B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Networks) 

at SASTRA University, Thanjavur

NIRF ranking of a college is an important parameter that a candidate can consider while comparing the colleges. NIRF Rankings 2024 are yet to be released. For BTech courses, SASTRA University and IIEST Shibpur were ranked by NIRF for three consecutive years. The rankings are tabulated below:

At the undergraduate level, this deemed University offers BTech across 30 specialisations along with Integrated MTech across two specialisations. Spread over four years and eight semesters, admission to BTech is possible at SASTRA Deemed University via two methods:

Stream 1: JEE Mains + Class 12 marks (50% weightage given to each), for admission to 50% of the total seats

Stream 2: Class 12 marks (100% weightage), for admission to the remaining 50%

The following qualifications must be met by the students to secure admission to BTech at Sastra:

• Candidates must have obtained 60% aggregate in their Class 12 with Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, and Biology from a recognised board.
• Taken JEE Main exam

The total BTech fee at SASTRA University for the entire course ranges between INR 50,000 and INR 7.7 Lakh. The exact amount varies across the BTech branches/specialisations. Additionally, candidates have to pay a one-time fee of INR 17,000 at the time of admission. This fee includes various components like development fee, charges for ID card, marks verfication, sports, etc. Candidates must note that this fee is sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

As per the data collated from various unofficial sources and NIRF report 2023, the total tuition fee of INR 6 Lacs for its complete BTech course gives students the opportunity to get a median salary of INR 7.5 LPA. Hence, with respect to ROI, it can be considered a decent option. Additionally, for Engineering courses, the deemed university comes under the top 50 institutes in India (by NIRF, Ministry of Education, which makes again makes it a decent option among students. NIRF ranking for SASTRA for the Engineering category has dropped over the past three years. Ranking trends for BTech at SASTRA Seemed-to-be University are as follows:

The number of students placed and the median package recorded during BTech placements are tabulated below:

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

SASTRA University Placement  is known for its excellent placement record. Check out the tabulated data given below to know more about SASTRA University placements 2024:

 NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

SASTRA University usually concludes the application for most of its courses between April and August. Candidates seeking admission at SASTRA University must complete their application process within the given time frame. Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria for the programme they have applied for will be shortlisted for further admission rounds followed by document verification and fee payment leading to final seat allotment.

Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy, or SASTRA Deemed to be University is one of the popular deemed-to-be universities in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. It is a private university. SASTRA University was established in 1984 as Shanmugha College of Engineering and conferred the deemed-to-be university status on April 26, 2001. National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited SASTRA Deemed to be a University with an A+ grade and the Institution of Engineers (India) has also accredited all the B.Tech programmes offered by the university.

Admission to SASTRA Chennai (Deemed to be University) is entrance-based. Some of the national-level exams accepted are CUET/JEE Main/XAT,  CAT,  CMAT, etc. It is also crucial that the aspirants meet the course-specific minimum eligibility criteria. Interested students can apply by visiting the university official website.

Some the top recruiters for SASTRA University Placement are listed below: