Top Private Diploma Colleges in Chennai 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 149 Diploma colleges in Chennai. Out of the total, 115 Diploma colleges are private and 10 Diploma are owned by the government.Tamilnadu 10th, CBSE 12th, CBSE 10th, Tamilnadu 12th, VTUEEE are accepted for admission in Diploma colleges in India. Top 10 Diploma colleges are SRM University Chennai, Madras University, Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition, Chennai, Madras Christian College, Indian Maritime University, Madras Medical College, Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai, Loyola Institute of Business Administration, International Maritime Academy.

Diploma College Highlights in Chennai

Total Number of colleges	149
Accepted Entrance Exams	Tamilnadu 10th, CBSE 12th, CBSE 10th, Tamilnadu 12th, VTUEEE
Average Fees	₹ 1.08 Lacs

Top Diploma Colleges in Tamil Nadu

College Name	Fees	Exams Accepted
SRM University Chennai	₹ 31000.0	-
Bharathiar University	₹ 6000.0	-
Madras University	₹ 5015.0	-
TNAU	-	-
Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition, Chennai	₹ 33875.0	-
Madras Christian College	₹ 14000.0	-
Indian Maritime University	₹ 225000.0	-
Madras Medical College	-	-
G.Kuppuswamy Naidu Memorial Hospital	₹ 315000.0	-
PSG Institute of Advanced Studies	-	-

Top Govt Diploma Colleges in Chennai

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Madras University	-	₹ 5015
Madras Christian College	-	₹ 14000
Government Kilpauk Medical College	-	-
National College of Design	-	₹ 99000
Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies	-	-
Government Polytechnic College, Chennai	670	-
SIVET College	-	-
Stella Maris College	-	-
Quaid-E-Millath Government College for Women	530	-
Pediatric Emergency Unit, Institute of Child Health and Hospital for Children	-	-

Top Private Diploma Colleges in Chennai

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
SRM University Chennai	410	₹ 31000
Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition, Chennai	200	₹ 33875
Indian Maritime University	40	₹ 225000
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai	-	₹ 80000
Loyola Institute of Business Administration	-	₹ 160307
International Maritime Academy	-	-
SRM Institute of Science and Technology Ramapuram	10	-
Central Footwear Training Institute, Chennai	-	-
Indian Institute of Logistics	-	₹ 176333
Inter National Institute for Fashion Design	-	-

Showing 116 Private Diploma Colleges in Chennai

MIOT International

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
Other

NEET PG Exams

MIOT International is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1999. MIOT International offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BSc, Diploma, MSc, DNB in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 394+ students

Meenakshi Ammal Arts & Science College

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE

Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Meenakshi Ammal Arts & Science College is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2001. Meenakshi Ammal Arts & Science College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 70+ students

Dharmamurthi Rao Bahadur Calavala Cunnan Chetty's Hindu College

5.0
(3 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Dharmamurthi Rao Bahadur Calavala Cunnan Chetty's Hindu College is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1969. Dharmamurthi Rao Bahadur Calavala Cunnan Chetty's Hindu College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 53+ students

Annai Veilankanni Group Of Educational Institutions

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

40,000 Diploma
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Annai Veilankanni Group Of Educational Institutions is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2000. Annai Veilankanni Group Of Educational Institutions offers Regular courses such as BSc, B.Pharm, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 12+ students

Fighter Wings Aviation Academy

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

75,000 - 1,50,000 Diploma
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Fighter Wings Aviation Academy is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2016. Fighter Wings Aviation Academy offers Regular courses such as MBA, MBBS, BSc, BBA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 999+ students

Good Shepherd Institutions

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

Good Shepherd Institutions is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2009. Good Shepherd Institutions offers Regular courses such as Diploma, B.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

Ascend Aviation Academy, Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE

95,000 - 2,00,000 Diploma
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Ascend Aviation Academy, Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2018. Ascend Aviation Academy, Chennai offers Regular courses such as Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

St Joseph University Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC

50,000 Diploma
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St Joseph University Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. . St Joseph University Chennai offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4742+ students

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L.V. Prasad Film & TV Academy, Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

2,50,000 Diploma
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Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

L.V. Prasad Film & TV Academy, Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2005. L.V. Prasad Film & TV Academy, Chennai offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BSc, Diploma, PGD, Certificate, BFA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 65+ students

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Anipix Animation Academy

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

31,000 - 88,700 Diploma
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Anipix Animation Academy is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2013. Anipix Animation Academy offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2775+ students

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Jeppiaar University, Chennai

4.3
(9 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+1 Govt of Tamilnadu

1,00,000 - 1,20,000 Diploma
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Jeppiaar University, Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2022. Jeppiaar University, Chennai offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8046+ students

ASET College of Science & Technology

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,04,000 Diploma
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ASET College of Science & Technology is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2016. ASET College of Science & Technology offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8293+ students

PTC - Aviation Academy, Chennai

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

1,18,000 - 1,41,600 Diploma
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

PTC - Aviation Academy, Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2006. PTC - Aviation Academy, Chennai offers Regular courses such as MBA, BBA, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1340+ students

Annamal Institute of Hotel Management

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
ISO

41,000 - 75,400 Diploma
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Annamal Institute of Hotel Management is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. . Annamal Institute of Hotel Management offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 3973+ students

CII Institute of Hospitality, Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

