SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST)

SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) – Overview

Formerly known as SRM University, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) is a multi-campus deemed-to-be-university located primarily at Kattankulathur, near Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Founded by Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar, a noted educationalist, philanthropist, and politician, SRMIST has grown into a vast academic ecosystem with campuses in Chennai (Ramapuram & Vadapalani), Delhi-NCR, and Amaravati.

Key Features

• Massive Multi-Disciplinary Scale: Offers 250+ programs across engineering, medicine, management, science, humanities, law, architecture, hotel management, and arts.
• Engineering & Technology: B.Tech, M.Tech, Ph.D. – flagship and highly sought-after programs.
• Medicine & Health Sciences: MBBS, MD, MS, BDS, MDS, Nursing, Physiotherapy at SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre.
• Management Programs: MBA, BBA.
• Reputation & Rankings: Ranked among top 10-15 private engineering colleges in India; accredited by NAAC with "A++" Grade; all programs recognized by statutory bodies like AICTE, NMC, DCI, UGC, BCI.
• Global Focus & Placements: 300+ international collaborations; strong placement cell attracting top-tier recruiters with high salary packages.
• Infrastructure: Self-contained residential campus with modern labs, libraries, smart classrooms, sports complex, hostels, cafes, airport runway for aeronautical engineering, and a large multi-specialty hospital.

Admissions & Fees

• Engineering (B.Tech): SRMJEEE or JEE Main scores.
• Medical (MBBS/BDS): NEET scores only.
• Management (MBA): SRMJEEM or CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT.
• Fees: Higher-end private university fees; varies by program and quota.
• Location: Kattankulathur, on Chennai outskirts, large residential campus with vibrant student-centric environment.

Comparison with Other Universities