SASTRA University Overview Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy, known as SASTRA University, is a private university in the town of Thirumalaisamudram, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India. Established in 1984 as Shanmugha College of Engineering, is a prominent educational institution in Tamil Nadu. It was granted the status of a deemed-to-be-university by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 2001. With over 36 years of growth, SASTRA has emerged as one of India's leading universities, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in diverse fields such as Engineering, Management, Law, Sciences, Humanities, and Education. It is renowned for its academic excellence, research initiatives, and strong industry collaborations. The university is re-accredited by NAAC with an 'A++' grade (3.76/4.00) and is ranked 47th by NIRF 2024 under the Overall category, 28th in the University category, and 38th in the Engineering category. It is recognized by the Government of India as a Scientific & Industrial Research Organization and offers internationally accredited engineering programs. With a focus on academic rigor, innovation, and student development, SASTRA University continues to maintain a strong reputation both nationally and internationally.