SASTRA University Online Courses 2026

At the undergraduate level, this deemed University offers BTech across 30 specialisations along with Integrated MTech across two specialisations. Admission to all these courses is subject to JEE Main scores for 50% of the seats and is subject to Class 12 scores for the remaining 50% of the seats. The application process for all these courses is conducted via online mode only. 

Yes, in addition to regular, full-time and part-time courses, SASTRA Deemed University also has a Directorate for Online and Distance Education (ODE) that offers numerous UG and PG courses via distance/online mode.

Candidates can apply for UG courses at SASTRA University before the release of Class 12 result provided they score equal or above the minimum aggregate. Aspirants must be able to submit their score at the time of admission.

SASTRA University conducts an entrance exam for admission in MCA programme. The deemed-to-be university also considers graduation marks for final selection. Aspirants must pass a minimum of three-year bachelor's degree with Mathematics as a subject in Class 12 or qualifying degree to apply for MCA.

Yes, SASTRA University offers a two-year full-time MBA programme across five specialisations.

• Finance
• HRM
• Banking
• Marketing
• Operations

Candidates seeking admission to the MBA programme at SASTRA University should possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline and should have a valid scores in CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ AIMCAT. Candidates based on their scores in any one of the aforementioned exam will be shortlisted for the Personal Interview (PI) round. Those who qualify for the PI round will be required to report to the admission cell at SASTRA University for document verification and fee payment leading to final seat allotment.

SASTRA University offers online/ ODL courses at UG and PG level via SASTRA Online portal. The university offers MBA, MCA, BBA, BCA, BCom, MSc Data Science, MA Sanskrit and MA Divya Prabandham. Candidates can fill out the form for preferred course online. 

Yes, SASTRA University provides Lateral entry for BTech programme. Students can visit the official website of the institute and apply for the course. The Lateral entry allows the students to join directly into the third semesterafter completing the relevant engineering diploma. 

No, candidates cannot get admission into BTech courses at SASTRA University. Candidates need to appear in JEE Main exam in order to qualify for BTech after Class 12th. However, 30% of total seat intake is allotted based on Class 12 board exam merit.

Yes, SASTRA University BTech fees include a one-time fee payable at the time of admission. The fee comprises a development fee of INR 10,000 and other charges of INR 7,000. These charges include the charges for personality development, sports, unit tests, marks verification, medical test, ID card, etc. In addition to this, candidates must pay the SASTRA University BTech tuition fee. The amount of the tuition fee payable during the entire course ranges between INR 50,000 and INR 7.7 Lakh. This fee is sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

No, SASTRA University BTech admissions have been closed for academic year 2026. 

Candidates were required to apply for BTech admissions by June this year. Admission process for this year has been concluded and curriculum will commence from August.

If candidates failed to apply for admissions at this point, they must wait for academic year 2027 admissions to begin. 

No, SASTRA University does not acceptany admissions for BTech courses in offline mode. The entire admission process from registration for entrance exam to document verification is conducted online by SASTRA University.

SASTRA University gives 50% weightage to Class 12 scores and 50% to CLAT scores in Phase-II. In Phase-I, admission is entirely based on scores of the aspirants in CLAT. In case the applicant has not appeared for CLAT, weighted score for 50% will become 0 but the Class 12 aggregate will be given 50% weightage to get the combined score in Phase-II.

The mode of application is online for all the courses at SASTRA University. Aspirants must fill out the form on the university's website. Candidates also need to upload documents and pay application fees. After form submission, the forms are evaluated to confirm eligibility.

SASTRA University offers courses at UG, PG and doctoral levels. The university offers courses across streams, such as Engineering, Management, Commerce, Law, Science, etc. at three campuses-Thanjavur, Kumbakonam and Chennai. The popular courses of the university include BTech, MBA, BA LLB (Hons), etc.

The total tuition fees for BA LLB (Hons) programme is INR 7 lakh at SASTRA University. Aspirants shortlisted for admission based on their CLAT and Class 12 scores have to pay the course fees to confirm their seat. 

Candidate should not have completed 19 years as on August 1 of the admission year to apply at SASTRA University. Aspirants also need to meet the educational requirements i.e. Class 12 for UG and graduation for PG programmes.

SASTRA University is also good for North Indian students. It is a reputed institute with strong academic and placements. While majority of the students are South India but it also welcomes North Indian students. It has disciplined culturewith heavy academic demands and rigid rules.