SASTRA University Tamil Nadu 2024: Admission, Course, Fees

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January 2, 2024

Shanmugha Arts Science Technology & Research Academy, known as SASTRA University Tamil Nadu, is a private university at Trichy-Tanjore Road, Tirumalaisamudram, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. It was established in 1984 as an engineering college with the goal of providing quality education to all its students. SASTRA Deemed to be University, has the strength of its quality education, making it one of the premier universities.

Shanmugha Arts Science Technology & Research Academy’s Vision and mission reflect its commitment to providing quality higher education, conducting meaningful research, and creating holistic progress among stakeholders.

The entire blog covered complete information about Shanmugha Arts Science Technology & Research Academy, including fee structure, syllabus, admission process, eligibility criteria, etc.

Highlights!

Name of Institute	Shanmugha Arts Science Technology & Research Academy
Popular Name	SASTRA Deemed to be University
Establishment year	1984
Ownership	Private Deemed University
Institute location	Tirumalaisamudram, Thanjavur, Tamilnadu
Campus size	232 acres
Affiliation/Affiliated to	UGC
Accredited by	– NAAC – Institution of Engineers (India) – TCS
Ranking of SASTRA	– Ranked 48 by NIRF 2020 under the Overall category – this institute counts as one of the top 350 Asian Universities as per the Times Higher Education Ranking – it is counted as one of the top 300 Universities in BRICS Countries by the QS University Rankings
Entrance exams	JEE Main, GATE, and CLAT
No of schools	12
Number of courses	82 (including UG, PG, Integrated First Degree, Higher Degree courses, and Doctoral Programmes)
Course details	Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
Top recruiter	Honeywell, IBM, Microsoft etc.
Mode of education	Full-time
Application mode	Online
Official website	https://www.sastra.edu/

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility criteria play a vital role in getting admission to various courses in Shanmugha Arts Science Technology & Research Academy, so if you are willing to get admission to several undergraduate and postgraduate courses, then the featured eligibility criteria table below surely is helpful for you where the entire information will be presented.

Course Name	Eligibility Criteria
BTech/ MTech (Integrated)	Exam: JEE Main NEED Class 12 certificate with Maths, Physics, and Chemistry / Bio-Technology / Computer Science / Biology as their subjects from any recognized Board with a minimum aggregate of 60%
MTech	Exam: students will get selected as per the Merit-Based score, Preference to GATE qualified candidates NEED BTech/BE degree in the pertinent field
MBA	Exam: CAT/ CMAT/ XAT NEED graduate degree from any recognized university/institution
MCA	Exam: Merit Based NEED undergraduate degree in a pertinent discipline with an aggregate minimum of 50%
BCom (CA)/ BCom (BFSI)	Exam: Merit Based Need Class 12 certificate with a minimum aggregate of 50%
BA, LLB (Hons)/ BBA, LLB (Hons)/ BCom, LLB (Hons)	Exam: Merit Based Need Class 12 certificate with a minimum aggregate of 50%
BSc, BEd/BA	Exam: Merit Based NEED Class 12 certificate with a minimum aggregate of 50%
MSc (5 Year Integrated)	Exam: Merit Based NEED Class 12 certificate with a minimum aggregate of 50%
BSc, BBA, BCA, BCom, BFA (Music/ Bharatanatyam)	Exam: Merit Based NEED Class 12 certificate with a minimum aggregate of 50%
MCom/MSc	Exam: Merit Based NEED Bcom/BSc degree with an aggregate minimum of 50%

Admission Process

SASTRA University Tamil Nadu’s admission process varies for different courses. For B.Tech, 70% of seats rely on JEE Main scores and 10+2 merit, while the remaining 30% consider 10+2 marks. MBA admission hinges on CAT/XAT/CMAT or ATMA scores. LLB and LLB (Integrated) admissions are through CLAT 2024. Ph.D. admissions require written tests and interviews. M.Tech admissions are based on GATE scores, and for B.Sc, B.Ed, BBA-LLB, BCA, MSc, and MCA, admission depends on final qualifying exam marks.

BTech:– To get admission in the B.Tech course, 70% of the total seats will be filled based on a valid score in JEE Main and merit in 10+2. 30% of seats will be filled based on marks obtained in 10+2.
MBA:– If you are willing to gain admission to an MBA course, it is completed based on CAT/XAT/CMAT or ATMA score.
LLB and LLB (Integrated):- Students can take admission to LLB and LLB (Integrated) syllabus based on the CLAT 2024 entrance exam.
PhD: Students who are willing to gain admission to Ph.D. The syllabus for various specializations is completely based on written tests and personal interview rounds conducted by Sastra University.
M Tech:- Admission to M Tech is based on the GATE entrance test.

Those willing to take admission in B.Sc, B.Ed, BBA-LLB, BCA, MSc, and MCA courses based on final qualifying exam marks.

Fees Structure

For various programs, SASTRA University Tamil Nadu 2024 tuition fees range from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 75,000 per semester, with additional charges for sports, tests, one-time development, and special fees. M.Tech students with GATE qualifications receive a monthly stipend. Hostel fees range from Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 28,000 annually, subject to availability. Mess fees are based on actual consumption. Tuition fees may increase by 5% annually from the second year. Campus-specific fees vary, and special fees are due at admission. Timely payment is crucial for enrollment. Confirm details with the university for the 2024 academic year.

