Founded in 1985, SRM Institute of Science and Technology is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Chennai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Tamil Nadu. This institution also has a branch campus in Delhi. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) is a very large coeducational Indian higher education institution. SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 37 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Indian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SRMIST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.