SRM University Amaravathi: Admission 2026, Fees, Courses, Cutoff, Ranking, Placement

SRM University-AP Admission Dates 2026

SRM University-AP follows a rolling admissions model for the 2026-27 session, with applications accepted through SRMAT (SRM Aptitude Test), JEE Main scores, and AP EAPCET for state quota seats. Multiple SRMAT rounds are conducted online throughout the year, making the process accessible to candidates from across India.

The table below lists the entrance exams accepted and the counselling route for each programme family at SRM University-AP.

SRM University-AP Courses and Fees

SRM University-AP offers over 100 programmes across engineering, liberal arts, business, science, and research through six schools: School of Engineering and Sciences, Easwari School of Liberal Arts, Paari School of Business, AI Technology Institute (AiTI), Quantum Technology Institute (QuTI), and its research division. The table below covers key programme families and total fees for general category students.

Hostel accommodation is available for both boys and girls at INR 1.05 to 2.05 Lakhs per year depending on room type. A B.Tech + M.Tech integrated programme in CSE is also available, with a total fee of approximately INR 15.20 Lakhs over 5 years.

SRM University-AP Admission Process

B.Tech

B.Tech admission at SRM University-AP uses SRMAT (online aptitude test), JEE Main scores, or AP EAPCET scores for state quota seats. Eligibility requires 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry, Biology, or Computer Science, with a minimum of 50% aggregate. SRMAT is conducted online multiple times a year and can be taken from any location.

The selection process: SRMAT registration and exam (or JEE Main/AP EAPCET score submission), merit-based shortlisting, offer letter, fee payment, and online reporting. No separate interview or group discussion is required for B.Tech. International students and NRI candidates have dedicated application pathways through the university’s international admissions office.

Liberal Arts, Business, and Science

BA, B.Sc, BBA, and B.Com admissions are based on Class 12 merit or SRMAT scores. Eligibility varies by programme but generally requires 10+2 with 50% aggregate in relevant subjects. Direct application through the university portal is the primary route.

MBA

MBA admission requires a bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% aggregate and a valid CAT, XAT, MAT, or SRMAT PG score. Shortlisted candidates attend a Group Discussion and Personal Interview. The integrated five-school structure allows MBA students to access faculty from engineering, data science, and liberal arts schools for interdisciplinary coursework.

M.Tech and PhD

M.Tech admission requires a B.Tech/BE with minimum 55% aggregate and a valid GATE score or SRMAT PG score. PhD admissions are through a research entrance test or valid UGC-NET/GATE scores, followed by a research proposal presentation. The university runs active PhD programmes across science, engineering, and social science disciplines.

SRM University-AP Placements

SRM University-AP’s Career Services Centre has been active since the university’s early batches. In placements 2025, the highest package was INR 40 LPA, with 727 students placed across programmes. The university’s emphasis on tech-forward curriculum areas such as AI, cloud computing, and data science has attracted IT sector and semiconductor recruiters.

Top recruiters in recent placement seasons have included IBM, Oracle, AMD, Optum, Barclays, Samsung, PayPal, and Amazon. The university’s industry connect is strengthened through Centers of Excellence in AI, quantum computing, and semiconductor technologies, all in partnership with industry partners.

The university’s small batch size (2,200+ total students) results in high per-student faculty and industry attention. SRM Group’s alumni network, established through the parent institution, provides an added professional channel for newer SRM AP graduates.

SRM University-AP Rankings

As a university established in 2017, SRM University-AP is at an early stage in its ranking lifecycle. In 2025, the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) named SRM University-AP the #1 New-Age Emerging University under the Private University category. This recognises the university’s growth trajectory among recently established private universities.

SRM University-AP holds NAAC A+ accreditation. As a newer institution, it does not yet appear in NIRF Engineering, NIRF University, The Week, or India Today rankings, all of which consider multi-year institutional data in their evaluation methodology.

SRM University-AP Scholarships

SRM University-AP offers merit-based and need-based scholarship support to admitted students. Scholarships are available for high scorers in SRMAT, JEE Main, and AP EAPCET, as well as for sports quota and differently-abled candidates.

Specific scholarship slabs are disclosed during the admission offer stage. Candidates are advised to contact the admissions office at srmap.edu.in or call 080-6988-6999 to confirm current scholarship amounts before fee payment.

SRM University-AP Campus and Infrastructure

SRM University-AP is a fully residential campus spread across 100 acres in Neerukonda, Amaravati, on the outskirts of Amaravati — Andhra Pradesh’s new capital region. The campus is designed as an integrated live-learn-research environment with separate hostels for boys and girls.

Academic infrastructure includes state-of-the-art laboratories for each department, a central library, and dedicated research centres. Specialised Institutes on campus include the AI Technology Institute (AiTI) and the Quantum Technology Institute (QuTI), both focused on frontier research areas. Industry-linked Centers of Excellence support the AI, quantum computing, and semiconductor curricula.

Hostel accommodation is available for all students, with annual hostel fees ranging from INR 1.05 Lakhs to INR 2.05 Lakhs depending on room category. The campus includes a sports complex, health centre, cafeteria, and banking facilities.

SRM University-AP vs VIT-AP vs GITAM University

Andhra Pradesh aspirants looking at private residential universities frequently compare SRM University-AP with VIT-AP (Vellore Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati) and GITAM University (Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management, Visakhapatnam). All three serve the same applicant pool — engineering and liberal arts aspirants from AP and Telangana looking at private deemed universities.

SRM University-AP and VIT-AP are directly comparable as both are new-age campuses in the Amaravati region established in 2017. GITAM brings a longer track record and a stronger NIRF University ranking. SRM AP’s strength lies in its AI and quantum technology institutes and the SRM Group’s industry partnerships. Final choice typically hinges on programme preference, scholarship offer, and hostel quality.