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Symbiosis International University (SIU) is a private deemed-to-be university located in Pune, Maharashtra. The Symbiosis group was founded in 1971. SIU received the deemed university status from the Ministry of Education in 2002. It is accredited with NAAC A++ (Cycle 3, CGPA 3.56 out of 4.0) and comprises 17 constituent institutes spanning management, engineering, law, design, medicine, health sciences, liberal arts, and media.
As per NIRF 2025, SIU is ranked #40 Overall (score 56.86) and #24 in the University category (score 59.16). Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT) is ranked #46 in Engineering and Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM Pune) is ranked #11 in Management by NIRF 2025.
The university is housed at Symbiosis Knowledge Village, a 300-acre integrated campus at Lavale on the outskirts of Pune. Constituent institutes are distributed across Pune, Nashik, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Noida campuses.
- MBA (SNAP-based): 29 programmes across 17 institutes. Flagship: SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, SIIB Pune, SIOM Nashik. Total fees: INR 3,70,000 (SIMS base) to INR 32,13,800 (SIBM Pune Finance/Marketing).
- B.Tech (SIT Pune): CSE, AI and ML, CSE-Cyber Security, CSE-Data Science, Electronics and Telecom, Civil, Mechanical, Robotics. Duration: 4 years.
- Integrated Law (Symbiosis Law Schools): BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB Hons (5 years). Total fees: INR 39,76,000.
- MBBS (Symbiosis Medical College for Women): 5 years. Total fees: INR 50,70,000.
- B.Des: 10 specialisations including Communication Design, Fashion Design, Game Design, UX Design. Duration: 4 years. Total fees: INR 31,64,800.
- UG (SET-based): BBA, BA, BCA, B.Sc, Liberal Arts, Media programmes across constituent institutes.
- Postgraduate: LLM, M.Tech, M.Des, M.Sc, MA, and PhD programmes.
B.Tech total fees at SIT Pune range from INR 23,94,000 (Civil, Mechanical) to INR 27,94,000 (CSE, AI and ML, Cyber Security, Data Science). SIBM Pune MBA total fees for the 2026-28 batch are INR 32,13,800 for Finance and Marketing Management.
SIU offers merit-based and need-based scholarships across constituent institutes for academically strong students.
SIBM Pune batch 2026 placements recorded the highest offer at INR 74.84 LPA. The average offer was INR 28.18 LPA with a median of INR 26.04 LPA. Over 109 companies participated in the placement process.
SIU Admission Dates 2026
SIU uses separate entrance tests for different programme families. SET covers BBA, BA, BCA, B.Sc, and other UG programmes. SITEEE or JEE Main is required for B.Tech at SIT. SLAT is mandatory for integrated law degrees. SNAP covers all MBA programmes across 17 Symbiosis institutes. NEET UG gates MBBS admission at Symbiosis Medical College for Women.
| Event | Date | Authority / Portal |
|---|---|---|
| SET and SITEEE 2026 Exams | May 2 and May 10, 2026 | Symbiosis |
| SET and SITEEE 2026 Results | May 20, 2026 | Symbiosis |
| SIT B.Tech Institute-Level Admissions | Ongoing (post-May 2026) | SIT Pune |
| NEET UG 2026 Result | July 16, 2026 | NTA |
| MBBS MCC Counselling (Deemed Seats) | August 2026 (Tentative) | MCC |
| SNAP 2026 Registration Opens | August 1, 2026 (Tentative) | snaptest.org |
| SNAP 2026 Registration Closes | November 20, 2026 (Tentative) | snaptest.org |
| SNAP Test 01 | December 6, 2026 (Tentative) | snaptest.org |
| SNAP Test 02 | December 14, 2026 (Tentative) | snaptest.org |
| SNAP Test 03 | December 20, 2026 (Tentative) | snaptest.org |
| SNAP 2026 Result | January 9, 2027 (Tentative) | snaptest.org |
The table below shows the exam required for each programme family at SIU.
