SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRM University)

Overview:

SRM Institute of Science and Technology (formerly known as SRM University) was established in the year 1985 and is managed by the SRM Group of Institutions founded by Dr. T. R. Paarivendha. The institute is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) as well as the Government of Tamil Nadu. The college received NAAC ‘A’ Grade accreditation and its courses have been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, UK (ABET) and The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). The university is a member of Association universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), Presidents’ Forum of Southeast and South Asian and Taiwan Universities (SATU), Times Higher Education and Collegeboard. It is a Deemed to-be University and its campus is spread over  acres of land.

Ownership - Private

Genders accepted - Co-Ed

About SRM

SRM Institution of Science and Technology Chennai (SRMIST Chennai) was founded in 1985 as SRM University Chennai. The University is devoted to become a major actor in the academic world through excellence in teaching and research, while valuing academic freedom and adhering to the highest standards of academic integrity.

The University sees itself as a world-class academic institution with global clout. SRMIST brings together global thinking leaders to make important contributions to local and national economic and social growth. Furthermore, SRMIST encourages its faculty, staff, and students to volunteer in the local community.

SRM Institute of Science and Technology is one of the top universities in India, with over 52,000 full-time students and more than 3200 faculty across all campuses, which are listed below:

• SRM University Kattankulathur Campus, Chennai
• SRM University Ramapuram Campus, Chennai
•  SRM University Vadapalani Campus, Chennai
• SRM University Modinagar Campus, Uttar Pradesh
• SRM University Sonepat Campus, Haryana
• SRM University Amaravati Campus, Andhra Pradesh
• SRM University Gangtok Campus, Sikkim

All of these campuses provide undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in six Faculties: Engineering & Technology, Management, Medicine & Health Sciences, Science & Humanities, Law, and Agricultural Sciences.

Scholarships

Scholarships subject to the central and state government as well as college rules. The college offers merit and need-based scholarships to students. The following scholarships are named:

• Merit Scholarship: Fee waiver of 50% for students with 95% or higher in CBSE or State Board exams.
• Fund Scholarship: Complete book, tuition, hostel, and mess fees are waived, as is a monthly payment of Rs.1,000 for top state, JEE, SRMEEE, and JEE Main rankers, athletes, and socioeconomically disadvantaged students.
• Merit-cum-means Scholarship: Based on their results in the qualifying examination, students who are economically challenged receive a tuition fee waiver ranging from 25% to 100%.
• Scholarships for special merits: Certain students with exceptional skills in literary debating, fine arts, and other areas are eligible for tuition cost waivers of up to 100%.

Entrance Exams

• SRM Joint Engineering Entrance Examination (SRMJEEE)
• All India Management Association Under Graduate Aptitude Test (AIMA UGAT)
• SRM Common Admission Test (SRMCAT)
• Management Aptitude Test (MAT)
• Common Management Admission Test (CMAT)
• Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT)
• NMIMS Management Aptitude Test (NMAT)
• National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET UG)
• National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Master of Dental Surgery (NEET MDS)
• National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA)
• Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)

Why to get admission in SRM?

Range of Courses: SRM University in Chennai provides a diverse range of courses. SRM Institute of Science and Technology offers courses at four levels: diploma, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral. The SRM Institute of Science and Technology Chennai offers a total of 143 courses, including specialisations. SRM Institute of Science and Technology accepts students for studies in a variety of fields. Some of the streams are humanities, science, commerce, management, computer applications, and so on. SRM Institution of Science and Technology (SRMIST Chennai) admits students to 7 diploma programmes, 64 UG programmes, 69 PG programmes, and 3 PhD programmes.

Accreditations:

• SRM Institute of Science and Technology, (formerly SRM University) has been recently accredited with the highest-grade A++ (3.55/4.0) by NAAC
• Five undergraduate programs at the SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur received accreditation by National Board of Accreditation (NBA).
• Five undergraduate programs are accredited by The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
• Four undergraduate programs of Kattankulathur Campus are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, UK
• BTech IT is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, UK

Research: SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) has undertaken a number of research efforts throughout the years in order to utilise available knowledge resources for research and to come up with strong new solutions.

SRMIST's research centres work collaboratively to identify and initiate applied and cross-disciplinary research projects, create and combine patentable Intellectual Property (IP) components, design and develop prototypes and proof of concepts, manage and market products and solutions (via know-how transferred incubated companies), and win and work to deliver funded research projects.

