Sethu Institute of Technology Madurai

What programs are offered at Sethu Institute of Technology?

The institute offers 4-year B.E./B.Tech programs in 11 specializations, including Computer Science & Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Information Technology, Chemical, Agricultural, and specialized streams like Cybersecurity and IoT. Postgraduate options include M.E./M.Tech in areas such as CAD/CAM, Communication Systems, Computer Science, Power Electronics, and Structural Engineering, along with Ph.D. research opportunities in select departments.

Which entrance exams and counseling processes are required for admission?

Undergraduate admissions are through state-level engineering admissions based on 10+2 marks (TNEA). Postgraduate admissions use TANCET or GATE scores along with counseling procedures.

What are the eligibility criteria for B.E./B.Tech and M.E./M.Tech programs?

• For UG: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 50% aggregate (45% for OBC, 40% for SC/ST/MBC/DNC).
• For PG: A relevant bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks is required.

What is the approximate fee structure for 2025?

• B.E./B.Tech programs cost approximately ₹50,000 per year, totaling around ₹2,00,000 for the full duration.
• M.E./M.Tech programs are around ₹50,000 per year.

What are the key admission timelines for 2025?

• UG application window is tentatively from May to June, with counseling in July–August.
• PG admissions begin in January–February, with entrance exams (GATE in February, TANCET in March) and counseling by June–July.

What is the placement record at Sethu Institute of Technology?

Placements show approximately 70–80% placement rates annually, with the highest package reaching up to ₹8 LPA and the average package around ₹4–6 LPA. Recruiters include IT and engineering firms like Zoho, HCL, IBM, Infosys, Wipro, and Renault.

Are scholarships and fee concessions available?

Yes, the college supports government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories, merit-based scholarships, and fee concessions for first-generation graduates and economically disadvantaged students.

What campus facilities are available?

Facilities include smart classrooms, well-equipped labs, digital and physical libraries, seminar halls, hostels for both genders, cafeteria, sports fields, indoor game zones, Wi‑Fi, e-learning systems, medical aid, 24/7 transport, and separate computer centres.

What is the teaching approach and student environment like?

Sethu Institute emphasizes practical learning through workshops, projects, foreign-language and communication training, and technical events. Engineering faculty are well-qualified and student support includes placement training starting from early semesters.

How is student life, internships, and extracurricular participation?

Students engage in technical fests, hackathons, cultural events, sports, and community service. Internship participation is strong, with core-sector and IT internships common by third/fourth year.

“Placement training starts from first year, though some feel it comes at a cost”—student feedback on preparation initiatives.

What is the accreditation and affiliation status?

The institute is autonomous, affiliated with Anna University, and accredited by AICTE, NBA, and NAAC. Several departments are recognized as research centers.

Where is the college located and how can it be accessed?

The campus is located in Pulloor, a suburban area near Virudhunagar–Madurai highway, about 12 km from Madurai Airport, with on-campus transport services and access to regional buses.