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Which branch is best in Sastra University?
SASTRA University is best known for its Biotechnology course. It provides the best facilities for Biotechnology in Asia. But only opt for this course if you are genuinely interested in the subject. As the course work requires a good amount of research and it will take some time to get a job with good pay.
If you want good salary packages after your graduation, then choosing CSE/IT will be best. There are many core companies visiting the campus for these branches. If you want to pursue higher studies abroad, you will have good opportunities too.
Electrical branches are not that great at SASTRA. It’s best not to opt for these branches. Also, core branches like Civil and Mechanical offer fewer opportunities for core placements.
How good is it to study Aerospace Engineering at SASTRA University?
Aerospace Engineering is among the newly established branches at SASTRA University. It has good infrastructural facilities with well-equipped labs. Aerodynamics (low and high speed) lab, Gas dynamics lab, Structures, and Propulsion lab are some of the laboratory facilities available.
The faculty base of the Aerospace department is quite good. The faculty members have M.Tech and PhDs from reputed institutes of India. The department is growing fast in teaching as well as research and consultancy.
Students from this department got placed in organizations like Rolls Royce, Lockheed Martin, ISRO, DRDO. Many students are also pursuing higher studies in IITs and abroad.
The Aerospace department of SASTRA has also engaged in collaborative research with CSIR, DRDO, ISRO, etc. So, if you are interested in joining SASTRA University for a degree in Aerospace Engineering, you should go for it.
What are the scholarships given at SASTRA university?
According to the information I got from the website, there are 2 types of scholarships provided by SASTRA University.
Hostel Scholarships:
Students availing this scholarship should meet a certain criteria.
- They should not have paid the fine for mess facilities.
- Hostel attendance should be perfect.
- Indiscipline action should not be done by the student in the hostel.
- They should have a minimum of 90% class attendance.
If you meet the above criteria and have and maintain a good CGPA, you will be offered a scholarship of INR 16,000. This reimburses the Mess Fee for a year.
Dean’s List Merit Scholarship for Top Scorers in University Examinations:
There are two levels in obtaining this.
- If you are in the top 2-3% in the university, you will be offered two-fifths of a semester fees.
- If you are in the top 3-10% in the university, you will be offered one-fifth of a semester fees.
Therefore, SASTRA University is known to have helped students who face financial difficulties. They will help you complete your studies in extreme cases. If you are a good student with a decent GPA and conduct you will be assured a proper graduation.
Which is the best hostel at SASTRA University?
PV Paramandra Vihar Hostel is the best at SASTRA University. A few of my friends stayed in PV. According to them, the facilities offered at the hostel are good. There are no water problems. Although at other hostels, you will face this problem from time to time.
At PV, the hostel fees are also quite less. There is good ventilation. So, even if there is a power cut, you can sleep well. The only problem is the mess. It is situated on the ground floor and there are only two staircases. During rainy seasons, it gets a bit difficult to reach the mess.
How is Mechanical Engineering at Sastra University?
One of my friends studied at SASTRA University. According to him, Mechanical engineering is pretty good when placements are considered.
- The overall academics and curriculum are average.
- The faculty are highly experienced but are very few in number.
- Students interested in Research are provided appropriate guidance and backup for it.
- Intra and Inter-departmental technical festivals also are conducted.
- Mechanical Engineering students have their labs dedicated to their department.
- Students take part in events conducted by SAE which make a real good addition to your resume.
| Categories | Mechanical Engineering at SASTRA University |
| Course Fee | 6.20 lakh |
| Placement Percentage | 90% |
| Highest CTC | 15 LPA |
| Average CTC | 6 LPA |
| Lowest CTC | 3.5 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | PayPal, Mu Sigma, TCS, L&T, etc. |
Though ECE is said to be the most sought after department in SASTRA University, when placements, faculty and course curriculum is considered. But Mechanical also does not lag behind.
How good is CSE in SASTRA University?
SASTRA University is well-known for its computing branches, i.e. CSE, IT, ICT. These branches offer great salary packages and placement opportunities. In the 2021 placement drive, the highest CTC offered was 58 LPA. If you are passionate about coding and programming then it is a great place for you.
The curriculum is updated every now and then and you will have good opportunities to explore the IT Software sector. You can even get into MNCs, with a little bit of effort.
Can I get a desired branch in SASTRA University with an inter score of 982/1000 in Telangana board and JEE-Mains mains score 93?
Depends on which course you are applying to. You may not get ECE or CSE with your rank. Since the cutoff remains over 985 for these branches. However, there are many other good branches available like EEE, EIE, IT, ICT, etc. Also, the cutoff mentioned before is for SASTRA main campus only.
There is another campus of SASTRA in Kumbhakonam. You can get branches like ECE, CSE there with your rank.
I have got 107 marks in the JEE Main and a 964/1000 in the Telangana board. Can I expect an EEE seat at SASTRA University at Thanjavur?
The required cutoff for SASTRA University varies each year. It’s best if you attend all the counseling. Take any branch that you are getting admission into. After the first year, if you have the required CGPA, you can apply for branch sliding. You will need a CGPA of over 7.5 in order to be eligible for branch change. However, to get popular branches like ECE/EEE/CSE you will need a CGPA of around 8-9.
I got 96 marks in the mains and 95.3% in Telangana board. Can I get seat in Sastra University?
With your marks, it’s difficult to get the most preferred branches at SASTRA University. You won’t be able to get CSE, IT-related branches, or any integrated 5-year courses.
Also, SASTRA University doesn’t have any management quota. But there is an NRI quota. For this quota, the cutoff is less. However, in order to be eligible for the quota, you should have a close relative who lives in a foreign country.
What is unique at SASTRA University?
Dedicating faculties and a great placement record are the reasons why SASTRA stands out. In 2021 placement drive students at the university received 2300 job offers. The university collaborated with 70 companies for the placement drive. More than 500 students got multiple job offers. Major recruiters at the placement drive were IBM, Paypal, CISCO, etc. The highest CTC offered at the university this year was 27 LPA.
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