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South Asian University (SAU): Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements, Cutoff

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South Asian University Highlights 2025
South Asian University Popular Programmes 2025
South Asian University Admission Process and Important Dates 2025
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South Asian University Highlights 2025

South Asian University was founded in 2010 and campus is in Chanakya Puri, Delhi. SAU was established in 2010 and is located in Chanakya Puri, Delhi. The university is recognised by the UGC. SAU is an international university authorised by eight member states of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). South Asian University Delhi offers UG, PG, and PhD programmes in Biotechnology, Applied Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Legal Studies, Sociology and International Relations. The flagship courses offered at SAU Delhi are BTech and MBA.

South Asian University, New Delhi, offers scholarships to meritorious and worthy students students. The university has modern campus with classrooms, labs, a medical facility, Wi-Fi, a library, a hostel, and others. South Asian University Delhi admission is based on merit and entrance exams. The university accepts national entrance exams such as JEE Main, GATE, CAT, MAT, and others. The university conducts the SAU Entrance Test for admission. The university has well-trained and expert faculty members with years of experience in the related field. The below-mentioned are the University of South Asian University have been tabulated below:

Particulars	SAU Delhi Highlights 2025
Year of establishment	2010
Campus	Chanakya Puri, New Delhi
Also Known As	South Asian University Delhi
Recognised by	SAARC UGC
Modes of education	Full-time
Flagship Courses	BTech, MBA
Accepted Entrance Exam	JEE Main, GATE, CAT, MAT
Official website	www.sau.int
Gender intake	Co-ed
Application mode	Online
Shiksha Review	4.2/5

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: Is South Asian University Tier 1 or tier 2?

South Asian University is not a Tier 1 or Tier 2 university in the same way that Indian engineering and general education institutions are; instead, it is a unique, intergovernmental international university for SAARC countries that provides specialised postgraduate and doctoral programs. SAU is established and funded by the eight SAARC member countries, making it an international institution for students from these nations rather than a solely Indian college.

Q: What was the highest package offered at South Asian University Delhi?

The highest package offered to a South Asian University (SAU) graduate in recent ongoing years was Rs. 23 Lakhs per annum. It was offered to a student pursuing an MSc in Computer Science in 2023. The average package for SAU graduates in 2023 was Rs. 5 Lakhs per annum.

SAU offers a dedicated Career Resource Center (CRC) that actively collaborates with big industry partners to facilitate placements and internships for its students. The CRC provides students with comprehensive placement training, including mock interviews, resume building workshops, and aptitude tests preparation.

Some of the top recruiters for SAU graduates

IT Companies: TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Cognizant, HCL Technologies

Core Engineering Companies: GE, ABB, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Larsen & Toubro

Startups: Flipkart, Amazon, Ola, Uber, Paytm

Overall, SAU has a good placement track record for its M.Sc programs. The university's focus on practical skills, industry collaborations, and comprehensive placement training prepares students well for successful careers in their chosen fields of study.

South Asian University Popular Programmes 2025

South Asian University's popular programmes are BTech and MBA. The university offers BTech specilisation in Mathematics & Computing, CSE, AI & ML, Cybersecurity, and others. The university offers BTech admisison based on merit and entrance exams. Students have to appear for the national entrance exams such as JEE Main and meet the cutoff. South Asian University BTech cutoff has not been released yet. The university also offers a dual degree BTech and MTech programme.

SAU Delhi offers an MBA programme to students in specialisations, including Finance, HR, Banking, Marketing, and others. SAU MBA students can seek higher education and work as Business Analysts, Finance Managers, Market Research Analysts, and others. Candidates can check the popular programmes offered at South Asian University Delhi in the table provided below:

B.E. / B.Tech

7 Courses

4.1(2)4 - 5 years

Exams Accepted

JEE Main

Total Tuition Fees

₹8.76 L

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Placement Rating

3.0

M.Sc.

13 Courses

4.3(5)1 year - 5 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.4 L - 2.8 L

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Placement Rating

3.4

M.E./M.Tech

3 Courses2 - 5 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹3.51 L

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Median Salary

– / –

M.A.

6 Courses

3.2(1)1 year - 2 years

Exams Accepted

CUET-PG

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.05 L - 2.1 L

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Placement Rating

2.0

B.Sc.

5 Courses4 - 5 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹7.01 L - 24.18 L

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Median Salary

– / –

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Commonly asked questions
On Popular Programs

Q: What are the courses that South Asian University Delhi offers?

