SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai - Vadapalani Campus

Apart from qualifying in national-level engineering entrance exams like SRMJEEE or JEE Mains, SRM University Vadapalani also has certain eligibility criteria that students must meet to be considered for B.Tech admission :- 

• Educational Qualification:-   Students must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as main subjects. A minimum aggregate percentage is prescribed which varies across different specializations.
• Age Limit:-   There is no minimum age criteria. But the maximum age limit is 21 years for general category candidates as on July 1st of the admission year. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories.
• Schooling:-    Candidates must have completed regular full-time schooling from a recognised board of education such as CBSE, State, ICSE etc. Part-time qualifications are not accepted.
• Subject Marks:-   For most branches, need minimum 60% marks in Math, Physics, Chemistry individually in 10+2 exams. Relaxation up to 5-10% applicable based on entrance test scores.
• Meeting the program-specific eligibility conditions is mandatory for admission at SRM Vadapalani campus programs.

Yes, pursuing undergraduate (UG) courses at SRM University's Vadapalani campus can be quite expensive compared to many other private colleges in India. Here are some key points regarding the University's expenses  :- 

• For most UG degrees like B.Tech, SRM Vadapalani charges annual tuition fees ranging from Rs 1.5 - 2 Lacs per year. Additional costs apply.
• In total, completing a 4-year UG degree can cost over Rs 8 Lacs in tuition fees alone. Add hostel, mess and other living costs and it exceeds Rs 10 lakhs.
• Costs tend to be slightly higher for high-demand and specialised branches like Computer Science, IT, Biotech, etc. as compared to core or mechanical branches.
• Limited scholarships and financial waivers are available and allotted on merit-cum-means basis. But a majority of students pay the full fees.
• -Educational loans can help fund the expenses but it implies taking a sizable loan right from the UG level.

Although the facilities and instruction at SRM Vadapalani are of high caliber, many deserving students from less fortunate families find the tuition to be prohibitively expensive. Before applying for UG admission there, careful planning and budgeting are required.

 Yes, JEE is required for B.Tech admission at SRM University Vadapalani.  

• SRM University Vadapalani accepts the JEE Main scores for admission to its B.Tech programs. Students who have qualified for JEE Main are required to apply for admission to SRM University Vadapalani using the university’s online application portal. Along with the application form, students must submit their JEE Main rank, class 12th marks  and other relevant documents.
• Additionally, the university offers direct admission to the top 10,000 rankers in JEE Main. Therefore, JEE Main scores are an important factor for B.Tech admissions at SRM University Vadapalani.

B.Tech is a four-year undergraduate engineering degree programme that is offered by various colleges and universities in India.

To get admitted to B.Tech, you must meet specific eligibility requirements and pass entrance tests.

The eligibility criteria for B.Tech admission differ based on the college and the entrance exam you are applying for. However, some of the most typical needs are:

• You must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects from a recognised board.
• You must have obtained a minimum aggregate of 50% to 75% marks in Class 12 or equivalent examination, depending on the college and the entrance exam.
• You must be an Indian citizen or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI).
• You must be between 17 to 25 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.

The entrance exams for B.Tech admission are conducted by various national and state-level authorities to test your aptitude and knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English. Some of the popular entrance exams for B.Tech admission are:

• JEE Main: This is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to B.Tech courses in IITs, NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and other participating institutes. The exam consists of two papers: Paper 1 for B.E./B.Tech courses and Paper 2 for B.Arch/B.Planning courses. The exam is held twice a year: in February-March and April-May.
• JEE Advanced: This is a national-level entrance exam conducted by one of the IITs every year for admission to B.Tech courses in IITs only. The exam is held once a year: in May-June.
• BITSAT: This is an entrance exam conducted by BITS Pilani for admission to its five-year integrated B.Tech/B.E./B.Arch programs. The exam consists of two papers: Paper 1 for general category candidates and Paper 2 for reserved category candidates. The exam is held once a year: in May-June.
• VITEEE: This is an entrance exam conducted by Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) for admission to its four-year integrated B.Tech/B.E./MCA programs. The exam consists of two papers: Paper 1 for general category candidates and Paper 2 for reserved category candidates. The exam is held once a year: in May-June.
• MHT CET: This is an entrance exam conducted by Maharashtra Common Entrance Test Cell (MHT CET Cell) for admission to various undergraduate engineering courses offered by over 100 colleges affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Mumbai University (MU), Kolhapur University (KU), Nagpur University (NU), Goa University (GU), etc. The exam consists of one paper with multiple-choice questions on Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology/General Aptitude/General

Top courses offered at SRM University Vadapalani (SRMIST):-

B.Tech - Computer Science and Business Systems    Rs.2,75,000

B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering    Rs.3,00,000

B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering with specialisation in Big Data Analytics    Rs.2,75,000

B.Tech - Computer Science Engineering with specialisation in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning    Rs.3,00,000

B.Tech - Electronics and Communication Engineering    Rs.1,50,000

B.Tech - Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialisation in Data Science    Rs.1,50,000

B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering    Rs.1,00,000

B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering with specialisation in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning    Rs.1,00,000

B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering with specialisation in Automation & Robotics    Rs.1,00,000

M.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering    Rs.1,50,000

M.Tech - VLSI Design    Rs.1,50,000

Both Sathyabama University and SRM University Vadapalani are reputable universities that provide a B.Sc. in computer science. They differ somewhat from one another, though, in terms of costs, placements, deadlines, reviews, seats, courses, and other specifics. Here is a quick comparison using the data from the findings:

• Fees: Sathyabama University charges *Rs. 3.6 lakhs*, while SRM University Vadapalani charges *Rs. 2.5 lakhs* for the full course.
• Placements: Because Sathyabama University places a higher percentage of students and offers a higher average package, it has better placements than SRM University Vadapalani. While Sathyabama University receives more visits from core companies, SRM University Vadapalani has more mass recruiters.
• Cut Off: SRM University Vadapalani accepts students with at least *50%* marks in their 10+2, while Sathyabama University requires at least *60%*marks in the same subject. This means that SRM University Vadapalani has a lower cut off than Sathyabama University.
• Seats: Sathyabama University has *240 seats* total for the B.Sc. in Computer Science program, whereas SRM University Vadapalani has *120 seats*.
• Courses- Sathyabama University offers a four-year B.Sc. (Hons.) in Computer Science program, while SRM University Vadapalani offers a three-year B.Sc. programme in Computer Science. While the two programs' curricula and syllabus are similar, Sathyabama University offers more projects and electives than SRM University Vadapalani.