Dr. MGR University was ranked in the 1001-1200 band. It was also ranked 101-150 among the top universities in India.
These rankings indicate that Dr. MGR University is a highly regarded and respected institution of higher education in India and offers quality education and research opportunities to its students.