South Asian University offers 18 courses at UG, PG and doctoral levels. The programmes include BTech, MTech, MSc, MA, LLM and PhD. The university offers admission to SAARC and non-SAARC regions. SAU conducts its own entrance exam for admission to all the courses. The university also accepts national-level entrance exams such as JEE Main, CUET-UG, CUET-PG, CAT, MAT, XAT, GATE, etc. for admission to specific programmes.

South Asian University Admission Process and Important Dates 2025

South Asian University Delhi admission 2025 is open. The university accepts admission based on merit and entrance exams. The university accepts national entrance exams such as JEE Main, GATE, CAT, MAT, and others. The university conducts the SAU Entrance Test for admission to UG and PG courses. South Asian University course admission begins with the online application. Interested candidates can appear directly through the official website. The below-mentioned are the South Asian University admissions for 2025:

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026

7 Courses4 years-5 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 65% aggregate
Accepting Exams: JEE Main

Important dates

Dates	Events
29 Apr '26 - 31 May '26	CUET UG 2026 Intimation SlipOngoing
11 May '26 - 31 May '26	CUET UG 2026 Exam

M.Sc. Admissions 2026

13 Courses1 year-5 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 55% aggregate
10+2 with 65% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET-PG, CUET, JEE Main

Important dates

Dates	Events
24 Apr '26 - 24 May '26	CUET PG 2026 ResultOngoing

M.E./M.Tech Admissions 2026

3 Courses2 years-5 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 55% aggregate
10+2 with 65% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET-PG, JEE Main

Important dates

Dates	Events
24 Apr '26 - 24 May '26	CUET PG 2026 ResultOngoing

Commonly asked questions
On Admissions

Q: Are admissions open at South Asian University?

South Asian University admissions are currently open for 2025 session. Candidates meeting eligibility requirements can fill out the application form on the university's website. Aspirants need to register for the entrance exam by paying INR 830 as the application fee. The university offers admission via SAU Entrance Test or directly based on national-level entrance exam scores of the candidates.

Q: Can I get admission at South Asian University with 65% in Class 12?

Aspirants need to pass a minimum of Class 12 to apply for UG courses. The aggregate required to apply for UG programmes is 50%-65%. Hence, aspirants with 65% in Class 12 can get admission provided they also meet the selection requirements. Aspirants should have also scored well in any of the accepted national-level entrance exam or SAU Entrance Test for admission.

Q: How can I get admission in M.A at SAU Delhi?

South Asian University Delhi offers admission to the MA programme based on the entrance exam conducted by the university. It is a two-hour entrance test with a total of 70 multiple-choice questions with one mark each. The questions are related to the specialisation opted for by the candidates. Besides, aspirants with a valid CUET-PG score can also get admission in preferred MA specialisation.

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South Asian University
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4.2/5

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Placements3.3

Infrastructure4.6

Faculty & Course4.7

Campus Life4.3

Value for Money4.2

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B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering - Batch of 2028

3.8

3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Dissatisfied because of fitness facilities, average mess food quality, and curriculum is good.

Placements: Our batch is the first ever batch for bachelors, and no placement cell has been constructed yet. There is no official data about placements. The placement cell is under construction. After passing of our batch, the official data will be released, i.e., year 2028.

Infrastructure: We have Wi-Fi access on the whole campus including hostel. As the university is under construction, the infrastructure of the university is not that good now. But I am sure that after completion of the construction of the university. There will be everything above average. Sports and games facilities are quite good. Medical facilities are not that good for now. Canteen is average, and mess food is also average.

Faculty: All teachers here are well-qualified and knowledgeable. They are all experienced, and most of them did their PhDs from different IITs. Many of them also have experience teaching in IITs. Semester exams are not difficult. If we study for a month before exams, we can easily score 80-95%. Course curriculum is relevant, timings are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM almost daily with a two-day weekend off.

Other: I had a huge interest in the data science field that's why I chose this course. Best thing about this course is that they teach us everything in the field of computer science. In case, our interests change during student life, we can easily switch as they teach everything. To improve the course, there should not be miscellaneous courses like English in it. Events are average. Fest doesn't happen here as of now (don't know about the future, maybe it will happen soon). Campus crowd is low now, but this year (2025), there will be a hike in the number of students due to new courses.

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M.Sc. in Computer Science - Batch of 2029

3.8

3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Strong academic foundation with good faculty, diverse opportunities, and solid placement support.

Placements: The percentage of students who got placed is around 50-65%. For M.Sc. computer science at SAU, you can expect a similar placement rate, depending on the batch and market conditions. But many students go for the research field. Any information related to placements or internships is provided on the official site of SAAI.

Infrastructure: Every department has a separate reading room, one common library for all departments, and a common gym. The university provides hostel accommodation for both male and female students. Hostels are equipped with basic facilities such as well-equipped rooms with basic amenities like beds, tables, chairs, and wardrobes. Hostels have access to Wi-Fi for academic and personal use.

Faculty: Teachers are helpful. Our professors are approachable and willing to offer extra help outside of class hours. There is a strong emphasis on interactive teaching. Faculty members tend to collaborative learning environment. Professors also encourage discussions and problem-solving in class. The exam difficulty is pretty average. The pass percentage is 33%.

Other: Students from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka are given special consideration for admission and scholarships. SAU's location in New Delhi, India, also offers a strategic advantage for fostering academic and cultural exchange across the region.

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M.Sc. in Biotechnology - Batch of 2026

4.0

2Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

South Asian University: Worth it for money.

Placements: Currently, I am a 1st year student of M.Sc. biotechnology at FLSB South Asian University, New Delhi, India. It is an international university set up by all 8 SAARC countries. As it is a research-based university, its focus is not much more on placements. The university doesn't have a placement cell.

Infrastructure: Classrooms, labs, and a canteen are well-equipped with Wi-Fi and air conditioners. The food quality of SAU Canteen is one of the best. The hostel is an apartment type. Frequent cleanliness is maintained. The hostel campus has a health center.

Faculty: Faculty members are international graduates and well-trained in their fields of expertise. Exams are held frequently in every semester. Semester exams are a bit difficult. Semester exams consist of mid-semesters and end-semesters. In between quizzes, poster presentations, paper presentations, and assignments are given. The M.Sc. biotechnology course curriculum is very updated and designed in such a way that students can easily crack JRF, NET, and GATE exams.

Other: Faculty members of life sciences and biotechnology, South Asian University, New Delhi, India is one the best in our country, so I chose it.

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South Asian University Scholarships 2025

South Asian University offers financial support and scholarship opportunities to its students. Scholarships offered are merit-based, contingent on the rank in the entrance test. A restricted number of freeships are available to students who cannot manage to pay the course fees, and a few campus jobs are available under the Work-Earn program. Students can apply for these jobs every month post joining the university. Below are the details for some of the scholarships offered by SAU Delhi:

SAU Delhi President Scholarship

There are two president scholarships for each master's/ MTech/ BTech programme, one for each Indian and non-Indian student.

SAU President Scholarship is given to those who have secured the highest rank in the SAU Entrance Test in the respective category of the programme.
SAU President Scholarships for MTech/ BTech students is decided at the end of the first semester. These will be given to those who will secure the highest rank at the end of the first semester examinations in the respective category of the programme.
From the second year onwards, SAU President Scholarships are given to those students who secure the highest rank till the end of the previous year in the respective category of the programme.

Merit Scholarship

There are two merit scholarships for each master's/ MTech/ BTech programme, one for each Indian and non-Indian student.

These scholarships are given to the Indian and non-Indian students who have secured the highest rank in the respective merit list of the SAU Entrance Test among the remaining students after awarding the SAU President scholarship and the SAARC-India Silver Jubilee Scholarship.
These are given to those who will secure the highest rank at the end of the first
semester examination among the remaining students after the awarding of the SAU President.
From the second year onwards, SAU Merit Scholarships are given to those students who secure the highest rank till the end of the previous year in the respective category scholarship and SJS in the respective category of the programme.

Commonly asked questions
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Q: Does SAU Delhi offers merit scholarships?

Yes, SAU Delhi provides Merit Scholarships to students for their financial assistance. The university provides two merit scholarships for each master's/ MTech/ BTech programme one for each Indian and non-Indian student. Below are the criteria for the Merit Scholarship offered at SAU:

These scholarships are offered to the Indian and non-Indian students who have secured the highest rank in the respective merit list of the SAU Entrance Test among the remaining students after awarding the SAU President scholarship and SAARC-India Silver Jubilee Scholarship.
These are given to those who secure the highest rank at the end of the first semester examination among the remaining students after awarding the SAU President.
From the second year onwards, SAU Merit Scholarships are given to those students who secure the highest rank till the end of the previous year in the respective category scholarship and SJS in the respective category of the programme.

