SRM Institute of Science and Technology Kattankulathur Chennai Answered Questions

Yes, candidates applying for all BSc specialisations at SRM IST Vadapalani are generally expected to have studied relevant Science subjects in Class 12. Preference is usually given to students from Science stream. The seat bifurcation varies by specialisation. While the total intake is 150, individual BSc programmes may offer around 50 seats each.For courses like B.Sc in Computer Science or Visual Communication, Mathematics or Computer Science is mandatory in Class 12 subject combination.

The admission criteria for Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optm.) at SRM Medical College are:
1. Age: Completion of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission.
2. Qualification: HSC / 10+2 / Plus two or equivalent with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics / Biology / Botany & Zoology.
3. Percentage of Marks: Minimum 50% aggregate of marks in PCB / PCM.

The placement statistics for B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Software Engineering) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology are as follows:
High Placement Rates: The CSE branch often sees high placement rates, with many students securing jobs before graduation. The rates can vary each year but have been reported to be around 80-90% in recent years.
Top Recruiters: Major tech companies, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, and various startups, frequently recruit from SRM.
Average Salaries: The average salary package for CSE graduates has been competitive, with some students receiving offers in the range of INR 6-12 Lacs per annum, depending on their skills and the company.
Internships: Many companies also offer internships to students, which can lead to full-time job offers post-internship. This is particularly common in the tech industry.
Skill Development: SRM emphasizes skill development through workshops, seminars, and coding competitions, which enhances students' employability.
Career Services: The placement cell provides various services, including resume building, mock interviews, and career counseling, to better prepare students for the job market.
Some specific placement statistics mentioned include:
- For the 2018 batch, around 120 people (approximately 5%) got placed with the highest package offered by Cisco being 12 LPA.
- Companies that visited the campus for placements included Ernst & Young, Payoda, Coviam, Chalkstreet, Wellsfargo, Temenos, and Cisco, among others.
- The highest package offered during SRM Institute of Science and Technology placements in 2024 stood at INR 52 LPA, and the average package was INR 9.04 LPA. Over 391 companies visited the campus, providing over 2,335 offers to the students of the batch 2024.

SRM IST BCom course ranking in 2025 can be known from overall university rankings. Times B-School Ranking Survey has ranked SRM IST as #1 among 36 top private B-Schools in India. This top ranking shows its strong positions among universities in India. Other than this, it has even acheived 12th position in the University Category by NIRF in 2024.

The eligibility criteria for BTech in CSE (AI & ML) at SRM University Andhra Pradesh differ for the reserved category candidates. The admission will be purely on the basis of the performance in the SRMJEEE (UG)/SRMAPET entrance examination conducted by SRM University-AP.
The eligibility criteria such as the minimum percentage of marks in PCM or CGPA obtained by the candidate in the qualifying examination and minimum percentage in the 10th standard shall be as prescribed by the SRM University-AP from time to time.
For students applying for Civil, Mechanical and EEE programs, the student has to obtain a minimum aggregate score of 60% or equivalent grade point in 12th Standard/Higher secondary.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or IB certificate: Minimum 4 points each in Physics and Mathematics and Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Informatics Practices/ Engineering Graphics.
GCE A-Level: Minimum C grade in Physics and Mathematics and Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Informatics Practices/ Engineering Graphics.
Students should have attained the age of 16 years and 6 months on the 31st of July of the calendar year in which the 12th Board examination is to be held.
A minimum aggregate score of 60% or equivalent grade point in Class X.
Passed with Minimum 60% aggregate or equivalent grade in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Informatics Practices/ Engineering Graphics in 12th Standard/Higher secondary examination (10+2 pattern ) /Intermediate (first and second year).
The student should have obtained SRMJEEE within the cut-off rank for the CSE department.
The student should have cleared the written exam and was shortlisted for interview.
The student should have been selected for admission to the interview.
Admission will be based on meeting the eligibility conditions listed and the performance in the qualifying examination i.e., SRMJEEE / SRMAPET.
The students seeking admission in these two CSE specialisations (Software Product Engineering & AI & Future Technologies) would have to go through two additional rounds of selection.

Generally speaking, SRM IST Vadapalani opens its BBA admission registrations between March and June every year. During this time, students can visit the official website and fill out the online form. The early you apply, the better, avoid last-minute issues. Admission is offered on merit basis, and no entrance is required, making the process quicker for most applicants.

No, counselling is not required for admission to Master of Business Administration (MBA) at SRM Ramapuram. Admission is done through SRM Joint Entrance Examination for Management (SRMJEEM) followed by a Personal Interview. Students with eligible entrance scores in CAT/XAT/MAT/GMAT/NMAT/CMAT/TANCET will be granted direct consideration for the Personal Interview.