Shiv Nadar University

Shiv Nadar University (SNU), Greater Noida is a NAAC ‘A’ Grade accredited, UGC-approved private research university located in Delhi-NCR, established in 2011 under the Shiv Nadar Foundation. Ranked among India’s leading young universities, SNU holds the 85th position in the NIRF 2025 Overall category and 57th in the University category, reflecting its strong focus on teaching quality, research output, and graduate outcomes. The university is built on an interdisciplinary model where students combine depth in a chosen discipline with breadth across the sciences, humanities, engineering, and management.

Spread across a 286-acre fully residential campus in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, SNU offers flagship programmes such as B.Tech, B.Sc. (Research), B.A. (Research), B.Des, BMS, MBA, M.Tech, M.Sc., M.A., and doctoral degrees through its schools of Engineering, Natural Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences, Management & Entrepreneurship, and Communication. Known for its research-driven curriculum, small class sizes, and a mandatory undergraduate research thesis, the university encourages experiential learning through labs, studios, internships, and global exchange partnerships, including a 2+2 programme with Arizona State University.

Admissions are conducted through the university’s own entrance test SNUSAT along with national exams such as JEE Main, SAT, CUET, CAT, XAT, NMAT, and GATE. Shiv Nadar University has a robust placement ecosystem, with the 2025 batch recording a highest package of INR 54.82 LPA and an average package of INR 9.88 LPA, backed by 700+ recruiting partners including Goldman Sachs, D.E. Shaw, IBM, HCL, and Amazon. Generous merit and need-based scholarships, a vibrant residential life, and modern infrastructure make SNU Greater Noida one of the most sought-after private universities in North India.