BASIC DETAILS:
- Short Name: SSN
- Counselling Code: 1315
- Year of Establishment: 1996
- Status: Private Autonomous College
- Address: Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR) Kalavakkam – 603 110 Tamil Nadu, India
- Website: https://www.ssn.edu.in/
- Phone: +044 2746 9700
- Email: admissions@ssn.edu.in
SSN College of Engineering – Brief History:
- Founded: 1996 by Padma Bhushan Dr. Shiv Nadar.
- Initial Location: Thoraipakkam, Chennai (temporary).
- Permanent Campus: Moved to 230-acre campus in Kalavakkam, OMR, Chennai (1998).
- Contribution: Shiv Nadar gifted ₹1 million worth of HCL shares to the college.
- HCL Technologies – Worth
- HCL Technologies, is a global IT giant with a market capitalization of over ₹3.5 lakh crore (as of 2024).
How to Reach?
From Madurai:
- Start from Madurai on NH44, drive towards Chennai.
- As you reach the outskirts of Chennai, take the Tambaram – Perungalathur route to avoid city traffic.
- From there, connect to Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR/Old Mahabalipuram Road), which is the main highway towards SSN College.
- Drive straight on OMR passing Siruseri and Kelambakkam.
- The college is located in Kalavakkam, near Thiruporur, along this route.
- Total Distance: 410 km & Approx. Travel Time: 7-8 hours
Proximity from Major Cities:
- Chennai Central → 45 km (1 hour via OMR)
- Trichy → 270 km (5 hours via NH38)
- Coimbatore → 500 km (9 hours via Salem)
- Tirunelveli → 600 km (10 hours via NH38)
- Salem → 340 km (6 hours via NH79)
- Vellore → 170 km (3.5 hours via NH48)
Courses Offered (UG Engg):
- Chemical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Information Technology
- Bio-Medical Engineering
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (5 yrs Integrated)
Accreditation:
- National Board of Accreditation (NBA): NINE COURSES at SSN College of Engineering are accredited by the NBA.
- National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC): The college is accredited by NAAC with an ‘A++’ grade and a CGPA of 3.55 out of 4.
- National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF): In the NIRF 2024 rankings, SSN College of Engineering was ranked 46th in the Engineering category.
What the Students say about this college?
LIKES:
- Freedom & Exploration: Encourages students to think independently and explore new opportunities.
- Strong Placement Support: High placement rates, ensuring job opportunities even in tough times.
- Workshops & Seminars: Regular industry-focused sessions enhance learning.
- Top-Notch Infrastructure: Modern buildings, well-equipped library, Wi-Fi, and excellent sports facilities.
- Research & Campus Life: Advanced research center, diverse food options, and vibrant student clubs for talents like dance, music, and acting.
DISLIKES:
- Rigid Exam Patterns: Traditional exam system may not fully prepare students for the real world.
- Limited Cultural Activities: The cultural scene could be more vibrant.
- Restricted Sports Access: Sports complex is available only during specific hours.
- Fixed Timetable: Lack of flexibility in scheduling, controlled by management.
- Hostel Food Quality: Mess food needs better hygiene
- Remote Location: College is on Chennai’s outskirts, taking around 2 hours to reach the main city.
- Early Class Timings: Classes start at 8 AM, unlike other colleges that begin at 9 AM.
Key Strengths:
- Campus and Infrastructure: The college is situated on a sprawling 230-acre campus with a built-up area of over 2.1 million square feet, featuring state-of-the-art facilities.
- Faculty Excellence: SSN has a faculty strength of 275, with 201 holding Ph.D. degrees and 74 pursuing their Ph.Ds, ensuring a high level of academic mentorship.
- Research Output: In the last three years, SSN faculty members have published over 1,500 papers in reputed journals, reflecting a strong emphasis on research.
- Research Collaborations: The institution has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with leading companies such as Infosys Technologies Ltd., HCL Info systems Ltd., HCL Technologies Limited, and IBM to facilitate research projects.
- Centre of Excellence in Water Research (CEWAR) – Solving global water challenges with next-gen technology!
- SSN Research Centre – A multidisciplinary innovation lab, pushing the boundaries of science and technology!
- SSN Incubation Foundation (SSN iFound) – A startup launch pad with access to high-tech research labs, fueling the dreams of young entrepreneurs!
- ICETBM 2025: The 3rd International Conference on Emerging Trends in Business and Management (ICETBM 2025) will be hosted by the Department of Management Studies at Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering in India on February 27th and 28th, 2025.
- Internship Opportunities at SSN!
- Student Summer Internship (SSI): Hands-on training for UG/PG students across various engineering & science fields. (May–July)
- SSN High Awareness Program (SHAPE): Two-week internship for 11th graders to explore engineering with projects & mentorship.
- SSN Industrial Collaborations: L&T (curriculum dev., internships) | Caterpillar (research, training) | ICAR-CIBA (aquaculture research) | Builders’ Association of India (internships, field visits) | ZEUS Consultants (boot camps, placements) | Artelia Consulting (workshops, internships) | CCCL (practical training, industry exposure).
- SSN – Not just a college, but a career launchpad!
College Fee Structure:
- Total Fees (Day scholars): INR 2,97,000 / Annum
- Total Fees(Hostellers) : INR 3,27,000 / Annum
Placement Stats:
- Highest Package: ₹1.07 Crore per annum
- Second Highest Package: ₹84.2 Lakh per annum
- Average Salary Package: ₹10.8 Lakh per annum
- Total Number of Offers: 1026
- Dream Offers (₹6-10 Lakh per annum): 180
- Super Dream Offers (₹10-20 Lakh per annum): 248
- Marquee Offers (Above ₹20 Lakh): 46
Industry-wise Distribution of Placements:
- IT/ITES: 51% (This is the largest sector for placements)
- Core Engineering: 21%
- Consultancy: 19%
- Financial: 5%
- E-commerce: 2%
- Healthcare Tech: 2%
Placement Categories and Distribution:
- Super Dream Offers: 18% (These are offers with a salary package of over 10 Lakh per annum)
- Dream Offers: 47% (These are offers with a salary package in the range of 5 to 10 Lakh per annum)
- Regular Offers: 35% (These are offers with a salary package of less than 5 Lakh per annum)
Top Recruiters (Global Giants):
- Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Apple, Facebook, Oracle, Adobe, Cisco, Wipro, Infosys
- SSN has a strong placement record, with over 370 recruiters participating in campus interviews.
SAFE CUT OFF MARKS (FOR CSE):
- OC – 199
- BC – 198
- BCM – 197
- MBC – 197
- SC – 192
- ST – 178