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Symbiosis International University (SIU) is a private deemed-to-be university established in 1971, located in Pune, Maharashtra. It is categorised as a UGC Category-I institution and holds NAAC A++ Grade (Cycle 3, CGPA 3.56 out of 4.0). SIU operates through multiple constituent institutes spanning management, engineering, medicine, law, design, media, and social sciences.
As per NIRF 2025, Symbiosis International University is ranked 40th overall and 24th in the University category. SIBM Pune, its flagship management school, is ranked 11th in the Management category by NIRF 2025.
The main campus spans 300 acres at Lavale Village, Pune. SIU also operates campuses in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Nashik, Noida, and Nagpur. Across all campuses, the university offers over 311 programmes across 25-plus constituent institutes.
- Management: MBA (29 programmes across 17 institutes including SIBM Pune, SCMHRD Pune, SIIB Pune, SIOM Nashik), BBA, Executive MBA, MBA (HR, Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics, Rural Management, Tourism)
- Engineering: B.Tech (CSE, AI and ML, CSE-Cyber Security, CSE-Data Science, ECE, Civil, Mechanical, Robotics and AI, Robotics and Automation) and M.Tech (across multiple specialisations) at Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT)
- Medicine: MBBS and nursing programmes at Symbiosis Medical College for Women
- Law: Integrated 5-year law degrees (BA-LLB, BBA-LLB, BCom-LLB), standalone LLB, and LLM at Symbiosis Law Schools
- Design: B.Des (Animation, Fashion, Game Design, Industrial Design, UX Design, Visual Communication, and more) and M.Des at Symbiosis Institute of Design
- Liberal Arts, Media, and Sciences: BA, B.Sc (multiple disciplines), Mass Communication, Journalism, Economics, and Social Sciences programmes
The total fees for MBBS at SIU is INR 50,70,000 for five years. Integrated Law fees are INR 39,76,000. B.Des fees are INR 31,64,800. B.Tech (CSE/AI-ML) fees are INR 27,94,000. MBA (Finance and Marketing) at SIBM Pune is INR 32,13,800 for two years.
SIBM Pune, the flagship management school, reported 100% placement for the 2025 batch, with an average of INR 28.83 LPA, a median of INR 26.04 LPA, and the highest offer at INR 74.84 LPA.
SIU Admission Dates 2026
SIU follows a multi-exam admission model where each programme stream uses a distinct entrance test. UG admissions (SET 2026) and B.Tech admissions (SITEEE 2026) are in progress at institute level for the 2026-27 batch. MBA admissions for the 2027-29 batch (SNAP 2026) are underway, with exams in December 2026.
| Event | Exam / Portal | Status (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| SET 2026 (UG programmes) | set-test.org | Concluded (May 2026). Institute admissions in progress. |
| SITEEE 2026 (B.Tech at SIT) | set-test.org | Concluded (May 2026). Institute admissions in progress. |
| SLAT 2026 (Integrated Law) | set-test.org | Concluded for 2026-27 batch |
| NEET UG 2026 (MBBS) | MCC counselling portal | NEET result declared July 2026. MCC counselling ongoing. |
| SNAP 2026 Registration (MBA 2027-29) | snaptest.org | Open (opened August 1, 2026). Closes November 20, 2026. |
Below are the tentative SNAP 2026 dates for MBA admission to the 2027-29 batch across all Symbiosis institutes.
