SRM University AP

What SRM University AP does

SRM University AP is a private multi-disciplinary university located in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, established in 2017 as part of the SRM Group of Institutions. It delivers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across engineering, natural sciences, liberal arts, and management, serving an enrolled student body of more than 10,950 alongside a faculty of 490 and 630 PhD scholars. The institution holds NAAC 'A++' accreditation and UGC recognition, and operates dedicated research units including an AI Technology Institute (AiTI), a Quantum Technology Institute (QuTI), the Next Tech Lab, and the ENNOVAB innovation center.

The university's product surface is anchored in degree programs and extended through research, placement, and global-mobility services. Technical depth is concentrated in quantum computing — including India's first university-based Quantum Reference Facility inaugurated in April 2026 — AI/ML (NLP with reported 99% accuracy in clinical diagnosis, computer vision using VGG16 and InceptionV3 architectures, and generative-AI research), and renewable energy via green-hydrogen partnerships with Haruka Clean Energy and JKSH. Research output is supported by 80 granted patents and a Semester Abroad Program backed by 65+ global university partnerships.

The business model relies on tuition fees across UG, PG, and doctoral programs, supplemented by hostel and ancillary fees, research grants, and industry partnerships. Distribution is enabled by a placement network of 1,190+ recruiting companies and inbound international partnerships. The institution also generates reputational and pipeline value from its SRM Public School K-12 extension, inaugurated in June 2026, which functions as a feeder into the university.

Name

SRM University AP

Legal name

SRM University, Andhra Pradesh

Website

https://srmap.edu.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

SRM University AP is a private multi-disciplinary university in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, established in 2017 under the SRM Group, serving 10,950+ students across engineering, sciences, liberal arts, and management with research depth in AI, quantum computing, and green hydrogen.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technology Transfer & Innovation-Driven Research Universities (High Commercialization) (EDAHABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Comprehensive Doctoral Research Universities (Multi-Disciplinary) (EDAHABAA), STEM-Focused Research Universities (Engineering & Applied Sciences) (EDAHABAB)

Keywords

• Higher education
• Engineering programs
• Quantum computing research
• Postgraduate programs
• Technology education

Headquarters

HQ city

Hyderabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Undergraduate Tuition: Revenue from B.Tech programs including Computer Science, Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, and specialized engineering disciplines. Admission based on SRMJEEE entrance score with online counseling.
2. Postgraduate Programs: Revenue from M.Tech, M.Sc., MBA, and other postgraduate programs across engineering, sciences, liberal arts, and business disciplines.
3. Ph.D. Programs: Doctoral program fees from research scholars across multiple disciplines including AI, cybersecurity, renewable energy, robotics, and social sciences.
4. International Program Fees: Revenue from semester abroad programs, international internships, and pathway programs with partner universities globally.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SRM University AP delivers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral education across engineering, sciences, liberal arts, and business disciplines through its 190-acre Amaravati campus. Its academic portfolio spans B.Tech, M.Tech, B.Sc., M.Sc., B.A., MBA/BBA/B.Com, and PhD programs, complemented by India's first university-based Quantum Reference Facility and AI-integrated postgraduate programs in Economics and Psychology. The university further provides semester-abroad and global-immersion programs with 65+ international partner universities.

Product overview

SRM University-AP is a private university in Andhra Pradesh offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational programs and research facilities. The university operates through three academic schools (School of Engineering & Sciences, Easwari School of Liberal Arts, Paari School of Business) and two specialized institutes (AI Technology Institute and Quantum Technology Institute). Core offerings include undergraduate B.Tech programs in engineering disciplines, postgraduate M.Tech programs in specialized engineering fields, and AI-integrated M.Sc programs in Economics and Psychology. The university distinguishes itself through India's first Quantum Reference Facility on campus, enabling quantum technology research and validation. Additional products include student innovation labs (Next Tech Lab, ENNOVAB), the Teaching Learning Centre for faculty development, and international mobility programs (Semester Abroad, International Internships, Global Immersion) with 65+ global university partnerships. Research infrastructure includes a Health Centre and extensive laboratory facilities supporting multidisciplinary research across AI, quantum computing, green hydrogen, and other emerging technologies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• School of Engineering and Sciences (SEAS): Engineering and applied sciences school offering B.Tech, M.Tech, B.Sc., and M.Sc. programs
• Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA)
• Paari School of Business (PSB)
• AI Technology Institute (AiTI)
• Quantum Technology Institute (QuTI)

