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South Asian University Admission 2024: Courses, Reservation, Scholarship, Entrance Exam

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South Asian University is an International University established in August 2010 by the governments of the eight SAARC countries. The University currently functions from its campus in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, while a new campus is being constructed in Maidan Garhi, South Delhi.

South Asian University offers Masters and Ph.D. degrees in seven fields, which are Economics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, International Studies, Sociology, and Legal Studies. The Master’s degree is a full-time program with the duration of two years and has 30 seats per course. The minimum residency requirement for Ph.D. in SAU is three years. It is a full-time program and has four seats per specialization.

The application process for admission in SAU is common for all courses. Candidates can apply from SAU’s official website.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree for admission to any Master’s program.
Master’s degree is needed for admission to Ph.D. programs.
Selection criteria for all the courses/programs include an entrance test. For Ph.D. candidates, there is an additional step of Personal Interview.
Seats are reserved on the basis of nationality with 50% seats reserved for Indian students.

Name of the University	South Asian University
University Type	Central / International
Basic Admission Criteria	Entrance-based
Application Mode	Online
Scholarship	Yes

Table of Content

SAU Important Dates
SAU MA, M.Sc & LL.M. Admission
SAU Ph.D. Admission
SAU Application Process
SAU Reservation Criteria
SAU Scholarship Details

SAU MA, M.Sc & LL.M. Admission 2023

SAU offers three PG programs in six specializations. Admissions to these programs include clearing an Entrance Test conducted by the University. The minimum educational qualification for applying is a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject with the minimum required percentage.

The entrance exam organized by the University is offline and is conducted in various selected centers in the SAARC countries. It must be noted that the exam will be conducted simultaneously at the centers in each country. Sample question paper is available on SAU official website.

To apply for the program/entrance test, candidates must visit the SAU website. Application process for all the courses are same with the application fee of INR 670/-

Course Name	Specialization	Minimum Eligibility	Selection Criteria
MA	Economics	10+2+3 with Mathematics as one of the subjects of study at 10+2 level or at graduation with at least 50% marks in aggregate.	Entrance Test conducted by the university
	International Relations	10+2+3 with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
	Sociology	10+2+3 with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
M.Sc.	Computer Science	10+2+3-year Bachelor’s degree in CS /relevant subject with Maths at either 10+2 or at graduation level with at least 55% marks in aggregate.
	Applied Mathematics	10+2+3-year Bachelor’s degree with Maths as a subject of study for at least two years with minimum 55% marks in aggregate.
	Biotechnology	10+2+3-year Bachelor’s degree in an area of relevance with Biology as a subject of study at 10+2 and graduation levels with minimum 55% marks in aggregate.
LL.M.		10+2 with a 5-year integrated B.A. LL.B / 10+2 with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree + a 3-year LL.B degree / 10+2 + a 4-year LL.B degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.

Key Points:

Candidates must have a valid three-year Bachelor’s degree with the minimum required percentage (50% for M.A. & LL.M and 55% for M.Sc.)
Candidates who have a four-year Bachelor’s degree/ a 2-year Bachelor’s degree who have also cleared the first year of the Master’s program are also eligible.
50% seats are reserved for Indian students, while the remaining seats are divided between the other SAARC countries
The University prepares separate merit lists for each country and the competition is between candidates of the same country.

SAU Ph.D. Admission 2023

SAU offers the research Ph.D. program in seven specializations. Admission to the Ph.D. program requires the candidate to pass the Entrance test and clear the Personal Interview organized by SAU. The basic eligibility criterion for the program is Master’s degree in the relevant field with the minimum required percentage.

The entrance conducted by the University will be offline and candidates can download sample question papers from SAU website. The test will be conducted at different centers allotted in the SAARC countries.

The candidates can apply for the entrance exam on the official website of SAU. All the courses have the same application process and application fee of INR 670/-

Course Name	Specialization	Minimum Eligibility	Selection criteria
Ph.D.	Economics	Master’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate or an equivalent grade	Entrance Test & Personal Interview
	International Relations
	Sociology
	Applied Mathematics	Master’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate or an equivalent grade
	Biotechnology
	Computer Science
	Legal Studies	Master’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate or an equivalent grade

Key Points:

All Ph.D. programs require candidates to have Master’s degree in the relevant field or equivalent.
50% of seats in Ph.D. programs are reserved for Indian students.

SAU Application Process 2023

The application process is common for all the Master’s degree and Ph.D. programs in SAU. To apply,

Go to the official website of SAU
Select ‘Admissions’ and click on ‘Apply Online’ link
Register and apply online by paying INR 670/-
Payment can be done online or through Bank Draft for the same amount

The bank draft must be sent to Deputy Registrar, Admissions, South Asian University, New Delhi. Candidates must read the instructions carefully and apply accordingly.

SAU Reservation Criteria 2022

SAU reservation criteria for Master’s programs:

50% seats for Indian applicants
4% seats for applicants from Afghanistan, Maldives, Bhutan, Nepal, & Sri Lanka
10% seats for applicants from Pakistan & Bangladesh
10% seats for applicants from outside the SAARC Region.

