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{{Short description|Private STEM deemed university in Chennai, Tamil Nadu}}
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  | founder                = [[Jeppiaar|Jeppiaar Jesuadimai]]
  | chancellor            = Dr.Maria Zeena Johnson
  | chancellor            = Dr. Mariazeena Johnson
  | vice_chancellor        = Dr.T. Sasi Prabha
  | vice_chancellor        = Dr. T. Sasipraba
  | president              = Dr. Marie Johnson
| head_label            = President
  | faculty                = 738<ref name="nptdr">{{cite web|url=http://naacindia.org/Reports/Sathyabama%20University,%20Chennai,%20TN.doc|title=NAAC Peer Team Draft Report of 2006|date=25–27 September 2006|publisher=NAAC Peer Team|access-date=21 January 2010|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160112051947/http://naacindia.org/Reports/Sathyabama%20University,%20Chennai,%20TN.doc|archive-date=12 January 2016}}</ref>
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  | affiliations          = [[University Grants Commission (India)|UGC]], [[All India Council for Technical Education|AICTE]], [[Council of Architecture|COA]], [[Dental Council of India|DCI]], [[Bar Council of India|BCI]], [[National Board of Accreditation|NBA]], [[Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology|ABET]]<ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/about-us/accreditation-and-accolades| title = Sathyabama University Accolades| year=2025}}</ref>
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[[File:Administrative building of the Sathyabama university.jpg|Administrative building of the Sathyabama university|thumb]]
 
'''Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology'''  ('''SIST'''), formerly '''Sathyabama University''', is a [[Private university|private]] [[deemed university]], situated at [[Chennai]], [[Tamil Nadu]], India. It was founded in 1987 as Sathyabama Engineering College by the late [[Jeppiaar]], and received its university status in 2001.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ugc.ac.in/inside/deemed%20universities/sathyabamauniv.html|title=Deemed University Status|date=16 July 2001|publisher=[[University Grants Commission (India)]]|access-date=21 January 2010|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100727065341/http://www.ugc.ac.in/inside/deemed%20universities/sathyabamauniv.html|archive-date=27 July 2010}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology {{!}} Detail of University |url=https://deemed.ugc.ac.in/Home/DetailOfUniversity/S40%20GGqiJkwSbSa3wIdixw== |access-date=2023-05-29 |website=deemed.ugc.ac.in}}</ref>
'''Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology'''  ('''SIST'''), formerly known as ''' Sathyabama Engineering College''' and '''Sathyabama University''', is a [[private university|private]], [[Research university|research]],
[[Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics|STEM]]-intensive, multi-disciplinary [[deemed university]] in [[Chennai]], [[Tamil Nadu]], India. Established in the year 1987 by industrialist [[Jeppiaar|Jeppiaar Jesuadimai]], it is a [[Christianity in Tamil Nadu|Christian minority]] educational institution with its patron as [[Anthony of Padua|Saint Anthony]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://indiabioscience.org/orgs/sathyabama-institute-of-science-and-technology| title=Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (A Christian Minority Institution)| year=2025}}</ref> The university is a research institute that specializes in the [[engineering]] fields, and has been accredited with Grade "A++" by the [[National Assessment and Accreditation Council]] (NAAC) and "Category 1 University" by the [[University Grants Commission (India)|University Grants Commission]] (UGC).<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/about-us|title=Sathyabama University}}</ref><ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/about-us/accreditation-and-accolades| title=Ratings and Accreditations of Sathyabama University| year=2025}}</ref>
 
Sathyabama's main campus is at [[Sholinganallur]], with the dental college nearby at Sithalapakkam and a secondary satellite campus at [[Sriperumbudur]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/campuses/photo-gallery/SriperumbudurCampus| title=Sriperumbudur campus of Sathyabama University| year=2025}}</ref> The main campus spans across a 140-acres [[suburban]] setting located along the [[Rajiv Gandhi Salai|IT Corridor]], and its buildings include a [[Clinical research center|research hospital]], three [[aeronautical]] hangars, a science research park, a central library, a dental college, a [[nanotechnology]] centre, innovation hubs, and 17 STEM-oriented research wings.<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/campus-life/academic-blocks| title=Buildings in the university| year=2025}}</ref>
 
The university is an [[International Organization for Standardization|ISO]] 9001:2008 certified institute and has research partnerships with governmental bodies.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.sathyabamainternationalconferences.com/about-international-conferences.html|title=ISO Certification|date=6 October 2009|publisher=Sathyabama |access-date=21 January 2010}}</ref> In 2016, it built and launched its space [[weather satellite]], known as the [[SathyabamaSat]], in collaboration with [[ISRO]], India's national space agency.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.isro.gov.in/SATHYABAMASAT.html|title=ISRO-Sathyabama satellite}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/about-us#:~:text=Sathyabama%20has%20written%20a%20special,its%20research%20and%20academic%20excellence|title=About Us}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.ursc.gov.in/student-satellites/html/sathyabamasat.jsp|title=Sathyabama satellite}}</ref> Sathyabama has 15 departments that offer 48 accredited undergraduate programs and 23 accredited postgraduate programs, mostly in the field of engineering, but also in [[science]], [[technology]], [[law]], [[architecture]], [[medicine]], and [[management]].<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/admissions/programs-offered| title=Courses offered at SIST| year=2025}}</ref>
 
The institute was known for its enforcement of moral rules and discipline among students, and this has often been met with criticism in the past.<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2016/Jun/19/educationist-who-was-tough-on-discipline-941878.html|title=Educationist who was tough on discipline|year=2016|publisher=The New Indian Express}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thequint.com/news/india/sathyabama-university-student-blames-strict-rules-for-girls-suicide|title=Sathyabama Univ student blames strict rules for girl’s suicide and the violence that followed.|publisher=The Quint|first1=TK|last1=Smitha|year=2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/tamil-nadu/what-legal-action-can-be-taken-against-prison-colleges-tamil-nadu-what-s-solution-34897|title=What legal action can be taken against the prison-colleges of Tamil Nadu? What’s the solution?|year=2015|publisher=The News Minute|first1=Pheba|last1=Mathew}}</ref> With 15,600 students, it is one of the largest private universities in Tamil Nadu.
 
