Shiv Nadar University Chennai UG Admissions 2025: Key Details and Important Dates

Shiv Nadar University Chennai (SNU Chennai) is a leading institution known for its commitment to academic excellence, research, and innovation. It operates independently from its counterpart in Noida, with distinct admission criteria and processes. For the 2025 undergraduate admissions, SNU Chennai will conduct the Shiv Nadar University Chennai Entrance Examination (SNUCEE), a mandatory entrance test for most applicants.

For students aspiring to pursue a career in Engineering, Commerce, or Economics, SNU Chennai offers a range of undergraduate programs with a merit-based selection process.

Undergraduate Programs Offered
SNU Chennai provides high-quality education through its three schools:

School of Engineering • B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science - 120 seats
• B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering (IoT) - 120 seats
• B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering (Cyber Security) - 60 seats

School of Commerce • Bachelor of Commerce (Professional Accounting) - 60 seats
• B.Com / B.Com (Honors) - 60 seats

School of Science & Humanities • B.Sc. Economics (Data Science) - 60 seats

Admission Process for 2025
Admissions to SNU Chennai are purely merit-based and involve multiple evaluation parameters:

Step 1: Register and apply online.
Step 2: Fill in the required details and pay the SNUCEE application fee.
Step 3: Choose a date and slot for the entrance exam.
Step 4: Appear for the Shiv Nadar University Chennai Entrance Examination (SNUCEE).
Step 5: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview.
Step 6: Final merit list will be released based on SNUCEE scores, 12th-grade marks, and interview performance.

While a few seats are reserved for students with a JEE Main percentile of 90 or above, such candidates will be called directly for an interview for B.Tech programs. However, all other admissions will be based on the SNUCEE performance.

Key Eligibility Criteria
• Minimum 60% aggregate in 10th standard board exams is required to apply.
• Only students securing a minimum of 75% aggregate in 12th standard board exams will be considered for the interview/admissions stage.
• B.Tech applicants must have studied Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry in 12th standard.
• B.Com / B.Com (Professional Accounting) applicants should have studied at least one of these subjects: Commerce, Accountancy, Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science.
• B.Sc Economics (Data Science) applicants should have studied at least one of these subjects: Economics, Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science.

SNUCEE Exam Details
The SNUCEE entrance exam is a two-hour test with two sections: • Part A: Aptitude Test
• Part B: Subject Matter Test
The exam will be scored out of 100 marks, and negative marking applies for incorrect answers.

SNUCEE 2025 Weightage for Engineering Programs:
• Mathematics - 40%
• Chemistry - 30%
• Physics - 30%

Weightage for Commerce & Economics Programs:
• Group A (40%) - Choose one among Accountancy, Economics, or Physics.
• Group B (30% each) - Choose two among Mathematics, Commerce, Computer Science, and General Studies.

Important Dates for SNUCEE 2025
The entrance exam will be conducted in six phases at various centers:

Phase 1: April 12, 2025 (Application closed)
Phase 2: April 19, 2025 (Last date to apply: April 6, 2025)
Phase 3: April 26, 2025 (Last date to apply: April 13, 2025)
Phase 4: May 10, 2025 (Last date to apply: April 27, 2025)
Phase 5: May 12, 2025 (Last date to apply: April 29, 2025)
Phase 6: May 24, 2025 (Last date to apply: May 11, 2025)

Exam Centers for Phase 2: Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Trivandrum
Exam Centers for Phase 5: Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Delhi
Other phases: Conducted exclusively in Chennai.

Candidates must select their exam center, date, and slot immediately after paying the application fee. The SNUCEE hall ticket will be available for download at least 48 hours before the exam date.

Fee Structure
Tuition Fees: • B.Tech: Rs. 3.5 LPA
• B.Com / B.Com (PA) / B.Sc Economics: Rs. 2.5 LPA

Hostel Fees: The university provides both AC and non-AC accommodation options in single and shared formats. Fees range from Rs. 82,000 to Rs. 2,35,000 per year, depending on the chosen room type.

Why Choose Shiv Nadar University Chennai?
Shiv Nadar University Chennai is built on a strong foundation of interdisciplinary education, innovation, and industry-aligned learning. The university offers a modern campus with world-class infrastructure, distinguished faculty, and strong placement opportunities. With an emphasis on data science, AI, and emerging technologies, SNU Chennai prepares students for the future job market.

Apply Now
Students aspiring to join SNU Chennai can apply online and secure their slot for SNUCEE. For detailed information on eligibility, courses, and application procedures, refer to the official admission brochure: SNU Chennai Admissions 2025 Brochure.

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