Products and services

• B.Tech Programs
• M.Tech Programs
• M.Sc Economics and M.Sc Psychology (AI-Integrated)
• B.Sc. (Hons) / B.Sc. Programs
• M.Sc. Programs (Sciences)
• B.A. (Hons) / B.A. Programs
• BBA, MBA and B.Com Programs
• Ph.D. Programs
• Quantum Reference Facility (QRF)

Quantifiable outcome

• 55 LPA highest salary offered to students through campus placement
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability9 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, supporting and regional.

• Haruka Clean Energy Private LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2026SRM University-AP partnered with Haruka Clean Energy to develop renewable energy solutions including green hydrogen and battery storage systems. The MoU establishes a pilot hydrogen-powered street lighting system on campus in Amaravati, providing hands-on exposure to green hydrogen and fuel cell-based smart microgrid technology. The project aims to position Andhra Pradesh as a green hydrogen hub.
• IBMcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026SRM University-A.P. hosted a quantum algorithms workshop in collaboration with IBM and the State government. IBM Quantum and Qbit Force experts led technical sessions on quantum algorithms, error mitigation, and fault-tolerant systems as part of India's '100 quantum algorithms' mission. Part of Amaravati Quantum Valley Project.
• JK Srivastava Hynfra (JKSH)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 February 2026MoU signed to collaborate on green hydrogen research and innovation in Andhra Pradesh. Aligns with state's goal of producing 1.5 MMTPA of green hydrogen and ambition to become India's Green Hydrogen Hub by 2030. JK Srivastava Group's Rs 35,000 crore investment for green ammonia industry in Srikakulam supports this partnership.
• QBit ForcecoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner for developing quantum computing systems at SRM University. QBit Force developed the 1S quantum testbed at SRM University Amaravati using superconducting technology operating at temperatures nearing -273 degrees Celsius. Dr L Venkata Subramaniam, Founder of QBit Force, led the technical development.
• Qubitech / QBit ForcecoreTechnology or IntegrationDeveloped India's first open-access quantum computer testbeds at Amaravati Quantum Valley. Qubitech's Quantum Characterisation Facility QU-414 at Medha Towers and SRM University's Bharat Quantum Reference Facility. Built at approximately Rs 15 crore compared to conventional setups costing 50% more.
• Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)majorTechnology or IntegrationProvided technical support for quantum computing infrastructure development. Supplied superconducting qubit processors and quantum control electronics for the Bharat Quantum Reference Facility. Part of National Quantum Mission ecosystem.
• Indian Institute of Science (IISc) BangaloremajorTechnology or IntegrationTechnical partner providing expertise for quantum technology development. Contributed to the indigenous quantum computing systems under the National Quantum Mission.
• DRDO DYSL PunemajorTechnology or IntegrationProvided technical support including dilution refrigerator systems for quantum computing testbeds. Dr R V Haraprasad, Director General, NHTL, DRDO emphasized importance of quantum technologies for defence applications.
• Amber EnterprisessupportingTechnology or IntegrationComponent supplier for quantum computing systems, providing domestically sourced parts as part of the indigenous supply chain for the Bharat Quantum Reference Facility.
• Qute ElectronicssupportingTechnology or IntegrationSupplied quantum control electronics and other components for the indigenous quantum computing testbeds at SRM University.
• DimirasupportingTechnology or IntegrationComponent supplier for quantum computing infrastructure, contributing to the domestic supply chain ecosystem for the quantum reference facilities.
• Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) MalaysiamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partnership for global immersion programs and semester exchange. MoU signed with UTP Malaysia featuring 17 students and two faculty members. Short courses on Latex, R Statistics, Energy Management conducted. Cultural exchange and joint research initiatives.
• INTI International University MalaysiamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner37 SRM students (10 from Paari School of Business, 27 from SEAS) participating in semester abroad program. INTI ranked #516 QS World University Rankings 2025 with QS Rising Star Award.
• Middlesex University DubaisupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal immersion partnership through Immersion Global. Students participated in Winter Immersion Programme 2024 gaining insights into business models, Design Thinking, Digital Marketing, and AI in Business Leadership.
• Chang Gung University TaiwansupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic partnership for student and faculty exchange. Dr Ashu Abdul completed PhD from Chang Gung University Taiwan, indicating research collaboration.
• 65+ Global University PartnersmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with universities across USA (UC Berkeley, Illinois Institute, Notre Dame), UK (University of Dundee, Edinburgh Napier), Australia (James Cook University, Monash), Europe, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, South Korea, Israel, and other countries for semester abroad, pathway programs, and research collaborations.
• Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA)regionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerAPCRDA collaborating with SRM University for free skill development training programs for unemployed youth in Amaravati. Initiative aims to enhance employability and create livelihood opportunities in the capital region.
• DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDRDO Chairman Samir V. Kamat visited SRM University-A.P. and called for collaborative defence research ecosystem. University has ongoing research in quantum navigation systems, AI, and green hydrogen. DRDO looking to collaborate with university for early-stage technology development.
• NRI Medical College and HospitalsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMOU for patient referral services from university health centre. Part of healthcare infrastructure support for campus community.
• Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control BoardregionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerChairman P. Krishnaiah delivered keynote at SRM University-AP emphasizing technology and innovation for environmental protection. Discussed circular economy and waste management under 'Waste to Wealth' policy.
• State Government of Andhra PradeshcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborating on quantum computing initiatives including workshop on advanced quantum algorithms. Part of state's Quantum Mission to position Andhra Pradesh as quantum technology hub.

