Scaler School of Technology (SST) said it achieved 130 percent increase in admissions in 2024, with over 12,000 students registering for the Scaler National Scholarship and Entrance Test (NSET).
This figure marks a substantial jump from 5,000 registrations the prior year. Despite the high interest, SST maintained a selective acceptance rate of 3.7 percent, enrolling 440 students — an increase of 230 percent from its inaugural batch of 190 students.
More than 137 students declined admissions to top Indian institutions like IITs and NITs to join SST. Another 12 turned down offers from prominent global universities, including the University of Toronto and the University of Texas, in favor of SST.
Enrolled students boast impressive credentials, including JEE scores in the 99.4th percentile, top placements in the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) Regionals, and top standings in coding competitions and hackathons.
SST has an Innovation Lab dedicated to developing deep-tech startups and impactful projects, connecting students with industry mentors and leaders. Notable collaborations include a project with Bhashini, the Indian government’s AI-driven multilingual translation platform, to develop tools that break language barriers across India.
The hands-on experience has led to internships at companies like Freecharge and Pazcare, and 21 students work with Dukaan’s CTO. The program emphasizes project-based learning, which has set SST students apart and led to recognition from industry leaders.
SST’s curriculum, designed with insights from top tech professionals, addresses skill gaps in India’s education sector.
Co-founder Abhimanyu Saxena emphasizes the program’s role in producing industry-ready graduates with a unique blend of academic and practical experience.
Entrepreneurial students have opportunities to pitch projects to leading investors like Sequoia and Lightrock. SST’s impact and methodology have earned it a spot on Time’s 2024 list of emerging education companies.
SST students earn a 3-year BSc in Computer Science from BITS Pilani and a 1-year Master’s in Computer Science from Woolf University, benefiting from both domestic and international academic recognition.
SST’s innovative approach to education combines rigorous academics, real-world experience, and industry support, making it a prime choice for students pursuing careers in tech and innovation.
