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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology Chennai

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
PrivateEst  19883.73/4 Cycle 3 Co-ed
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SIST University Chennai: Admission 2026, Fees, Courses Ranking & Placement

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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, was established in 1987 and is formerly known as Sathyabama University and SIST. Sathyabama University Chennai is a private deemed-to-be university, recognized by UGC as a Category 1 University. SIST is accredited by NBA, NAAC with an ‘A++’ grade, and ABET.

Sathyabama University is ranked 53rd by the NIRF 2025 ranking among the Universities in India. SIST is approved by MHRD, UGC, AICTE, Council of Architecture, Dental Council of India, Bar Council of India, Pharmacy Council of India, Indian Nursing Council, and the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council. Sathyabama University offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Engineering, Architecture, Dental Science, Management, Arts, Science, Humanities, and others.

  • BE/ BTech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) is the flagship course of Sathyabama University Chennai.
  • Sathyabama University flagship programme BE/ BTech in CSE fee is INR 9.60 to INR 10.35 Lakhs.
  • Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai fee ranges from INR 4.55 to INR 27.00 lakhs.
  • Sathyabama University admission is based on entrance exams and merit-based for some programmes. CAT, XAT, GMAT, MATE, GATE, NATA, JEE Main, SAEEE, and NEET examinations are accepted by SIST Chennai.
  • Sathyabama Chennai conducts its own entrance examination, SAEEE, for BE/ BTech.
  • The Highest Package offered at Sathyabama University in 2026 was INR 41.2 LPA, with an average of INR 5.73 LPA.
  • SIST University offers scholarships to eligible and meritorious students.

About Sathyabama University

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology was established in 1987 and is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Sathyabama University was declared a Deemed-to-be University by MHRD in 2001 under the UGC Act 1956. SIST Chennai is ranked among the Top 5 institutions in India for Innovation by the ATAL Ranking of Institutions, Govt. of India. Sathyabama is ranked among the top Institutions worldwide by Times Higher Education and QS. 

Sathyabama University has 10 schools for its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Engineering, Science, Technology, Law, Dental Science, Pharmacy, Nursing, Management, Arts and Science, and Allied Health Sciences. SIST Chennai spans approx. 134 to 140 acres with 15,600+ students and 1,389+ faculty members.

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST) Key Highlights:

Parameter

Details

Established in

1987

Institution type

Private, deemed-to-be University in 2001

Accredited by

NBA, NAAC with an ‘A++’ grade, and ABET

Approved by

MHRD, UGC, AICTE

Ranking

Ranked among the top 5 institutions in India for Innovation by the ATAL Ranking of Institutions

NIRF Ranking

53rd among the Universities in India

Location

Kamaraj Nagar, Semmancheri, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Campus Area

Approx. 134 to 140 acres

No.of School

10 specialized schools

Courses Offered

Engineering, Science, Technology, Law, Dental Science, Pharmacy, Nursing, Management, Arts and Science, and Allied Health Sciences

Flagship Course

BE/ BTech in Computer Science and Engineering

Popular Programmes

B.E./B.Tech engineering degrees, MBA, B.Arch, and B.C.A.

Total No. of Faculty

1,389+

Total no.of students

15,600+

Gender

Male & Female

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  • Campus Size 134 Acres
  • No. of Faculty 754
  • No. of Students 10698

Table of Contents

Courses, Exams, and Fees 2026

SIST Chennai Admission 2026

Sathyabama University Admission in 2026 is based on entrance exams and direct admission for some courses. Sathyabama Chennai conducts its own entrance exam, SAEEE, for its BE/ BTech programme. Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology Chennai accepts other national-level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, GMAT, MATE, GATE, NATA, JEE Main, and NEET for Specific programmes.

Entrance Exams accepted by Sathyabama University Chennai:

Programmes

Entrance-exam

BE / B.Tech (Engineering)

SAEEE or JEE Main

BDS

NEET UG

B.Arch

NATA or JEE Main Paper 2

B.Pharm

SAEEE or NEET UG

BALLB / BCom LLB / LLB

CLAT or University Entrance

MBA

CAT / XAT / GMAT / MAT or University Test

ME / M.Tech / MDS / M.Arch

GATE / NEET PG / NATA 

B.Sc / M.Sc / MA / PhD

University Entrance Test or Merit


The University strictly follows the eligibility criteria of UGC norms

Sathyabama University Admission Process

  • Candidates should be eligible for the course they are applying to as per Sathyabama Chennai eligibility criteria.
  • Candidates must register themselves on the Sathyabama University official site for admission. Official admission site: https://feeportal.sathyabama.ac.in/account/ug-admission
  • Candidates need to fill out the required details in the application form.
  • After providing all the necessary details, students need to pay the application fee (non-refundable).

