SASTRA Deemed University has opened its 2026 admission cycle through an online application process. The university’s official admissions pages and applicant portal now carry the 2026 workflow, programme list, eligibility conditions, fee structure, and admission rules for engineering, integrated law, MBA, MCA, M.Tech., M.Sc., and other UG and PG programmes. The university has also stated that the entire process from application to tuition fee payment, enrolment, and withdrawal will be handled online.
For applicants, the most useful part of the official 2026 update is that SASTRA has already published its admission model for major courses. B.Tech. and 5-year integrated M.Tech. admissions are split into two merit streams, law admissions are being handled in two phases linked to CLAT 2026 and Class 12 scores, and several other programmes are being processed through rolling admissions in batches. The university has also published age rules, campus-wise application conditions, and programme-specific eligibility.
This page pulls together the current official SASTRA admission details for 2026 in one place. It focuses on the parts applicants actually need first: where to apply, which dates are confirmed, how merit is calculated, who is eligible, how campus applications work, and what fee and process details are already available on the official website.
SASTRA University admissions 2026 are open online
SASTRA has opened its 2026 admission cycle through the official university website and applicant portal. The university states that the application, admission, tuition fee payment, enrolment, and withdrawal process will be handled online only.
The official applicant portal is already live for 2026 registrations. New applicants can register first and then continue the admission journey through the dashboard.
Apply online at the official SASTRA applicant registration portal
Important dates confirmed on the official 2026 admissions pages
SASTRA has published a set of 2026 dates through its admissions FAQ and applicant portal. The university also says any change in dates will be notified on its website.
| Event | Confirmed detail |
|---|---|
| Application process starts | 27 March 2026 |
| B.Tech. and 5-year integrated M.Tech. application window | 27 March 2026 to 05 June 2026 |
| Engineering online counselling | Within one week after major Class 12 board results are declared, indicated as June second week |
| 5-year Law Phase I application window | 27 March 2026 to 19 April 2026 |
| 5-year Law Phase I admissions begin | 18 April 2026 based on CLAT 2026 scores |
| 5-year Law Phase II application window | 27 March 2026 to 05 June 2026 |
| 5-year Law Phase II | Shown as beginning in June 2026 and linked to major board result declaration |
| M.Tech., M.Sc., MBA, MCA and many other programmes | Rolling admissions in multiple phases or batches |
How SASTRA is admitting students to B.Tech. and integrated M.Tech. in 2026
SASTRA has clearly set out a two-stream admission model for B.Tech. and 5-year integrated M.Tech. programmes at the Thanjavur and Kumbakonam campuses.
- Stream 1: 50% of seats are to be filled using JEE Main 2026 scores and normalised Class 12 aggregate, with 50% weightage each.
- Stream 2: 50% of seats are to be filled based on Class 12 scores.
- Automatic consideration in both streams: The university says all students will be considered for both streams by default.
- JEE is not mandatory: If a student has not written JEE Main, the student can still be considered under Stream 2 based on Class 12 marks.
The official admissions FAQ also states that one application form is enough for both engineering streams.
How law admissions are being conducted for 2026
SASTRA is handling admissions to its 5-year integrated law programmes in two phases. The programmes include B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), and B.Com., LL.B. (Hons.).
| Phase | Basis of admission | Official timing note |
|---|---|---|
| Phase I | CLAT 2026 scores | Admissions begin on 18 April 2026 |
| Phase II | 50% CLAT 2026 score and 50% Class 12 score | Linked to major board result declaration in June 2026 |
The university has also clarified that if an applicant has not written CLAT, the CLAT component will effectively carry zero weight in the combined score calculation for the phase where CLAT is used.
Eligibility criteria for major SASTRA programmes
The university has published programme-wise eligibility conditions for 2026 admissions. The most commonly checked ones are listed below.
| Programme | Official eligibility summary |
|---|---|
| B.Tech. / 5-year integrated M.Tech. | Minimum 60% aggregate in Class 12 in a single sitting with Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects and either Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, or Biology |
| Specified biotech-related B.Tech. and integrated M.Tech. options | Applicants without Mathematics can apply only to the programmes specifically allowed by the university, including Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Bioengineering, Biotechnology integrated M.Tech., and Medical Nanotechnology integrated M.Tech. |
| 5-year integrated Law | Pass in Class 12 academic stream in the first attempt with minimum 60% aggregate and English as a subject |
| M.Tech. | Relevant UG degree from a recognized university |
| MBA | First class recognized bachelor’s degree of minimum three years; preference to CAT, XAT, AIMAT, CMAT, and AIMCAT scores |
| MCA | Recognized bachelor’s degree of minimum three years with Mathematics studied in Class 12 or in the qualifying degree |
| M.Sc. | Relevant UG degree from a recognized university |
| Other UG programmes such as B.Com., BBA, BCA, B.Sc., B.Ed., and similar courses | Pass in Class 12 with relevant subjects as applicable |
Age limit for SASTRA admissions 2026
SASTRA has published a direct age restriction for 2026 admissions.