Separate merit list will be prepared for each country based on performance. If seats allocated to one country are not filled, they will be allocated to applicants from other countries.

For Ph.D. programs, 50% seats are reserved for Indian applicants and the remaining 50% seats for applicants from all the other 7 SAARC countries put together. Two merit lists will be prepared, one for the Indian students and the other for the other seven SAARC countries.

SAU Scholarship Details 2023

Students can avail a few scholarships, fee waivers as well as freeships. Scholarships and freeships are available to students with meritorious academic performance and/or entrance test results. All Ph.D. students will receive tuition fee waiver. The Scholarships/Freeships available to SAU students are:

President’s Scholarships (M.A. / M.Sc. & LL.M students)
SAARC India Silver Jubilee Scholarships for Master’s & Ph.D. programs
SAU Merit Scholarships (M.A. / M.Sc. & LL.M students)
SAU Freeships (M.A. / M.Sc. & LL.M students)
SAU Tuition Fee Waiver for Ph.D. students
Financial Support from SAU for Ph.D. programs

SAU gives financial support to Ph.D. students who do not receive any kind of scholarship/sponsorship or JRF support. All scholarships/fee waivers/freeships are granted for one year and their continuation depends on good conduct and satisfactory performance.

COURSE	ADMISSION LINK
M.Phil/Ph.D in Arts, M.Phil/Ph.D in Law, M.Phil/Ph.D in Science	Admission Link
M.Sc Applied Mathematics, M.Sc Biotechnology, M.Sc Computer Science, MA Sociology	Admission Link

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Answered Questions

South Asian University - [SAU]: 3 answered questions

What is it like to study at South Asian University?

Bikash Verma

08 Jun 21

I have got a relative who recently graduated from SAU. Here is what he had to say about the institute.

Course structure- SAU has a good curriculum for a master's program. SAU offers an extra 6 months project under the guidance of one faculty member that helps you learn the basics of research and especially software like Matlab and Latex.
Faculties- All the lecturers are well-qualified and more inclined towards research work.
Academic environment- SAU gives you all possible facilities such as one-to-one interaction with faculties, study rooms, library, and good peer interaction.
Brand value- SAU is a new university and growing at a slow pace with a few courses available.
Culture- SAU celebrates a multi-culture environment as students of SAARC countries study and live together.
Placements- SAU doesn't provide professional courses and does not have a placement cell. However, it provides a strong background to those interested in academics and research.

Hope this answers your question.

How do I prepare for South Asian University entrance (MA International Relations)?

Akriti Banerjee

11 Apr 23

To prepare for the South Asian University entrance (MA International Relations) exam, here are some steps that you can follow:

Know the syllabus: Go through the syllabus and exam pattern for the South Asian University entrance exam. It will help you to understand the important topics and the weightage of each section. The syllabus typically includes topics such as International Relations Theory, Global Governance, International Political Economy, International Law, and Diplomacy.
Study plan: Prepare a study plan that covers all the topics in the syllabus. You can divide your time according to the weightage of each section, and allocate more time for topics that you find difficult.
Read books and articles: Read books and articles related to International Relations, and focus on authors whose work is often referred to in the field. This will help you to understand the different perspectives and theories related to International Relations.
Mock tests: Practice taking mock tests to get a feel for the exam pattern and to identify areas where you need more practice. You can also time yourself to ensure that you complete the exam within the given time.
Stay updated with current affairs: Keep yourself updated with the latest developments in international politics and news. You can read newspapers, watch news channels, and follow online sources to keep yourself informed.
Practice writing essays: The entrance exam for South Asian University often includes essay questions. Practice writing essays on topics related to International Relations, and focus on presenting a clear and well-structured argument.
Revise and clarify doubts: Make sure to revise all the topics that you have covered, and clarify any doubts that you may have. You can consult your professors, join study groups, or seek help online.

By following these steps, you can prepare yourself for the South Asian University entrance exam and increase your chances of getting admission to the MA International Relations program.

What's the reputation of the South Asian University in Delhi for an MSc in applied mathematics?

Suhani Kashyap

23 Jun 21

South Asian University is a central funded government university. According to my friend studying there, It is not only an exceptional university in India but only one among the records of international universities in the world.

This international university was established by a member of the SAARC.
It was a dream project of Dr. Man Mohan Singh which he had proposed in the 13th SAARC summit held in Dhaka.
It was later in the 14th summit that the establishment of this university was decided to be held in India.
It provides courses of Applied Math, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Development Economics, International relations, Sociology, and Legal Studies.
Its permanent campus is under construction in Maidan Garhi, Delhi while being operated from Akbar Bhawan, Chanakyapuri.
SAARC consists of 8 countries which are India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Therefore, the degree given by the university is recognized by the UGC of all 8 countries.
The tag of SAARC attached would benefit your career in foreign countries as well.

SAU has its own limitations as it is a new university. SAU is yet to be known among the scholarly and creating its name. Due to its less popularity, the entrance competition is not very tough. However, students prefer IITs, DU, and JNU for their post-graduate studies ignoring the high-level facilities provided at SAU.