Overview
The meritorious institute of SRM University-AP is the first educational institute to be established in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh in 2017, with a vision to be globally connected, nationally relevant, and regionally transformative. In the short span of 7 years, through innovative pedagogy, evolving research ecosystems, entrepreneurial heritage, and pioneering faculty, the institute has accumulated numerous laurels and recognitions under various domains.
Awards & Accolades
SRM AP Recognised with QS-I GAUGE Diamond Rating for Institutional Excellence
SRM University-AP has been conferred QS-I GAUGE Diamond Rating for overall institutional excellence. The university’s advanced Facilities were certified with Platinum Rating, whereas key domains such as Employability, Teaching & Learning, Research, Diversity & Accessibility, and Internationalisation were recognised with Gold Rating. A Silver Rating was credited for its Governance and Structure.
SRM University-AP Excels in Employment Creation at FICCI HEE Awards - 2023
SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh has been bestowed with “Excellence in Creating Employment” at the 9th FICCI Higher Education Excellence (HEE) Awards organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in 2023.
SRMAP Bags Curriculum Design and Development Award - 2023
SRM University-AP was awarded the “Most Promising University for Curriculum Design and Development” at the 2nd Education Leaders and Awards Conclave 2023 held in Hyderabad. The award function was organised by Observe Now, a media platform and presented by LinkedIn, under the aegis of the Government of Telangana.
Conferred with the Award for Excellence in Enabling Research Environment (Science) - 2023
SRM University-AP has been bestowed with the Excellence in Enabling Research Environment (Science) Award at the 16th International Education Leadership & Skill Development Summit held in 2023 for the robust research ecosystem nurtured in the university.
13th Asia Education Summit & Awards 2023: Yet Another Recognition for Academic Excellence - 2023
SRM University-AP has been honoured with the award for the Best Emerging University with Academic Excellence in India at the 13th Asia Education Summit & Awards 2023 for the varsity’s outstanding services and contribution to the higher education sector.
SRM University-AP Walks Off with the Prestigious Accolade - 2022
SRM University-AP has been bestowed with the prestigious Best Brand Award 2022 at the fifth edition of The Economic Times Best Brands Conclave.The award is conferred to brands that have transformed their present structure, conditioned the future course of action, and delivered value to all their customers by constantly innovating.
DST-FIST Grant of Rs 1.4 Crores for Mechanical Engineering Department - 2023
SRM University-AP shares a momentous achievement as the Mechanical Engineering department has been awarded a financial grant of Rs 1.4 crores under the prestigious FIST (Fund for Improvement of S&T Infrastructure) by DST (Department of Science and Technology) Government of India.
Rankings & Recognitions
IIRF India University Rankings 2026:
- All India Rank 13 in University Category
- All India Rank 13 in Engineering Category
- Ranked #1 in Andhra Pradesh
- Ranked #6 in South Zone
- All India Rank 25 -Paari School of Business in Management Category
Times Engineering Survey 2026
- Ranked #20 among Private Engineering Institute in India
- Ranked #17 in Placements
- Ranked #9 in Research Capability
Ranked No. 21 among the Nation’s finest Engineering Institutions
School of Engineering and Sciences (SEAS), SRM University-AP Ranked No.1 among the Top 5 Emerging Engineering Colleges 2026
SRM University-AP secures No.1 position in the top Emerging Super Excellence category among Engineering Colleges in India
Ranked #8 in Engineering
Paari School of Business (PSB) ranked 3rd in the Top MBA colleges in Andhra Pradesh and 45th in the national level
Ranked No.1 Top Emerging BBA Institute and Top Emerging BBA Institute for Placement
SRM AP ranked among the Top 20 Best Engineering Colleges Under Private Universities in India. (State Rank – 1, National Rank – 17)
School of Engineering & Sciences Ranked 20th in the Top 200 Best Engineering College Rankings
- Ranked No.2 in the Best Private B-School at the Andhra Pradesh State level - Ranked No.40 in the Top 50 B-Schools under State Private Universities in India - Ranked No.81 in the Best Private B-Schools in India
Accorded Champion level under ASSOCHAM’s CARE recognition programme
- Ranked No.1 in the Best Engineering Colleges under Private Universities (State-level) - Ranked No.17 in the Best Engineering Colleges under Private Universities (National-level)
- National Best Private University
- Best Business School (awarded to Paari School of Business
- Excellence in Smart Campus & Classroom Infrastructure
Ranked No. 1 in National, South Zone and State in The New-Age Emerging University Category
Recognised as one of the Best Universities with Excellent Placement of the Year, India by Asia Today Media (2025)
Recognised as one of the Best Universities with Excellent Placement of the Year, India by Asia Today Media (2025)
Paari School of Business recognised as one of India's Best B-Schools 2025 with AAAA rating
Recognised Paari School of Business as the Business School of the Year 2024 (Innovation in Management Education)
Recognised Paari School of Business in the Top 10 Business Analytics Colleges in India (2024)
Top Emerging Engineering Institute in India in 3 categories
Ranked First among Best Young Indian Universities (Private Engineering Category)
Recognised in the Top 10 Private Universities
