Quick fee answer
For 2026-27, the primary management-quota fee comparison is: SRM AP CSE is ₹4,00,000 (annual fee); Parul CSE is ₹2,00,000 (annual fee). Use the table below for branch-level rows and source labels.
At a Glance — Management Quota Fees 2026-27
One aligned table keeps branch fees, route status, and profile checks comparable row by row.
| Branch / check | SRM AP | Parul |
|---|---|---|
| College profile | SRM University APAmaravati · Estd. 2017 | Parul UniversityVadodara · Estd. 2015 |
| Admission route | Management quota/private routeRows shown where current fee data exists | Management quota/private routeRows shown where current fee data exists |
| Type | Deemed University | Private |
| NAAC / NIRF | NAAC A+ | NAAC A++ |
| CSE | ₹4,00,000Annual feeVerified 3 Jul 2026 | ₹2,00,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 |
| CSE DS | ₹4,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | ₹2,00,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 |
| ECE | Not published | ₹1,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 |
| CSE AIML | ₹4,00,000Annual feeVerified 3 Jul 2026 | ₹2,00,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 |
| CSE Cyber | ₹3,60,000Annual feeVerified 3 Jul 2026 | ₹2,00,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 |
| AI&ML | ₹4,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | Not published |
| AI&DS | ₹4,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | Not published |
| EEE | Not published | ₹1,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 |
Fee notes
The management-quota fee comparison below is rendered from the current 2026-27 fee rows, not authored comparison prose. SRM AP CSE is ₹4,00,000 (annual fee); Parul CSE is ₹2,00,000 (annual fee).
Where Year 1 differs from later years, the amount is labelled as Year 1 payable rather than an annual fee.
Overview
SRM-AP (founded 2017) and Parul University (founded 2009 as institute, university 2015) target similar mid-tier admission profiles in different regions.
Both SRM AP and Parul are established engineering institutions — SRM AP founded in 2017 located in Amaravati, and Parul founded in 2015 located in Vadodara. Comparison covers JEE/state-entrance cutoffs, branch portfolios, fees structure, placement averages, and campus life — to help families and aspirants make a data-driven 2026 admission decision.
Academics
**SRM-AP** offers B.Tech in CSE, ECE, EE, ME, Civil with newer specialisations. **Parul** offers B.Tech across 30+ specialisations including unique programmes like Petroleum, Aerospace, Mechatronics.
Both colleges offer 4-year B.Tech programmes across CSE, ECE, EE, ME, and Civil with branch-specific specialisations. SRM AP is Deemed University with NAAC A+ accreditation. Parul is Private with NAAC A++ accreditation. Both follow AICTE-approved curriculum with industry-aligned electives, project-based learning, and credit-transfer options. CSE remains the most competitive branch at both, with ECE/IT close behind. Mechanical, Civil, and Chemical have lower cutoffs but solid placements at the better institution of the two.
Campus Life
**SRM-AP** at Amaravati Capital Region. **Parul** at Vadodara, Gujarat — large 150-acre campus.
Verdict
**Pick SRM-AP** if: want SRM brand, stronger CSE placements.
**Pick Parul** if: lower fees, broader specialisations, Gujarat location preference.
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