| SNAP 2026 Event | Tentative Date | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| SNAP 2026 Registration Opens | August 1, 2026 | Online at snaptest.org |
| SNAP 2026 Registration Closes | November 20, 2026 | Online |
| SNAP Test 01 | December 6, 2026 | Computer-Based |
| SNAP Test 02 | December 14, 2026 | Computer-Based |
| SNAP Test 03 | December 20, 2026 | Computer-Based |
| SNAP 2026 Result | January 9, 2027 | Online |
SIU Courses and Fees
SIU offers over 311 programmes across 25-plus constituent institutes. Fees are uniform for all admitted students in each programme and are revised annually by SIU. Below are the headline fees for 2026-27.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS (Symbiosis Medical College for Women) | 5 years | 10+2 PCB + NEET UG | INR 50,70,000 |
| Integrated Law (BA/BBA/BCom + LLB, 5-year) | 5 years | 10+2 any stream + SLAT | INR 39,76,000 |
| B.Des (Animation, Fashion, UX, Game Design, and more) | 4 years | 10+2 any stream + SET | INR 31,64,800 |
| MBA (Finance / Marketing at SIBM Pune) | 2 years | Graduation 50% + SNAP | INR 32,13,800 |
| MBA (HR at SIBM Pune) | 2 years | Graduation 50% + SNAP | INR 30,86,200 |
| MBA (Business Analytics) | 2 years | Graduation 50% + SNAP | INR 24,52,200 |
| MBA Executive | 2 years | Graduation + work experience + SNAP | INR 13,83,000 |
| MBA (base, SIMS) | 2 years | Graduation 50% + SNAP | INR 3,70,000 |
| B.Tech (CSE, AI and ML, CSE-Cyber Security, CSE-Data Science) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + SITEEE or JEE Main | INR 27,94,000 |
| B.Tech (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + SITEEE or JEE Main | INR 26,94,000 |
| B.Tech (Civil, Mechanical, Robotics and AI, Robotics and Automation) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + SITEEE or JEE Main | INR 23,94,000 |
| LLM (standalone) | 1 year | LLB or equivalent | INR 5,91,200 |
MBA fees across SIU’s 17 institutes range from INR 3,70,000 (base MBA at SIMS) to INR 32,13,800 (SIBM Pune Finance and Marketing), an 8x spread within the same university. Year 1 fees across most programmes include a one-time institutional charge of INR 40,000, making them higher than subsequent year fees.
SIU Admission Process
MBA (All Symbiosis Institutes)
All 29 MBA programmes across 17 SIU institutes require a valid SNAP score. SNAP is conducted up to three times per cycle. The best percentile is submitted to each institute separately.
- Eligibility: Graduation with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST). Minimum age 21 years.
- Entrance: SNAP is mandatory. A separate SNAP registration (INR 2,250) and a per-institute programme registration (INR 1,000 each) are required.
- Selection process: SNAP test, institute shortlisting, Group Exercise (GE), Written Ability Test (WAT), and Personal Interview (PI). Final merit = SNAP performance + GE-PIWAT composite.
- SIBM Pune and SCMHRD have the highest SNAP percentile cutoffs among SIU institutes. Each institute publishes its own cutoff independently.
B.Tech (Symbiosis Institute of Technology)
B.Tech admissions at SIT Pune use SITEEE (Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam) or a valid JEE Main score. SET is not accepted for engineering.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, minimum 45% aggregate
- Entrance: SITEEE or JEE Main score (both accepted)
- Selection: SITEEE / JEE Main score, followed by Personal Interview at SIT Pune
UG Programmes (BA, BBA, B.Sc, B.Com, Mass Communication)
UG programme admissions use SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test), a single common entrance test for most non-engineering UG programmes. SET 2026 was conducted on May 2 and 10, 2026, with results declared May 20, 2026. Institute-level admissions are in progress.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST)
- Entrance: SET score submitted to the chosen Symbiosis institute
- Selection: SET score + institute-level Personal Interview (select programmes)
Integrated Law (Symbiosis Law School)
The 5-year integrated BA-LLB, BBA-LLB, and BCom-LLB programmes use SLAT (Symbiosis Law Admission Test). Final selection carries 70% SLAT written score and 30% Personal Interview weight.
- Eligibility: 10+2 from any stream with minimum 45% aggregate
- Entrance: SLAT (separate registration on set-test.org)
- Top 3 SLAT rankers receive a 50% academic fee scholarship. Ranks 6 to 8 receive 25% scholarship.
MBBS (Symbiosis Medical College for Women)
MBBS admission is through NEET UG score and MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) allotment for deemed university seats. Only female candidates are eligible.
