I have got a relative who recently graduated from SAU. Here is what he had to say about the institute.
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To prepare for the South Asian University entrance (MA International Relations) exam, here are some steps that you can follow:
By following these steps, you can prepare yourself for the South Asian University entrance exam and increase your chances of getting admission to the MA International Relations program.
South Asian University is a central funded government university. According to my friend studying there, It is not only an exceptional university in India but only one among the records of international universities in the world.
SAU has its own limitations as it is a new university. SAU is yet to be known among the scholarly and creating its name. Due to its less popularity, the entrance competition is not very tough. However, students prefer IITs, DU, and JNU for their post-graduate studies ignoring the high-level facilities provided at SAU.