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• KIIT University: Large private university in eastern India with comparable engineering, management, and law programs, plus extensive international partnerships. Comparable in scale and tuition-led model, but primarily competes in a different geographic catchment.

Direct peers

• Shiv Nadar University: Private research-led university with a strong focus on interdisciplinary STEM, AI, and design. Comparable in research orientation, faculty quality, and emphasis on undergraduate research — though smaller and more selective.
• Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham: Multi-campus private deemed university with a strong research focus in engineering, AI, quantum, and life sciences. Highly comparable as a private, research-intensive university with emerging technology programs and similar placement-driven positioning.
• Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT): One of India's largest private engineering and research universities, with similar B.Tech, M.Tech, and PhD programs across engineering, sciences, and management. Closely comparable in business model (tuition-led, private, research-active) and target student segment.
• BITS Pilani: Premier private Indian university known for engineering, sciences, and the integrated first-degree programs. Highly comparable target segment (top-tier Indian students seeking industry-ready STEM and tech education) and similar tuition-led private model.
• Chandigarh University: Fast-growing private university with aggressive marketing, scholarship-driven admissions, and a broad engineering/management/law portfolio. Comparable in growth trajectory, scholarship-led pricing, and employer-driven marketing.
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE): Large private deemed university offering a comparable mix of engineering, business, and liberal arts programs. Comparable in scale, multi-school structure, and emphasis on placements and international partnerships.

Broad incumbents

• SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST): The flagship campus of the same SRM Group in Tamil Nadu, offering a comparable portfolio of engineering, science, and management programs at a much larger scale. Directly comparable as it shares the same brand, governance, and parent company, but is the more established and significantly larger institution.

Emerging players

• IIIT Hyderabad: Specialised technology university with strong AI/ML, computer science, and research programs. Comparable in technology-focused curriculum, research output per student, and employer outcomes, though narrower in disciplinary scope.
• Ashoka University: Premier private liberal arts and sciences university with interdisciplinary programs and strong faculty credentials. Comparable in its effort to build differentiated, interdisciplinary undergraduate and postgraduate programs targeting top Indian students, though SRM AP has a heavier STEM and applied sciences mix.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/SRMUAP
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/srmuap
• Instagraminstagram.com/srmuap

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

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