Admission to all the courses and programmes at Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU) are strictly on merit, based on the eligibility criteria, admission criteria and processes prescribed by the University from time to time and assessment of individual performance in different entrance tests / procedures conducted by SIU including Symbiosis National Aptitude Test [SNAP], Symbiosis Entrance Test [SET], Symbiosis Law Admission Test [SLAT], Symbiosis All India Admission Test [AIAT], Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design [SEED], Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam [SITEEE] and Symbiosis Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET).
It is a matter of Policy that Symbiosis International (Deemed University) does not charge capitation fee for admission from students and this is widely and prominently published as well on all the relevant places like prospectus, website, Admission Booklets, etc.
All aspirants / parents are hereby notified that some individuals and/or organisations are giving / making false and misleading advertisements / claims in newspapers, websites, social media platforms or other means that they can secure/ ensure admission to various programme offered by Symbiosis International (Deemed University). Such individuals or organisations may also seek or demand money from aspirants or their parents in consideration of such purported assurances.
Aspirants and parents are advised to rely only on information and communications issued through the University's official channels, and to independently verify any claim regarding admission made by any third party.
It is informed at large that the University has not authorised or appointed any individual, agent, consultant or organisation to guarantee, assure or otherwise represent that admission to any course or programme, can be secured against payment of money or through any means other than the prescribed admission process. In this regard, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) requests the aspirants / parents to refrain from entering into any transaction with such elements. Despite this Notice, if any aspirant / parent still proceeds with or enters into transaction with such elements, they would be doing so at their own risk and cost.
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) further notifies that any aspirant attempting to approach Symbiosis International (Deemed University) for admission through or at the instances of such agents will be permanently debarred from admission to all the courses and programmes at Symbiosis International (Deemed University).
By order
Registrar
SIBMB
September 21, 2026

The E-Cell Induction 2026 was organized by SCALe, The Entrepreneurship Cell of SIBM Bengaluru, in association with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), to introduce the incoming batch to the world of entrepreneurship, innovation, and venture creation. The session aimed to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset among students and encourage them to explore opportunities beyond conventional career paths.
The keynote session was delivered by Dr. Sapptarishi Ghosh, CEO of the Symbiosis Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (SCEI), who shared valuable insights from his extensive experience in entrepreneurship, startup incubation, and innovation ecosystems. Through real-world examples, industry experiences, and practical frameworks, he highlighted the entrepreneurial journey, from identifying problems and opportunities to developing ideas and transforming them into successful ventures. His insights encouraged students to view challenges as opportunities for innovation and to develop a problem-solving mindset.
The session also introduced students to SCALe’s vision, objectives, and key initiatives. An overview was provided of the various opportunities available to students, including guest lectures, founder interactions, business case competitions, pitch battles, entrepreneurship workshops, and hands-on entrepreneurial projects. These initiatives are designed to provide students with practical exposure to the startup ecosystem and help them develop essential entrepreneurial skills.
The induction served as an engaging platform for students to understand the importance of innovation, creativity, and calculated risk-taking in today’s business environment. It encouraged them to think beyond traditional career paths, identify meaningful problems, and explore entrepreneurship as a potential avenue for creating value and driving positive change.