==History==
 
It was founded in 1987 as Sathyabama Engineering College by industrialist [[Jeppiaar|Jeppiaar Jesuadimai]], as an engineering-focused institution.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ugc.ac.in/inside/deemed%20universities/sathyabamauniv.html|title=Deemed University Status|date=16 July 2001|publisher=[[University Grants Commission (India)]]|access-date=21 January 2010|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100727065341/http://www.ugc.ac.in/inside/deemed%20universities/sathyabamauniv.html|archive-date=27 July 2010}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology {{!}} Detail of University |url=https://deemed.ugc.ac.in/Home/DetailOfUniversity/S40%20GGqiJkwSbSa3wIdixw== |access-date=2023-05-29 |website=deemed.ugc.ac.in}}</ref> The university was established to provide higher technical education to the Christian minorities residing in Tamil Nadu and other [[South Indian]] states. The patron saint of the university is [[Anthony of Padua|St Anthony]]. It was formerly known as Sathyabama University, and was renamed as Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST) in 2018 following a central directive by the Indian government. It received its deemed-to-be-university status from the Ministry of Human Resources Development in 2001, under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.
 
Starting in the late 1990s Sathyabama expanded its curriculum to include courses in science, law and management. The dental college was established in 2009, and is one of the largest university medical centers in Chennai.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/academics/schools/school-dental-sciences|title=School of Dental Sciences|year=2025}}</ref>
 
== Milestones ==
{| class="wikitable"
|1987
| College founded in Chennai, as Sathyabama Engineering College
|-
|2001
| College renamed as Sathyabama University
|-
| 2001
| Received its "Deemed-to-be-university" status from the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)
|-
|2009
| Establishment of Sathyabama Dental College 
|-
|2012
| Accredited as "Category A" university by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)
|-
|2016
| Sathyabama weather satellite "SathyabamaSat" launched with assistance from ISRO
|-
|2017
| Accredited with Grade "A" by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
|-
|2018
| Name changed to Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST)
|-
|2019
| Received 5 QS-stars for excellence
|-
|2021
| Received National Board of Accreditation (NBA) certification for 11 academic programmes
|-
|2023
| Second university campus opened near Sriperumbudur
|-
|2023
| Accredited with Grade "A++" by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
|-
|2023
| Accredited with "Category-I University" by University Grants Commission (UGC)
|-
|}
 
 
==Campus==
 
The main campus at Sholinganallur was constructed above an old swamp, which has led to severe flooding during the rainy seasons. The campus has many white and blue buildings designed in concentric patterns, and includes 5 hostels for male students and another 5 hostels for female students.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/campus-life|title=Campus life in the university|year=2025}}</ref>
 
A secondary satellite campus was established at Sriperumpudur, to increase the student in-take.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/node/1890| title=New Campus at Sriperumbudur}}</ref> It offers engineering and science courses with the same accreditations as the main campus. The two campuses are approximately 45 kilometers apart.{{cn|date=May 2025}}


==Location==
==Location==
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The university is located in Sholinganallur, Chennai. It has a campus of 140 acres.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Deemed to be University) |url=https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/sathyabama-institute-science-technology-deemed-be-university |access-date=2023-10-16 |website=Top Universities |language=en}}</ref> The campus is adjacent to [[Rajiv Gandhi Salai]] (formerly known as Old Mahabalipuram Road and popularly known as the "IT Corridor").<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sathyabama.ac.in/sitepagetwo.php?mainref=0&firstref=101&secondref=0|title=Reaching Sathyabama |year=2009|publisher=Sathyabama University|access-date=21 January 2010|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100117172647/http://www.sathyabama.ac.in/sitepagetwo.php?mainref=0&firstref=101&secondref=0|archive-date=17 January 2010}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology · Jeppiaar Nagar, SH 49A, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119, India |url=https://www.google.co.in/maps/place/Sathyabama+Institute+of+Science+and+Technology/@12.8728809,80.2235017,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3a525b8c90befe2b:0x170ab8b5b21bb530!8m2!3d12.8728809!4d80.2260766!16zL20vMDcxZGNm?entry=ttu |access-date=2024-06-30 |website=Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology · Jeppiaar Nagar, SH 49A, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119, India |language=en}}</ref> The university also obtained authorization from the [[Ministry of Education (India)|Ministry of Education]], on the recommendation of the UGC, to open a secondary satellite campus at Vadamangalam, in Sriperumbudur.
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==Academics==
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</mapframe>The university is in [[Sholinganallur]] about 15&nbsp;km from [[Adyar (Tamil Nadu)|Adyar]] in [[Chennai]]. It has a campus of 400 acres. The university is located on [[Rajiv Gandhi Salai]] (formerly known as Old Mahabalipuram Road and popularly known as IT Corridor).<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sathyabama.ac.in/sitepagetwo.php?mainref=0&firstref=101&secondref=0|title=Reaching Sathyabama |year=2009|publisher=Sathyabama University|access-date=21 January 2010|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100117172647/http://www.sathyabama.ac.in/sitepagetwo.php?mainref=0&firstref=101&secondref=0|archive-date=17 January 2010}}</ref>
| {{bulleted list| Architecture|Sustainable Architecture|Building Management|Landscape Design|Interior Design}}
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| '''Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy'''
| {{ bulleted list | Pharmacy | Nursing|Physiotherapy|Dental Surgery|Preventive Dentistry|Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics|Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics|Medical Sciences|General Medicine}}
|-
| '''Faculty of Law'''
| {{ bulleted list | Law | Legal Studies|Constitutional Law and Legal Order|Intellectual Property Laws|Criminal Law}}
|-
| '''Faculty of Arts, Science and Humanities'''
| {{ bulleted list | Business Administration|Commerce|Financial Accounting|Visual Communication|Physics|Chemistry|Computer Science|Mathematics| Bio Chemistry|Fashion Design| Bio Technology|Micro Biology|Psychology|English|Bio Informatics and Data Science|Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics |Medical Lab Technology|Artificial Intelligence|Hotel Management and Catering|Data Science|Information Technology|Computer Applications}}
|-
| '''Faculty of Specialized Engineering '''
| {{ bulleted list | Applied Electronics|Computer Aided Design|Structural Engineering|Power Electronics and Industrial Drives|Medical Instrumentation|Embedded Systems and IoT|Mechanical Production Engineering|Aeronautical Engineering|Robotics Engineering|Nanotechnology|Aerospace Engineering}}
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==Accreditation and certification==
==Accreditation and certification==
Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology has been accredited by the [[National Assessment and Accreditation Council]] (NAAC) with [[National Assessment and Accreditation Council#Grading|'A++' Grade]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://naacindia.org/Universities.asp?state=22 |title=NAAC Accreditation for Universities in Tamil Nadu |year=2007 |publisher=[[National Assessment and Accreditation Council]] |access-date=21 January 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100106113734/http://naacindia.org/Universities.asp?state=22 |archive-date=6 January 2010 }}</ref>


