Is JEE Main mandatory for B.Tech admission at SASTRA University?

No, JEE Main is not mandatory. Candidates without a JEE Main score are automatically considered under Stream 2, which uses Class XII marks only. However, entering a JEE Main score can improve your rank under Stream 1, so it is recommended even for average scorers.

What is the minimum percentage needed for B.Tech admission at SASTRA?

Candidates need a minimum of 60% aggregate in Class XII. Physics and Mathematics are compulsory subjects. One of Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, or Biotechnology is also required as a subject.

How does SASTRA University calculate the B.Tech merit rank?

Stream 1 merit is calculated as 50% weightage to JEE Main 2026 score and 50% to Class XII aggregate. Class XII marks are normalised by treating the top scorer of each state board as 100% and adjusting all other scores accordingly. Stream 2 rank uses only the normalised Class XII aggregate.

What are the important dates for SASTRA University B.Tech admission 2026?

Applications opened on March 27, 2026 and closed on June 5, 2026. The merit rank list was released around June 14, 2026 and online counselling began on June 15, 2026. The academic session begins on August 1, 2026.

Does SASTRA University offer merit scholarships at the time of B.Tech admission?

Students from J&K and North-Eastern States receive a 100% tuition fee scholarship plus free boarding and lodging at the time of admission. During the programme, the Deans Merit Scholarship offers a 40% fee concession to students in the top 3% of their class and 20% to those in the top 3-10%.

What is the B.Tech fee per semester at SASTRA University?

The B.Tech tuition fee is INR 85,000 per semester in Year 1. A 5% annual increment applies from Year 2 onwards. A one-time admission charge of INR 16,000 is collected at the time of joining. An annual sports and unit test fee of INR 1,000 also applies.

Is direct admission or management quota available at SASTRA University?

No. SASTRA University does not offer a management quota or direct admission route. All seats across all programmes are filled strictly through merit. No donations or capitation fees are accepted at any stage of admission.

Can law aspirants apply to SASTRA University without a CLAT score?

Yes. Candidates without a CLAT score can apply under Phase II. Phase II uses a composite merit of 50% Class XII aggregate. Students with a strong Class XII performance can secure admission even without sitting for CLAT 2026.

What entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at SASTRA University?

SASTRA University gives preference to candidates with valid scores in CAT, XAT, AIMAT, CMAT, or AIMCAT for MBA admission. Shortlisted candidates then attend a Group Discussion and Personal Interview. A first-class bachelors degree in any discipline is required.

Do GATE-qualified candidates get any benefit for M.Tech at SASTRA University?

Yes. GATE-qualified candidates admitted to M.Tech or M.Sc programmes receive a 50% tuition fee waiver throughout the programme. They also receive a monthly stipend of INR 12,400 as additional financial support.

SASTRA M.Tech: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Thanjavur, Tamil NaduDeemed to be UniversityEstd 1984NAAC Grade A++ 3.7

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(537 Reviews)

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Jun 29, 2026

M.Tech at SASTRA is a 2-year Full Time PG Degree. The course is offered in 18 specializations. The most popular specializations include Vlsi Design, Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, Industrial Biotechnology.

The total M.Tech Fees at SASTRA for 2026 - 2027 academic year is ₹ 3.16 Lakhs. This includes a total tuition fee of ₹ 2.8 Lakhs.

To be eligible for the SASTRA M.Tech program, candidates must have passed Graduation + GATE (or equivalent). M.Tech admissions at SASTRA are offered based on GATE.

Read the section below for further details on SASTRA M.Tech admission 2026, fees, hostel fees, cutoff, placement, rankings and more.

Master of Technology [M.Tech]

Total Fees:₹3.16 Lakhs - 3.17 Lakhs

4.3(9 Reviews)18 Courses2 Years Full Time

(Based on 1.4K views last year)

Median Salary₹5,50,000

Eligibility:

Graduation + GATE

Application Date:

19 Jan - 30 Mar 2026

Vlsi Design

₹3.17 Lakhs

(Based on 202 views last year)

Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

₹3.16 Lakhs

(Based on 137 views last year)

SASTRA M.Tech Fees

SASTRA M.Tech Fees 2026 - 2027 is ₹ 3.16 Lakhs for the entire course duration. This is an increase of 6.04% (~₹18) from the previous year fee. Students must pay approximately ₹ 1.58 Lakhs per year.

The total M.Tech fees covers-

Total tuition fee of ₹ 2.8 Lakhs
Total other fee of ₹ 36,000

The hostel fees for SASTRA is 32,000.

Based on 9 reviews and 1.37 K views collected by Collegedunia last year, the most popular M.Tech specialisation is Vlsi Design, Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, Industrial Biotechnology.

M.Tech Vlsi Design total fees is ₹ 3.16 Lakhs
M.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science total fees is ₹ 3.16 Lakhs
M.Tech Industrial Biotechnology total fees is ₹ 3.16 Lakhs

Quota:

Fee Type	Total Amount (INR)
tuition fees	₹ 2.8 Lakhs
other fees	₹ 36,000 - 37,000
total academic fees	₹ 3.16 Lakhs - 3.17 Lakhs
hostel fees	₹32,000
total fees	₹ 3.48 Lakhs - 3.49 Lakhs

* Fees is refundable

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SASTRA M.Tech Admission 2026

Students must have Graduation + GATE to be eligible for M.Tech admission at SASTRA.

SASTRA M.Tech Admission Dates 2026

The application deadline for admission to SASTRA M.Tech program was January 19 - March 30, 2026.

Expired Events

Events	Dates
Submission Date of Application for Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Jan 19, 2026 - Mar 30, 2026
GATE 2026 Result Date	Mar 19, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 15, 2026

SASTRA Seat Intake 2026

There are 480 M.Tech seats in SASTRA. These include 30 seats of Vlsi Design, 30 seats of Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, 30 seats of Industrial Biotechnology.

Particulars	Number of Seats
Vlsi Design	30
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science	30
Industrial Biotechnology	30
Medical Nanotechnology	30
Embedded Systems	30
Artificial Intelligence & Robotics	30
Cyber Security	30
Aerospace Engineering	30
Computer Science And Engineering	30
Internet of Things	30
Power And Energy System Engineering	30
Digital Manufacturing	30
Wireless Communication Technology	30
Communication Systems	30
Big Data Analytics	30
Structural Engineering	30

SASTRA M.Tech Ranking

According to Collegedunia Ranking 2026, SASTRA ranks #82 out of 500 colleges in India. According to 9 Reviews collected by Collegedunia, the M.Tech program at SASTRA is rated 4.3/5. The college has an overall Collegedunia score of 708.8/1000, calculated based on NAAC grade, exam cutoff, rankings, placements and student reviews.

SASTRA is ranked by several ranking agencies such as NIRF, IIRF. Some of these rankings are as follows-

#40 out of 300 under NIRF Ranking 2025.
#36 out of 173 under IIRF Ranking 2024.

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#82 out of 500 (2026) #7th Tamil Nadu	#139 out of 500 (2025) #10th Tamil Nadu
	#40 out of 300 (2025) #8th Tamil Nadu	#38 out of 300 (2024) #8th Tamil Nadu
	#36 out of 173 (2024)	#29 out of 166 (2023)

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