About Symbiosis International University

Founded in 1971, Symbiosis International University (SIU) is a prestigious deemed university in India. It holds the 52nd position in the NIRF Rankings 2024 and ranks within the 351-400 band in QS Asia 2023. Approved by AICTE, UGC, and BCI, SIU is accredited with an NAAC A++ grade. The university offers a diverse range of programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, doctoral, and certificate levels, with scholarships available for meritorious students.

Established by Dr. S. B. Majumdar, SIU began with a few institutes like Symbiosis Law School and SIBM at its SB Road campus. Over the years, it has expanded to a 350-acre campus in Lavale, Pune, housing approximately 25,000 students. The university provides programs across multiple disciplines, including Law, Management, Engineering, Mass Communication, and Health Sciences.

The institution fosters a multicultural environment where Indian and international students co-exist in an inclusive educational setting. Since its inception, SIU has ensured students receive essential support such as medical care, academic guidance, and residential facilities.

Admissions Process

SIU follows an entrance-based admission process for its eight faculties. The SET exam is required for undergraduate admissions, while postgraduate applicants must qualify through SNAP. A minimum of 50% in 10+2, combined with entrance scores, determines final selection.

For MBA and PGDM programs, SNAP scores of over the 90th percentile are necessary for admission to the lowest-ranked SIU college. The flagship institute, SIBM Pune, consistently ranks among India's top 10 business schools. Admission for international students also follows strict eligibility criteria, ensuring a merit-based selection process.

Scholarships at SIU

Symbiosis International University offers various merit-based scholarships, including:

PG Scholarships for top-performing students
Jayatee Deshmukh Scholarship for Girls
Topper Scholarship, granting a 50% tuition waiver for the highest scorer in each school, provided they maintain a 7.5 GPA and have no backlogs

No income proof is required for these scholarships, as they are purely merit-based. In case of a tie, 10+2 and graduation scores are used as tiebreakers.

Rankings & Recognitions

SIU has consistently performed well in national and international rankings:

NIRF 2024: 52nd overall
QS Asia 2023: Ranked 351-400
THE World Rankings 2023: Ranked 801-1000 globally
Outlook 2022: 10th among Deemed Universities
ARIIA 2021: Ranked among the top private technical universities

Courses Offered

SIU provides a broad range of academic programs, including:

MBA, BBA, B.Com, BCA, M.Sc, B.Tech (Lateral), B.Sc Nursing
BA.LLB & BBA.LLB (Hons.)
PhD and Certificate Programs

Placements & Top Recruiters

SIU has a strong placement record, particularly through SIBM Pune, which is the university’s flagship business school. Out of 210 MBA students, 50% received pre-placement offers after internships. The university recorded an overall placement rate of 90%, with the highest package reaching ₹45.5 LPA.

Over 800 recruiters visit SIU, including:

Infosys, Wipro, TCS, IBM, HDFC Bank, Flipkart, PhonePe, Airtel, Titan, ITC, Aditya Birla Capital, P&G, and Tata Steel

Campus Infrastructure & Facilities

SIU’s eco-friendly Lavale campus is powered by solar energy and features rainwater harvesting initiatives. The university encourages walking, cycling, and electric vehicles within campus grounds.

Key facilities include:

Auditoriums, Classrooms, E-Classrooms, Computer Labs, Libraries, and Medical Services
Gymnasiums, Cafeterias, Hostels, and Wi-Fi Campus
Sports Complex with an Olympic-size swimming pool, squash courts, and multi-purpose grounds

SIU also houses a hospital, radio station, and over 10 libraries, ensuring comprehensive support for students.