SATHYABAMA has received [[International Organization for Standardization|ISO]] 9001:2008 certification.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.sathyabamauniv.ac.in/news_detail.php?newsref=18&newspage=archive&page=2|title=ISO Certification|date=6 October 2009|publisher=Sathyabama |access-date=21 January 2010}}</ref>
Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology has been accredited with the 'A++' grade by [[National Assessment and Accreditation Council|NAAC]] and is a 'Category 1 University' under the [[University Grants Commission (India)|UGC]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/about-us|title=Sathyabama University}}</ref> It has received [[International Organization for Standardization|ISO]] 9001:2008 certification.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.sathyabamauniv.ac.in/news_detail.php?newsref=18&newspage=archive&page=2|title=ISO Certification|date=6 October 2009|publisher=Sathyabama |access-date=21 January 2010}}</ref> The university also received the full five 'QS stars' for excellence by Quacquarelli Symonds, making it one of 40 universities in India to have done so.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/sathyabama-institute-science-technology-deemed-be-university|title=QS 5 stars rating for Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology}}</ref>
 
The majority of the courses are accredited by national governmental bodies. The university's dental courses are accredited by the [[Dental Council of India]], legal courses are accredited by the [[Bar Council of India]], design courses are accredited by the [[Council of Architecture]], and engineering courses are accredited by the [[Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology]].<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/about-us/accreditation-and-accolades| title=Ratings and Accreditations of Sathyabama University| year=2025}}</ref>
 
==Collaboration with ISRO==


The University is accredited by the governing body, '''''[[National Buildings Organisation]]''''' (NBO), ''Computer science engineering department'' latestly got the privilege of being accredited by NBO.
The weather satellite [[SathyabamaSat]] was launched along with the Cartosat-2C satellite onboard [[PSLV-C34]] on June 22, 2016. The development was initiated in 2009 when [[ISRO]] and Sathyabama University signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to work together on the design, construction, development, testing and launch of the experimental weather satellite. Initially, a space technology centre was established at the university to carry out preliminary studies about the project. This included advanced research in rocketry, satellites and space applications, and the project was carried out with the assistance of ISRO scientists over a period of 7 years. As per the university, the objective of the joint project was to provide development experience of compact space systems to students in the aerospace and aeronautical engineering department.<ref name="TH_satyabhama">{{cite news | url=http://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/sathyabamasat-to-be-launched-next-month/article8549190.ece | title='Sathyabamasat' to be launched next month | date=May 3, 2016 | agency=The Hindu | accessdate=November 1, 2016 | author=MADHAVAN, T. | location=Chennai}}</ref> 


==Rankings==
==Rankings==
In 2025, the university was ranked 53rd among universities, 67th among engineering colleges and 93rd overall in India according to [[NIRF]] (National Institutional Ranking Framework).<ref>{{Cite web |title=2025 NIRF Ranking |url=https://www.nirfindia.org/nirfpdfcdn/2025/pdf/Report/IR2025_Report.pdf}}</ref> Sathyabama is ranked in the 1201-1400 band<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-05-20 |title=QS World University Rankings 2025: Top global universities |url=https://www.topuniversities.com/world-university-rankings |access-date=2025-06-07 |website=Top Universities |language=en}}</ref> in global rankings and 373rd in Asia<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-05-20 |title=QS Asia University Rankings 2025 - Overall |url=https://www.topuniversities.com/asia-university-rankings |access-date=2025-06-07 |website=Top Universities |language=en}}</ref> by the [[QS World University Rankings]] system in academic year 2024-2025, and 501st in Asia by the [[Times Higher Education World University Rankings]] system in academic year 2024-2025.
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| NIRF_U_2021 = 40
|NIRF_O_2024=85|NIRF_U_2024=51|NIRF_E_2024=66
| NIRF_O_2021 = 61
|QS_W_2025=1201|QS_A_2024=373|THES_A_2024=501}}
| NIRF_E_2021 = 55
 