Selection Process

  • Admission to the BTech programme is based on SAEEE and JEE Main exams.
  • Admission to other programmes is based on merit, considering the Entrance exam marks along with 10+2 / Intermediate / equivalent examination marks, etc., as per university norms.

Documents required for Sathyabama University Admission

  • 10th Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
  • 12th Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
  • Aadhaar Card (Mandatory)
  • Migration Certificate / Transfer Certificate
  • Character Certificate
  • Medical Fitness Certificate (Original)
  • 2 Passport-size Photographs
  • Sathyabama University Admission Offer Letter
  • Graduation Mark Sheet & Degree (For PG programmes)
  • Post-Graduation Mark Sheet & Degree (If applicable)
  • Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
  • Gap Year Affidavit / Gap Certificate (If applicable)

SIST Chennai Scholarship 2026

Sathyabama Chennai offers a few scholarships to students from economically weaker sections and differently abled students. Sathyabama Chennai offers two types of scholarships: Institutional Scholarships and Government Scholarships.

Here are the details of the Institutional Scholarship:

ANBU Scholarship Scheme

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology partners with NGOs as coordinators to reach deserving students. This scholarship scheme is awarded to 8% of admitted students and provides up to a 100% scholarship waiver.

Eligibility for ANBU Scholarship Scheme:

  • Pass 10th and 12th with 70% or above.
  • First-generation graduates are given preference.
  • The annual income of the family should be less than INR 1 lakh.
  • Students with higher merit will be preferred.
  • Students with disabilities are given relaxation as a gesture of inclusivity.
  • Acid Victims are also given relaxation.
  • Sports persons are given full scholarships based on their sports performance.

Chancellor’s Scholarship Scheme

Chancellor’s Scholarship Scheme is the most prestigious scholarship at Sathyabama Chennai. This scholarship is awarded to students who excel in their regular academics. Meritorious students from all undergraduate programmes benefit from the Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship.

B.E., B. Tech. , B. Des. and B.Pharm. (4-year Programmes)

  • 5% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of second year, based on the results of first two semesters.
  • 10% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of third year, based on the results of first four semesters.
  • 15% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of fourth year, based on the results of first six semesters.

B.Arch., B.A.L.L.B., B.B.A.L.L.B., B.Com.L.L.B. and B.D.S. (5-year Programme)

  • 5% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of second year, based on the results of first two semesters.
  • 7.5% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of third year, based on the results of first four semesters.
  • 10% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of fourth year, based on the results of first six semesters.
  • 15% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of fourth year, based on the results of first eight semesters.

B.Sc. (Nursing 4-year Programme) and B.P.T. (4.5-year Programme)

  • 5% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of second year, based on the results of first two semesters.
  • 7.5% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of third year, based on the results of first four semesters.
  • 10% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of fourth year, based on the results of first six semesters.

B.A., B.Sc. B.B.A., B.Com. and LLB (3-year Programme)

  • 5% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of second year, based on the results of first two semesters.
  • 7.5% tuition fee waiver for top 3 rank holders of third year, based on the results of first four semesters.

SAEEE Scholarship Scheme

Sathyabama Chennai offers a 100% scholarship to students who are ranked in the top 25 in Sathyabama All India Entrance Examination.

Government and Private Scholarships

Government and private scholarship information is declared by the department to students for applying, and the due support will be extended in availing these

scholarships in the process of application.

SIST Chennai Eligibility 2026

Sathyabama Chennai course admission is based on different parameters, and admission is direct for some of the programmes, while admission to some of the programmes is entrance-based. Sathyabama Chennai has different eligibility criteria for different courses.

Here are the Eligibility Criteria for all the courses offered at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology:

Courses

Eligibility

BE CSE/ AI and ML/AI

Pass 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of Chemistry / Bio-Technology / Computer Science / Biology / Technical Vocational subjects, with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).

BE AI and ML / AI/ BE ECE

Pass 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of Chemistry / Bio-Technology / Computer Science / Biology / Technical Vocational subjects, with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).

Mechatronics / IoT/ 

Pass 10+2 level examination with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).

BE Mechanical / EEE

Pass 10+2 level examination with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).

BE Civil

Pass 10+2 level examination with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).

B.Tech (Biomedical / Biotechnology / IT / Data Science and AI)

Pass 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with one of Mathematics/ Bio-Technology/ Biology, with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).

BDS

Pass 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry, Biology, with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).

BSc

Pass 10+2 level examination with Mathematics, with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).

B.Arch

Pass 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks, and a valid NATA score in architecture (45% for reserved categories).

