SASTRA University, Thanjavur is recognised for its academic excellence and research contributions across Engineering, Science, Management, Law, and Humanities. Consistently featured in national and international ranking lists, SASTRA has secured top positions in the NIRF rankings and earned prestigious accreditations, reflecting its sustained competitiveness and institutional strength.
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SASTRA University NIRF Overall and University Rankings
SASTRA University has maintained a strong presence in the NIRF Overall and University categories. In 2023, it achieved an impressive 15th rank in the Overall category and 22nd in the University category, showcasing its broad academic excellence. In 2024, the university ranked 47th in the Overall category, reflecting a slight decline but still securing a position among India’s top institutions. These rankings highlight SASTRA’s ability to uphold high standards across diverse disciplines.
| Year | Overall Rank | University Rank |
| 2023 | 15 | 22 |
| 2024 | 47 | - |
SASTRA University NIRF Engineering Rankings
SASTRA’s B.E./B.Tech programs have consistently ranked among the top engineering institutions in India. In NIRF 2023, SASTRA secured the 24th position, a significant improvement from its 34th rank in 2022. In 2024, it ranked 38th, indicating a minor fluctuation but maintaining its place within the top 50 engineering institutes. This trajectory underscores SASTRA’s sustained academic performance and recognition in the competitive engineering landscape.
| Year | Engineering Rank |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 38 |
SASTRA University NIRF Law Rankings
SASTRA University’s Law programs have also gained prominence, with a 17th rank in NIRF 2023 and an improved 14th rank in NIRF 2024. This upward movement reflects the university’s growing reputation in legal education and its commitment to delivering high-quality programs in this field.
| Year | Law Rank |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 14 |
SASTRA University Additional Accolades
SASTRA University has earned significant national and international recognition for its academic and research contributions:
- NAAC Accreditation: Re-accredited in the IV cycle with an A++ grade (3.76/4.00), making SASTRA the top university of its type in Tamil Nadu.
- Washington Accord (2005): The visiting team, led by Dr. Douglas Ruth, praised SASTRA’s “better than world-class undergraduate engineering facility” after its assessment in January 2005.
- IET Accreditation: 12 engineering programs accredited for 9 years by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), UK, recognizing academic excellence.
- TCS Accreditation: ‘A’ grade (highest) for B.Tech and MBA programs, placing SASTRA among elite institutes.
- Institution of Engineers (India): All eligible B.Tech programs accredited.
- Times Higher Education 2024: Ranked in the 1201–1500 band in the World University Rankings, affirming its global standing.
SASTRA University Year-on-Year Ranking Overview
SASTRA University’s year-on-year ranking performance demonstrates resilience and adaptability. The significant improvement in the Engineering category from 34th in 2022 to 24th in 2023, followed by a slight decline to 38th in 2024, reflects dynamic competition and evolving NIRF parameters. The Law category saw consistent progress, moving from 17th in 2023 to 14th in 2024. In the Overall category, SASTRA’s rank of 15th in 2023 and 47th in 2024 indicates sustained national relevance despite increased competition. The stable performance in the University category (22nd in 2023) and international recognition from Times Higher Education further emphasize SASTRA’s ability to maintain high academic and institutional standards across disciplines.
