Quick Summary
Symbiosis International (Deemed University), in Pune, India, is a private deemed university that has shaped higher education since 1971. Ranked #641-650 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 34000 students including 7.5% from outside India. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Law, Media and Communication, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Known for world-class management and law education, SIU offers a truly international multicultural environment and exceptional industry exposure in India's educational hub, Pune.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesLawMedia and CommunicationComputer Science
Founded1971
TypePrivate Deemed University
Total Students34000
Intl Students7.5%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusMulti-campus/Residential
Campus Size350 acres
Affiliated HospitalsSymbiosis University Hospital and Research Centre
AccreditationNAAC A++,UGC,AIU
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#641-650
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
Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Doctoral,Diploma,Certificate
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Symbiosis Centre for Research and Innovation (SCRI),Symbiosis Centre for Waste Resource Management
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC A++,UGC,AIU
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.0/4.0
GRENot Available
GMAT600
SAT1200
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · September 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
A high score in SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) or SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test) is critical. Prepare thoroughly for the Group Exercise and Personal Interaction (GE-PI) rounds.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹480,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹265,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹1,120,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$28
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹1,385,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Doctoral,Diploma,Certificate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| BBA | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| BA LLB | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| B.Tech | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| M.Sc. Computer Applications | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$26,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship Placement100
Industry Connections
DeloitteGoldman SachsInfosysKPMGMicrosoftAmazon
Notable Alumni
Piyush Goyal,Prachi Desai,Zareen Khan,Ashish Bhasin
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Cricket Ground,Swimming Pool,Basketball Courts,Indoor Badminton Courts,Fitness Centre
Student Clubs
Symbiosis Entrepreneurship Cell,Cultural Council,Enactus,Photography Club
Library Resources
Digital Repository,Remote Access to E-Journals,Central Library at Lavale,Bloomberg Terminals
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available