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Vellore Institute of Technology Info

Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai campus is popular for adopting innovative methods to enhance the skills and knowledge of the students on a consistent basis.  Experienced and highly qualified Faculty Members of VIT set global standards in imparting teaching and research methods in pursuit of achieving excellence.

In the year 2021, VIT has been conferred the status of a University by the Human Resource Development of the Government of India.

NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) has accredited VIT with an A++ grade.  The campus of VIT Chennai has spread over 192.13 acres of land with about 13000 students from various outside Countries and many States across India.

VIT, Chennai campus – Key Highlights

Attributes

Details

Website

http://vit.ac.in

Type of University/Institute

Private, Co-education and Non-minority

Accreditation/Recognitions/ Rankings.

Accredited by NAAC

Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC)

Recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) for Law Programmes

NIRF 2022 Management Ranking all India Rank 102-125

Programs Offered

Engineering

Management

Law (Integrated Hons Programmes with BA/BBA)

Arts

Sciences

Computer Science

P.G Programme in Construction Technology

Admission Criteria

Based on Merit in the qualifying examination/National Common Entrance Tests/VIT EEE (for Engineering programs)

Mode of application

Online and offline modes

Placement

2022 Total Offers-1146, Highest CTC Rs.33.29 LPA/Average CTC Rs.7.22 LPA, Percentage of placements – 84.17%

Top Recruiters

WIPRO, Infosys, Cognizant, Accenture, Deloitte, TCS

VIT, Chennai Campus – Departments/Faculties

The following table depicts various Schools functioning in VIT, Chennai Campus

School of Advanced Sciences (SAS)

School of Information Technology & Engg (SITE)

VIT School of Design (V-SIGN)

School of Social Sciences and Languages (SSL)

School of Electronics Engineering (SENSE)

School of Civil Engineering (SCE)

School of BioSciences and Technology (SBST)

VIT School of Agricultural Innovation & Advanced Learning (VAIAL)

VIT B School (VIT BS)

School of Computer Science and Engg (SCOPE)

School of Agriculture (V-SPARC)

School of Mechanical Engineering (SMEC)

School of Electrical Engineering (SELECT)

School of Chemical Engineering (SCHEME)

School of Hotel and Tourism Management (HOT)

VIT, Chennai campus – Programmes/Courses offered

Programs/Courses offered with specializations by VIT, Chennai are tabulated below:

Programs and specialisations in UG/PG offered by VIT Chennai Campus

Name of the Programme

Specializations offered

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science and Engineering

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Electronics and Communication Engineering

Electronics and Computer Engineering

Fashion Technology

CSE in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML)

CSE in Cyber-Physical Systems

CSE in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics

Master of Technology (M.Tech) 

Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in Business Analytics (5 years Integrated Programme)

Computer Science and Engineering

CSE in Big Data Analytics

CSE in AI & ML (in collaboration with C-DAC, Pune)

CSE in Cyber-Physical Systems (in collaboration with C-DAC, Pune)

VLSI Design

Embedded Systems

Mechatronics

CAD/CAM

Structural Engineering

B.A. L.L.B

5 years Integrated Programme

B.B.A. L.L. B

5 years Integrated Programme

B.H.C

Hons Programme in Bachelor of Commerce

B.P.C

Hons Programme in Bachelor of Science (2 Majors and 1 Ancillary from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics

B.M.C

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computing

M.T. I

Integrated Master of Technology in Construction Technology and Management

M.Sc (Master of Science)

Physics

Chemistry

Data Science

M.C. A

Master of Computer Applications

M.B. A

Master of Business Administration

LLM (Master of Laws)

International Law and Development

Intellectual Property Laws

Corporate Laws

VIT, Chennai Campus – Popular Programmes

Undergraduate/Postgraduate programs in Engineering/Management/Sciences are most popular in the Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai campus.

VIT, Chennai campus –Eligibility criteria

Details of eligibility criteria are provided in the following table:

VIT, Chennai campus – Eligibility Criteria for UG/PG in Engineering Programmes

Program/Course Name

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)

B.Tech + M.Tech ((Integrated course)

Must be a Resident of India or Non-resident/PIO. 

Must have completed 21 years of age as on 1st July of the year of applying.

Need to score at least 60% /65% in aggregate in 12th Class or equivalent from a State/Central recognized Board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as main subjects.

Must qualify in the VIT EEE.  Valid score/rank obtained in JEE Mains shall be given weightage in admissions.

Master of Technology (M.Tech)

Must be a resident of India or Non-resident/PIO

Must have passed UG in Engineering of relevant branch

Must have secured valid score in VIT MEE

M.C. A/M.B.A/M. Sc

Must have passed Under graduation in the relevant Branch with 60% in aggregate

Weightage shall be given to candidates with valid score/rank in CAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT for MBA Programme

BA LLB/BBA LLB

UG (Hons) in Commerce/Sciences

12th class or equivalent examination from a recognized Board by Central/State Governments with 60% marks in aggregate.

