Shiv Nadar University Chennai (SNUC) is part of the Shiv Nadar Foundation — a social catalyst with an investment of USD 1.7 billion in transformational education. Built on the strong legacy of SSN College of Engineering and SSN School of Management, SNU Chennai offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across Engineering, Sciences, Commerce, Management, and Humanities. With a campus home to over 4,000 students, state-of-the-art academic infrastructure, and a career development centre with deep industry connections, SNU Chennai is dedicated to preparing students for a new-age, AI-driven world.
The fee structure at Shiv Nadar University Chennai varies by programme and student category — Indian Nationals, NRI, and Foreign Nationals/OCI/PIO are charged differently. University fees are subject to an increase of up to 5% every subsequent year. A one-time non-refundable admission fee and a refundable caution deposit are applicable for all programmes. Hostel and transport fees are charged separately and are subject to annual revision. SNU Chennai offers merit, merit-cum-means, walk-in-walk-out, and sports scholarships to support deserving students.
Category | Tuition Fee (Indian Nationals) | Accommodation | Transport |
Undergraduate (B.Tech, B.Com, B.Sc, BA LLB) | ₹3,00,000 to ₹4,95,000 per annum | ₹85,000 to ₹1,95,000 per annum (varies by room type) | ₹82,000 per annum (AC Bus) |
Postgraduate (M.Tech, MBA) | ₹1,50,000 to ₹3,00,000 per annum | ₹85,000 to ₹1,95,000 per annum (varies by room type) | ₹82,000 per annum (AC Bus) |
PhD | ₹12,000 per semester | Shared accommodation included in stipend | Not specified |
One-Time Costs | Admission fee: ₹20,000. Application fee: ₹1,500 | Hostel admission fee: ₹17,500 to ₹27,500 | Caution deposit varies by room type (refundable) |
*NRI and Foreign National fees are higher. All fees are subject to annual revision of up to 5%. |
Source: https://www.snuchennai.edu.in/admissions/
Shiv Nadar University Chennai offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across three schools: School of Engineering, School of Science and Humanities, and School of Commerce and Management. Programmes are designed with a strong emphasis on industry relevance, research, and practical learning. The MBA programme is a mandatory residential programme and is built on a 26-year legacy from SSN School of Management. All PhD programmes are available in both full-time and part-time modes.
Shiv Nadar University Chennai offers programmes across Engineering, Technology, Commerce, Management, and Humanities. With a strong focus on industry relevance and emerging technologies, every discipline at SNU Chennai is designed to prepare students for the demands of a rapidly evolving professional landscape, from AI-driven engineering to new-age business management.
Shiv Nadar University Chennai is committed to fostering a culture of interdisciplinary research across its three schools. PhD programmes are available in full-time and part-time modes across Engineering, Sciences, Humanities, and Commerce. Full-time PhD scholars receive a monthly stipend of ₹20,000 along with a contingency grant of ₹25,000 per annum and free shared campus accommodation. Research at SNU Chennai spans a wide range of cutting-edge areas from AI and machine learning to environmental science, economics, and linguistics.
Shiv Nadar University Chennai is home to over 4,000 students and offers a truly immersive campus experience built on a culture of respect, open-mindedness, and intellectual curiosity. While located slightly outside the city, the campus is well-connected through AC bus services covering multiple routes across Chennai. The university nurtures a vibrant student community with access to state-of-the-art academic infrastructure, sports facilities, health services, and a wide range of clubs and activities, ensuring students have everything they need to thrive both academically and personally.
SNU Chennai offers a range of hostel options including shared and single rooms, with both AC and non-AC variants. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, designed to promote relaxation and well-being. First-year students are allocated shared AC or non-AC rooms. The campus also provides full infrastructure support for differently-abled students including ramps, rails, and special toilets across almost all buildings.
SNU Chennai has a vibrant community of clubs and societies catering to diverse interests and hobbies. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, events, and a lively calendar of cultural programmes throughout the year, fostering personal growth and community spirit on campus.
The campus offers professional-level sports facilities including an indoor stadium, outdoor spaces, and well-equipped fitness centres for both boys and girls. Students can pursue a wide range of sports under the guidance of dedicated coaches, with sports offering a productive counterbalance to academic life.
A resident campus doctor is available for medical consultations, routine check-ups, and minor illnesses. Round-the-clock emergency support and an extensively stocked campus pharmacy ensure students' healthcare needs are met at all times.
For day scholars, AC bus services operate across multiple routes covering almost every part of Chennai, ensuring convenient and accessible commuting to and from the campus every day.
Shiv Nadar University Chennai accepts applications across multiple phases for undergraduate programmes through SNUCEE, conducted across exam centres in India and Dubai. For postgraduate and doctoral programmes, separate timelines apply. It is advisable to apply early as slot availability at exam centres is subject to prior bookings and hall capacity. The last date for applying and SNUCEE slot selection is 13 days before each exam date.