| Programme Family | Exam Required | Admission Portal |
|---|---|---|
| MBA (all 29 programmes, 17 institutes) | SNAP (mandatory) | snaptest.org then institute portal |
| B.Tech (SIT Pune) | SITEEE or JEE Main | sitpune.edu.in |
| Integrated Law (BA/BBA/BCom + LLB) | SLAT | siu.edu.in/admissions |
| MBBS (Symbiosis Medical College for Women) | NEET UG | MCC counselling (mcc.nic.in) |
| UG (BBA, BA, BCA, B.Sc, Liberal Arts, Media) | SET | set-test.org |
| PG and PhD | Programme-specific | siu.edu.in/admissions |
SIU Courses and Fees
SIU offers 311 plus programmes across 17 constituent institutes. The fee range is wide: INR 3,70,000 for the base MBA at SIMS to INR 50,70,000 for MBBS at Symbiosis Medical College for Women. All fees are per programme and verified from the official SIU fee structure for the 2026-27 cycle.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS (Symbiosis Medical College for Women) | 5 years | NEET UG, min 50% in PCB in 10+2 | INR 50,70,000 |
| Integrated Law (BA/BBA/BCom + LLB Hons) | 5 years | 10+2, min 45%, SLAT | INR 39,76,000 |
| MBA Finance / Marketing Management (SIBM/SCMHRD) | 2 years | Graduation, min 50%, SNAP | INR 32,13,800 |
| MBA Human Resource Management | 2 years | Graduation, min 50%, SNAP | INR 30,86,200 |
| B.Des (10 specialisations) | 4 years | 10+2, min 45%, SET | INR 31,64,800 |
| B.Tech CSE / AI-ML / Cyber Security / Data Science (SIT) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45%, SITEEE or JEE Main | INR 27,94,000 |
| B.Tech Electronics and Telecom (SIT) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% | INR 26,94,000 |
| B.Tech Civil / Mechanical / Robotics (SIT) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% | INR 23,94,000 |
| MBA Business Analytics | 2 years | Graduation, min 50%, SNAP | INR 24,52,200 |
| MBA Executive | 2 years | Work experience, SNAP | INR 13,83,000 |
| MBA (base, SIMS) | 2 years | Graduation, min 50%, SNAP | INR 3,70,000 |
| LLM (Master of Laws) | 2 years | LLB or equivalent | INR 10,46,879 |
| BBA and BA (SET-based UG) | 3 to 4 years | 10+2, min 45%, SET | INR 16,63,250 to 28,04,800 |
B.Tech lateral entry (3-year) for diploma holders is available at SIT Pune. Total fees for lateral CSE and AI-ML are INR 21,05,500. Electronics lateral entry is INR 20,30,500. Civil, Mechanical, and Robotics lateral entry is INR 18,05,500. SIU fees are revised annually. Confirm the latest fee at the relevant constituent institute’s portal before applying.
SIU Admission Process
SIU operates a decentralised admission model. Each entrance test opens admission eligibility. Individual institutes conduct their own shortlisting and interview stages. The process below covers the four main programme families.
MBA Admission Process (SNAP)
SNAP is the mandatory entrance test for all 29 MBA programmes across 17 Symbiosis institutes. A single SNAP registration allows applying to multiple institutes. Candidates can attempt SNAP up to 3 times in a cycle, with the best percentile submitted.
- Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Minimum age 21. Final-year applicants admitted provisionally.
- Selection stages: SNAP registration at snaptest.org, SNAP test, institute-wise shortlisting, Group Exercise (GE), Written Ability Test (WAT), and Personal Interview (PI).
- SNAP cutoffs for SIBM Pune: typically 97 percentile and above for the General category. SCMHRD and SIIB Pune typically require 92 to 95 percentile. Other institutes accept 60 to 80 percentile range.
B.Tech Admission Process (SIT Pune)
Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT Pune) admits B.Tech students through SITEEE (Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam) or valid JEE Main scores. No CAP process is used; SIT conducts its own merit list.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Minimum 45% aggregate.
- Selection stages: SITEEE or JEE Main score submission, merit list release by SIT, online document verification, and fee payment to confirm the seat.
- SET is NOT accepted for B.Tech. SITEEE is held separately.
Law Admission Process (SLAT)
Integrated law programmes (BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB Hons, 5-year) at Symbiosis Law School Pune and Noida require SLAT (Symbiosis Law Admission Test). SLAT is a separate test from SET and SITEEE.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 45% from any stream.
- Selection stages: SLAT, GD-PI at Symbiosis Law School.
- LLB (3-year) and LLM also require separate law entrance processes.
MBBS Admission (Symbiosis Medical College for Women)
MBBS admission is exclusively through NEET UG, followed by MCC counselling for deemed university seats. Candidates must qualify NEET UG and participate in MCC deemed university counselling rounds. Symbiosis Medical College for Women is the sole MBBS-granting institution under SIU.