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==Research centers and facilities==
The [[National Institutional Ranking Framework]] (NIRF) ranked Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology 55st in the engineering ranking in 2021,<ref name=Rankings_NIRF_E_2021/> 40th among universities<ref name=Rankings_NIRF_U_2021/> and 61st overall.<ref name=Rankings_NIRF_O_2021/>
 
===Co-curricular activities===
 
Sathyabama University offers on-campus training. Some of the facilities include Inplant Training, Advisory Bureau for Higher Studies, Entrepreneur Development Cell, Guest Lectures, Foreign Language Classes and Sports.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.careercage.com/sathyabama-university-need-know-2/404/|title=Sathyabama University - The Basic Information that you need to know|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140311151345/http://www.careercage.com/sathyabama-university-need-know-2/404/|archive-date=2014-03-11}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology===
 
The Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology was established in January 2006. It was upgraded in 2011 with research instrumentation facilities like FE-SEM, XRD, E-beam, DC thermal, RF, AFM, PLD, etc. The centre has a team of scientists working in the fields of Material Sciences, Thin Film Coatings, Nanofabrications, Environmental Nanotechnology, Concrete Research, Marine Biotechnology, Nanobiotechnology and Molecular Medicine, as well as Nanomedical Sciences, Drug Discovery and Polymer Chemistry.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://centrefornanotechnology.com/|title=Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (CNSNT)|website=centrefornanotechnology.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130705072055/http://centrefornanotechnology.com/|archive-date=2013-07-05}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Advanced Studies===
 
The centre for advanced studies was established in 2013 to carry out specialized studies in the fields of genetic research, metallurgy, immunology, and robotics. The institution has developed algorithms that are now used in the university's data labs, computer-integrated security systems and student management logs.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/node/1513|title=Centre for Advanced Research}}</ref>
 
===Aeronautical Hangars===
 
Sathyabama has three large aeronautical hangars that are a part of the institution's programmes in aviation research. Constructed in 2008, these hangars are used to construct model aircraft, wind turbines, wind-flow panels, and other components of aeronautical engineering.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/taxonomy/term/67|title=Aeronautical Studies}}</ref> The Sathyabama-ISRO space satellite which was launched in 2016 was also manufactured here.
 
===Central Library===
 
The university has a central library, named after its founder Dr. Jeppiaar. The library was constructed in 2001, and currently has more than 313,000 books. It has subscription services to major publishers such as the AICTE, ASME, ASCE, ACM Digital Library, and IEEE engineering journals. Apart from this, the library also has monthly subscriptions to more than 130 journals and 100 magazines.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/academics/library|title=The Central Library}}</ref> The library is also connected to the staff internet service-link of the university.
 
===Sathyabama TBI (Technology Business Incubator)===
 
In 2015, the Technology Business Incubator (TBI) was established with the help of National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), a government agency. The purpose of the center is to create innovations and developments in the entrepreneurship and business fields, and assist students in launching their own startups. The center also carries out research in the employment sector, by analysing current market trends and future potentials.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/engineering|title=Engineering research}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Non-Destructive Testing and Evaluation===
 
In 2019, the Centre for Non-Destructive Testing and Evaluation was established at the research park in the university. It provides students with workshops, seminars and laboratory training in the fields of testing and evaluation of engineering sectors. The programmes are supervised by the [[AICTE]], a government body. The center is equipped to carry out experiments and trials in ultrasonic testing, thermography, radiography, and other similar areas.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/engineering|title=Engineering research}}</ref>
 
===DST-FIST Cloud Computing===
 
The Cloud Computing Center was launched to design, develop and integrate computer technology in the university's main server lines. It contains portals and computer laboratories that help deploy and maintain Cloud infrastructure.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/engineering|title=Engineering research}}</ref>
 
===Makerspace Lab===
 
The Makerspace Lab is one of the newest research facilities at the university, and was established to help assist students in the engineering department to gain skills in the developments related to manufacturing industries. The center uses equipment such as the "Fablab" which has F370, 5 Makerbot+ and 3 Makerbot Z18 technology.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/engineering|title=Engineering research}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Drug Discovery and Development===
 
The Centre for Drug Discovery and Development (CDDD), which consists of teams specializing in bioactivity, biological chemistry, genomics, and bioprospecting, was established in 2013 to carry out research into the development of New Chemical Entities (NCE) that can be used to eliminate diseases such as HIV and tuberculosis.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/biotechnology|title=Biological Sciences research}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Laboratory Animal Technology and Research===
 
The center is accredited by the Committee for the Purpose of Control and Supervision of Experimentation on Animals (CPCSEA) and is GLP-compliant, and was launched to carry out experimental research on common animals such as rodents and study their behavior and response to external factors. It has advanced facilities that allow for animal research within the guidelines of the CPCSEA.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/biotechnology|title=Biological Sciences research}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Molecular and Nanomedical Sciences===
 
The Centre for Molecular and Nanomedical Sciences (CMNS) was established as a result of the Nanomedicine and Drug Discovery Lab in 2012, and then expanded into the Molecular and Nanomedicine Research Unit in 2014. It carries out investigations into matters related to biology, organic biology, stem cell studies, cancer and regeneration biology, and other fields. The center collaborates with government research organizations as well.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/biotechnology|title=Biological Sciences research}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Ocean Research===
 