SIU Placements
SIBM Pune, SIU’s flagship management school, reported 100% placement for the 2025 batch. The highest offer stood at INR 74.84 LPA, the average was INR 28.83 LPA, and the median was INR 26.04 LPA. A total of 109 recruiters participated in the 2025 placement season.
| Parameter | SIBM Pune 2025 Placements |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | 100% |
| Highest Package | INR 74.84 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 28.83 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 26.04 LPA |
| Recruiters Participated | 109 companies |
The 2025 batch saw strong sector diversity. Automotive and Manufacturing accounted for 29% of placements, BFSI 19%, FMCG 15%, and Consulting 12%. Top recruiters include Deloitte, Ernst and Young, Tata Motors, Procter and Gamble, ICICI Bank, and Amazon. SIT Pune (B.Tech) and other SIU constituent institutes also conduct their own campus placement drives separately through the Central Placement Office.
SIU Rankings
As per NIRF 2025, SIU is ranked 40th overall, 24th among Universities, and 11th in the Management category. It holds NAAC A++ Grade (Cycle 3, CGPA 3.56) and is a UGC Category-I institution.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Overall | 40 | 52 |
| NIRF | Universities | 24 | 31 |
| NIRF | Management | 11 | 13 |
| QS Asia | Universities | 351 to 400 band | 351 to 400 band |
| Times Higher Education (THE) | World University Rankings | 801 to 1000 band | 801 to 1000 band |
SIU Scholarships
SIU offers merit-based scholarships at both the university and programme level. Top academic performers within each programme batch are rewarded through semester scholarships. Law students competing through SLAT have additional scholarship opportunities tied to merit list rank.
| Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Merit Scholarship | Top 4 students per semester per batch (UG and PG programmes) | Merit-based fee concession |
| SLAT Topper Scholarship | Ranks 1 to 3 in SLAT first merit list (Symbiosis Law School) | 50% of academic fees |
| SLAT Merit Scholarship | Ranks 6 to 8 in SLAT first merit list (Symbiosis Law School) | 25% of academic fees |
Scholarship criteria are subject to annual revision. Detailed and updated scholarship information is available at the official SIU admissions portal at siu.edu.in/admissions/scholarship.
SIU Campus and Infrastructure
Symbiosis International University’s main campus is spread across 300 acres at Lavale Village, near Pune. The campus houses constituent institutes for management, engineering, law, design, media, health sciences, and social sciences in a single integrated campus environment.
SIU operates campuses across six cities: Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Nashik, Noida, and Nagpur. Key infrastructure at the Lavale campus includes:
- Dedicated institute buildings for each of the 25-plus constituent institutes
- Symbiosis Medical College and Hospital, a full-service hospital supporting the MBBS programme
- Symbiosis Institute of Design studios and fabrication labs for the 10 B.Des disciplines
- SIT engineering labs with computing centres, robotics labs, and electronics workshops
- Symbiosis Law School courtrooms and moot court facilities
- Central library, sports complex, hostels, and student activity centres
The campus is designed as a self-contained academic township. Lavale is approximately 25 km from Pune city centre and 15 km from Hinjewadi IT Park, giving students proximity to Maharashtra’s largest tech employer cluster. SIU maintains two campuses in Pune (Lavale and a second city campus) alongside its out-of-state campuses.
SIU vs Manipal Academy of Higher Education vs Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Symbiosis International University, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), and Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham are three of India’s leading private deemed-to-be universities, each NIRF-ranked in the top 50 and offering multi-discipline programmes across engineering, management, medicine, law, and sciences. Aspirants considering private deemed universities often compare these three.
| Parameter | SIU Pune | MAHE Manipal | Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Lavale, Pune (+ 5 other cities) | Manipal, Karnataka (+ multiple campuses) | Coimbatore (+ Kochi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Faridabad) |
| Established | 1971 | 1953 | 2003 (deemed status) |
| NAAC Grade | A++ (CGPA 3.56) | A++ (CGPA 3.64) | A++ (CGPA 3.72) |
| NIRF 2025 Overall | 40 | 6 | 9 |
| NIRF 2025 Management | 11 | Not in top-15 | Not in top-15 |
| Flagship | SIBM Pune (MBA) | Manipal College of Medical Sciences (MBBS, MD) | Engineering and Computer Science |
| B.Tech CSE Fees | INR 27,94,000 | Comparable range | Comparable range |
| MBA Fees (flagship) | INR 32,13,800 (SIBM Pune) | Comparable (TAPMI) | Limited MBA focus |
SIU leads this group in management education. SIBM Pune holds NIRF Management rank 11 and the batch placement profile is among the strongest in private deemed universities. MAHE Manipal leads in medical education and overall NIRF rank, reflecting its broader research output and international partnerships. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is stronger in engineering and computer science research, with a CGPA of 3.72, the highest NAAC CGPA among the three.
