SASTRA University Placements 2026: Average Package, Median Package, Top Companies

SASTRA University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the SASTRA University placements 2025:

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2026

The University has not released the placement report as of now. According to the NIRF report 2026, the median package offered to BTech and MTech students of the batch 2025 was INR 8 LPA and INR 5.5 LPA.

According to unofficial sources, the alumni of SASTRA University are working with top companies such as TCS, Cognizant, Infosys and many more. A large share of alumni is involved in the Engineering sector with a 45% share. The detailed sector-wise distribution is depicted below:

Yes, SASTRA University has an impressive placement record. According to the NIRF report 2026, 1469 BTech studentsof batch 2025 were placed out of the total 1680 graduated students with a median package of INR 8 LPA. Further, 51 MTech students of batch 2025 were placed with a median salary of INR 5.5 LPA.

Yes, admission are open at SASTRA University. The university accepts admisison through online application. Interested students can apply directly through the official page. It is necessary to qualify the eligibility criteria as per the course. 

SASTRA University considers entrance exam scores for admission in BTech, BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons), BCom LLB (Hons), MBA and PhD courses. Aspirants can get admission without any entrance exam in all other courses. 

SASTRA University, Thanjavur has bee rated 4.2/5 in the Shiksha's Rating. As per the verified reviews of students they have discussed about the university. 

Around 60% of students are placing in internships in VLSI, embedded systems, RF systems, cybersecurity, electronic manufacturing, etc. (R Syed Mohammad students of BTech-ECE, Batch 2028)

Teached are gelpful, qualified and knowledgeable. The teaching quality is very good and well-mannered.  The curriculum is very releavnt as per today's education. (Kamatham Prashanth Sai students of BTech CSE, Batch 2029)

 

Earlier, SASTRA University application process was conducted in both online and offline modes. However, 2022 onwards, the process has shifted completely to online mode.

• Aspirants seeking admission can visit the official website of the deemed university, apply online and pay the application fee.
• Further, they have to go through the selection rounds and counselling process and then confirm their seat on payment of the admission tuition fee.
• Candidates will be able to apply for the respective courses by visiting the official website of the university.

SASTRA Online is offers UG and PG across various streams like Arts, Manaement, Commerce, and others. The online courses are accredited by NAAC A+ Grade and recognised by the UGC. Below mentioned are the reasons: 

• Flexible learning with self-paced programmes that fit your life. 
• Courses driven curriculum with real-world impact and learn what matters. 
• Students have opportunity to attend live classes, dive into discussion forums and connect with expert mentors. 
• Top class faculty members with guidance at each step for admission.
• Vibrant network of learners across the globe with powered knowledge. 

 

Candidates have to pay INR 600 to apply for a course at SASTRA University. Aspirants can pay the fees via any of the online payment modes. Candidates must keep the fee receipt with them for future reference.

Yes, it worth to choose SASTRA University for engineering. The university has been ranked 40 under the Enginnering category by the NIRF 2025. The university offers B.Tech programme across various specialisations like Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, CSE, ECE, Robotics & AI and others. It has experts faculty with years of experince and offer quality education to the students. 

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.

SASTRA Deemed-to-be University offers undergraduate, integrated first degree, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across multiple fields such as Engineering, Science, Law, Commerce, Management and Fine Arts. B.Tech, B.Com M.Tech (5-Year Integrated), M.Tech and M.Sc. Are the popular courses offered by Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology and Research Academy. The undergraduate engineering courses (B.Tech) offered by the SASTRA Deemed to be University are of four years (eight semesters). The university also offers Ph.D. programmes across various streams.

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.

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. 

Students pursuing M.Tech from SASTRA University with GATE score can get 50% tuition fee waiver and stipend. Students must have necessary documents proving their merit to get the scholarship.

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.

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.