SRM Institute of Science and Technology
(SRM Chennai)Last Updated: Jun 08, 2026
Established
1985
Campus Size
250.00 Acres
Total Students
52,000
Faculty
3,200
Student-Faculty
16:1
SRM Institute's Rankings and Recognition in Engineering and Technology
SRM Institute of Science and Technology Rankings 2024-25
SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) is ranked #33 Overall and #36 in Engineering in NIRF 2024. SRM holds NAAC A++ accreditation with a CGPA of 3.56/4.0 and QS India ranking of #21. The KTR (Kattankulathur) campus is the primary contributor to these rankings. SRM has been steadily improving its research output and placement metrics, though it trails BITS, VIT, and Manipal in most ranking frameworks.
Rankings Summary - Year-wise
| Ranking Framework | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF Overall | #33 | #36 | #33 |
| NIRF Engineering | #36 | #38 | #33 |
| QS World | 801-850 | 801-1000 | 1001-1200 |
| QS India | #21 | #23 | #25 |
| QS Asia | 201-220 | 251-300 | 301-350 |
| THE World | 801-1000 | 1001-1200 | 1001-1200 |
Accreditations & Recognition
- NAAC: A++ grade (3.56/4.0 CGPA)
- UGC: Deemed University (established 1985, Deemed status since 2004)
- NBA: Multiple programmes accredited; NBA accreditation supports international recognition through the Washington Accord
- AACSB: SRM School of Management has AACSB accreditation - rare among Indian institutions
- International: Partnerships with 160+ universities across 40+ countries
Peer Comparison - Top 5 Private Engineering Colleges
| College | NIRF 2024 | QS India 2025 | NAAC Grade | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITS Pilani | #24 Overall, #27 Engg | QS India #6 | NAAC A | Deemed University (IoE) |
| VIT Vellore | #12 Overall, #17 Engg | QS India #14 | NAAC A++ | IoE Status |
| SRM Chennai | #33 Overall, #36 Engg | QS India #21 | NAAC A++ | Deemed University |
| MIT Manipal | #52 Overall, #44 Engg | QS India #18 | NAAC A++ | IoE Status |
| Thapar Patiala | #46 Overall, #38 Engg | QS India #32 | NAAC A++ | Deemed University |
SRM Chennai Rankings 2025
SRM Chennai is ranked by 2 major ranking bodies as of 2025. The institution is ranked #25 in Engineering by NIRF; #25 in Overall by QS India.
NIRF
#25
Engineering · 2025
Score: 62.30
QS India
#25
Overall · 2025
Score: 55.80
NIRF Rankings
National Institutional Ranking Framework by the Ministry of Education, Government of India
| Category | Year | Rank | Score | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 2025 | #25 |
62.30
|
2 |
| Engineering | 2024 | #23 |
63.20
|
— |
2025 vs 2024: 1 declined
QS India Rankings
Quacquarelli Symonds Indian University Rankings
| Category | Year | Rank | Score | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 2025 | #25 |
55.80
|
2 |
| Overall | 2024 | #23 |
56.70
|
— |
2025 vs 2024: 1 declined
How SRM Chennai Compares
NIRF Engineering Rankings - Top 10 Institutions
| Institution | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank | Score | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| # | - | - | - | |
| #1 | #1 | 91.10 | - | |
| #2 | #3 | 89.80 | 1 | |
| #3 | #3 | 83.65 | - | |
| #4 | #3 | 86.70 | 1 | |
| #5 | #6 | 85.10 | 1 | |
| #6 | #6 | 82.90 | - | |
| #7 | #8 | 80.50 | 1 | |
| #8 | #7 | 78.60 | 1 | |
| #9 | #11 | 77.40 | 2 |
Latest News about SRM Chennai
SRM IST Launches Centre for AI and Quantum Computing Research in Chennai Campus
Apr 22, 2026
SRM IST Records Highest-Ever Placements with 1,200+ Offers in 2025-26 Season
Apr 22, 2026
SRM IST Retains NAAC A++ Grade, Ranked 18th Among Indian Universities by NIRF 2025
Apr 22, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions - SRM Institute of Science and Technology Rankings
Q: What is the NIRF ranking of SRM Chennai?
SRM is ranked #33 Overall and #36 in Engineering in NIRF 2024. While this is lower than BITS (#24) and VIT (#12), SRM has shown improvement from #36 (2023) to #33 (2024) in the Overall category.
Q: Does SRM have NAAC A++ grade?
Yes. SRM holds NAAC A++ accreditation with a CGPA of 3.56/4.0. This is a strong grade, though slightly lower than VIT (3.66) and comparable to Manipal and Thapar.
Q: How does SRM compare with VIT in rankings?
VIT significantly outranks SRM: NIRF #12 vs #33 (Overall), QS India #14 vs #21, and QS World 641-650 vs 801-850. The gap is primarily driven by VIT's stronger research output, higher per-capita placements, and longer-established brand. SRM is improving but the gap remains substantial.
Q: What is SRM's global ranking?
SRM is ranked 801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2025 and #21 in QS India. In THE Rankings, SRM ranks 801-1000. SRM's global ranking has improved from 1001-1200 (2022) to 801-850 (2024), showing a significant upward trajectory.
Q: Does SRM KTR ranking apply to other SRM campuses?
The NIRF ranking covers SRMIST as a single institution. However, the KTR campus (established 1985) contributes the majority of research and placement metrics. Ramapuram, Vadapalani, AP, and NCR campuses benefit from the shared ranking but have varying quality levels. For placement purposes, KTR is significantly stronger.
Q: What is special about SRM's AACSB accreditation?
SRM School of Management has AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accreditation - one of the most prestigious global business school accreditations. Fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide have AACSB accreditation. This is a unique distinction that no other private engineering university in this comparison holds.