The Centre for Ocean Research (COR) was established in the year 2007 as a collaboration between the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) and the university. It specializes in ocean studies and marine technology, and is assisted by the Marine Biotechnological Studies by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), a government agency. It also organizes projects with the government departments to carry out research into [[earth sciences]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/biotechnology|title=Biological Sciences research}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Climate Change Studies===
 
The Centre for Climate Change Studies (CCS) was founded in the year 2011 with the aim of researching the environmental impact of weather and climate changes, and the conservation of sensitive eco-zones such as forest, coral reefs and biospheres. It works together with the Sathyabama Marine Research Station (SMRS) and submits it research findings to the International Research Centre (IRC) at the university.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/biotechnology|title=Biological Sciences research}}</ref>
 
===Centre for Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics===
 
The Centre for Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics (CRSG) was founded in 2004 and is supported by [[ISRO]]. The purpose of the undertaking is to use Indian satellites to research fields like agriculture, urban studies, and aerial photogrammetry. It also organizes training seminars for students at ISRO laboratories.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/science-and-humanities|title=Environmental Sciences research}}</ref>  
 
===Centre of Excellence for Energy Research===
 
The Centre of Excellence for Energy Research (CEER) is funded by the  [[Ministry of Human Resource Development]] (MHRD), a government body that specializes in education and skill development. It was launched in 2014 and the facility carries out research in solar panels, photovoltaic cells and supercapacitors.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/science-and-humanities|title=Environmental Sciences research}}</ref>  
 
===Centre for Earth and Atmospheric Sciences===
 
The Centre for Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (CEAS) was established in 2010 with the assistance of Indira Gandhi Atomic Research (IGCAR) and India Meteorological Department (IMD). It features meteorological laboratories and observation towers, and carries out studies in the fields of [[atmospheric sciences]]. It researches both manmade and natural disasters, and is equipped to carry out studies in the remote sensing and [[GIS]] fields.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sathyabama.ac.in/researches/science-and-humanities|title=Environmental Sciences research}}</ref>  
 
==Controversies== 


==Facilities==
Sathyabama University is known for its strict enforcement of moral rules and discipline among its students in the past, and this has been met with criticism from both students and analysts. There have been several instances of student protests and large-scale violence due to the strict operating protocols of the university.<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2016/Jun/19/educationist-who-was-tough-on-discipline-941878.html|title=Educationist who was tough on discipline|year=2016|publisher=The New Indian Express}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thequint.com/news/india/sathyabama-university-student-blames-strict-rules-for-girls-suicide|title=Sathyabama Univ student blames strict rules for girl’s suicide and the violence that followed.|publisher=The Quint|first1=TK|last1=Smitha|year=2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/tamil-nadu/what-legal-action-can-be-taken-against-prison-colleges-tamil-nadu-what-s-solution-34897|title=What legal action can be taken against the prison-colleges of Tamil Nadu? What’s the solution?|year=2015|publisher=The News Minute|first1=Pheba|last1=Mathew}}</ref>     


===Co-Curricular Activities===
==Alumni==
Sathyabama offers visits to companies. Some of the activities like Industrial Visit, Inplant Training, Advisory Bureau for Higher Studies, Entrepreneur Development Cell, Guest Lectures, Foreign Language Classes and Sports.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.careercage.com/sathyabama-university-need-know-2/404/|title=Sathyabama University - The Basic Information that you need to know|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140311151345/http://www.careercage.com/sathyabama-university-need-know-2/404/|archive-date=2014-03-11}}</ref>


===Centre for nanoscience and nanotechnology===
* [[Atlee (director)|Atlee Kumar]], Tamil film director, screenwriter and film producer
The Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology was established in January 2006. The Centre was upgraded in 2011 with Advanced research Instrumentation facilities like FE-SEM, XRD, E-beam, DC thermal, RF, AFM, PLD, etc. The centre has a team of Scientists working in the area of Material Sciences, Thin Film Coatings, Nanofabrications, Environmental Nanotechnology, Concrete Research, Marine Biotechnology, Nanobiotechnology and Molecular Medicine, Nanomedical Sciences and Drug Discovery, Polymer Chemistry etc.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://centrefornanotechnology.com/|title=Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (CNSNT)|website=centrefornanotechnology.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130705072055/http://centrefornanotechnology.com/|archive-date=2013-07-05}}</ref>
* [[Atharvaa|Atharvaa Murali]], Tamil movie actor
* [[Vivek (actor)|Vivek]], Tamil movie actor and comedian
* [[Gayathri Reddy]], Tamil film actress and model
* [[Ishari K. Ganesh]], Founder and chairman of Vels University
* [[Hemant Katare]], Congress MLA and politician
* [[Rose Venkatesan]], Tamil talk show host
* [[Pradeep John]], Tamil weatherman and host
* [[Mohammed Asif (sailor)|Mohammed Asif]], professional sailor and space propulsion researcher<ref>{{cite web |title=Star Vintage sailing world champion Mohammed Asif |url=https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/star-vintage-sailing-world-champion-mohammed-asif |publisher=Western Michigan University |access-date=13 January 2026}}</ref>


== References ==
== References ==
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==External links==
==External links==
 
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*[http://www.sathyabama.ac.in Official website]
*[http://www.sathyabama.ac.in Official website]


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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST)
Main administrative building
Former names
Sathyabama University, Sathyabama Engineering College
Motto in English
Entry is not important. Exit is important
TypePrivate research university,
Deemed university
Established1987; 39 years ago (1987)
FounderJeppiaar Jesuadimai
ChancellorDr. Mariazeena Johnson
Vice-ChancellorDr. T. Sasipraba
PresidentDr. Marie Johnson
Academic staff
721
Administrative staff
125
Students15,600
Undergraduates13,400
Postgraduates1,900
300
Location
Chennai
,
Tamil Nadu
,
India

