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      SAU Delhi Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff & Application Form

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      Updated on Sep 29 2025, 03:30 PM IST

      SAU Delhi Admission Process

      South Asian University, New Delhi (SAU Delhi), offers various programmes at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. SAU Delhi also offers integrated programmes. Besides these, various online programmes are also provided by SAU Delhi.

      Every programme has different minimum eligibility criteria, and students are required to meet the eligibility criteria for SAU Delhi admission. There are different modes of admission at SAU Delhi, such as SAUET, which is conducted by the university for admission to various programmes. For direct admission, candidates are required to appear for the National Level Test, like JEE MAIN, CMAT, etc., and for the virtual campus, an entrance exam or national-level entrance is not required.

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      South Asian University Registration Process 2025-26

      • Candidates must ensure that they meet the minimum eligibility criteria for their chosen programme.

      • Students must visit the official SAU admission portal (https://admissions.sau.ac.in/) and select the course and mode of admission.

      • Fill the application form and upload the necessary documents.

      • Students have to pay the application fee prescribed by the college.

      • After that, candidates have to appear for the SAU entrance examination or submit valid national-level test scores (As applicable).

      • Final SAU Delhi admission is confirmed after the counselling or the merit list.

      SAU Delhi Admission 2025-26 for UG Courses

      SAU Delhi provides admission for B.Tech and B.Tech+M.Tech (integrated) in various specialisations. SAU Delhi duration of B.Tech programmes is 4 years, and for Integrated B.Tech+M.Tech is 5 years. These programmes provide a strong foundation in computing, algorithms, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and software engineering.

      South Asian University UG Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

      Couse

      Seat Intake

      Eligibility Criteria 

      B.Tech

      360

      10+2 with physics and mathematics as compulsory subjects with a minimum of 65% marks + JEE Main / SAU entrance test

      B.Tech+M.Tech (integrated)

      -

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      SAU Delhi UG Admission Procedure 2025-26

      • Candidates must qualify 10+2 in the Science stream (having mathematics and Physics as mandatory subjects) with a minimum of 65% marks in aggregate.

      • Candidates can apply through the JEE Main score for direct South Asian University admission, or can appear for the SAU entrance test.

      • Shortlisted students have to appear for the counselling procedure.

      • Final South Asian University admission will be done after the seat allotment process, document verification and fee payment

      SAU Delhi Admission for M.Tech programmes 2026

      South Asian University, Delhi, offers admission to M.Tech programmes with various specialisations, and the duration of the M.Tech programme is 2 years. SAU Delhi offers an advanced curriculum that focuses on research and development in various fields like artificial intelligence, computer science, cybersecurity, etc. SAU Delhi M.Tech programmes are designed to help students in their analytical thinking, problem-solving solving and technical skills.

      SAU Delhi M.Tech Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

      Course

      Seat Intake

      Eligibility Criteria

      M.Tech

      30

      Must have obtained 55% in their 4-year relevant UG course or relevant master’s degree  + GATE/SAU Entrance test

      SAU Delhi M.Tech Admission Procedure 2025-26

      • Candidates should check their minimum eligibility criteria, which is set by SAU Delhi.

      • Candidates have to apply with a valid GATE score for direct admission, or they have to appear for SAU entrance test.

      • After that, students have to go through the SAU counselling procedure or national-level counselling.

      • Once the seat allocation process is done, students have to submit their documents for verification purposes and pay the required fee.

      South Asian University Admission for PG courses 2025-26

      SAU Delhi offers various postgraduate programmes with different specialisations in the field of education, sciences, law, computer application and administration, such as MA, LLM, M.Sc., MS, MCA, MBA, and Executive MBA. SAU Delhi minimum eligibility criteria are slightly different for various programmes. SAU Delhi seat intake is mentioned below according to South Asian University admission brochure 2025 from the official website. 

      SAU Delhi PG Courses Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

      Course

      Seat IntakeEligibility Criteria

      M.A.

      90

      55% marks in a BA/B.Sc. degree from a recognised university

      LLM

      30

      55% marks in BA/BBA/BSc/LLB from a recognised university

      M.Sc.

      90

      55% marks in B.A./B.Sc. degree in Mathematics/Computer Science/Statistics or related from a recognised university

      SAU Delhi Admission Procedure 2026 for PG courses

      • Students have to meet the minimum eligibility criteria to get SAU Delhi Admission.

      • If a candidate wants to apply for direct admission, they have to submit valid national-level test scores during the application process.

      • Otherwise, they are required to appear for the SAU entrance test, except for some courses like Executive MBA.

      • After that, they have to register for SAU counselling procedure in which a seat is allotted on the basis of test score and availability of seats.

      • Final SAU Delhi admission will be done after the document verification and fee payment.

      SAU Delhi Admission for Ph.D 2026

      SAU Delhi offers doctoral programmes with various specialisations such as biotechnology, computer science, economics, international relations, and many more. SAU Delhi also offers executive Ph.D programmes in various specialisations like sociology, mathematics, physics, economics, etc. The duration of these programmes is 5 years.

      SAU Delhi Ph.D Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

      Course

      Seat Intake 

      Eligibility Criteria

      Ph.D

      42

      Relevant PG degree with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent + National level test/SAU Entrance test

      SAU Delhi Ph.D Admission Procedure 2025-26

      • For Ph.D and executive Ph.D programmes, students must ensure that they meet the minimum eligibility criteria before proceeding with the application.