• 170+ Crores of Funded Projects
• 15000+ Publications by Faculty Members
• Patents: 100+

Placement: The Career Centre at SRM Institute of Science and Technology is critical in making SRM a preferred destination for many national and worldwide firms seeking to hire new talent fostered at the Institute. Placement Office initiatives include continuous institute-industry interaction, pre-joining learning initiatives, participation in industrial exhibitions, fairs, and seminars to promote useful interaction with industries, and alumni activities. SRM Institute of Science and Technology (formerly known as SRM University) attracts approximately 1000 recruiters from various industries, offering a diverse range of opportunities. For the academic year 2022-23:

·   No. of Companies Visited: 734

·   Total No. of Offers: 7305+

·   High Paying Offers: 3081+

·   Highest Package: INR 44.14 LPA

·   Average Package: INR 7.7 LPA

Rankings:

·       SRMIST was ranked third in the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovative Achievements (ARIIA).

·       SRMIST is ranked globally by QS and rated '4 Star' globally, as well as being awarded the India-centric QS IGAUGE Diamond grade

1. NIRF 2022:

·       Ranked #19 Overall

·       Ranked #8 Dental

·       Ranked #11 Architecture

·       Ranked #12 Pharmacy

·       Ranked #20 Medical

·       Ranked #24 Engineering

·       Ranked #36 Research

2. QS University Rankings 2022:

·       Ranked #351-400 Top University in Asia

·       Ranked #1201+ Top World Universities

3. Times Higher Education Global Rankings, 2022:

·       Ranked #1201+ World Ranking

·       Ranked #801-1000 for Engineering

4.  SCImago Institution Rankings, 2021:

·       Ranked #753 top university globally

·       Ranked #70 top university in India

Infrastructure: Over 600 acres replete with a variety of facilities, including state-of-the-art labs, libraries, Wi-Fi, knowledge centre, 4000 capacity AC auditorium, 100 online smart classrooms, premium hostels, ATMs, bookstores, dining options, cafeterias, prayer halls, gym, and more. SRM University offers a diverse range of hostel room types to accommodate any budget, with the goal of offering a comfortable stay and the best possible study environment. features a fantastic library for the use of students, faculty, and researchers. The University Library has a significant collection of books and is one of the best-established libraries according to International Standards.  Sports facilities are available at SRM Institute of Science and Technology Chennai for games such as basketball, volleyball, cricket, and others. SRM Institute of Science and Technology also has a gymnasium to meet the students' fitness demands.

International Collaborations: The Office of International Relations of SRM Institute of Science and Technology centralises, coordinates, and manages international collaboration efforts. SRMIST's global prominence is fueled by its large number of alumni, as well as collaborations, Memorandums of Understanding, and Exchange of Students and Faculty Members.

IAB has over 50 members from the world's leading universities, including Harvard Business School, Kennedy Public School (Harvard University), MIT, Stanford, LSE, UC Berkeley, Cambridge, and NUS, among others.

• 150 + MoUs with Worldwide institutions
• 50 + members on International Accreditation Board (IAB)
• 60 :40 Indian to Global Faculty ratio (Planned)
• 950 + International Admissions

Academic Environment: SRM distinguishes itself by its foreign faculty, flexible and dynamic curriculum, intriguing research, and global connections. Students can choose from a variety of cutting-edge studies such as nanotechnology, bioinformatics, genetic engineering, remote sensing and GIS, embedded systems, and computer forensics. The majority of these courses are delivered in collaboration with foreign universities.

Career Opportunities

• Engineer
• Architect
• Doctor
• Dentist
• Lawyer
• Pharmacist
• Journalist
• Economist
• Accountant
• Manager
• Hospitality Manager
• Scientist
• Researcher
• Teacher or Professor
• Design Professional
• And many more..

Location Perks

The university is adjacent to several tourist spots, including Mahabalipuram, Hampi, Pondicherry, and the famous Kanchipuram silk saree town, giving students chances for weekend getaways and recreational activities. SRM University's location offers students a perfect blend of a tranquil and serene campus atmosphere with convenient access to the bustling city of Chennai and adjacent tourist spots. SRM University is located 24 kilometres from Chennai International Airport. Kattangulattur Train Station, located 3.7 kilometres from SRM Institute of Science & Technology Chennai, is the closest railway station.

FAQs

Q. What is the full form of SRM Institute of Science and Technology?

Sri Ramaswamy Memorial Institute of Science and Technology.

Ques.  Is there any dress code in the SRM University?

Yes, there is a dress code in the University which depends on the department the student is studying in,

Q. What streams is BTech offered in SRM Institute of Science and Technology?

Aerospace, Automobile, Bioelectronics, Biotechnology, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, IT, Mechanical, Automation, Robotics, Nanotechnology, Data Science, Cyber Physical Systems