Exam Date | Available Centres |
11th April 2026 | Chennai (Campus and Off-Campus), Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, Tirunelvelli, Vellore, Bengaluru, Hyderabad |
16th April 2026 | Chennai (Campus and Off-Campus), Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, Tirunelvelli, Vellore, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Delhi, Trivandrum, Mumbai |
18th April 2026 | Chennai (Campus), Bengaluru, Hyderabad |
23rd April 2026 | Chennai (Campus) - shifted to 30th April for Tamil Nadu centres due to elections |
25th April 2026 | Chennai (Campus) |
30th April 2026 | Chennai (Campus and Off-Campus), Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, Tirunelvelli, Bengaluru, Hyderabad |
2nd May 2026 | Chennai (Off-Campus), Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, Tirunelvelli |
9th May 2026 | Chennai (Campus and Off-Campus), Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, Tirunelvelli, Dubai |
Exam timings: Forenoon session 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM / Afternoon session 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Slot booking closes 13 days before each exam date. |
Programme | Application Opens | Last Date to Apply | Written Test and Interview | Result / Commencement |
M.Tech (All Specialisations) | Open | Not specified | Mid-April 2026 onwards | Not specified |
MBA | Open | Not specified | GD, Essay, and Personal Interview — dates communicated to shortlisted candidates | Not specified |
PhD | 1st October 2025 | 17th November 2025 | 24th November 2025 | 5th January 2026 |
Applying to Shiv Nadar University Chennai is a merit-based process with multiple stages. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you navigate your application journey.

Explore SNU Chennai's programmes across Engineering, Commerce, Management, Science, Humanities, and Law. Identify the programme that best aligns with your academic background and career goals.
UG programmes require a minimum of 60% in Class X and 75% in Class XII. B.Tech programmes additionally require Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. MBA applicants need a minimum of 60% across X, XII, and UG with a valid admission test score.

Register on the official SNU Chennai admissions portal and complete your application form. Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹1,500 and upload all required documents.
UG applicants must appear for SNUCEE at a designated test centre across India or Dubai. MBA applicants must submit valid scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, NMAT, TANCET, or other accepted state-level tests. M.Tech applicants appear for an offline entrance examination. PhD applicants appear for a computer-based entrance test.

Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview conducted by a faculty panel. MBA applicants additionally go through a Group Discussion and Essay Appreciation round before the interview.
Selected candidates receive a provisional admission offer on their registered email. Admission is confirmed subject to verification of all eligibility documents and fulfilment of academic criteria.
Shiv Nadar University- Chennai Campus Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility requirements at Shiv Nadar University Chennai vary by programme. All admissions are conducted strictly on merit. Below is a comprehensive overview of the eligibility criteria across all programme levels.
|
Programme |
Level |
Minimum Qualification |
Minimum Marks |
Additional Requirements |
|
B.Tech. (All Specialisations) |
UG |
Class XII |
60% in Class X, 75% in Class XII |
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry mandatory in Class XII |
|
B.Com / B.Com (PA) / B.Sc. Economics (DS) |
UG |
Class XII |
60% in Class X, 75% in Class XII |
No mandatory subjects. Mathematics desirable. Open to Arts, Commerce and Science streams |
|
B.A. LL.B. |
UG |
Class XII |
60% in Class X, 75% in Class XII |
Not specified |
|
M.Tech. (All Specialisations) |
PG |
B.E. / B.Tech. in relevant discipline |
60% aggregate in qualifying degree |
Final year students may also apply. GATE score desirable for scholarship eligibility |
|
MBA |
PG |
Full-time UG degree in 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 format |
60% in Class X, XII and UG |
Valid score in CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, NMAT, TANCET or other accepted state-level tests. Work experience of 12+ months gives 10 percentile relaxation in test scores |
|
PhD in Engineering (CSE, Civil) |
PhD |
Master's degree in relevant Engineering discipline |
60% or 6.5 CGPA |
Direct entry from B.Tech. with 8.5 CGPA and no arrears also accepted |
|
PhD in Science and Humanities (Physics, Maths, English, Economics) |
PhD |
Master's degree in relevant discipline |
60% or 6.5 CGPA |
Full-time study mandatory. Sponsored candidates must submit NOC from employer |
|
PhD in Commerce |
PhD |
Master's degree in relevant discipline or B.Com with CA/CMA |
60% or 6.5 CGPA |
Full-time study mandatory |
|
All programmes require candidates to have studied in regular full-time and formal education in previous degree programmes. |
Shiv Nadar University Ranking
Below is the ranking of Shiv Nadar University based on leading global ranking bodies.