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B.E. / B.Tech

M.Sc.

M.E./M.Tech

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B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering icon

4 years

Tuition Fees

₹8.76 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

JEE Main

B.Tech in CSE (with specialization in AI & ML) icon

4 years

Tuition Fees

₹8.76 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

JEE Main

B.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing icon

4 years

Tuition Fees

₹8.76 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

JEE Main

B.Tech in CSE (with specialization in Data Science & AI) icon

4 years

Tuition Fees

₹8.76 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

JEE Main

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5 years

Tuition Fees

₹10.96 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

JEE Main

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South Asian University Course and Fees 2025

South Asian University offers undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD courses across various streams such as Engineering, Management, Arts, Science, and others. At the UG level, the university offers BBA, BTech, and other programmes. At the PG level, the university offers MBA, MTech, MA, MSc courses to the students. Below-mentioned are South Asian University courses, along with the eligibility criteria and South Asian University fees:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(7 courses)	8.8 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 65 % Exams : JEE Main
M.Sc.(13 courses)	1.4 L - 2.8 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 65 % Graduation : 55 % Exams : CUET-PG CUET+1 More
M.E./M.Tech(3 courses)	3.5 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 65 % Graduation : 55 % Exams : CUET-PG JEE Main
M.A.(6 courses)	1.1 L - 2.1 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50-55 % Exams : CUET-PG
B.Sc.(5 courses)	7 L - 24.2 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 50-65 % Exams : CUET JEE Main+2 More

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South Asian University Application Process 2025

The South Asian University New Delhi, application window is open. Students meet the eligibility requirements must apply online for their preferred course. Below is the step-wise application process for SAU Delhi admissions:

Visit the website of SAU Delhi
Click on the application link available on the Home page.
Register with the required details to generate login credentials.
Log in to fill out the application form and upload the documents.
Pay the application fee and submit the form.

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South Asian University Infrastructure

South Asian University has modern infrastructure, which is equipped with all the necessary amenities. It has a library with a seating capacity of 100 students with an collection of more than 14,500 books. It also has health centre and sports complex with cricket, football, badminton, volleyball, etc.

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Q: Is there a strict ragging policy at South Asian University?

Yes, South Asian University has anti ragging policy. The university has an Anti-Ragging Committee and all students are warned against any misconduct that could be construed as ragging. Anyone found guilty of ragging and/or abetting ragging or being a part of a conspiracy to promote ragging is liable to be punished.

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South Asian University Faculty

South Asian University appoints well-experienced and trained faculty members with years of experience in the related field. The faculty focuses on theoretical and practical knowledge to the students. The faculty engages the students with the latest activities and innovative teaching, and quality research.

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Q: How are the faculty members at South Asian University?

South Asian University has eminent faculty members who have years of experience in the related field. The academic staff members are experienced and knowledgeable. They are passionate and committed to helping the students and aim to give deeper assistance and purpose to give the core values. According, to Shiksha verified user faculty has 4.9 rating out of 5.

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What is the fee refund policy for UG and PG courses at South Asian University?

Answered 8 months ago

South Asian University has specified a refund policy for UG and PG courses. Students who wish to get refund need to fill out the google form available on the university's website. Below are the details for fee refund policy:

If a candidate withdraws from the course up to the commencement of the Monso

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Is JEE Main compulsory for admission at South Asian University?

Answered 8 months ago

South Asian University considers JEE Main scores for admission to BTech programme. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants can also get admission based on their SAU Entrance Test scores. It is a test conducted by the university for admission to BTech and other UG, PG and PhD programmes. Those who a

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Who is eligible for BTech at South Asian University?

Answered 8 months ago

Candidates who have completed Class 12 in Science stream with Physics and Mathematics as mandatory subjects with at least 65% aggregate are eligible to apply for BTech programme at South Asian University. Aspirants must have relevant documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time o

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Which are the BTech specialisations offered at South Asian University?

Answered 8 months ago

South Asian University offers BTech for four-years in full-time mode at the UG level. The programme is divided into eight semesters. Candidates who have completed Class 12 with the specified aggregate can apply for any of the below-mentioned BTech specialisations:

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What is the eligibility for MBA at South Asian University?

Answered 8 months ago

Candidates who have completed a UG degree in any discipline from a recognised institution or examination with at least 50% aggregate can apply for MBA programme at South Asian university. Besides, aspirants must have a valid score in CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT or CUET-PG for MBA admission. Candidates

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