4,01,200 - 4,48,400 Diploma
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CII Institute of Hospitality, Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2021. CII Institute of Hospitality, Chennai offers Regular courses such as Diploma, BTHM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7578+ students

Flybhaarath International College

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
ISO

55,000 - 1,20,000 Diploma
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Flybhaarath International College is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. . Flybhaarath International College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

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SRM Institute of Science and Technology

4.4
(70 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+2 MHRD , NAAC

CBSE 10th Exams
...+6 Tamilnadu 10th , SRMJEEE , GATE , UCEED , SRMJEEE (PG) , CBSE 12th

SRM Institute of Science and Technology Ramapuram specialties

Rankings : Top National & Global Ranks - NIRF 2025: Overall #22, Engg #14 - THE 2024: World 1201-1500, Asia 401
Region : Strategic Chennai Location - Proximity to Chennai's IT hubs - Access to diverse industrial sectors
Tier : Elite Institution Status - NAAC A++ accredited institution - Consistently high national rankings
Fees : Mid/High Fee Structure -Rs 2.55-16.1 L (Total B.Tech) - Fees vary by specialization
ROI : Good Placement Returns - Highest packageRs 29.5 LPA (2025) - Average packageRs 6.5 LPA (2025)
Flagship Courses : Leading Engineering Programs - B.Tech Computer Science Engineering - Popular for AI/ML, Cyber Securi
Specializations : Cutting-Edge CSE Specializations - CSE with AI/ML, Cyber Security - Big Data Analytics, IoT, Cloud C
Placements : Strong Industry Placements - Strong in IT, Product Development - Top recruiters: Amazon, Microsoft,
Top Industries : Diverse Recruitment Sectors - IT Services (TCS, Wipro, Infosys) - Consulting (Deloitte, KPMG, Accent
Diversity : Inclusive Global Environment - Pan-India student representation - Global academic exposure programs
Internships : Industry-Relevant Internships - Internships at Amazon, Nokia, Deloitte - Projects in IT, Finance, Ma
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Collaborations - Semester Abroad Program (SAP) - Hampton University, USA degree prog
Alumni : Distinguished Alumni Network - Notable alumni in sports, cinema - Alumni in tech leadership roles
Guest Lecturers : Expert Industry Insights - Industry experts from Wipro, Google - Lectures on AI, Cyber Security, NLP

Shortlisted by 11600+ students

Sathyam International Institute of Hotel Management and Aviation, Chennai

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
Govt of Ta

82,000 Diploma
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Sathyam International Institute of Hotel Management and Aviation, Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2018. Sathyam International Institute of Hotel Management and Aviation, Chennai offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4683+ students

Liberty High Scans Private Limited

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
MCI

Liberty High Scans Private Limited is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2008. Liberty High Scans Private Limited offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

CIC Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
Medical Co
...+3 AICTE , TN DR MGR MEDICAL UNIVERSITY , The TN Dr MGR Medical University

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 Tamilnadu 12th , NEET PG

CIC Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1954. CIC Chennai offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, MSc, PGD, M.Phil in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 126+ students

Wlci Chennai

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

1,00,000 - 4,30,000 Diploma
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Wlci Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2005. Wlci Chennai offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Des, Executive MBA, BA, Diploma, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22+ students

iBAX

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

1,00,000 - 3,00,000 Diploma
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AP ICET Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , BIEAP

iBAX is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. . iBAX offers Regular courses such as MBA, BBA, Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 16+ students

AEC Tourism and Hospitality Academy (AEC), Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
Other

AEC Tourism and Hospitality Academy (AEC), Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1998. AEC Tourism and Hospitality Academy (AEC), Chennai offers Regular courses such as Diploma, Certificate, BHM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4+ students

DOT School of Design

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

45,000 - 99,900 Diploma
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DOT School of Design is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2020. DOT School of Design offers Regular courses such as B.Des, Diploma, PGD, M.Des, BFA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4423+ students

Ironwood Sports Management Global Academy, Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Ironwood Sports Management Global Academy, Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2020. Ironwood Sports Management Global Academy, Chennai offers Regular courses such as BBA, Diploma, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 6+ students

Galaxy International Institute of Logistics

4.1
(33 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC

40,000 Diploma
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Galaxy International Institute of Logistics is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2015. Galaxy International Institute of Logistics offers Regular courses such as MBA, BBA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7338+ students

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Top Private Diploma Colleges in Chennai 2026

Diploma College Highlights in Chennai

Top Diploma Colleges in Tamil Nadu

Top Govt Diploma Colleges in Chennai

Top Private Diploma Colleges in Chennai

Showing 116 Private Diploma Colleges in Chennai

NEET PG Exams

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

40,000 Diploma

75,000 - 1,50,000 Diploma

95,000 - 2,00,000 Diploma

50,000 Diploma

2,50,000 Diploma

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

31,000 - 88,700 Diploma

1,00,000 - 1,20,000 Diploma

1,04,000 Diploma

1,18,000 - 1,41,600 Diploma

CBSE 12th Exams

41,000 - 75,400 Diploma

4,01,200 - 4,48,400 Diploma

55,000 - 1,20,000 Diploma

CBSE 10th Exams

SRM Institute of Science and Technology Ramapuram specialties

82,000 Diploma

CBSE 12th Exams

1,00,000 - 4,30,000 Diploma

1,00,000 - 3,00,000 Diploma

AP ICET Exams

45,000 - 99,900 Diploma

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

40,000 Diploma

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