SIU FAQs
Ques. What is the NAAC grade of Symbiosis International University?
Ans. Symbiosis International University holds NAAC A++ Grade with a CGPA of 3.56 out of 4.0 (Cycle 3). SIU is a UGC Category-I institution and is ranked 40th overall and 24th in the University category by NIRF 2025.
Ques. Is SNAP mandatory for all MBA programmes at SIU?
Ans. Yes. SNAP is mandatory for all 29 MBA programmes across 17 Symbiosis institutes. Candidates may attempt SNAP up to 3 times per cycle and the best percentile is used. Each Symbiosis institute programme requires separate registration (INR 1,000 per programme) on snaptest.org.
Ques. What are the MBA fees at SIBM Pune?
Ans. The total MBA fee at SIBM Pune is INR 32,13,800 for two years (Finance and Marketing Management). MBA (Human Resource Management) fees are INR 30,86,200. These are among the highest MBA fees within SIU. Other Symbiosis institutes such as SIMS offer MBA starting at INR 3,70,000 for two years.
Ques. What is SIBM Pune’s average placement package?
Ans. SIBM Pune recorded 100% placement for the 2025 batch. The average package was INR 28.83 LPA, the median was INR 26.04 LPA, and the highest offer was INR 74.84 LPA. A total of 109 companies participated in the 2025 placement season, spanning Automotive, BFSI, FMCG, Consulting, and IT sectors.
Ques. What entrance exam is accepted for B.Tech admission at SIU?
Ans. B.Tech admission at Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT) Pune accepts either SITEEE (Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam) or a valid JEE Main score. SET is not accepted for engineering programmes. Candidates need a minimum 45% in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Ques. Does SIU have a campus outside Pune?
Ans. Yes. Symbiosis International University operates campuses in six cities: Pune (main campus, Lavale), Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Nashik, Noida, and Nagpur. Different constituent institutes are located at different campuses. Candidates should check which campus and institute they are applying to when registering for SET, SNAP, or SLAT.
Ques. What scholarships does SIU offer?
Ans. SIU offers a Semester Merit Scholarship for the top 4 students per semester per batch in each UG and PG programme. For law programmes, SLAT toppers (ranks 1 to 3) receive a 50% waiver on academic fees. SLAT merit list holders (ranks 6 to 8) receive a 25% waiver. Scholarship details are available at siu.edu.in/admissions/scholarship.
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You must have graduated with a bachelor's degree in any discipline obtained through the 10+2+3 system or an equivalent qualification with a minimum aggregate of 50% or equivalent CGPA of any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India. A Relaxation of 5% aggregate is there for SC/ST candidates. The fee per year for the PG diploma in Hospital and Healthcare is INR 44,000.
Admission to BBA and BA (Visual Arts & Photography and Liberal Arts) will be open for candidates having passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Whereas, BBA IT, BCA, and B.Des programs are offered to candidates having passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board/ Govt. approved Diploma with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Final Selection to BBA, BA (Mass Communication and Liberal Arts) will be based on SET Entrance Test Score
You can check out the page SIU Pune Courses & fees to know more on the courses and their details.
Yes, there are various companies that offers the job to the diploma holder students.
Symbiosis International University does not offer BCA + MCA course to the students. There are BCA and MCA courses offered but seperately.
Mentioned below are the details of Symbiosis International University MBA:
Yes, you can do BCA in Symbiosis International University without having Mathematics in the 10+2 class. The total fee of the BCA course is INR 4.75 lacs.
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.
The total fee ranges between INR 16,500 to 5.9 depending upon the course. Check here for Symbiosis International University - [SIU], Pune - Course & Fees Details
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.