      • Students are required to appear for the national-level test or SAU entrance test for PhD admission.

      • Students must register themselves for the counselling procedure for seat allotment.

      • Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and research presentation.

      • Final SAU Delhi admission to Ph.D and executive Ph.D will be done after the verification of documents and fee payment.

      Documents Required for South Asian University Admission

      • 10th and 12th Marksheets & Certificates

      • Graduation Marksheets & Degree Certificate (for PG/Ph.D. admissions)
        Postgraduation Marksheets & Degree Certificate (for Ph.D. admissions)

      • Entrance Exam Scorecard

      • Migration Certificate (if applicable)

      • Character Certificate from the last attended institution

      • Category Certificate (if applicable)

      • Research Proposal & Synopsis (for Ph.D. candidates)

      • Any Identification Proof

      Note: Students have to submit the above-mentioned documents before the deadline to avoid any complications in admission.

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      FAQ’s

      Frequently Asked Questions
      Q: Can national-level exam scores from other SAARC nations be used?
      A:

      Yes, non-indian SAARC candidates can apply using their respective national test scores or qualifying marks for South Asian University admission.

      Q: What MA programmes does SAU offer?
      Q: Should candidates have to appear for any entrance examination for virtual campus programmes?
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      Student Reviews for SAU Delhi

      Average Rating

      4.3
      Rating given by students

      Total Reviews

      3
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      Overall

      4.3

      Infrastructure

      4.3

      Placements

      3.7

      Campus Life

      4.7

      Academics

      4.3

      Value for Money

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      UNIQUE AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

      Anonymous Posted on 11 Jan'25
      3.8

      Academics

      Master's Programs: SAU provides master's degrees in various fields, including: MSc in Applied Mathematics MSc in Biotechnology MSc in Computer Science MA in Economics (with specialization in Economic Development) MA in International Relations MA in Sociology Doctoral Programs: SAU offers doctoral programs in: Biotechnology Computer Science Economics International Relations Legal Studies Mathematics Sociology

      College Infra

      The 100-acre campus houses faculty buildings, state-of-the-art laboratories, and a comprehensive library, fostering an environment conducive to advanced learning and research. Hostel Accommodation: offering partially furnished shared accommodations across six towers. Common areas include study rooms, and GYM. The hostel fee for SAARC region students is US $60 per academic semester

      Campus Life

      Students comes all over south Asian countries(SAARC) Campus life at South Asian University (SAU) is vibrant and enriching, providing students with a well-rounded experience. The university fosters academic excellence through interdisciplinary learning and extensive research opportunities, supported by modern facilities. Students can engage in a wide range of extracurricular activities through various cultural societies, festivals, and events that celebrate diversity. On-campus housing, recreational areas, and fitness centers ensure a comfortable living environment, while student support services like counseling and career guidance further enhance student well-being and professional development. Overall, SAU's campus life encourages both academic growth and personal enrichment in a collaborative, culturally diverse setting

      Placements

      Mostly research based environment. SAU Delhi's placement rate for its postgraduate programs ranges from 70% to 80%, with an average annual salary package of around ₹5 to ₹6 lakhs . and it based on the market and skill of individual.

      Value For Money

      The tuition fees are relatively affordable compared to many international institutions, especially considering the comprehensive academic programs and high-quality infrastructure provided. Additionally, the cost of living in Delhi is reasonable for students, and on-campus hostels further enhance the value for money
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      Best college with great facilities

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      Ritik Posted on 21 Feb'24
      Ph.D Economics - Batch of 2027-01-01
      4.6

      Academics

      Intellectual challenging environment for research and research purpose. This college is very known for doctorate and I currently enrolled in PhD degree in economics my area of research is development economics and international development.

      College Infra

      South asian University situation in new Delhi the capital of India .It is an international University have a decent infrastructure.College having a big library and a computer labs with working desktop . Classroom was clean with smart boards.

      Placements

      This college is best for PhD but placement is not provided to us .I got admission here after net jrf exam qualified.As I am jrf junior research fellowship so I got a stipend from ugc as forty two thousand per month.
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      A learning curve

      Mohammad Posted on 17 Jun'15
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      when was the last date of applying admisiion 2021 in pg courses in SAU as the application form is again reopened

      Hello,

      Application form South Asian University released on 22nd February, and the last date was 30th March, but on 8th April it was reopened, so if you're interested to apply then you can register by visiting the official website at http://www.sau.int/admissions/admission-notice.html#admMaster, click on "Apply Now" and proceed further, you can

      11 Apr'21
      where can i get topic wise sllybus for ma economics for sau entrance 2020. On the website only subjects are written like microeconomics ,macroeconomics, mathematical economics.

      hello,


      Unfortunately, this is not only for economics, all subjects have topics listed like this because these will be the topics that will have questions in the exams. These are the broadly mentioned topics and anything under them can Come in the paper. SAU Entrance Exam 2020 contains 100 MCQ’s

      K
      11 Nov'20
      please tell me the last date to apply for MA Economics pg course

      Dear Mohit,

      According to the official website of St Josephs Degree and PG college, the college does not provide a Masters course in Economics unfortunately. But I can provide the list of 3 top  colleges which does provide a MA Economics which can be helpful to you:

      • Delhi School of
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