12°52′23″N 80°13′19″E / 12.87306°N 80.22194°E / 12.87306; 80.22194
CampusSuburban
NIRF 2024 ranking85
Colours   White and Blue
AffiliationsUGC, AICTE, COA, DCI, BCI, NBA, ABET[1]
Websitewww.sathyabama.ac.in
File:Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology logo.png

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST), formerly known as Sathyabama Engineering College and Sathyabama University, is a private, research, STEM-intensive, multi-disciplinary deemed university in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Established in the year 1987 by industrialist Jeppiaar Jesuadimai, it is a Christian minority educational institution with its patron as Saint Anthony.[2] The university is a research institute that specializes in the engineering fields, and has been accredited with Grade "A++" by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and "Category 1 University" by the University Grants Commission (UGC).[3][4]

Sathyabama's main campus is at Sholinganallur, with the dental college nearby at Sithalapakkam and a secondary satellite campus at Sriperumbudur.[5] The main campus spans across a 140-acres suburban setting located along the IT Corridor, and its buildings include a research hospital, three aeronautical hangars, a science research park, a central library, a dental college, a nanotechnology centre, innovation hubs, and 17 STEM-oriented research wings.[6]

The university is an ISO 9001:2008 certified institute and has research partnerships with governmental bodies.[7] In 2016, it built and launched its space weather satellite, known as the SathyabamaSat, in collaboration with ISRO, India's national space agency.[8][9][10] Sathyabama has 15 departments that offer 48 accredited undergraduate programs and 23 accredited postgraduate programs, mostly in the field of engineering, but also in science, technology, law, architecture, medicine, and management.[11]

The institute was known for its enforcement of moral rules and discipline among students, and this has often been met with criticism in the past.[12][13][14] With 15,600 students, it is one of the largest private universities in Tamil Nadu.

History[edit | edit source]

It was founded in 1987 as Sathyabama Engineering College by industrialist Jeppiaar Jesuadimai, as an engineering-focused institution.[15][16] The university was established to provide higher technical education to the Christian minorities residing in Tamil Nadu and other South Indian states. The patron saint of the university is St Anthony. It was formerly known as Sathyabama University, and was renamed as Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST) in 2018 following a central directive by the Indian government. It received its deemed-to-be-university status from the Ministry of Human Resources Development in 2001, under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.

Starting in the late 1990s Sathyabama expanded its curriculum to include courses in science, law and management. The dental college was established in 2009, and is one of the largest university medical centers in Chennai.[17]

Milestones[edit | edit source]

1987 College founded in Chennai, as Sathyabama Engineering College
2001 College renamed as Sathyabama University
2001 Received its "Deemed-to-be-university" status from the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)
2009 Establishment of Sathyabama Dental College
2012 Accredited as "Category A" university by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)
2016 Sathyabama weather satellite "SathyabamaSat" launched with assistance from ISRO
2017 Accredited with Grade "A" by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
2018 Name changed to Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST)
2019 Received 5 QS-stars for excellence
2021 Received National Board of Accreditation (NBA) certification for 11 academic programmes
2023 Second university campus opened near Sriperumbudur
2023 Accredited with Grade "A++" by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
2023 Accredited with "Category-I University" by University Grants Commission (UGC)


Campus[edit | edit source]

The main campus at Sholinganallur was constructed above an old swamp, which has led to severe flooding during the rainy seasons. The campus has many white and blue buildings designed in concentric patterns, and includes 5 hostels for male students and another 5 hostels for female students.[18]

A secondary satellite campus was established at Sriperumpudur, to increase the student in-take.[19] It offers engineering and science courses with the same accreditations as the main campus. The two campuses are approximately 45 kilometers apart.[citation needed]

Location[edit | edit source]

The university is located in Sholinganallur, Chennai. It has a campus of 140 acres.[20] The campus is adjacent to Rajiv Gandhi Salai (formerly known as Old Mahabalipuram Road and popularly known as the "IT Corridor").[21][22] The university also obtained authorization from the Ministry of Education, on the recommendation of the UGC, to open a secondary satellite campus at Vadamangalam, in Sriperumbudur.

Academics[edit | edit source]

Sathyabama University has 15 departments that offer more than 48 accredited undergraduate programs and 23 accredited postgraduate programs. These include:

Departments
Faculty Fields
Faculty of Engineering
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
  • Computer Science and Business Systems
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics
  • Aeronautical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Bio Technology
  • Bio Medical Engineering
  • Engineering Design
Faculty of Architecture
  • Architecture
  • Sustainable Architecture
  • Building Management
  • Landscape Design
  • Interior Design
Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
  • Pharmacy
  • Nursing
  • Physiotherapy
  • Dental Surgery
  • Preventive Dentistry
  • Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics
  • Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
  • Medical Sciences
  • General Medicine
Faculty of Law
  • Law
  • Legal Studies
  • Constitutional Law and Legal Order
  • Intellectual Property Laws
  • Criminal Law
Faculty of Arts, Science and Humanities
  • Business Administration
  • Commerce
  • Financial Accounting
  • Visual Communication
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Mathematics
  • Bio Chemistry
  • Fashion Design
  • Bio Technology
  • Micro Biology
  • Psychology
  • English
  • Bio Informatics and Data Science
  • Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Medical Lab Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Hotel Management and Catering
  • Data Science
  • Information Technology
  • Computer Applications
Faculty of Specialized Engineering
  • Applied Electronics
  • Computer Aided Design
  • Structural Engineering
  • Power Electronics and Industrial Drives
  • Medical Instrumentation
  • Embedded Systems and IoT
  • Mechanical Production Engineering
  • Aeronautical Engineering
  • Robotics Engineering
  • Nanotechnology
  • Aerospace Engineering

