SSN College of Engineering

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · Est. 2007
#46NIRF 2024

One of India's top-ranked engineering institutions fostering innovation and excellence.

  • Comprehensive undergraduate engineering programs across 8 core disciplines plus support departments
  • 11 postgraduate M.E./M.Tech. programs including Power Electronics, VLSI Design, and Communication Systems
  • Dedicated research centre (SSNRC) with state-of-the-art laboratories for multidisciplinary research
  • Multiple admission pathways: undergraduate, postgraduate, international, lateral entry, PhD, and transfer
  • Founded by Shiv Nadar; part of SSN Institutions ecosystem including School of Management and Incubation Foundation
  • Central Library and comprehensive campus infrastructure supporting student life and academics

Academics

SSN College of Engineering offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate B.E./B.Tech. programs in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Civil Engineering, alongside support departments in English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. The college provides 11 postgraduate M.E./M.Tech. programs including specializations in Power Electronics & Drive, Communication Systems, VLSI Design, Computer Science & Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Energy Engineering, Environmental Science & Technology, and Medical Electronics. Additionally, the institution offers an Integrated M.Tech CSE program and maintains a dedicated Research Centre (SSNRC) focused on pioneering research in multidisciplinary domains critical to India's progress.

Admissions & Pathways

SSN provides multiple admission pathways to accommodate diverse student backgrounds and career goals. These include undergraduate B.E./B.Tech. admissions, postgraduate M.E./M.Tech. programs, international admissions for global students, lateral entry for diploma holders (2026 admissions now open), PhD admissions for research scholars, and transfer/lapsed seat admissions for students continuing their academic journey. The college also offers international admissions enabling students to join a diverse global community. As of 2025, the college has transitioned admissions for new cohorts to SSN School of Engineering at Shiv Nadar University Chennai (SNUC).

Research & Innovation

SSN Research Centre (SSNRC) embodies the institution's commitment to fostering innovation in multidisciplinary research with state-of-the-art laboratories. The college emphasizes a culture of innovation and discovery, offering PhD programs with expert faculty mentorship and cutting-edge facilities to empower scholars in creating solutions for real-world challenges. SSN iFound (Incubation Foundation) further supports entrepreneurship and innovation, empowering startups with advanced technology and world-class entrepreneurial practices.

Extended Ecosystem

Beyond the College of Engineering, SSN Institutions encompass the School of Management offering MBA programs designed to develop strategic thinking and leadership skills, and the School of Advanced Career Education (SACE) bridging academia and industry through full-time and part-time professional development programs. The institution also houses the SSN Research Centre and SSN iFound (Incubation Foundation), creating a comprehensive ecosystem for education, research, and entrepreneurship.

Founded
2007
Courses
15
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationSSN Institutions; founded by Shiv Nadar (Founder and Chairman Emeritus of HCL Technologies)
Websitehttps://www.ssn.edu.in/
HostelNot available
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Rankings at a glance

NIRF 2024
#46
Engineering national ranking

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Courses offered
15
Avg placements
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Total intake
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Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources