International Admissions: Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence 2024
Who is an International Student?
Foreign National: Holding foreign Passports including OCI and PIO cards
Indian national who has completed his/her class 12th studies from international locations.
Disclaimer:
- Candidates applying under foreign national/NRI category shall not be considered for domestic category under any circumstances.
- Foreign passport holders (including PIO/OCI card holders) can not apply under domestic category under any circumstances.
We are recruiting the best and the brightest students for the following undergraduate programs for 2024.
| School of Engineering (SoE) |
School of Humanities & Social Sciences (SoHSS) | School of Natural Sciences (SoNS) |
School of Management & Entrepreneurship (SoME) |
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Admission Process
The admission process for 2024 is as follows:
School of Engineering
Route 1: JEE Mains 2024 or 2023: High performers may be offered direct admissions based on their JEE (Mains) score in 2024 or 2023. The University reserves the right to interview the candidate in case needed.
Route 2: SNUSAT + APT: Please click here for details.
Route 3: College Board SAT + Interview* – Candidates can apply with a valid SAT score.
Route 4: ACT + Interview* - Candidates can apply with a valid ACT score.
Route 5: CUET 2024 + Interview*
School of Natural Sciences
Route 1: JEE Mains 2024 or 2023 + Interview* . For B.Sc (Research) in Biotechnology, NEET 2024 or 2023 can also be used.
Route 2: SNUSAT + Interview: Please click here for details.
Route 3: College Board SAT + Interview* – Candidates can apply with a valid SAT score.
Route 4: ACT + Interview* - Candidates can apply with a valid ACT Score.
Route 5: CUET 2024 + Interview*
School of Management & Entrepreneurship
Route 1: SNUSAT. Please click here for details.
Route 2: College Board SAT - Candidates can apply with a valid SAT score.
Route 3: ACT. Candidates can apply with a valid ACT Score
Route 4: CUET 2024 + Screening Form + Class 12th Marks.
*The University reserves the right to call the candidate for a personal interview, If needed.
School of Humanities & Social Sciences
| B.Sc. (Research) Economics | B.A.(Research) Sociology | B.A (Research) English | B.A (Research) History & Archaeology | B.A.(Research) International Relations | B.Sc. (Research) Economics and Finance | Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) | |
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| Route 1 | SNUSAT | SNUSAT + Interview | SNUSAT + Interview | SNUSAT + Interview | SNUSAT | SNUSAT | UCEED 2024 Score + Interview |
| Route 2 | Valid SAT Score | Valid SAT Score + Interview | Valid SAT Score + Interview | Valid SAT Score + Interview | Valid SAT Score | Valid SAT Score | JEE 2024 (with Paper 2)/NATA + Interview |
| Route 3 | Valid ACT Score | Valid ACT Score + Interview | Valid ACT Score + Interview | Valid ACT Score + Interview | Valid ACT Score | Valid ACT Score | SNUSAT Score + Portfolio + Interview |
| Route 4 | CUET 2024 Score + Interview | CUET 2024 Score + Interview | CUET 2024 Score + Interview | CUET 2024 Score + Interview | Valid SAT Score + Portfolio + Interview |
Please click here for details of the SNUSAT
*Please refer to the general guidelines below:
- The candidates can apply through multiple routes in the same application form
- The SNUSAT will be available in physical mode only, in designated test centers identified by Pearson Vue. Online examinations will be available only for reasons of medical need or significant logistical issues or for students in boarding schools
- Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be conducted online
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed regarding the online interview with their respective department
- The option to apply through CUET and/or NEET would be available after the declaration of results of these National Level Exams
SNUSAT and APT
For 2024, only the School of Engineering will use both SNUSAT and APT. If you are applying to any other School, you do not need to take the APT.
The SNUSAT measures proficiency in a language, the ability to apply the mind to simple problems, data interpretation, and logical and abstract reasoning. The APT tests subject knowledge.
1. SNU Scholastic Aptitude Test (SNUSAT) for 2 hours (Same for all Programs)
| Sections | Duration |
|---|---|
| Verbal reasoning | 30 minutes |
| Quantitative ability | 36 minutes |
| Abstract reasoning | 40 minutes |
| Essay | 15 minutes |
2. Academic Proficiency Test (APT): If you are applying to any program in the School of Engineering, you are required to take two subject tests in Physics and Maths (45 minutes each)
SNUSAT exam has two components: Multiple-choice questions and an essay. There is no negative marking.
SNUSAT Essay must be typed on the computer within the stipulated time.
Note: To understand and be comfortable with the interface used for SNUSAT, please visit the tutorial page: http://www.pearsonvue.com/demo/
Eligibility for Admissions
Below you will find the eligibility criteria for all programs offered by the University. *
| Program | Eligibility Criteria |
| B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering | Aggregate of Physics, Chemistry and Maths must be >=65% |
| B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering | |
| B.Tech. Chemical Engineering | |
| B.Tech. Civil Engineering | |
| B.Tech. Electrical and Computer Engineering | |
| B.Sc. (Research) Biotechnology | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English & Biology) |
| B.Sc. (Research) Chemistry | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English & Chemistry) |
| B.Sc. (Research) Mathematics | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English & Mathematics) |
| B.Sc. (Research) Physics | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English, Mathematics and Physics) |
| B.A. (Research) English | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English) |
| B.A. (Research) History | |
| B.A. (Research) International Relations | |
| B.A. (Research) Sociology | |
| B.Sc. (Research) Economics | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English & Mathematics) |
| Bachelor of Design (B. Des.) | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English) |
| B.Sc. (Research), Economics And Finance | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English & Mathematics) |
| Bachelor of Management Studies | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=65% (must include English) |
* It is important to note that the applicant must have qualified 10+2 as per the criteria of the respective board and must have pass in all subjects mentioned in marksheet.
Scholarships
1. School Topper's Scholarship: 50% waiver on Tuition Fees
Students under this scholarship category will receive a 50% waiver on Tuition Fees for the four year duration of the program, subject to satisfying criteria for continuation of the scholarship.
Eligibility for Topper's Scholarship: - The student must be the topper of the school from which he/she completed Class 12 board, and satisfy the requirements as mentioned in the table below:
| Program | Eligibility for School Topper's Scholarship |
| B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering | Aggregate of Physics, Chemistry and Maths must be >=98% |
| B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering | |
| B.Tech. Chemical Engineering | |
| B.Tech. Civil Engineering | |
| B.Tech. Electrical and Computer Engineering | |
| B.Sc. (Research) Biotechnology | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=95% (must include English & Biology) |
| B.Sc. (Research) Chemistry | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=95% (must include English & Chemistry) |
| B.Sc. (Research) Mathematics | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=95% (must include English & Mathematics) |
| B.Sc. (Research) Physics | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=95% (must include English, Mathematics and Physics) |
| B.A. (Research) English | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=95% (must include English) |
| B.A. (Research) History | |
| B.A. (Research) International Relations | |
| B.A. (Research) Sociology | |
| B.Sc. (Research) Economics | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=95% (must include English & Mathematics) |
| Bachelor of Design (B. Des.) | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=95% (must include English) |
| B.Sc. (Research), Economics And Finance | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=98% (must include English & Mathematics) |
| Bachelor of Management Studies | Aggregate of best 4 academic subjects in the marksheet must be >=98% (must include English) |
The student must provide a letter of recommendation from the Principal of the respective school confirming the satisfaction of eligibility for the School Topper’s Scholarship.
For more details, please contact scholarship@snu.edu.in
2. Merit Based Scholarship: 25% waiver on Tuition Fees
Students with at least 95% marks in Class 12 Board or at least 98 percentiles in JEE Mains or at least 40 in IB Board (without bonus point) or A* in all subjects in Cambridge Board can apply for Merit Based Scholarship, which offers 25% waiver on Tuition Fees for the duration of the program, subject to satisfying criteria for continuation of the scholarship.
Retaining your scholarship:
Students who receive financial aid or scholarship must maintain CGPA 6.5 at the end of every Spring Semester (after consideration of the Summer Semester, if any) to retain their scholarships.
Last date to upload scholarship documents is July 10, 2024
Key Dates For International Admissions 2024
| KEY DATES* (Round 2) | |||||
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| Application Start Date | April 01, 2024 | ||||
| Application Deadline (Round 2) | May 31, 2024 | ||||
We follow a rolling admissions process. Offers for Round 2 will be released as per the schedule below:
Round 2 Schedule for Releasing Offers
| If you have taken the SNUSAT/SAT/ACT/JEE between or by | You will receive your offer letters by | Pay your fees to secure admission by * |
| April 01, 2024 - April 30, 2024 | May 15, 2024 | May 30, 2024 |
| May 01, 2024 - May 31, 2024 | June 15, 2024 | June 30, 2024 |
Disclaimer
*The offer of admission is conditional and subject to fulfilling eligibility criteria and payment of fees by the date mentioned in the offer letter.
The offer of admission will expire if the fee is not paid by the last date mentioned in your offer letter. However, the university reserves the right to reconsider your application after the last date of fee payment only if seats are available in the preferred program.
International Admissions Fee Structure 2024
You will find below the fees for 2024. The university also offers scholarships and financial aid for deserving and meritorious students.
Please explore our “Financial aid and Scholarships” page for more information.
One-time fee payments
| Applicable Entrance Fee: | INR 2500 |
| Admission Fee: | INR 60,000 (Payable one time, non-refundable) |
| Refundable Security Deposit: | INR 30,000 (payable one time and refundable at the time of leaving the university) |
Annual Tuition Fees and Living Expenses for First Year batch of 2024
| Program | Tuition Fee (INR) | Living Charges (INR) | Total (INR) |
| B.Tech. Computer Science & Engineering | 5,00,000 | 2,00,000 | 7,00,000 |
| B.Tech. Mechanical Engineering | 3,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 5,50,000 |
| B.Tech. Chemical Engineering | 3,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 5,50,000 |
| B.Tech. Civil Engineering | 3,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 5,50,000 |
| B.Tech. Electrical and Computer Engineering | 3,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 5,50,000 |
| B.Sc. (Research) Economics And Finance | 5,00,000 | 2,00,000 | 7,00,000 |
| Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) | 5,00,000 | 2,00,000 | 7,00,000 |
| B.Sc. (Research) Biotechnology | 2,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,50,000 |
| B.Sc. (Research) Chemistry | 2,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,50,000 |
| B.Sc. (Research) Mathematics | 2,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,50,000 |
| B.Sc. (Research) Physics | 2,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,50,000 |
| B.A. (Research) English | 2,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,50,000 |
| B.A. (Research) History | 2,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,50,000 |
| B.A. (Research) International Relations | 2,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,50,000 |
| B.A. (Research) Sociology | 2,50,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,50,000 |
| B.Sc. (Research) Economics | 5,00,000 | 2,00,000 | 7,00,000 |
| Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) | 5,00,000 | 2,00,000 | 7,00,000 |
1: Tuition Fee and living charges will be revised annually by upto 8%
2: The living charges is inclusive of Hostel fee , mess charges , laundry charges and covers access to 24*7 primary medical services. The hostel fee considered is for twin sharing non-AC rooms. Any other type of accommodation, including AC or single rooms will be charged additionally.