SR University

What SR University does

SR University is a private multidisciplinary university headquartered on a 165-acre campus in Ananthasagar, Hasanparthy (Warangal/Hanumakonda), Telangana, India, with a corporate office in Hyderabad. Founded circa 1976 (previously known as SR Engineering College), the institution claims 50 years of academic heritage and now operates six schools covering Computer Science & AI, Engineering, Business (Astra), Agriculture (ICAR-accredited), Sciences & Humanities, and Design (in partnership with Hamstech). It is supported by 7,500+ faculty and staff and an alumni network of 5 lakh+ across multiple decades.

The university operates a portfolio of more than 12 specialized research centers including the Centre for AI & Deep Learning (CAIDL, an NVIDIA DLI University Ambassador site), Centre for Emerging Energy Technologies (CEET), Centre for Nanomaterials (CNM), Centre for Materials & Manufacturing (CMM), and the SRiX Technology Business Incubator, which has supported 171+ startups with Rs 36 Cr+ raised and Rs 7.2 Cr+ disbursed. Its technology stack includes Microsoft Azure, Google Colab, NVIDIA GPU resources, and LabView, with a cited IP portfolio of 850+ patents filed and 4,700+ research publications. International exposure is delivered through 2+2 pathways with the University of Melbourne (Bachelor of Science Advanced Honours) and the International Engineering Program with US universities (UMass Lowell, University of New Haven, University of Missouri, University of Central Missouri).

SR University generates revenue primarily through tuition fees with three identified streams: domestic tuition (B.Tech at Rs 1,30,000/year), international program fees ($3,000-$6,000/year depending on program), and placement-driven employer engagement via the Center for Student Services and Placements (CSSP). Distribution is direct-to-consumer through EAMCET counseling, online admissions, and international offices in 16 countries, supplemented by 150+ corporate recruiters including Microsoft, Amazon, Cisco, JP Morgan, PayPal, TCS, Infosys, and Wipro delivering a 95%+ placement rate. The university is positioned for growth through 2+2 international pathways, new accreditations (ICAR, NIRF 91, THE World Rankings 801-1000), and tech-vendor partnerships (Microsoft, NVIDIA, Siemens, AWS).

Name

SR University

Legal name

SR University

Website

https://sru.edu.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

SR University is a private multidisciplinary university in Telangana, India, offering engineering, AI, agriculture, business, and design programs to domestic and international students, with strong employer placements and a technology startup incubator.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Doctoral Research Universities (Multi-Disciplinary) (EDAHABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Technology Transfer & Innovation-Driven Research Universities (High Commercialization) (EDAHABAH), STEM-Focused Research Universities (Engineering & Applied Sciences) (EDAHABAB)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Engineering degree programs
• Technology business incubation
• International study programs
• Agricultural education

Headquarters

HQ city

Hanumakonda

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Domestic Tuition Fees: Primary revenue stream from tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Domestic tuition for B.Tech is Rs 1,30,000 per year. Fee varies by program with B.Sc. Agriculture ICAR accredited programs at Rs 2,25,000 per semester for international students and BBA programs starting at Rs 1,500 per semester for international students.
2. International Program Fees: Revenue from 2+2 study abroad programs with University of Melbourne where students pay SR University for years 1-2 (Rs 2.5-3.8 lakhs per year) and then University of Melbourne for years 3-4. Also IEP programs with USA universities.
3. Placement Services: Center for Student Services and Placements (CSSP) coordinates placement activities with over 150+ recruiters. Revenue generated through student placement facilitation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SR University is a private multi-disciplinary university that delivers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs across engineering, computer science and AI, business, agriculture, sciences, and design through six academic schools and multiple specialized research centers. It supplements academic instruction with the SRiX Technology Business Incubator (171+ startups launched), campus placement services with 150+ recruiters, and international 2+2 pathways to the University of Melbourne and US universities. Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees, international program fees, and placement-related services.

Product overview

SR University is a private university in Telangana, India with 50 years of academic excellence, offering a comprehensive multi-disciplinary education platform across multiple schools: School of Computer Science & AI (with specializations in AI & ML, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Gaming/AR/VR, Robotics), School of Engineering (ECE, EEE in partnership with Siemens/TVS.TG, Mechanical in partnership with Cyient, Civil in partnership with DivyaSree NSL), Astra School of Business, School of Agriculture (ICAR-accredited), School of Sciences & Humanities, and School of Design (powered by Hamstech). The university operates specialized research centers including Center for AI & Deep Learning, Center for Embedded Systems & IoT, Center for Emerging Energy Technologies, Center for Materials & Manufacturing, Centre for Nanomaterials, Center for Design, Collaboratory for Social Innovation, and Center for Experiential Learning. SRiX Technology Business Incubator supports startup ecosystem with 171+ startups. The institution offers international programs through partnerships with University of Melbourne (2+2 B.Sc. program) and US universities via International Engineering Program (IEP).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SRiX: Technology Business Incubator that helps launch startups and provides industry connections
• SRiX Innovation Exchange
• SRiX
• Astra School of Business
• SRiX Technology Business Incubator
• Center for Student Services and Placements (CSSP)
• Career Guidance Cell (CGC)