UG Programmes (SET-Based)
BBA, BA, BCA, B.Sc, Liberal Arts, and Media programmes across SIU constituent institutes admit through SET. SET is held in May. Each programme has a separate institute-level merit list and may require an additional GD-PI round. Eligibility is 10+2 with minimum 45% from the relevant stream.
SIU Placements
Placement outcomes at SIU vary significantly by constituent institute and programme. SIBM Pune MBA represents the strongest placement record. Batch 2026 at SIBM Pune reported the highest offer of INR 74.84 LPA, an average offer of INR 28.18 LPA, and a median of INR 26.04 LPA. A total of 109 companies participated, with 98 Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) issued through summer internships and live projects.
| Institute | Batch | Highest Offer | Average Offer | Median Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIBM Pune (MBA) | 2026 | INR 74.84 LPA | INR 28.18 LPA | INR 26.04 LPA |
Sectors represented in SIBM Pune placements include BFSI, consulting, FMCG, IT and ITES, automotive, healthcare, and manufacturing. Recruiters include top consulting, investment banking, and technology firms. Placement data for SIT Pune B.Tech, Symbiosis Law Schools, and other constituent institutes is published separately by each institute. SIT Pune engineering placements are in the INR 6 to 20 LPA range for CSE and IT graduates based on available batch data.
SIU Rankings
SIU holds top-50 positions in NIRF Overall and University categories. Constituent institutes hold category-specific rankings. SIU also appears in QS World University Rankings.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Overall | 40 (Score: 56.86) | 52 |
| NIRF | University | 24 (Score: 59.16) | - |
| NIRF (SIBM Pune) | Management | 11 | - |
| NIRF (SIT Pune) | Engineering | 46 (Score: 56.22) | - |
| India Today | Deemed Universities | 2 out of 77 | - |
| The Week | Universities | 17 out of 92 | - |
| QS World | Global | 655 (2027 edition) | - |
SIU’s NIRF Overall rank improved by 12 positions from 2024 to 2025, reflecting consistent gains in research output and graduation outcomes. NAAC A++ accreditation (CGPA 3.56/4.0) places SIU among the highest-accredited private deemed universities in India.
SIU Scholarships
SIU and its constituent institutes offer merit-based scholarships for academically strong students and need-based assistance for eligible candidates. Scholarship criteria and quantum vary by institute. All scholarship applications are submitted at the time of admission.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship (SIBM Pune) | High SNAP percentile and academic merit at admission | Partial tuition fee waiver. Amount varies by batch and rank. |
| SIT Pune Merit Scholarship | Strong 10+2 marks and SITEEE or JEE Main performance | Partial tuition fee waiver. Confirmed at admission stage. |
| Need-Based Assistance | Demonstrated financial need, confirmed by institute | Variable. Subject to availability and committee review. |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Top 20th percentile in Class 12. Family income below INR 8,00,000. | INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year from NSP portal. |
Specific scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are published by each constituent institute at the start of each academic cycle. Confirm the current scholarship structure with the relevant Symbiosis institute before applying.
SIU Campus and Infrastructure
SIU’s primary campus is Symbiosis Knowledge Village, a 300-acre integrated campus at Lavale, on the outskirts of Pune, Maharashtra. The Knowledge Village hosts multiple constituent institutes including SIT, Symbiosis Centre for Health Sciences, and several management, law, and design schools.
Infrastructure at the Knowledge Village includes lecture halls, laboratories, a central library, sports facilities, hostels for men and women, a health centre, and a cafeteria. The campus is connected to central Pune by college transport. SIU also operates campuses in Nashik, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Noida, each hosting specific constituent institutes.
SIU has over 300 international collaborations with universities across 29 countries, reflecting its strong international academic network. The university hosts a substantial international student community from SAARC and non-SAARC countries. Research infrastructure supports active PhD programmes across 25 plus disciplines.