Accreditation and certification[edit | edit source]

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology has been accredited with the 'A++' grade by NAAC and is a 'Category 1 University' under the UGC.[23] It has received ISO 9001:2008 certification.[24] The university also received the full five 'QS stars' for excellence by Quacquarelli Symonds, making it one of 40 universities in India to have done so.[25]

The majority of the courses are accredited by national governmental bodies. The university's dental courses are accredited by the Dental Council of India, legal courses are accredited by the Bar Council of India, design courses are accredited by the Council of Architecture, and engineering courses are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.[26]

Collaboration with ISRO[edit | edit source]

The weather satellite SathyabamaSat was launched along with the Cartosat-2C satellite onboard PSLV-C34 on June 22, 2016. The development was initiated in 2009 when ISRO and Sathyabama University signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to work together on the design, construction, development, testing and launch of the experimental weather satellite. Initially, a space technology centre was established at the university to carry out preliminary studies about the project. This included advanced research in rocketry, satellites and space applications, and the project was carried out with the assistance of ISRO scientists over a period of 7 years. As per the university, the objective of the joint project was to provide development experience of compact space systems to students in the aerospace and aeronautical engineering department.[27]

Rankings[edit | edit source]

In 2025, the university was ranked 53rd among universities, 67th among engineering colleges and 93rd overall in India according to NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework).[28] Sathyabama is ranked in the 1201-1400 band[29] in global rankings and 373rd in Asia[30] by the QS World University Rankings system in academic year 2024-2025, and 501st in Asia by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings system in academic year 2024-2025.

University rankings

Research centers and facilities[edit | edit source]

Co-curricular activities[edit | edit source]

Sathyabama University offers on-campus training. Some of the facilities include Inplant Training, Advisory Bureau for Higher Studies, Entrepreneur Development Cell, Guest Lectures, Foreign Language Classes and Sports.[31]

Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology[edit | edit source]

The Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology was established in January 2006. It was upgraded in 2011 with research instrumentation facilities like FE-SEM, XRD, E-beam, DC thermal, RF, AFM, PLD, etc. The centre has a team of scientists working in the fields of Material Sciences, Thin Film Coatings, Nanofabrications, Environmental Nanotechnology, Concrete Research, Marine Biotechnology, Nanobiotechnology and Molecular Medicine, as well as Nanomedical Sciences, Drug Discovery and Polymer Chemistry.[32]

Centre for Advanced Studies[edit | edit source]

The centre for advanced studies was established in 2013 to carry out specialized studies in the fields of genetic research, metallurgy, immunology, and robotics. The institution has developed algorithms that are now used in the university's data labs, computer-integrated security systems and student management logs.[33]

Aeronautical Hangars[edit | edit source]

Sathyabama has three large aeronautical hangars that are a part of the institution's programmes in aviation research. Constructed in 2008, these hangars are used to construct model aircraft, wind turbines, wind-flow panels, and other components of aeronautical engineering.[34] The Sathyabama-ISRO space satellite which was launched in 2016 was also manufactured here.

Central Library[edit | edit source]

The university has a central library, named after its founder Dr. Jeppiaar. The library was constructed in 2001, and currently has more than 313,000 books. It has subscription services to major publishers such as the AICTE, ASME, ASCE, ACM Digital Library, and IEEE engineering journals. Apart from this, the library also has monthly subscriptions to more than 130 journals and 100 magazines.[35] The library is also connected to the staff internet service-link of the university.

Sathyabama TBI (Technology Business Incubator)[edit | edit source]

In 2015, the Technology Business Incubator (TBI) was established with the help of National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), a government agency. The purpose of the center is to create innovations and developments in the entrepreneurship and business fields, and assist students in launching their own startups. The center also carries out research in the employment sector, by analysing current market trends and future potentials.[36]

Centre for Non-Destructive Testing and Evaluation[edit | edit source]

In 2019, the Centre for Non-Destructive Testing and Evaluation was established at the research park in the university. It provides students with workshops, seminars and laboratory training in the fields of testing and evaluation of engineering sectors. The programmes are supervised by the AICTE, a government body. The center is equipped to carry out experiments and trials in ultrasonic testing, thermography, radiography, and other similar areas.[37]

DST-FIST Cloud Computing[edit | edit source]

The Cloud Computing Center was launched to design, develop and integrate computer technology in the university's main server lines. It contains portals and computer laboratories that help deploy and maintain Cloud infrastructure.[38]

Makerspace Lab[edit | edit source]

The Makerspace Lab is one of the newest research facilities at the university, and was established to help assist students in the engineering department to gain skills in the developments related to manufacturing industries. The center uses equipment such as the "Fablab" which has F370, 5 Makerbot+ and 3 Makerbot Z18 technology.[39]

Centre for Drug Discovery and Development[edit | edit source]

The Centre for Drug Discovery and Development (CDDD), which consists of teams specializing in bioactivity, biological chemistry, genomics, and bioprospecting, was established in 2013 to carry out research into the development of New Chemical Entities (NCE) that can be used to eliminate diseases such as HIV and tuberculosis.[40]

Centre for Laboratory Animal Technology and Research[edit | edit source]

The center is accredited by the Committee for the Purpose of Control and Supervision of Experimentation on Animals (CPCSEA) and is GLP-compliant, and was launched to carry out experimental research on common animals such as rodents and study their behavior and response to external factors. It has advanced facilities that allow for animal research within the guidelines of the CPCSEA.[41]

Centre for Molecular and Nanomedical Sciences[edit | edit source]

