SASTRA (Deemed to be University) Thanjavur Answered Questions

Admission to SASTRA University's B.Tech Lateral Entry program is granted on the basis of merit earned in an accredited diploma program. Since SASTRA admissions are mostly merit-based, the cutoff trends for lateral entry programs are not available . However, depending on the volume of applicants and diploma achievement levels, the rivalry may differ throughout areas such as computer science, electronics and communication engineering, and others.The B.Tech Lateral Entry tuition for the 2023 academic year was roughly 65,000 per semester, plus extra costs for sports and development, for a program cost of about 4,28,825 in total

Generally, the last date for submission of application forms for admission to SASTRA University is in June for undergraduate programs depending on the announcement made in that particular year. However, for postgraduate programs, the deadlines can vary according to programme and entrance tests such as CAT or CUET. 

An individual with 89% in Tamil Nadu +2 and above can compete at SASTRA University under Stream 2 for B.Tech courses. Stream 2 takes the aggregate in +2 normalized with the marks of students from the same board for the highest rank to fill the seats. Therefore, since reserved 30% of total seats, this score stands competitively when it comes to overall merit and normalization. Bringing forth SASTRA courses, there are several options falling under B. Tech such as Computer Science, Bioengineering, and Electrical Engineering, to name a few.All of these may be pursued if an individual fulfills the eligibility condition that requires passing class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or equivalent subjects in general, and referring to the official guidelines at SASTRA will provide the complete scenario on courses and eligibility.

No, SASTRA Chennai Campus does not provide 100% placements yet but its placement rate is very close to 100 as it is about 95.6 % at present which is really impressive. Soon it will reach the placement rate of 100% in a few years. If you are considering to for SASTRA Chennai Campus, just go for it. You will not be disappointed.

Yes, SASTRA Chennai Campus is undoubtedly one of the best colleges in Chennai. SASTRA Chennai Campus was ranked 47th by NIRF in the year 2024 under the overall category and was ranked 28th by NIRF under the University category in the same year. If you are considering studying at this institute, it is a great choice because the placements provided are also great.

Yes, SASTRA Chennai Campus is considered to be a really expesive college as the fees here are quite unaffordable for many people.MBA/PGDM (1 Courses) : Rs.14 LB.A. (3 Courses) : Rs. 90 K - 1.24 LM.Sc. (1 Courses) : Rs. 14 LB.Com (1 Courses) : Rs. 1.24 LWhile this institute may seem to be very expensive for some, it does make up for it through the placements it provides.

The course - wise placements at SASTRA Chennai Campus are as follows : M.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences has average package of INR 4.00 Lakhs per annum and 80% placement rate.MBA has 90% placement rate. The average salary package is INR 5 LPA, the highest is INR 24 LPA, and the lowest is INR 3 LPA.B.Com has only 70% placement rate with median pacakge of INR 3.5 LPA.

The eligibility criteria for B.A programme offered by the SASTRA Chennai Campus are as follows : Candidates must have passed 12th standard with a minimum cumulative score of 50% from any recognised board.Candidates should have qualified in the CUET entrance exam.B.A. at SASTRA Chennai Campus is offered in 3 specialisations and also has a decent placement record.

There are no such specific details regarding the latest cutoff for getting admission at SASTRA Chennai campus as it does not have a high cutoff. Even 40 marks in CUET can get you admission at SASTRA Chennai Campus. B.A. at SASTRA Chennai Campus also requires candidates to have valid scores in the CUET exam itself.

The placements for B.A course specialised in Journalism and Electronic Media offered by the SASTRA Chennai Campus is quite impressive as it is about 80%. However, the package might seem a little low but it will increase gradually. The great placements combined with an experienced faculty make this institute one of the best choices for pursuing B.A. in Journalism and Electronic Media.