B.Optom:
- Tuition Fee per Semester: Rs. 55,000/- (5% annual increase from II year)
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-
M.Optom:
- Tuition Fee per Semester: Rs. 75,000/-
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-
B. Tech / M. Tech (Integrated):
- Tuition Fee per Semester: Rs. 75,000/- (5% annual increase from II year)
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-
M. Tech:
- Tuition Fee: Rs. 70,000/-**
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-
M.B.A.:
- Tuition Fee: Rs. 60,000/-
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-
M.C.A.:
- Tuition Fee: Rs. 40,000/-
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-

B.Com.(CA)/B.Com. (BFSI):
- Tuition Fee: Rs. 40,000/-
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-
B.A., LL.B.(Hons.)/B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.)/B.Com., LL.B.(Hons.):
- Tuition Fee: Rs. 70,000/- (5% annual increase from II year)
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-
B.Sc., (B.Ed.)/B.A., (B.Ed.):
- Tuition Fee: Rs. 25,000/- (5% annual increase from II year)
- Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
- Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
- Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 4,750/-
B.Com. (SRC Campus – Kumbakonam):

Tuition Fee: Rs. 30,000/-
Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-

M.Sc. (5 Year Integrated):

Tuition Fee: Rs. 20,000/-
Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 4,750/-

B.Sc., B.B.A., B.C.A., BFA (Music/Bharatanatyam):

Tuition Fee: Rs. 20,000/-
Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 4,750/-

M.Com./M.Sc.:

Tuition Fee: Rs. 20,000/-
Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 4,750/-

M.A. (Sanskrit)/M.A. (Divyaprabhandam)/M.F.A(Bharatanatyam):

Tuition Fee: Rs. 25,000/-
Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 4,750/-

M.B.A. (Chennai Campus):

Tuition Fee: Rs. 60,000/-
Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-

M.Sc. (Chennai Campus):

Tuition Fee: Rs. 30,000/-
Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-

B.Com. (Chennai Campus)/B.A. (Chennai Campus):

Tuition Fee: Rs. 40,000/-
Sports and Test Fee per annum: Rs. 1,000/-
Development Fees (one-time payment): Rs. 10,000/-
Special Fees, Registration Fees, Medical Exam Fees, etc. (one-time payment): Rs. 6,000/-

Additional information

M.Tech Stipend:

GATE-qualified M.Tech students receive a monthly stipend of Rs 12,400/-.

Hostel Fees:

Annual Room Rent: Rs. 14,000.00 to Rs. 28,000.00.
Hostel availability is subject to availability.

Mess Fees:

Based on actual consumption.
Students are charged according to mess usage.

Financial Considerations:

Tuition fees for some programs increase by 5% annually from the second year.
Campus-specific fees vary (e.g., M.B.A., M.Sc., B.Com., B.A.).
One-time special fees are due at admission.

Stipend Eligibility:

GATE-qualified candidates are eligible for M.Tech stipend.
Inquire about specific eligibility criteria.

Payment Schedule:

Timely payment of tuition, sports, test, and development fees is crucial for enrollment.

Note:

Information is based on the 2023-24 academic year; confirm with the university for updates.

FAQs

Which tier college is Sastra?

SASTRA has been placed under Category 1 by the University Grants Commission through the Categorization of Universities for Grant of Graded Autonomy Regulations, 2018. SASTRA is one of the 33 Universities in the country and one of the 3 Universities in Tamil Nadu, which has been accorded this status.

What is the fee in SASTRA University?

Although we have covered course-wise fee structure in this article, students can check the table below and grab the fee structure as per the courses.

Name of the Programme	Tuition Fee Per Semester (Rs.)	Development fees(one-time payment) (Rs.)
B. Tech / M. Tech (Integrated)	75,000/- (5 % annual increase from II years)	10,000/-
M. Tech	70,000/-**	10,000/-
M.B.A.	60,000/-	10,000/-
M.C.A.	40,000/-	10,000/-

What is the closing rank for Sastra University?

There is no fixed closing and opening rank for SASTRA University. There are two streams available for admission. Students’ marks should be more than 150 and 97 percentiles inboard to get admission.

How many seats does Sastra CSE have?

The total number of seats in SRC for CSE AND ECE is 240, 120 in each department.

How can I join Sastra University?

Those willing to be part of SASTRA University must pass class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognized state or central board of education.

Are phones allowed in Sastra University?

Yes, students can use phones at Sastra University, but they are not allowed inside your classrooms.

Is there scholarship in SASTRA University?

Yes, At SASTRA, there are two types of Scholarships offered.

Contact Information

SASTRA DEEMED UNIVERSITY
Tirumalaisamudram
Thanjavur – 613401
Tamilnadu, India
Phone:- +91 4362 264101 – 108
304000 – 010/+91 4362 264120
E-mail:- admissions@sastra.edu
Official Website:- https://www.sastra.edu/

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