Bharath University

Overview

Official Name: Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (formerly Bharath University)
Common Name: Sathyabama University, Bharath University (before rename)
Type: Deemed to be University (Private, Deemed)
Established: 1987 (as college), Deemed University status in 2001
Campus Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Approvals & Affiliations:
- UGC Approved - UGC Deemed University list
- AICTE Approved (for technical programs)
- NAAC Accreditation: Grade 'A+' (2022) - NAAC Official Report
Official Website: https://sathyabama.ac.in/

Founder & Chancellor: Dr. Jeppiaar (Founder), Dr. T. Sundarambal (Chancellor) as per latest info on official website
Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Dr. T. Rengaraja
Approximate Student Population: Over 14,000 students
Departments/Faculties: 15+ departments including Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Science & Arts
Contact:
- Phone: +91 44 2450 4000
- Email: helpdesk@sathyabama.ac.in
- Address: Jeppiaar Nagar, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Chennai - 600119, Tamil Nadu
NAAC Grade: A+ (2022)
Rankings: Featured in NIRF Engineering Ranking 2023 (Rank band 101-150) - NIRF 2023 Official

Faculties:
- Engineering: B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, PhD - Duration UG: 4 years, PG: 2 years, Mode: Regular
- Management: BBA, MBA, PhD - Duration UG: 3 years, PG: 2 years, Mode: Regular
- Pharmacy: B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PharmD - Duration UG: 4 years, PG: 2 years, Mode: Regular
- Science & Arts: B.Sc, M.Sc, BCA, MCA - Duration UG: 3 years, PG: 2 years, Mode: Regular
- Law: BBA LLB, LLM - Duration 5 years for integrated UG, Mode: Regular
- Education: B.Ed - Duration 2 years, Mode: Regular
Popular Courses: Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, MBA (Finance, HR, Marketing), Pharmacy, Law (Integrated)

Admission Modes: Through national and state-level entrance exams, university own tests, merit basis, management quota
Accepted Exams: JEE Main (for Engineering), TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions based on 12th marks), GATE (for M.Tech), CAT/MAT/XAT (for MBA), NEET (for PharmD), Sathyabama University Entrance Test (for select courses)
Admission Timeline: Application starts in April; counseling and seat allotment May-June annually - Official Admissions Page
Application Process (Online):
1. Visit Application Portal
2. Register with valid email ID & phone number
3. Fill the detailed application form with course and personal details
4. Upload required documents (photograph, signature, marksheets)
5. Pay application fee online via payment gateway
6. Submit and download application confirmation

Engineering UG (B.E./B.Tech): 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics as compulsory subjects and one of Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science; Minimum aggregate 50% marks (relaxation for reserved categories)
MBA: Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50%
Pharmacy UG: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics; Minimum 50%
Law (Integrated): 10+2 pass with minimum 45%
Documents Required:
- 10th and 12th Mark Sheets & Certificates
- Entrance Exam Scorecard (if applicable)
- Passport size Photographs
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Transfer/Leaving Certificate

Indicative Fees:
- B.E./B.Tech: ₹1,50,000 - ₹2,00,000 per annum
- MBA: ₹1,80,000 - ₹2,20,000 per annum
- B.Pharm: Approx. ₹1,20,000 per annum
- Hostel Fees: ₹60,000 - ₹70,000 per annum (includes mess)
- Exam Fee: ₹5,000 per semester approx.
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- Government Scholarships via State & Central schemes (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Merit-cum-Means Scholarships offered by University - Scholarship Info
- Fee concessions and financial aids on basis of merit and need

Placement Highlights:
- Placement Percentage: Approx. 85%
- Average CTC: ₹4.5 LPA, Highest CTC: ₹12 LPA (Engineering and Management streams)
- Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Accenture, L&T, Dell, IBM
- Internship support through Career Development Centre
- Placement Cell Contact: Placement Office

Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with Wi-Fi, Mess facilities
Sports: Grounds and courts for cricket, football, badminton, and indoor games
Labs: State-of-the-art labs for engineering, pharmacy, science disciplines
Libraries: Centralized digital and physical library with large collection of books and e-resources
Healthcare: On-campus medical center with ambulance services
Transport: University buses connect campus to major points in Chennai
Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high speed internet with student access
Student Clubs & Festivals: Technical, cultural, and sports clubs; Annual techno-cultural fest “Satyam”

Notable Faculty: Experienced professors with PhDs in engineering, management, pharmacy
Research Centres: Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Robotics Lab, Pharmaceutical Research Lab
Major Grants & MoUs: Collaborations with industries and international universities for research and student exchange Specific grant details not publicly available as of 2024-06-01

NIRF 2023 (Engineering): Rank band 101-150 (Source)
NAAC Accreditation: A+ Grade (2022) (Source)
India Today, Outlook: No official recent ranking available on these portals as of 2024-06

Results & Seat Allotment: Published on official university portal: Results Page
Cut-Offs: Based on JEE Main ranks (for Engineering), steady cut-offs range approx. 80-100 percentile for general category in state counseling
Seat Matrix: Not publicly detailed on official website; available on admissions counseling portals

Nearest Airport: Chennai International Airport (15 km)
Nearest Railway Station: St. Thomas Mount Railway Station (6 km); Chennai Central (20 km)
Local Transit: City buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis; University provides bus service connecting OMR corridor and Chennai city

Q1: What is the procedure for B.Tech admissions?
Admissions are through JEE Main/TNEA merit followed by counseling and university application.
Q2: Does the university offer scholarships?
Yes, merit-based, need-based, and government scholarships are available.
Q3: Are hostel facilities available?
Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi and mess.
Q4: Is there placement support?
Yes, an active placement cell assists internships and job placements.
Q5: Can I apply offline for courses?
Online application is preferred; offline submission is available on request.
Q6: What is the typical fee for MBA?
Approx. ₹1.8 to ₹2.2 lakh per annum.
Q7: Does the university accept management quota admissions?
Yes, under norms of deemed university and government guidelines.
Q8: Where can I check examination results?
On official results portal at sathyabama.ac.in/results.php
Q9: What are the eligibility criteria for Pharmacy?
10+2 with PCB/PCM with minimum 50% marks.
Q10: When does the academic session start?
Usually in July-August; check official academic calendar online.