Quick Summary
Deemed to be university in Chennai, India — Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, est. 1987. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 16500 students including 3% from outside India. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It offers state-of-the-art infrastructure, a strong focus on interdisciplinary research, and a consistently high placement record with global recruiters.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMaterial ScienceMechanical EngineeringBiotechnology
Founded1987
TypeDeemed to be University
Total Students16500
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size134 acres
Affiliated HospitalsSathyabama General Hospital and Dental College
AccreditationNAAC A++, AICTE, UGC
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
B.E,B.Tech,B.Arch,BDS,MBBS,M.E,M.Tech,M.Arch,MBA,M.Sc,PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
12
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC A++, AICTE, UGC
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6
TOEFL75
Min GPA6
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · April 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily based on the SAEEE (Sathyabama All India Entrance Examination). Candidates should focus on the 12th-grade syllabus of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹285,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹125,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹250,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$12
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹411,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from B.E,B.Tech,B.Arch,BDS,MBBS,M.E,M.Tech,M.Arch,MBA,M.Sc,PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Biotechnology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Electronics and Communication | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
CognizantWiproHCLAccentureTCSAmazonOracle
Notable Alumni
Atlee Kumar,Dhuruvva,Anshul Kothari,Vijay Sethupathi
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Basketball Courts,Football Field,Cricket Ground,Swimming Pool,Indoor Stadium
Student Clubs
Robotics Club,Literary Club,Eco Club,Rotaract,IEEE Student Branch
Library Resources
Central library with over 300,000 volumes, 500+ journals, and extensive digital database access.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available