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Source |
Ranking |
|
NIRF 2024 |
#95 in India (Overall) |
|
QS Ranking 2025 |
#369 in Asia |
|
World University Rankings 2025 |
#801-1000 (Engineering Subject) |
India (Overall) Ranking
Asia Ranking
Subject-Wise Category (Engineering) Ranking
Shiv Nadar University Chennai's Career Development Centre (CDC) is managed by the same experienced team behind SSN College of Engineering's placement record — one of the strongest in Tamil Nadu. The CDC prepares students through focused training, industry exposure, mock interviews, aptitude testing, and soft skills development. Students benefit from internship opportunities, hackathons, industry talks, and a growing network of corporate partners. The MBA programme has a particularly strong placement record, with the top 50% of the 2023-25 batch carrying a CTC of approximately ₹9.1 LPA and a payback period of less than 12 months.
|
Metric / Field |
Details |
|
MBA Placement Highlights |
|
|
Top 50% CTC (Batch 2023-25) |
Approx. ₹9.1 LPA |
|
Payback Period |
Less than 12 months |
|
MBA Batches Completed |
26 batches |
|
Alumni Network |
2,500+ across all industry sectors |
|
Dual Specialisations Available |
Marketing, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, HR, Business Analytics |
|
CDC Services |
Resume development, interview preparation, mock interviews, aptitude training, soft skills, networking events |
|
Industry Exposure |
Internships, hackathons, industry talks, co-op placements with leading companies |
source: https://www.snuchennai.edu.in/placements/
Shiv Nadar University Chennai is committed to providing equal opportunities to meritorious students from all backgrounds, regardless of their economic status. Scholarships are available across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes. For PhD scholars, a monthly stipend of ₹20,000 and a contingency grant of ₹25,000 per annum are provided along with free shared campus accommodation. All scholarship decisions are made at the sole discretion of the university.
Shiv Nadar University Chennai offers a range of on-campus hostel options for both UG and PG students, designed to provide a comfortable and safe living environment. Rooms are spacious and well-maintained, with options for both AC and non-AC accommodation. First-year UG students are allocated shared AC or non-AC rooms only. Preference for room allocation is given to outstation students. Hostel fees are subject to annual revision and electricity charges are applicable additionally for AC rooms.
|
Room Type |
Rent (Per Annum) |
Caution Deposit (Refundable) |
Available To |
|
Shared Room (Non-AC) |
₹85,000 |
₹8,500 |
UG and PG students |
|
Shared Room with Attached Toilet (Non-AC) |
₹1,00,000 |
₹10,000 |
UG and PG students |
|
Single Room without Attached Toilet (Non-AC) |
₹1,03,000 |
₹11,000 |
Not available to 1st year students |
|
Single Room with Attached Toilet (Non-AC) |
₹1,50,000 |
₹15,000 |
Not available to 1st year students |
|
Shared Room (AC) |
₹1,37,000 + electricity |
₹13,000 |
UG and PG students |
|
Shared Room with Attached Toilet (AC) |
₹1,54,000 + electricity |
₹15,000 |
UG and PG students |
|
Single Room without Attached Toilet (AC) |
₹1,55,000 + electricity |
₹15,500 |
Not available to 1st year UG students |
|
Single Room with Attached Toilet (AC) |
₹1,80,000 + electricity |
₹18,000 |
Not available to 1st year UG students |
|
Furnished Single Room with Balcony and Attached Toilet (AC) |
₹1,95,000 + electricity |
₹19,500 |
Not available to 1st year UG students |
|
PhD Accommodation |
Free shared accommodation |
Not specified |
Full-time PhD scholars only |
|
Hostel Admission Fee (UG) |
₹27,500 (one-time, non-refundable) |
— |
All UG students |
|
Hostel Admission Fee (PG) |
₹17,500 (one-time, non-refundable) |
— |
All PG students |
|
Transport (AC Bus) |
₹82,000 per annum |
— |
Day scholars |
|
All hostel fees are subject to annual revision. Electricity charges are extra for all AC rooms. |
SNUCEE is the Shiv Nadar University Chennai Entrance Examination, conducted across multiple cities in India and Dubai. It is mandatory for all UG applicants. The exam is two hours long and consists of two parts — an Aptitude Test and a Subject Matter Test, each scored out of 100 marks. A limited number of seats are also available for applicants with a minimum JEE Mains score of 90 percentile.
For B.Tech. programmes in CSE, AI, and ECE, tuition is ₹3,50,000 per annum. For other B.Tech. programmes, tuition is ₹3,00,000 per annum. Hostel charges range from ₹85,000 to ₹1,95,000 per annum depending on room type. A one-time non-refundable admission fee of ₹20,000 and a refundable caution deposit of ₹20,000 are also applicable.
SNU Chennai accepts CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, NMAT, TANCET, and other state-level admission tests for MBA admissions. A minimum score of 60 percentile in CAT/XAT/CMAT or 80 percentile in MAT/ATMA/TANCET is preferred. Applicants with 12 or more months of work experience can get a relaxation of up to 10 percentile points in admission test scores.