Products and services

• School of Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence Undergraduate and postgraduate programs in computer science and artificial intelligence with specializations in AI & ML, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Gaming AR/VR, and Robotics & Automation. Microsoft partners on curriculum and Azure platforms; NVIDIA DLI supports deep learning workshops.
• School of Engineering Engineering departments in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (in partnership with Siemens and TVS.TG), Mechanical Engineering (in partnership with Cyient), and Civil Engineering (in partnership with DivyaSree NSL Infrastructure). NBA Tier-1 accredited.
• Astra School of Business Business school offering BBA and MBA programs with specializations in Finance, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Fintech, Business Analytics, Human Resources, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Management, and International Business.
• School of Agriculture ICAR-accredited agricultural school offering B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture and M.Sc. Agriculture programs in Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Entomology, Horticulture, and Agricultural Extension. First private university in Telangana & AP with ICAR accreditation.
• School of Sciences & Humanities Undergraduate and postgraduate programs in basic sciences including Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Forensic Sciences, and Bioinformation.
• School of Design (powered by Hamstech) Design school offering Fashion Design and Interior Design programs with celebrity mentorship, industry-focused curriculum, and 100% placement support, delivered in partnership with Hamstech.
• International Engineering Program (IEP) 3+1 or 2+2 international pathway with US universities (University of Massachusetts Lowell, University of New Haven, University of Missouri, University of Central Missouri) enabling students to transfer for final years and optional 5th-year Master's. Annual fee $6,000 for CSE/ECE.
• B.Sc. Advanced (Honours) with University of Melbourne 2+2 dual degree program where students complete the first two years at SR University and the final two years at the University of Melbourne in Australia. Majors include Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physics, Data Science, and other sciences. SRU annual fee $4,000.

Quantifiable outcome

• Campus placement rate of 95%+ with 1300+ offers for 2026 batch
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• University of MelbournecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 20242+2 study abroad program where students complete 2 years at SR University and transfer to University of Melbourne for years 3-4 to earn Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) degree. CRICOS code: 112780B. Students must maintain 7.5 CGPA and IELTS 6.5 for transfer.
• University of Massachusetts LowellcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational Engineering Program (IEP) partner for 3+1 or 2+2 pathways with top USA universities. Includes option for 5th year Master's degree (MS).
• University of New HavencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIEP partner for engineering programs with pathway to US degree through 3+1 or 2+2 model.
• University of MissouricoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIEP partner providing pathway to US engineering education through collaborative degree program.
• University of Central MissouricoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIEP partner for International Engineering Program providing US university transfer options.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for B.Tech CSE programs including AI/ML, Cybersecurity, Data Science specializations. Microsoft provides curriculum input, technology platforms (Azure), and certification pathways.
• NVIDIA Deep Learning InstitutecoreTechnology or IntegrationUniversity Ambassadorship granted to Dr. Venkataramana Veeramsetty to conduct Deep Learning workshops using NVIDIA GPUs. Provides access to NVIDIA resources and certification.
• CyientmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry partnership for M.Tech Advanced Manufacturing Systems and B.Tech Mechanical Engineering programs. Provides industry exposure, projects, and potential hiring.
• SiemensmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with EEE department for B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering program with industry-aligned curriculum.
• TVS.TGmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for EEE program with focus on electric vehicles and emerging technologies in collaboration with TVS Group.
• HamstechmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership powering SR University School of Design with over 3 decades of excellence in creative education. Offers Fashion Design and Interior Design programs with celebrity mentorship.
• DivyaSree NSL InfrastructuremajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry partnership for B.Tech Civil Engineering program providing real-world project exposure.
• EPICS in IEEEmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with EPICS (Engineering Projects in Community Service) at Purdue University for social innovation projects through Collaboratory for Social Innovation center.
• AmazoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor recruiting partner with highest packages up to 29.36 LPA for SRU students. Multiple offers across various roles.
• CiscocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKey placement partner offering highest packages of 51 LPA including internships at 1.1 lakhs per month for 2026 batch.
• UNICEFminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial innovation collaboration for community projects and social entrepreneurship initiatives.
• IUCEE (Indo Universal Collaboration for Engineering Education)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational collaboration for engineering education improvement including EPICS programs, faculty development, and student exchange.
• San Diego State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaborator for potential student exchange and research collaboration.
• UC Santa CruzminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaborator for international exchange and research programs.
• Rennes School of BusinessminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaborator for business education exchange programs.
• Asia UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner for international collaboration in Asian region.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Chandigarh University: Fast-growing Indian private university with similar multi-disciplinary portfolio and emphasis on placements through a central placement cell. Comparable positioning in the private-university tier below the legacy brand leaders.
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE): Established Indian deemed university with broad disciplinary coverage including engineering, business, health sciences, and design. Comparable in scale and brand maturity; competes for placements and international students.
• SRM Institute of Science and Technology: Multi-campus Indian private university offering engineering, management, and applied research programs with industry partnerships and incubation. Competes directly with SRU for South Indian engineering talent and recruiter attention.
• Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT): Large Indian private university with comparable engineering, business, and applied-science programs, robust placement infrastructure, and similar student volumes. Directly competes for engineering applicants in South India and nationally.
• BITS Pilani: Premier Indian private-sector university with similar multi-campus engineering/technology focus, strong placement record, and international pathway partnerships. Closest comparable in scale and ambition among Indian private universities.
• KIIT University: Bhubaneswar-based private university with comparable engineering, management, and applied-research programs plus incubation activity. Competes for East Indian and national engineering applicants.
• Lovely Professional University (LPU): One of India's largest private universities by enrollment with comparable multi-school structure (engineering, business, agriculture, design) and high-volume placement operations. Closely comparable on scale metrics.
• Amity University: Large Indian private university group with very similar multi-disciplinary structure (engineering, business, design, agriculture). Direct competitor for national-level student intake and recruiter mindshare.

Emerging players

• Bennett University: Indian private university with similar engineering-plus-business structure and tech-industry partnerships (Times of India group); comparable GTM motion and recruitment to SRU in the mid-tier private segment.

Regional players

• IIIT Hyderabad: Telangana-located research-focused computer science institution; while narrower in scope, it draws from the same regional student pool and competes for top-tier tech talent and recruiter presence in Hyderabad/Warangal.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sr-university

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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