St. Peter’s Institute of Higher Education and Research (SPIHER), Chennai formerly known as St. Peter’s Engineering College was established in 1993 by Mr. T. Bala Reddy. It is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. The college is accredited by UGC and AICTE. It offers UG, PG, and Ph.D. courses. Admission into this institute is offered through the marks scored by the candidates in the entrance exams such as UGC-CSIR/ NET/ SLET.

SPIHER Chennai recorded the highest package of 7.5 LPA and an average package of 3.5 LPA in the placement drive in 2022. The top recruiters are HDFC Bank, SBI Cards, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Bajaj Capital, and Kotak Mahindra Bank.

Table of Contents

  1. SPIHER Chennai Courses & Fees
  2. SPIHER Chennai Placement
    2.1 Placement Statistics
  3. SPIHER Chennai Scholarships
  4. SPIHER Chennai Facilities
  5. SPIHER Chennai vs P. B. College of Engineering
  6. SPIHER Chennai FAQs

SPIHER Chennai Courses & Fees

The below table shows the details of St. Peters University Chennai’s fees structure and courses offered for students:

Course Name Details Selection Criteria
B.E/ B.Tech
  • Duration: 4 Years
  • Fees: INR 1 Lakh
  • Eligibility: Cleared 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized school or board and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on the university's entrance exam (SPIHER B.Tech/ B.Arch).
B.Arch
  • Duration: 5 Years
  • Fees: INR 100,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized school or board and obtained a valid score in NATA.
 Admission is based on the university's entrance exam (SPIHER B.Tech/ B.Arch).
BA
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fees: INR 21,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized school or board and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on a written entrance examination (SPIHER UG).
B.Sc
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fees: INR 26,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized school or board and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on a written entrance examination (SPIHER UG).
BCA
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fees: INR 31,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized school or board and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on a written entrance examination (SPIHER UG).
BBA
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fees: INR 41,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized school or board and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on a written entrance examination (SPIHER UG).
B.Com
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fees: INR 28,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized school or board and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on a written entrance examination (SPIHER UG).
MA
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Fees: INR 31,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on the University's entrance exam (SPIHER PG).
M.Sc
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Fees: INR 31,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on the University's entrance exam (SPIHER PG).
M.Com
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Fees: INR 36,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on the University's entrance exam (SPIHER PG).
MCA
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fees: INR 50,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on the University's entrance exam.
MBA
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Fees: INR 1.01 Lakhs
  • Eligibility: Cleared Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 Admission is based on the University's entrance exam.
Ph.D
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fees: INR 54,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and obtained a valid score in the institute’s entrance test.
 UGC-CSIR/NET/SLET/Entrance Test conducted by the university.
M.Phil
  • Duration: 1 Year
  • Fees: INR 27,000
  • Eligibility: Cleared Master’s degree in a relevant subject from a recognized university.
 UGC-CSIR/NET/SLET/Entrance Test conducted by the university.

SPIHER Chennai Placement

A separate Training and Placement section operates to organize training courses and placement drives for students. Students receive specialized instruction in personal development and soft skills beginning in the first semester, allowing them to confront life confidently and perform well in placement tests and interviews held by various companies.

Every academic year, around 90% of students are placed, while the others continue their education. Placement interviews are held on campus and in other universities by inviting reputable firms. Top recruiters who participated in the placement are Saint Gobain, Cyber Slash Support, HCL Technology, Sutherland, Phoenix Maritime Services Pvt. Ltd., Sybrant, MRF Tyres, Bharat Logistic Solutions, IMRB Abacus, Syntel, Origin Learning Solutions, etc.

Placement Statistics

The percentage of students placed in the previous years are mentioned in the table below:-

Years Placement
2017-2018 90%
2016-2017 85%
2015-2016 83%
2014-2015 84%
2013-2014 88%
2012-2013 86%

SPIHER Chennai Scholarships

St. Peters University Chennai offers scholarships based on academic scores to their students. The scholarship criteria for the branches as per the percentages obtained to get concession in tuition fee is given below:

Branches Physics, Chemistry & Maths Marks Percentage of scholarship in tuition fee
B.E Above 95% 70%
B.Tech 80 – 90% 50%
B.Arch 70 – 79% 25%

Apart from the criteria, students are required to submit family annual income proof, exam mark sheet photocopy, proof of address, proof of identity, and photographs when applying for the scholarships.

SPIHER Chennai Facilities

There are various facilities that SPIHER Chennai offers to its students:

  • Well-Stocked Library
  • Transportation Facilities
  • Digital Learning
  • Smart Classrooms
  • Seminar Hall
  • Gym for students
  • Medical Centre
  • Separate Guest Room

SPIHER Chennai vs P. B. College of Engineering

Comparison between SPIHER Chennai and P. B. College of Engineering is given below:

Particulars SPIHER Chennai P. B. College of Engineering
Approved by UGC and AICTE AICTE
Established 1993 2002
Ownership Deemed Private
Exam Accepted Tamilnadu 12th, CBSE 12th CBSE 12th, TNEA
Fees Comparison INR 3.63 Lakh INR 2.00 Lakh
Facilities
  • Library,
  • Cafeteria,
  • Hostel,
  • Sports Complex,
  • Gym,
  • Hospital / Medical,
  • Facilities,
  • Wi-Fi Campus,
  • Shuttle Service,
  • Auditorium,
  • Labs
  • Library,
  • Cafeteria,
  • Hostel,
  • Sports Complex,
  • Hospital / Medical,
  • Facilities,
  • Shuttle Service,
  • Labs

SPIHER Chennai FAQs

Ques. Are there placements available at St Peter's Institute Of Higher Education And Research?

Ans. At St Peter's Institute Of Higher Education And Research, a separate Training and Placement division organizes student training courses and placement drives. Beginning in the first semester, students receive specific instruction in personal development and soft skills, helping them to face life confidently and do well in placement tests and interviews offered by various companies.

Ques. Does SPIHER Chennai have hostel facilities?

Ans. Yes, SPIHER Chennai has hostel facilities for both boys and girls, covering 17,000 sq.m. with provisions like clean dining halls, recreation halls, TV rooms, and steam cooking systems.

Ques. Is it possible to pay the application cost online?

Ans. Yes, candidates need to visit the official website and select 'Pay Fees Online' at the top of the page. Fill out the application form with a valid email address and contact number and pay the INR 500 application cost.

Ques. What is the fee range at St. Peters University Chennai?

Ans. The fee range at St. Peters University Chennai is from INR 52,810 to INR 502,500.

Ques. How many courses and seats does SPIHER Chennai offer?

Ans. SPIHER Chennai offers around 35 undergraduate courses and 24 postgraduate courses along with a bandwidth of 676 seats.