SRM University Online, Chennai
Founded in 1985, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRM IST), formerly SRM University Chennai, is a top-ranked university in the SRM Group. Globally, it’s ranked 1001-1200 by QS World University Rankings 2025 in the ‘World University’ category. SRM University Chennai holds the 4th rank by Outlook 2023 for Engineering, 4th rank by Times 2023 for BBA, and 14th rank by NIRF 2023 for Architecture. It is accredited by IET Engineering, ABET’s Engineering and Computing Accreditation Commissions, NBA, and NAAC with an A++ grade. SRM Chennai is approved by UGC and AICTE.
The university offers UG, PG, PhD, diploma, and other courses in Management, Architecture, Engineering, Agriculture, and more. Located in Kattankulathur, Chennai, it also provides distance and online education. SRM Chennai is well-known for its MBA and BTech programs, but also offers BSc, BBA, MSc, MTech, MBBS, and other courses. Most admissions are based on entrance exam scores, including the SRMJEEE UG for BTech, and several national-level exams are accepted.
SRM University Rankings
SRM Institute of Science and Technology is one of India’s leading universities. It is highly ranked by various organizations, including NIRF, Outlook, Times, and QS. For 2024, QS has placed SRM Institute of Science and Technology in the 1201-1400 range among top global universities.
| Ranking body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
Outlook  | Engineering (Private) | 4 |
India Today  | BBA | 10 |
NIRF  | Architecture | 14 |
Business Today  | MBA | 102 |
This respected university is known for its excellent programs like MBA, BBA, and BTech. SRM’s rankings reflect strong performance in key areas such as Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, and Employment Outcomes.
Programs Fees
SRM University (SRM IST) Chennai courses are offered at four levels: diploma, UG, PG and doctoral levels. SRM Institute of Science and Technology course list includes more than 100 courses. SRM University Chennai courses are available in multiple study modes that include full-time, part-time and online courses. SRM University courses are offered in multiple streams – science, technology, management, Arts, law, education, media and many more.
There are several SRM University Chennai diploma courses. The duration of the SRM University Chennai diploma course ranges from 1 to 2 years. There are about 100 SRM University Chennai UG courses that include B.Tech Engineering courses, B.Tech Computer Science courses and others. More than 70 courses are offered by SRM University at the postgraduate level.
| Course | Fees | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma | Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 90,000 | 3 years |
| B.Sc | Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 3.75 lakhs | 3 years |
| B.Sc Hons | Rs. 3 to Rs. 12 lakhs | 3 years |
| B.Com | Rs. 1.50 to Rs. 2.40 lakhs | 3 years |
| B.Com Hons | Rs. 3.75 lakhs | 3 years |
| B.B.A | Rs. 1.29 to Rs. 3 lakhs | 3 years |
| B.C.A | Rs. 2.40 lakhs | 3 years |
| B.Optom | Rs. 13.75 lakhs | 3 years |
| B.Tech | Rs. 7.50 lakhs | 4 years |
| B.Arch | Rs. 13.75 lakhs | 5 years |
| B.Ed | Rs. 1 lakhs | 3 years |
| M.B.A | Rs. 1.89 to Rs. 7.50 lakhs | 2 years |
| M.C.A | Rs. 1 to Rs. 2 lakhs | 2 years |
| M.Sc | Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 5 lakhs | 2 years |
| M.Tech | Rs. 3.20 lakhs | 2 years |
| M.Com | Rs. 60,000 | 2 years |
| PG Diploma | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1 lakhs | 2 years |
| M.Des | Rs. 3.50 lakhs | 2 years |
| M.Arch | Rs. 2 Lakhs | 2 years |
| M.Ed | Rs. 1.20 lakhs | 2 years |
| M.Phil | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 4 lakhs | 2 years |
Note: Candidates can refer to the official website for more details about SRM University Chennai
Programs Eligibility
Diploma: Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with a minimum of 40% marks.
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc): Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Botany/Zoology/Computer Science/Statistics, and a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor of Science (Honours) [B.Sc Hons]: Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination in the Science stream with a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com): Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) [B.Com Hons]: Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with Commerce and Accountancy, and a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A): Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor of Computer Applications (B.C.A): Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with Maths or Maths and Computer Science, and a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom): Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Maths/Biology/Botany/Zoology, with a minimum of 60% marks.
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech): Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) with a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor of Design (B.Des): Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch): Students must have passed the 10+2 level examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks. A valid score in NATA is mandatory.
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed): Students must have passed graduation from a recognized university.
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A): Students must have passed graduation with a minimum of 50% marks. A valid score in CAT/TANCET/XAT/MAT/GMAT/NMAT/CMAT or SRM Joint Entrance Exam (SRMJEE-M) is mandatory.
Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A): Students must have passed B.C.A/B.Sc in the relevant field or B.Sc/B.Com/B.A with Maths at the 10+2 or graduation level.
Master of Science (M.Sc): Students must have passed B.Sc from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks.
Master of Technology (M.Tech): Students must have passed B.Tech in the relevant field from a recognized university.
Master of Commerce (M.Com): Students must have passed B.Com/B.B.M/B.C.S/B.B.A with a minimum of 50% marks.
Postgraduate Diploma (PG Diploma): Students must have passed post-graduation in the relevant field from a recognized university.
Master of Design (M.Des): Students must have passed B.Des or B.Arch from a recognized university. Clearing CEED and/or a written exam and interview at SRMIST is mandatory.
Master of Architecture (M.Arch): Students must have passed B.Arch from a recognized university.
Master of Education (M.Ed): Students must have passed B.Ed from a recognized university.
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil): Students must have passed post-graduation with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for candidates belonging to reserved categories).
Scholarships
The SRM University IST Founder’s Scholarship is designed to support top performers in qualifying exams or the JEE exam who are starting their BTech studies. It also welcomes exceptional sports talents to apply for Diploma, UG, or PG programs at SRM IST.
Applicants must have passed their HSC or equivalent degree on their first try in the current admission year and fulfill the conditions listed in the table below:
| Sub Category | Concession Details | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|
| Top 100 rank in SRMJEEE (UG) | 100 % fee concession in Tuition fees and Hostel/ Transport fees. | Must be eligible for admission to First Year B.Tech, Must attend On-campus counselling |
| Top 10,000 rank in IIT JEE (Mains) | ||
| State first rank in HSC of respective state boards or CBSE within India | ||
| District topper in HSC in Tamil Nadu State Board or CBSE within Tamil Nadu | ||
| Exemplary sports persons representing University/ District (Province)/ Zone/ State/ National/ International | 100 % fee concession in Application & Registration fee, Tuition fees, Hostel/ Transport fees and Examination fees | Only select programmes as decided by SRMIST are permissible under the sports quota |
| Must be eligible for First Year Diploma/UG/PG programme permitted under the quota |
Placements
In the SRM University placements for 2024, recruiters extended over 5,176 job offers to the Class of 2024, including students from BTech, MCA, and MBA programs. Here’s a summary of the placement highlights for SRM Institute of Science and Technology for the Class of 2023 and 2024:
For 2024, the highest package offered was INR 52 LPA, with an average package of INR 7.50 LPA. By April 13, 2024, over 853 companies had visited the campus, making 5,176 offers to students. For 2023, the highest package was INR 57 LPA, with an average of INR 7.50 LPA. A total of 1,313 companies visited the campus, resulting in 9,011 offers to the Class of 2023. Notable recruiters included Microsoft, Google, Amazon, HCL, IBM, and TCS.
| Particulars | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest package | INR 57 LPA | INR 52 LPA |
| Average package | INR 7.50 LPA | INR 7.50 LPA |
| Total recruiters | 1,313+ | 853+ |
| Total offers | 9,011+ | 5,176+ |
| Total high-paying offers | 3,327+ | 2,233+ |
Note: Placements for the academic year 2023-2024 are still ongoing. The final figures may change when the complete placement reports are released.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.)
Q: Can I join MBA in SRM University without entrance exam?
A: No, admission to MBA at SRM IST Chennai is entrance-based. There is no other provision for admission. Admission to MBA course is based on CAT/MAT/CMAT/NMAT/GMAT/SAT score. Candidates who have not qualified any of the accepted entrance exam can appear for SRMJEEM.
Further, shortlisted aspirants need to pass PI round conducted by the university. Aspirants must meet the eligibility requirement to avoid rejection of application. Candidates must pass bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate to apply for the MBA course. Candidates with at least two to three years of work experience get special consideration. Shortlisted candidates are further called for counselling and document verification. Candidates need to pay the course fee to confirm their admission.
Q: Is the odl programme of srm ist recognised by the ugc?
A: Yes. SRM IST ODL programmes are recognised by the UGC. You can refer to the UGC website for further information. Moreover SRM IST is a Category I institution and is approved for graded autonomy by the MHRD.
Q: Can a candidate with a three year diploma join the degree programme?
A: For some undergraduate programmes three-year Diploma holders are admitted. You can refer to our website to know more.
Q: How many study centres srm ist have for the odl programmes and where?
A: We have not operationalized any LSCs (Study Centres) so far. SRM IST may have LSCs in three of its campuses within Tamilnadu
Q: Does srm ist arrange for placement for students?
A: At present SRM IST has not made any such commitment to students.
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