The Centre for Molecular and Nanomedical Sciences (CMNS) was established as a result of the Nanomedicine and Drug Discovery Lab in 2012, and then expanded into the Molecular and Nanomedicine Research Unit in 2014. It carries out investigations into matters related to biology, organic biology, stem cell studies, cancer and regeneration biology, and other fields. The center collaborates with government research organizations as well.[42]

Centre for Ocean Research[edit | edit source]

The Centre for Ocean Research (COR) was established in the year 2007 as a collaboration between the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) and the university. It specializes in ocean studies and marine technology, and is assisted by the Marine Biotechnological Studies by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), a government agency. It also organizes projects with the government departments to carry out research into earth sciences.[43]

Centre for Climate Change Studies[edit | edit source]

The Centre for Climate Change Studies (CCS) was founded in the year 2011 with the aim of researching the environmental impact of weather and climate changes, and the conservation of sensitive eco-zones such as forest, coral reefs and biospheres. It works together with the Sathyabama Marine Research Station (SMRS) and submits it research findings to the International Research Centre (IRC) at the university.[44]

Centre for Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics[edit | edit source]

The Centre for Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics (CRSG) was founded in 2004 and is supported by ISRO. The purpose of the undertaking is to use Indian satellites to research fields like agriculture, urban studies, and aerial photogrammetry. It also organizes training seminars for students at ISRO laboratories.[45]

Centre of Excellence for Energy Research[edit | edit source]

The Centre of Excellence for Energy Research (CEER) is funded by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), a government body that specializes in education and skill development. It was launched in 2014 and the facility carries out research in solar panels, photovoltaic cells and supercapacitors.[46]

Centre for Earth and Atmospheric Sciences[edit | edit source]

The Centre for Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (CEAS) was established in 2010 with the assistance of Indira Gandhi Atomic Research (IGCAR) and India Meteorological Department (IMD). It features meteorological laboratories and observation towers, and carries out studies in the fields of atmospheric sciences. It researches both manmade and natural disasters, and is equipped to carry out studies in the remote sensing and GIS fields.[47]

Controversies[edit | edit source]

Sathyabama University is known for its strict enforcement of moral rules and discipline among its students in the past, and this has been met with criticism from both students and analysts. There have been several instances of student protests and large-scale violence due to the strict operating protocols of the university.[48][49][50]

Alumni[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Sathyabama University Accolades". 2025.
  2. ↑ "Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (A Christian Minority Institution)". 2025.
  3. ↑ "Sathyabama University".
  4. ↑ "Ratings and Accreditations of Sathyabama University". 2025.
  5. ↑ "Sriperumbudur campus of Sathyabama University". 2025.
  6. ↑ "Buildings in the university". 2025.
  7. ↑ "ISO Certification". Sathyabama. 6 October 2009. Retrieved 21 January 2010.
  8. ↑ "ISRO-Sathyabama satellite".
  9. ↑ "About Us".
  10. ↑ "Sathyabama satellite".
  11. ↑ "Courses offered at SIST". 2025.
  12. ↑ "Educationist who was tough on discipline". The New Indian Express. 2016.
  13. ↑ Smitha, TK (2017). "Sathyabama Univ student blames strict rules for girl's suicide and the violence that followed". The Quint.
  14. ↑ Mathew, Pheba (2015). "What legal action can be taken against the prison-colleges of Tamil Nadu? What's the solution?". The News Minute.
  15. ↑ "Deemed University Status". University Grants Commission (India). 16 July 2001. Archived from the original on 27 July 2010. Retrieved 21 January 2010.
  16. ↑ "Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology | Detail of University". deemed.ugc.ac.in. Retrieved 29 May 2023.
  17. ↑ "School of Dental Sciences". 2025.
  18. ↑ "Campus life in the university". 2025.
  19. ↑ "New Campus at Sriperumbudur".
  20. ↑ "Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Deemed to be University)". Top Universities. Retrieved 16 October 2023.
  21. ↑ "Reaching Sathyabama". Sathyabama University. 2009. Archived from the original on 17 January 2010. Retrieved 21 January 2010.
  22. ↑ "Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology · Jeppiaar Nagar, SH 49A, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119, India". Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology · Jeppiaar Nagar, SH 49A, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119, India. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
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  24. ↑ "ISO Certification". Sathyabama. 6 October 2009. Retrieved 21 January 2010.
  25. ↑ "QS 5 stars rating for Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology".
  26. ↑ "Ratings and Accreditations of Sathyabama University". 2025.
  27. ↑ MADHAVAN, T. (3 May 2016). "'Sathyabamasat' to be launched next month". Chennai. The Hindu. Retrieved 1 November 2016.
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  30. ↑ "QS Asia University Rankings 2025 - Overall". Top Universities. 20 May 2025. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
  31. ↑ "Sathyabama University - The Basic Information that you need to know". Archived from the original on 11 March 2014.
  32. ↑ "Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (CNSNT)". centrefornanotechnology.com. Archived from the original on 5 July 2013.
  33. ↑ "Centre for Advanced Research".
  34. ↑ "Aeronautical Studies".
  35. ↑ "The Central Library".
  36. ↑ "Engineering research".
  37. ↑ "Engineering research".
  38. ↑ "Engineering research".
  39. ↑ "Engineering research".
  40. ↑ "Biological Sciences research".
  41. ↑ "Biological Sciences research".
  42. ↑ "Biological Sciences research".
  43. ↑ "Biological Sciences research".
  44. ↑ "Biological Sciences research".
  45. ↑ "Environmental Sciences research".
  46. ↑ "Environmental Sciences research".
  47. ↑ "Environmental Sciences research".
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