Symbiosis International University (SIU), situated in Pune, is a private University established in the year 2002.  SIU is ranked 32nd in the University category and 17th in the management category by NIRF, 2022. The university offers various Graduate, Post Graduate, and Diploma level programs. Apart from regular courses, Symbiosis also offers Distance Learning Education. Admission to these courses is done on the basis of entrance tests conducted by the university namely SET for Undergraduate Courses and SNAP for post-graduation courses.

There are 4 Institutes on the campus which are:

  • Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS) – Read more
  • Symbiosis School of Economics (SSE) – Read more
  • Symbiosis College of Nursing (SCON) – Read more
  • Symbiosis Statistical Institute (SSI)

Symbiosis International University Highlights

Official Website https://siu.edu.in/
Type of Programs UG, PG, and Doctorate
Entrance Exam SET and SNAP
Application Mode Online

Symbiosis International University Rankings

Given below are some of the recent achievements of the University from the previous years:

  • Ranked 59th in Overall category and 32nd in University Category by NIRF 2023.
  • Ranked 62nd in Overall category and 32nd in University Category by NIRF 2022.
  • Ranked 17th in Management category by NIRF 2022.
  • Ranked between 501-550 in the World, 11th in India, and 2nd Private Institution in India for Business & Management under Business & Management by QS World University Ranking 2022.
  • Ranked 9th among Law category by NIRF 2021
  • Ranked 20th among Management Institutes in NIRF 2021
  • 38th among Universities by NIRF 2021 
  • Ranked 109 in 2019 QS Ranking

Symbiosis International University Courses

Mentioned below are the courses offered by the university under various specializations:

Course Name Eligibility
B.Sc Intermediate graduate with 50% marks 
BBA
BCA
BFA
B.Tech Intermediate graduate with 45% marks (40% for reserved categories)
BA LL.B
BBA LL.B
MBA Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST)
LL.B
LL.M.
M.Tech

Know more: Symbiosis International University Courses & Fees

Symbiosis International University Admission

Eligible candidates must register for the entrance test required for the desired course. The university accepts the score of national level exams such as JEE Main, GATE, etc. Tabulated below is a brief of course-wise admission procedure followed by the university:

Course Name Acceptable Exam Read more
B.Tech JEE Main Click here
MBA SNAP Click here
M.Tech GATE Click here
  • For courses like BA LL.B & BBA LL.B, the university conducts an entrance test namely SLAT for admission.
  • For BBA, BCA and BA, the university conducts SET at the university level. 

Read more: Symbiosis International University Admission

Symbiosis International University Placements

Placement cells are there in SIU Pune to facilitate the job procedure. 100% Placement is observed in MBA and many courses. Students are prepared for Group Discussions, Personal Interviews, and Written test. Guest lectures and workshops are there to emphasize the growth of the student in the Business world.

No. of Offers 191
Participating companies 85+
Average CTC 16.23 LPA
Highest CTC 28 LPA
New recruiters 48+
No. of Pre-Placement Offers 63

Check: Symbiosis International University Placements

Symbiosis International University Scholarships

The university offers the following scholarships to the deserving and meritorious students: 

  • Merit-Based Scholarships are present and given to those who perform exceptionally well in their academics and there will be up to 20% to 50% concession in tuition fees.
  • Jayatee Deshmukh Scholarship is given to girls under UG programs.
  • Scholarship based on Sports is also there. If a student has participated at intervarsity/ National/ International or state level tournament irrespective of any sports, concession in fees is given.

Faculty and Constituents Institutions

All Departments and Some Constituents Institutions are listed below-

Symbiosis International University FAQs

Ques. Howmany Faculties come under Symbiosis International University?

Ans. 8 Faculties come under Symbiosis International University, they are

  1. Faculty of Law
  2. Faculty of Management
  3. Faculty of Computer Studies
  4. Faculty of Health Sciences
  5. Faculty of Media & Communication
  6. Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
  7. Faculty of Engineering
  8. Faculty of Architecture & Design

Ques. Howmany Symbiosis are there in Pune?

Ans. There are total of 11 Symbiosis in Pune, they are

  1. SIMC In Lavale
  2. SCIT in Hinjewadi
  3. SIBM in Tal Mulshi
  4. SIIB in Hinjewadi
  5. SSSS in Lavale
  6. SCMHRD in Hinjawadi
  7. SIDTM in Lavale
  8. SIHS in Lavale
  9. SICSR in Model Colony
  10. SIU in Lavale
  11. SSBF in Lavale

Ques. Is Symbiosis International University up to the mark?

Ans. Symbiosis International University has been ranked among many Top ranking institutes. The National Institution Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranked Symbiosis 32nd in the University Category and 17th in Management Category in 2022. The institute is also ranked between 501-550 in the World, 11th in India, and 2nd Private Institution in India for Business & Management under Business & Management by QS World University Ranking 2022.

Ques. Which Entrance Exam is accepted in Symbiosis International University?

Ans. Admission in the academic year 2023 is based on different entrance examinations. SNAP, GATE, JEE Mains, SET exams valid scores are acceptable for admission to the University.

Ques. Is the SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test) required for both undergraduate and postgraduate admissions?

Ans. No, SET is only acceptable for admission to UG programs, for PG programs SNAP valid scores are required. 

Ques. What is the Eligibility Criteria for M.Tech program in Symbiosis International University?

Ans. Candidates who have a B.Tech / BE Degree in Relevant Discipline with a Minimum of 50% marks in aggregate are eligible to apply for the program.