Quick Summary
Situated in Kattankulathur, Chennai, India, SRM Institute of Science and Technology is a private deemed-to-be university established in 1985. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 52000 students including 3% from outside India. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Medicine, Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
SRMIST offers a global curriculum, state-of-the-art research facilities, and one of the highest placement records in India for engineering students.
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyMedicineManagementChemistryComputer Science
Founded1985
TypePrivate Deemed-to-be University
Total Students52000
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusSuburban
Campus Size250 acres
Affiliated HospitalsSRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre
AccreditationNAAC A++,ABET,IET,UGC
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
B.Tech,M.Tech,MBA,MBBS,BDS,B.Arch,B.Sc,M.Sc,Ph.D,B.Com,LL.B
Programs
Engineering,Health Sciences,Science and Humanities,Management
PhD Programs
MBA Online,BBA Online,MCA Online,M.Com Online
Online Programs
Nanotechnology Research Center,SRM Research Institute,Interdisciplinary Institute of Indian System of Medicine
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
NAAC A++,ABET,IET,UGC
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL70
Min GPA6
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1100
ACT22
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the SRMJEEE entrance exam performance and maintain a strong aggregate in 10+2 PCM subjects. International students should apply through the SAT/direct admission route early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹250,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹150,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹200,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹401,200/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableSRM Founder's Scholarship,Merit Scholarship,Socio-Economic Scholarship,Sports Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidEducational loans through tie-ups with major nationalized banks.
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from B.Tech,M.Tech,MBA,MBBS,BDS,B.Arch,B.Sc,M.Sc,Ph.D,B.Com,LL.B programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biotechnology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh placement in tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and TCS.
Industry Connections
GoogleMicrosoftAmazonTCSCiscoHyundai
Notable Alumni
Murali Vijay,Varun Chakravarthy,Vishnu Vishal,Abhay Jodhpurkar
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Cricket Ground,Indoor Stadium,Tennis Courts,Gymnasium,Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
Aaruush,Milan,SRM Sat,Programming Club,Robotics Club
Library Resources
Central Library,Online Journal Access,Digital Repository,Reading Rooms
Exchange Programs
SAP (Semester Abroad Program),Global Immersion Program
Summer Programs
International Summer School,Research Internships