BS Abdur Rahman Institute of Science, Chennai : Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology (Crescent University), situated on G.S.T. Road in Vandalur, Chennai, is a deemed-to-be university that began in 1984 as Crescent Engineering College and was elevated to university status in 2008. It was renamed in honor of its founder, B.S. Abdur Rahman, a noted philanthropist and educationist. The university is accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC and recognized by UGC, AICTE, NBA, BCI, COA, PCI, as well as being a member of AIU and ACU. Crescent University offers a wide spectrum of programs including engineering, architecture, law, business, computer applications, commerce, humanities, and sciences, at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. Its campus, spread across 50 acres of greenery near Tambaram, Chennai, is equipped with modern laboratories, libraries, hostels, sports facilities, and innovation centers. The institution is particularly well known for its engineering, law, and management programs, with strong industry collaborations and placement opportunities. With over 9,000 students and nearly 300 faculty members, Crescent emphasizes academic excellence, innovation, and holistic development, preparing graduates to be globally competitive professionals while fostering values of integrity and social responsibility. Guided by its motto Learn, Innovate, Excel, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent University continues to play a vital role in shaping higher education in Tamil Nadu, nurturing students who are academically strong, industry-ready, and socially conscious.