Questions Students
and Parents Actually Ask

Sricity International University (SIU) is a Work-Study Dual Model Education System where students graduate with 2+ years of real-world experience. Curriculum is co-designed with help of Industry Partners and taught by a mix of Professors of Practice, Industry Partners and Regular Faculty. Internship is mandatory and integral to the curriculum. Students get paid a monthly stipend of ₹10,000+ during the internship period. SIU's Work-Study program is intense, with an academic year of 46 weeks compared to 30 weeks at normal universities.

Our purpose is to bridge the long-standing gap between higher education and industry expectations in India. Our mission is to deliver outcome-focused, application-led education that produces job-ready, entrepreneurial and ethically grounded graduates. Our vision is to be India's most respected industry-integrated university.

SIU is established under the AP State Private University Act by a diverse group of technocrats, entrepreneurs and philanthropists who have been part of leading institutions such as IIIT Hyderabad, IIIT Sri City, ISB, Krea University and PHFI.

SIU is not owned by an individual or family. It is established by a group of philanthropists and education leaders who have built and led some of India's most respected higher education institutions.

Yes. SIU is established under the Andhra Pradesh State Private Universities Act and complies with State, UGC and AICTE requirements. Degrees awarded are valid for higher studies, government jobs and private sector employment in India and abroad.

Students graduate with a degree and 2+ years of real-world experience. Internships are mandatory. Students receive stipends of ₹10,000+ per month. Curriculum is co-designed with industry partners. The academic year is 46 weeks compared to 30 weeks in traditional universities.

Industry Partners include manufacturing companies, product development firms, digital media companies and BPO organizations. They offer paid internships, help co-design curriculum and provide adjunct faculty.

Yes. At SIU, internships are mandatory for all programs of study.

Many internships are at Sri City-based industries and companies, but opportunities also exist in Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

Students interning at Sri City-based industries continue staying in SIU hostels. Outstation interns stay in nearby hostels or shared accommodations arranged through SIU partnerships.

SIU is a new greenfield university starting from the 2026-27 academic year with a founding batch of 300 students across four programs.

SIU offers B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, B.Tech in Manufacturing Engineering, BBA in Finance & Accounting, and BBA in Digital Marketing & Communications.

The curriculum is built for industry by industry. Senior leaders from companies contribute to learning outcomes, case studies, internships and annual curriculum reviews.

The B.Tech program focuses on job readiness through strong foundations in mathematics, programming, engineering fundamentals, hands-on labs, industry projects and internships.

The BBA program develops business professionals and entrepreneurs through finance, marketing, operations, analytics, strategy, consulting projects and internships.

Yes. Students can take minors from prescribed course lists within their program, enabling additional specialization alongside their major.

Block teaching is a pedagogy where students study one subject intensively at a time instead of multiple subjects simultaneously across a semester.

Block teaching allows students to focus deeply on one subject, improve retention, spend more time on projects and receive faster feedback.

Assessment is continuous and competency-based. Each block includes assignments, lab work, projects, presentations, quizzes and a final assessment.

Faculty office hours, peer-learning groups and academic mentors are built into the model. Support is provided within the same block through remediation pathways and reassessment opportunities.

The B.Tech tuition fee for Computer Science & Engineering is ₹3.6 lakhs per year and Manufacturing Engineering is ₹2.8 lakhs per year.

The BBA tuition fee is ₹2.4 lakhs per year.

The hostel fee is ₹1.2 lakhs per year on a twin-sharing basis. It includes accommodation, food, electricity, Wi-Fi and washing facilities.

For a residential B.Tech CSE student: ₹4.8 lakhs (₹3.6L tuition + ₹1.2L hostel). Manufacturing Engineering: ₹4.0 lakhs. BBA: ₹3.6 lakhs. Day scholars pay tuition only. Scholarships can significantly reduce these figures.

SIU follows a transparent regulator-aligned refund policy. Details are provided in the offer letter and admission agreement.

Yes. SIU offers scholarships of up to 75% of tuition fees to support deserving students from diverse backgrounds.

Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, entrance test performance, EWS status, sports excellence, girl-child encouragement and outstanding co-curricular achievements.

There is no separate scholarship application. Every applicant is automatically considered during the admissions process.

Yes. Students from EWS and special categories are eligible for dedicated scholarship schemes in addition to merit-based awards.

Yes. Internships are a core credited component of every SIU program. Students complete multiple internships and graduate with documented work experience.

Sri City hosts over 200 companies, including major MNCs and leading Indian firms. Many are within a short drive or walking distance from campus.

Placement support includes career counselling, CV workshops, mock interviews, internship-to-job pipelines and live industry engagement.

SIU does not offer placement guarantees. Instead, the model is designed around extensive internships and industry engagement so students graduate with significant work experience and professional connections.

Yes. SIU has a dedicated incubation cell that supports students through mentorship, incubation, investor access and entrepreneurship-focused academic pathways.

Applicants must have completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Valid scores from JEE Main and CUET are accepted.

Applicants must have completed Class 12 in any stream. CUET scores may be considered along with a personal interview.

Step 1: Apply online. Step 2: Submit entrance exam scores. Step 3: Attend a personal interview. Step 4: Receive admission decision and scholarship offer. Step 5: Confirm admission by paying fees.

Applications for the 2026–27 academic year are open. The official closing date will be announced through the SIU admissions portal. Early applications are encouraged because seats are limited.

The SIU admissions team is available through phone, email and WhatsApp. Contact information is published on the admissions portal.

SIU is located inside Sri City on the Andhra Pradesh–Tamil Nadu border, approximately 55 km north of Chennai along NH-16.

Sri City is a planned integrated business city spread across more than 7,500 acres hosting over 200 multinational companies from more than 30 countries.

The campus features smart classrooms, laboratories, libraries, sports facilities, recreation spaces and student-friendly common areas.

Sri City provides a safe environment with gated access, 24×7 security, CCTV monitoring, dedicated wardens, anti-ragging committees and grievance redressal mechanisms.

Hostel accommodation is recommended but not mandatory. Most students choose to stay on campus for the immersive residential experience.

Yes. Boys and girls have separate hostel facilities with dedicated wardens, security arrangements and clearly defined access rules.

The hostel fee covers accommodation, food, electricity, Wi-Fi and washing facilities.

An Industry Partner is a company that provides internships, helps in curriculum design and may also contribute adjunct faculty or project opportunities.

Industry Partners select students based on requirements. SIU also tries to match students with suitable industry opportunities.

Internships begin early depending on the program — from the first year or second year onwards, and are fully integrated into the academic structure.

Yes. SIU has arrangements with partner banks for education loans, and students are supported through scholarship programs to improve affordability.