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SAU New Delhi: Admissions, Courses, Fees
New Delhi, India
South Asian University - [SAU] ,New Delhi ,Delhi NCR
Overview
Latest Updates
- SAU has launched the admission portal for the 2025-26 academic year and has set 4th April 2025 as the deadline for admissions.
- SAARC-wide entrance tests will be conducted on 26th–27th April 2025.
- National-level exams like JEE Mains, CUET, and CAT will be considered for students in India.
South Asian University, founded in 2010 by the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation in Delhi and is recognized by the University Grants Commission and SAARC countries. SAU has been ranked 43 out of 50 in the overall category in India by the IIIRF 2024.
SAU’s fees range from ₹3.54 Lakhs to ₹8.87 Lakhs for the full duration. SAU offers popular postgraduate and doctoral courses specializing in different programs. SAU offers scholarships to its students of different categories and eligibility criteria.
SAU has top recruiters such as RMS, The Economist, CHEORS, and RBS visiting the university for placements.
Quick Highlights
Particulars | Details |
Top Recruiters | RMS, The Economist, CHEORS, and RBS |
Ranking | 43rd |
Fees Range | ₹3.54 Lakhs - ₹8.87 Lakhs |
University Type | International University |
Popular Courses | PG and Doctoral programs |
Recognition By | UGC and SAARC |
Entrance Exams | SAARC-wide entrance exam |
Year of Establishment | 2010 |
Application mode | Online |
Area | 100 acres |
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Ranking
SAU ranked 43rd out of 50 in the overall category of colleges in India by the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF). The university is also recognized by the UGC and SAARC countries. Below is the ranking of SAU for the last year.
Ranking Body | Year | Rank (Overall) |
IIRF | 2024 | 43 |
South Asian University - [SAU] ,New Delhi ,Delhi NCR
Programs
SAU offers different PG and Doctoral programs. Some of the popular courses in both PG and Doctoral programs include M.Sc., M.A., LL.M., and PhD. Below are the fee details of the popular courses.
Courses | Total Fee |
M.Sc. in Computer Science | ₹3.54 Lakhs |
M.Sc. in Biotechnology | ₹3.54 Lakhs |
M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics | ₹3.54 Lakhs |
M.A. in Economics | ₹2.85 Lakhs |
M.A. in International Relations | ₹2.85 Lakhs |
LL.M. Master of Law | ₹2.86 Lakhs |
PhD in Biotechnology | ₹8.87 Lakhs |
PhD in Computer Science | ₹8.87 Lakhs |
PhD in Economics | ₹8.87 Lakhs |
PhD in International Relations | ₹7.13 Lakhs |
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]
Master of Technology [M.Tech]
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] + Master of Technology [M.Tech]
Bachelor of Arts [BA]
South Asian University - [SAU] ,New Delhi ,Delhi NCR
Admissions
To get admission to SAU, students must meet the minimum eligibility criteria. PG courses require graduation with a 50% to 55% score, while PhD courses require students to complete their 10+2+3+2 with a minimum 55% aggregate in the SAARC-wide entrance exam. Below are the eligibility criteria for popular courses.
Program/Course | Eligibility |
M.Sc in Computer Science | 10+2 exam with PCM as core subjects + 50% score in UG |
M.Sc in Biotechnology | 10+2 exam with PCB as core subjects + 55% score in UG |
M.Sc in Applied Mathematics | 55% score in a Graduation degree with Mathematics. |
M.A. in Economics | 10+2 exam with 50% score in UG with Mathematics as a core subject. |
M.A. in International Relations | 10+2 exam + 50% score in UG |
LL.M. Master of Law | 10+2 exam + 50% score in UG |
PhD in Biotechnology | 3 years of a Graduation degree + master's in any branch of Biological Science + 50% marks in SAARC-wide entrance test and interview. |
PhD in Computer Science | 3 years of Graduation degree + master's in Computer Science + 50% marks in SAARC-wide entrance test and interview. |
PhD in Economics | 3 years of a Graduation degree + master's in Economics + 50% marks in SAARC-wide entrance test and interview. |
PhD in International Relations | 3 years of a Graduation degree + master's with 50% marks in the SAARC-wide entrance test and interview. |
Important Dates
Important dates for the SAARC-wide entrance test have been released, and SAU has announced updates, including the commencement of a new session. More details are given below.
Events | Important/Tentative Dates |
Last Date of Application Submission | 4th April 2025 |
SAARC-wide Entrance Test | 26th - 27th April 2025 |
Commencement of New Session | 28th July 2025 |
JEE Advanced | 18th May 2025 |
JEE Main Season 2 | 1st - 8th April 2025 |
CAT | 30th November 2025 |
CUET UG Last Date For Registration | 22nd March 2025 |
CUET UG Exam | 8th May to 1st June 2025 |
South Asian University - [SAU] ,New Delhi ,Delhi NCR
Placements
South Asian University - [SAU] ,New Delhi ,Delhi NCR
Scholarships
South Asian University offers scholarships for eligible students. The scholarship is available from the President scholarship to the Silver Jubilee scholarship, from Merit scholarship to the Freeship scholarships. Below are the scholarship details.
Scholarship Name | Details | Eligibility |
President scholarship | There are two scholarships for the Master's program. | Students must secure the highest rank in the SAU entrance test |
SAARC India Silver Jubilee Scholarship | There are 75 scholarships for master's, and 50% are reserved for female candidates. | Students must secure a top rank in their respective programs. |
Merit Scholarship | There are two scholarships for the Master's program. | Students must secure a top rank in the merit list of the SAU entrance test among the remaining students after being awarded the President and SJS scholarships. |
SAARC-Indian Silver Jubilee Scholarship | There are 25 SJS for PhD students, of which 50% are reserved for women candidates, and the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, awards 20% of the scholarships to the students of their choice from existing SAU students and selected students for admission to SAU. | Students must secure a high rank in the SAU entrance test. |
SAU PhD Scholarship | This scholarship is given to those students who took the SAU entrance test and are not sponsored by any agency in India or other agencies in SAARC nations. | Students must secure a high rank in the SAU entrance test. |
South Asian University - [SAU] ,New Delhi ,Delhi NCR
Infrastructure
SAU offers its students a good infrastructure with a hygienic cafeteria, a gym, on-campus medical facilities, Wi-Fi campus, a music room, a conference and multipurpose hall, a study room, and recreational rooms. More details are given below.
Campus | Details |
Library | Books related to subjects like Computer Science, Mathematics, Biotechnology, etc. are available + 8,000 volumes of books + numerous online journals + reading room |
LAB | The institute offers its students computer labs. |
Sports complex | The institute provides students with on-campus badminton and basketball courts, cricket and football grounds, and tennis courts. |
Hostel
SAU offers its students on-campus hostels for both Master's and Doctoral students, there are a total of six towers. The mess charges an extra ₹4,363 - ₹6,545 per month. More details are given below.
Hostel | Total Fees |
Hostel Fees (Master's) | ₹17,400 |
Hostel Fees (PhD) | ₹43,500 |