SIU vs Manipal Academy of Higher Education vs Amity University Noida
All three are large private deemed universities with multi-discipline portfolios. The comparison below covers parameters most relevant to aspirants choosing between them for management, engineering, or law programmes.
| Parameter | Symbiosis International University | Manipal Academy of Higher Education | Amity University Noida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Pune, Maharashtra | Manipal, Karnataka | Noida, Uttar Pradesh |
| Deemed University Since | 2002 | 1993 | 2005 |
| NAAC Grade | A++ | A++ | A+ |
| NIRF Overall 2025 | #40 (score 56.86) | #5 (score 68.27) | #101 to 150 band |
| Top MBA Institute NIRF | SIBM Pune #11 (Management) | MAHE does not have standalone B-school | Not ranked in top 25 |
| B.Tech Total Fees (CSE) | INR 27,94,000 | INR 18,00,000 (approx) | INR 8,00,000 to 12,00,000 (approx) |
| MBA Flagship Fees | INR 32,13,800 (SIBM Pune) | Not applicable | INR 14,00,000 to 18,00,000 (approx) |
| QS World Rank | #655 (2027) | #250 to 300 (approx, 2027) | Not ranked in QS |
Manipal outranks SIU in NIRF Overall and QS World, driven by stronger research output and a broader science and medicine portfolio. SIU has the most competitive MBA placement record among the three, with SIBM Pune consistently ranked among India’s top 15 B-schools. Amity University competes on fee affordability for engineering and broader accessibility, while SIU and Manipal both charge premium fees that reflect brand, research infrastructure, and placement outcomes. For law and design, SIU’s constituent schools (Symbiosis Law School, Symbiosis School of Design) have stronger standalone rankings than those available at Manipal or Amity.
SIU FAQs
Ques. Is SNAP mandatory for MBA at SIU?
Ans. Yes. SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) is mandatory for all 29 MBA programmes across all 17 Symbiosis institutes. No direct admission is available without a SNAP score. A single SNAP registration covers multiple institutes. Candidates can attempt SNAP up to 3 times in a cycle.
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of SIU Pune?
Ans. Symbiosis International University is ranked #40 in the NIRF Overall category (score 56.86) and #24 in the NIRF University category (score 59.16) for 2025. SIBM Pune is ranked #11 in NIRF Management 2025. Symbiosis Institute of Technology Pune is ranked #46 in NIRF Engineering 2025.
Ques. What is the total MBA fee at SIBM Pune?
Ans. The total MBA fee at SIBM Pune for Finance and Marketing Management is INR 32,13,800 for the 2-year programme. HR Management is INR 30,86,200. Business Analytics is INR 24,52,200. Fees are revised annually. Confirm the latest fee at sibmpune.edu.in before applying.
Ques. What is the average placement package at SIBM Pune?
Ans. SIBM Pune batch 2026 recorded an average placement offer of INR 28.18 LPA, a median of INR 26.04 LPA, and a highest offer of INR 74.84 LPA. Over 109 companies participated, with 98 Pre-Placement Offers issued before the main placement season.
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee at SIT Pune?
Ans. B.Tech fees at Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT Pune) range from INR 23,94,000 for Civil, Mechanical, and Robotics to INR 27,94,000 for CSE, AI and ML, Cyber Security, and Data Science over four years. Electronics and Telecom is INR 26,94,000. Fees are for 2026-27 and are subject to annual revision.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for law at SIU?
Ans. SLAT (Symbiosis Law Admission Test) is the required entrance exam for all 5-year integrated law programmes (BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB Hons) at Symbiosis Law Schools under SIU. SET is NOT accepted for law admission. Candidates then attend a GD-PI round at the Symbiosis Law School of their choice.
Ques. Is NAAC grade A++ for SIU?
Ans. Yes. Symbiosis International University holds NAAC A++ accreditation (Cycle 3) with a CGPA of 3.56 on a 4.0 scale. A++ is the highest NAAC grade and places SIU among the top-accredited private deemed universities in India.
Ques. What SNAP percentile is needed for SIBM Pune MBA?
Ans. SIBM Pune typically shortlists candidates scoring 97 percentile and above in SNAP for the General category. SCMHRD and SIIB Pune generally require 92 to 95 percentile. Other Symbiosis institutes accept 60 to 80 percentile range. These cutoffs vary each year based on the applicant pool.
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Symbiosis International University does not offer BCA + MCA course to the students. There are BCA and MCA courses offered but seperately.
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No, B.Com is not available at Symbiosis International University, Pune.
The admission at SIU for the MBA course is based on SNAP. Check here for MBA Course at SIU.
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For admission to B.tech courses, you need to appear JEE Mains/SITEEE, for M.Tech- GATE/SITEEE-PG and for rest courses you need to qualify for SNAP test and appear for counselling.
Symbiosis International University offers the Bachelor of Computer Application course to the students as a regular mode course only and not in distance mode.
The eligibility criteria of Symbiosis International University BBA is to complete the 10+2 class level board examination from a recognised board and with at least 50% marks in the aggregate.