B.Pharm

Pass 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with one of Mathematics/ Biology, with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).

BALLB / BCom LLB

Pass Class 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories).

MBA

Pass an undergraduate degree from a recognized University with 50% in aggregate (45% for reserved category).

ME / M.Tech (Engineering)

Pass an Undergraduate Degree in the particular subject from a recognized University with 50% in the Qualifying Examination (45% for reserved category).

MPharma

Pass an Undergraduate Degree in Bachelor of Pharmacy from a recognized University with 50% in the Qualifying Examination (45% for reserved category).

MSc

Pass an undergraduate degree in the particular subject as the Major subject from a recognized university with 50% in the Qualifying Examination (45% for reserved category).

MDS (Dental Specialisation)

BDS from a Dental College recognized by the Government of India, and has completed one year of compulsory rotary internship in an approved / recognized Dental College.

LLM

Pass in an Undergraduate Degree (3 Years / 5 Years) in Law from a recognized University with 50% aggregate (45% for reserved category).

PhD (Engineering / Science / Management)

Postgraduate degree (Master's degree) in a relevant branch of study from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks.

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology Placement

Sathyabama University Chennai placements were successful, with 497+ participating in the placement drive and 4,079 offers offered; 94.51% of students registered for placement and were successfully placed. The highest package offered at Sathyabama Chennai was INR 41.2 LPA, with an average of INR 5.73 LPA. Prominent recruiters at Sathyabama Chennai were Amazon, Adobe, Accenture, Adani Group, Bank of America, Bosch, Caterpillar, Capgemini, Cognizant, Deloitte, Johnson & Johnson, Hexaware, HCL Tech, Hyundai Mobis, ICICI Bank, JP Morgan, JSW, McKinsey, Philips, Renault Nissan, and many more.

Key details of Sathyabama University Placements 2026:

Particular

Details

No.of Recruiters

497+

No.of placement offers

4079

Placement rate

94.51%

Highest Package

INR 41.2 LPA

Average Package

INR 5.73 LPA

Sathyabama University Placement Statistics

The table below shows the placement data of Sathyabama University over the years:

Description

2022

2023

2024

2025

2026

No.of Students Registered

2270

3382

3435

4141

4316

No.of Students Placed

2124

3180

3234

3907 

4079

Placement Rate

93.57

94.03

94.15

94.34 

94.51

No.of Companies Visited

522

513

527

527

497

No.of Core Companies

85

94

95

97

91

Highest package

INR 31,00,000

INR 53,00,000

INR 50,00,000

INR 41,20,000

INR 41,20,000

Average Package

INR 4,80,000



INR 5,40,000

INR 5,50,000

INR 5,57,000

INR 5,73,000

Sathyabama Chennai NIRF Ranking 2025

Sathyabama University Chennai is ranked by NIRF for different categories such as University, Engineering and Overall. The table given below shows the NIRF ranking of Sathyabama Institute of Technology in 2025

Category

NIRF Rank in 2025 

Universities

53

Engineering

67

Overall

93

Sathyabama University Notable Alumni

Name

Designation

Narayanan L

Software Design Engineer, Microsoft Corporation

Peer Ahamed

COO, AL Safa International

Sri Vidya Viswanathan

VP, Bank of Newyork

Jay Chandan

Founder, KASS Capital

Visharl Arjun RG

IRTS, Ministry of Railways


Also Check

SIST Chennai Information Brochure 2026

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology Chennai Infrastructure and Facilities

  • Hostel

  • Library

  • Laboratory

  • Playground

  • Gym

  • Medical Facilities

  • Auditorium

  • Boys Hostel

  • Girls Hostel

  • Transport

  • Convenience Store

  • Canteen

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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology,Chennai. www.sathyabama.ac.in
Sathyabama

Rankings

  • 67
    NIRF #67 Engineering India 2025( #67 out of 100 in India 2025 )
  • 93
    NIRF #93 Overall India 2025( #93 out of 100 in India 2025 )
  • 53
    NIRF #53 University India 2025( #53 out of 100 in India 2025 )

Contact

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology Chennai

Jeppiaar Nagar, Rajiv Gandhi Salai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu - 600119

Admission Details:


Institute Head info:

Designation: Vice Chancellor

FAQs

  • What are the courses offered by SIST Chennai?
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    Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses. 
  • What is the Sathyabama University MBA fees?
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    The MBA fees of SIST Chennai lies between ₹ 90.00 K - ₹ 4.00 L.
  • Who are the placement recruiters of Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai?
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    Placement recruiters of SIST Chennai are Reliance, Amazon, Capgemini, HP, HCL, Cognizant, PwC, Oracle, Amazon, Hitachi, Yamaha and Adobe.