- All UG applicants should not have completed 19 years as on 01 August 2026.
- For lateral entry programmes, the applicant should not have completed 21 years as on 01 August 2026.
Applicants should match their date of birth carefully with the details entered during registration because the online portal captures this at the application stage.
Programmes and campuses covered under the 2026 admission cycle
SASTRA is running admissions across more than one campus, and the official FAQ clearly separates some of the offerings by location.
- Thanjavur campus: B.Tech., integrated M.Tech., M.Tech., M.Sc., MBA, MCA, law, B.Com. (CA), B.Com. (BFSI), Optometry, education, integrated science programmes, and other UG and PG options.
- Kumbakonam campus: B.Tech. in CSE and ECE, along with B.Sc., B.Com., BBA, BCA, M.Sc., and M.Com.
- Chennai campus: B.Com., BBA, BCA, B.A. (Economics & Public Policy), MBA, and M.Sc. Data Science and related offerings shown in the admissions pages.
The university also says that separate applications have to be submitted for each campus and that admission cannot later be shifted from one campus to another.
How admissions are being handled for MBA, MCA, M.Tech., M.Sc. and other programmes
For non-engineering and non-law programmes, SASTRA is not using one single common rule. The official FAQ separates the admission method by programme type.
- M.Tech. and M.Sc.: Admissions are based on scores in the qualifying UG or PG degree. GATE-qualified students are eligible for tuition fee waiver and stipend support as per the university rules.
- MBA: Admissions are based on qualifying degree scores, entrance exam, and interview. Students with strong CAT, XAT, AIMAT, CMAT, or AIMCAT scores are given preference.
- MCA: Admissions are based on qualifying degree scores and an entrance exam conducted by SASTRA.
- Other UG and PG programmes: Admissions are based on qualifying exam marks and CUET 2026, if CUET results are available in time.
The university says these programmes are being processed through rolling admissions in multiple phases or batches.
Fee snapshot for popular SASTRA programmes
SASTRA has published its 2026 fee structure on the official website. The figures below are tuition-fee snapshots and should be read along with one-time charges and other applicable fees shown in the official fee schedule.
| Programme | Campus | Tuition fee per semester |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech. / integrated M.Tech. | Thanjavur | Rs. 85,000 |
| B.Tech. (CSE & ECE) | Kumbakonam | Rs. 85,000 |
| Integrated Law | Thanjavur | Rs. 75,000 |
| MBA | Thanjavur / Chennai | Rs. 70,000 |
| MCA | Thanjavur | Rs. 50,000 |
| B.Com. (CA) / B.Com. (BFSI) | Thanjavur | Rs. 40,000 |
| B.Sc. / BBA / BCA | Kumbakonam | Rs. 30,000 |
| M.Sc. / integrated M.Sc. | Thanjavur | Rs. 20,000 |
| BA / BBA / BCA / B.Com. / B.Sc. | Chennai | Rs. 40,000 |
The official fee page also lists one-time development and special fees, and states that some programmes carry a 5% annual increase from the second year onward.
Key application rules applicants should remember
SASTRA has included several practical rules in its 2026 admissions FAQ that applicants should not miss.
- The entire process is online only.
- One application form is enough for both engineering streams and for the linked law phases, but separate applications are required for different campuses.
- Admissions are merit-based and the university says no donations or capitation fee are involved.
- The Office of Admissions is the only competent authority for admissions.
- Dates can change, and the university says any such change will be notified on the official website.
- Refund and cancellation will follow statutory body guidelines and the academic calendar applicable to SASTRA.
Applicants should therefore rely on the official website and portal instead of third-party claims about seat booking or off-campus admissions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has SASTRA University started admissions for 2026?
Yes. SASTRA has opened its 2026 admission cycle and states that the application process starts on 27 March 2026.
Is JEE Main mandatory for SASTRA B.Tech. admission 2026?
No. JEE Main is not mandatory because applicants are also considered under Stream 2 based on Class 12 scores.
Do I need separate forms for Stream 1 and Stream 2 engineering admissions?
No. SASTRA says one application form is enough for both engineering streams.
What is the age limit for UG admissions at SASTRA in 2026?
UG applicants should not have completed 19 years as on 01 August 2026. For lateral entry programmes, the upper limit is 21 years as on that date.
What is the basic eligibility for SASTRA integrated law admissions 2026?
Applicants must have passed Class 12 in the academic stream in the first attempt with at least 60% aggregate and English as a subject.
Can I apply once and shift to another SASTRA campus later?
No. The university says separate applications are required for each campus and a later campus transfer is not allowed under the admission process.
Are all SASTRA admission dates fixed finally for 2026?
The university has published key dates, but it also states that any change in dates will be notified on the official website.