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PrivateNIRF 2025 #93 OverallNIRF 2025 #53 University

Sathyabama University Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu5160 IntakeofflineFounded 1987Deemed to be University
Fees / year
₹60,000 - ₹2.55L
Courses
53+
Median Salary
₹6.3 LPA

At a glance

Established
1987
Institution type
Private
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Affiliation
Deemed to be University
Approvals
NAAC
NIRF 2025
#93 Overall, #53 University, #67 Engineering
Programmes
53 in Engineering, Management, Medical, Science
UG fees
₹60,000 – ₹2.55L a year
PG fees
₹80,000 – ₹2.02L a year
Median salary
₹6.3 LPA (4-year UG programmes, 2023–24)
Placement rate
93.8% (4-year UG programmes, 2023–24)
Students enrolled
16,658 (2023–24)

Placement and student figures: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025. Fees: first-year tuition as listed for each programme.

About Sathyabama University Chennai

About Sathyabama University Chennai Sathyabama University Chennai - Dr. Jeppiaar founded the Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (A Christian Minority Institution) formerly known as Sathyabama Engineering College in 1987. It is a leading institute of architecture, research, technology, and education awareness. The Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Referred to as the University) offers 27 UG-level and 41 programs offersSathyabama Institute of Science and Technology Sathyabama has a good presence in rankings and ratings at the National and International levels. Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology has alliances with leading Universities and research establishments at the National and International Levels. It is a research-intensive University with world-class laboratories and research facilities and is involved in research in the emerging areas of Science and Technology. The institute has undertaken various sponsored and collaborative R&D projects funded by National and International Organizations. Sathyabama wrote a special page on the history of space research on 22nd June 2016 with the launch of “SATHYABAMASAT” in association with ISRO. Sathyabama has emerged as a leading Institution and achieved excellence in higher education to international standards owing to its research and academic excellence. Name Sathyabama University Institute Type Private Established 1987 Accreditation NAAC - A Approval UGC Website www.sathyabama.ac.in.

NIRF 2025 Rankings

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (Ministry of Education) ranks institutions in separate lists. It lists this college as Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology.

Ranking listRankScore
University#5352.52
Engineering#6750.64
Overall#9349.79

Source: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education. Data submitted by the institution (PDF)

Courses and Fees

53 programmes
CourseLevelSpecialisationsFirst-year tuition
B.EUndergraduate14₹2,50,000
B.ScUndergraduate10₹60,000 – ₹1,00,000
Master of Engineering -M.EPostgraduate4₹1,20,000
Master of Laws [LL.M]Postgraduate3₹1,20,000
B.TechUndergraduate2₹2,50,000
Master of Science [M.Sc]Postgraduate2₹80,000
B.AUndergraduate1₹60,000
B.ArchUndergraduate1₹1,50,000

Placements

2,927 of the 3,122 students who graduated from Sathyabama University Chennai's 4-year UG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (93.8%), at a median salary of ₹6.3 LPA. 194 went on to higher studies.

Source: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

Year-wise placements

Admission 2027

Sathyabama University Chennai Admission Process The admission to Sathyabama University in B.E., B.Tech., and B.Arch., programmes is done solely based on the performance in the All India B.E/B.Tech/B.Arch. Entrance Examination conducted by Sathyabama University. Admission to the MBA and MCA programs is done based on the performance in the All India Entrance Examination conducted by Sathyabama University. How to apply for Sathyabama University Entrance Exam Application forms for Sathyabama University can be filled in both online and offline mode. The protocol to be followed is set out below. Step 1: Candidates must register by submitting a valid e-mail address, phone number, and password to apply. When the registration is complete, the applicant will receive an SMS and e-mail. Step 2: After registration has been completed, applicants must log in using their Application Number and Password and fill in the application form. Step 3: Complete all application form fields, and upload the images. Candidates must not miss uploading the documents as they are relevant and the application form is considered incomplete without documentation. Step 4: The next step is to pay for the application form. The application form is considered complete only if the payment is done. Step 5. Once the Payment is done, the process shall be considered as complete. Candidates can take a hard copy of the application form. There is no need to submit the application form receipt to the university through offline mode.

Scholarships and Fee Reimbursement

In 2023–24, 5,007 of 16,658 students at Sathyabama University Chennai (30.1%) had their full tuition fee reimbursed by government schemes, the institution or private bodies (NIRF 2025 data).

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TypePrivate
LocationChennai, Tamil Nadu
Established1987
RankingNIRF 2025 #93 Overall
Total Intake5160
Courses53+