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CDAC Chennai

Known for its specialized courses in emerging technologies and strong connections with South India's vibrant IT industry near TIDEL Park.

CDAC Chennai

4/5 (145 reviews)

85%

Placement Rate

3

Courses Offered

130+

Recruiters

20+

Years of Excellence

About CDAC Chennai

Known for its specialized courses in emerging technologies and strong connections with South India's vibrant IT industry. CDAC Chennai is situated in Taramani, close to TIDEL Park — one of the largest IT parks in India — giving students excellent access to top IT companies operating out of Chennai.

The campus benefits from its location in a tech-dense neighborhood that houses major IT companies including TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, Zoho, and Freshworks. Students get regular exposure to industry professionals through workshops, guest lectures, and recruitment events organized on campus.

CDAC Chennai has consistently produced skilled IT professionals who have been successfully placed in leading organizations across India and abroad. The institute's focus on practical learning and industry alignment ensures graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the modern IT workplace.

Key Highlights

Located in Taramani, adjacent to TIDEL Park — one of India's largest IT parks

85% placement rate with 130+ recruiting companies

Proximity to Zoho, Freshworks, TCS offices in Taramani-Sholinganallur corridor

Specialized courses in emerging and niche technologies

Strong industry partnerships with South Indian IT companies

Government of India supported institution under MeitY

Regular hackathons and coding competitions for students

Active alumni network across top technology companies

Location & Contact

Address:

Taramani, TIDEL Park area,
Chennai - 600 113,
Tamil Nadu, India

Email:

cdacchennai@cdac.in

Website:

www.cdac.in

Courses Offered

PG-DAC

Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Computing

Popularity91%

Duration: 6 months

Fees: ₹90,000 + GST

Batch Size: 60 students

Placement Rate: 87%

Key Modules:
  • Core & Advanced Java
  • Web Technologies (React/Angular)
  • Database Technologies
  • Spring Boot & Microservices
  • Data Structures & Algorithms

PG-DBDA

Post Graduate Diploma in Big Data Analytics

Popularity79%

Duration: 6 months

Fees: ₹95,000 + GST

Batch Size: 40 students

Placement Rate: 83%

Key Modules:
  • Data Science Fundamentals
  • Machine Learning & AI
  • Big Data Technologies (Hadoop)
  • Data Visualization
  • Statistical Analysis & Python

PG-DITISS

Post Graduate Diploma in IT Infrastructure, Systems & Security

Popularity70%

Duration: 6 months

Fees: ₹90,000 + GST

Batch Size: 30 students

Placement Rate: 81%

Key Modules:
  • Network Administration
  • System Administration
  • Cloud Computing (AWS/Azure)
  • Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking
  • DevOps & Docker/Kubernetes

Admission Process

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Graduate in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
  • Mathematics as a subject in 10+2 or graduation level
  • Valid C-CAT score

Steps for Admission:

  1. Appear for C-CAT (CDAC Common Admission Test)
  2. Register for centralized counseling on CDAC website
  3. Fill your institute and course preferences
  4. Seat allocation based on C-CAT rank and preferences
  5. Pay the course fee to confirm admission
  6. Report to the institute with original documents

Fee Structure:

CourseCourse FeeGST (18%)Total Fee
PG-DAC₹90,000₹16,200₹1,06,200
PG-DBDA₹95,000₹17,100₹1,12,100
PG-DITISS₹90,000₹16,200₹1,06,200

* Fee structure is subject to change as per CDAC guidelines

Placement Statistics

85%

Overall Placement Rate

₹6.2 LPA

Average Package

₹17 LPA

Highest Package

130+

Recruiting Companies

Top Recruiters

TCS
Infosys
Wipro
Cognizant
HCL
Zoho
Freshworks
L&T Technology Services

Alumni Success Stories

KS

Karthik Subramanian

PG-DAC 2022 Batch

"CDAC Chennai's location near TIDEL Park was perfect — TCS and Cognizant campuses are just minutes away. I got placed at Zoho with 11 LPA. The practical training was excellent."

Currently: Software Engineer at Zoho

LP

Lakshmi Priya

PG-DBDA 2021 Batch

"The data science course at CDAC Chennai was transformative. The curriculum aligned perfectly with what Freshworks needed. I joined as a data analyst and have grown rapidly in my career."

Currently: Senior Data Analyst at Freshworks

Infrastructure & Facilities

Computer Labs

  • Well-equipped computer labs with modern workstations
  • High-specification machines suitable for advanced computing
  • Relevant software and tools pre-configured
  • Specialized labs for each course domain
  • Accessible during and after class hours

Classrooms

  • Air-conditioned classrooms with multimedia equipment
  • Digital projectors and presentation systems
  • Ergonomic furniture for comfortable learning
  • Good lighting and well-ventilated spaces
  • Smart boards for interactive teaching sessions

Library & Learning Resources

  • Technical library with comprehensive IT book collection
  • Digital library with e-book and journal access
  • Online learning platform subscriptions for students
  • Quiet reading areas and collaborative study zones
  • Research database access for academic needs

Other Amenities

  • Cafeteria with South Indian and multi-cuisine options
  • Good road and metro connectivity from Taramani area
  • High-speed campus-wide Wi-Fi network
  • Conference and seminar facilities for industry events
  • Student common areas and break zones