Must have qualified in LSAT/CLAT for Law Programmes.

LLM

Must have passed the Undergraduate Programme in LLB

VIT, Chennai Campus – Fees structure

Fees structure for various Programmes offered by VIT Chennai campus in the following table:

Name of the Programme

Duration

Fees range (INR) per year

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)

4 years

1,76,000 to 1,98,000

Master of Technology (M.Tech)

2 years

1,92,000 to 2,99,000

B.Tech + M.Tech (Integrated)

5 years

1,92,000

Integrated BA (Hons) + LLB

5 years

1,62,000

Integrated BBA (Hons) + LLB

5 years

1,62,000

B.Sc, Fashion Design

5 years

77,000

B.Sc

3 years

1,64,000

M.C. A

3 years

1,37,000

L.L. M

1 year

85,000/-

For further details, candidates may check on the official website at http://vit.ac.in

VIT CHENNAI – Infrastructure facilities

The following are the infrastructure facilities available in VIT Chennai:

  • Library
  • Hostel for Boys and Girls
  • Sports Complex
  • Laboratories for all Departments
  • Moot Court for Law students
  • In-campus shuttle service
  • Auditorium
  • Convenience Stores
  • Bank/ATM facility
  • Medical/Hospital Facility
  • Cafeteria
  • Gym
  • Seminar/Conference Halls
  • Guest House

VIT Chennai – Reviews

Overall rating: 4.5 out of 5.0 with the following break-up of principal components:

Attribute/Component

Rating

Infrastructure Facilities

4.2

Campus Life

4.5

Placements

4.3

Faculty and Academics

4.1

Return on Investment

4.2

Industry Exposure

4.0

Vidyavision does not endorse the views/points of view of the students who participated in the above Reviews as they are their personal observations/opinions

VIT, Chennai – FAQs and Answers

1Q. Is VIT Chennai recognized/approved? If so, for details, please

A. VIT, Chennai Campus has the following approvals/recognitions:

  • Accredited by NAAC with A++
  • Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC)
  • Recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) for Law Programmes

2Q. What are the Programmes offered by VIT, Chennai?

A. Following are the Programmes offered by VIT, Chennai

Undergraduate/Postgraduate Programmes in the following streams:

  • Engineering
  • Management
  • Law (Integrated Hons Programmes with BA/BBA)
  • Arts
  • Sciences
  • Computer Science
  • G Programme in Construction Technology

3Q. What are the Common Entrance Tests considered for admission to various programs in VIT, Chennai?

Following Common Entrance Tests (CETs) are considered for admission to various programs in VIT, Chennai:

Weightage is given to JEE (Mains)/GATE/CAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT/CLAT/LSAT/NATA depending on the Programme chosen by the candidate and for Engineering Programmes VIT EEE is compulsory.   Admissions are based on merit in the qualifying examination and the rank/score obtained in the above Common Entrance Tests, including VIT EEE.

4Q. What is the status of VIT Chennai?

A. VIT, Chennai is a Private, Co-education, and Non-minority status.

5Q. What International Universities have collaborated with VIT, Chennai?

A. VIT University (all campuses) has 350+ International MOUs across the globe with various Universities in the following Countries:

AFRICA

AUSTRALIA

ASIA PACIFIC

EUROPE

MIDDLE EAST

WEST ASIA

NORTH AMERICA

SOUTH AMERICA

Candidates desirous of knowing further information may click on the official link at vit.ac.in

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Recognitions
  • Recognized By UGC
  • Approved By AICTE

Rankings
University Ranking
#10
YEAR - 2024
Engineering Ranking
#12
YEAR - 2024
Over All Ranking
#19
YEAR - 2024

Facilities
  • Computer Lab
  • Lab
  • Auditorium
  • Gym
  • Girls Hostel
  • Boys Hostel
  • Medical
  • Sports
  • Cafetaria
  • Library
  • Transport

NAAC Rank
A+

Courses
Course Category Course Fee Eligibility Exams Accepted
B.E / B.Tech Engineering Rs. 6,95,000.00 Candidates need to complete their 10+2 or equivalent exam from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% marks. VITEEE
M.E / M.Tech Engineering Rs. 2,84,000.00 Candidates who have completed their BE/BTech degree holders in Engineering in any field. GATE, VITMEE
Integrated Engineering - 10+2 qualification in the science stream are eligible to apply for this course.
MBA Management Rs. 5,98,000.00 A bachelors’ degree of minimum 3-Years after 10+2 examination, from a recognized board. CAT, GMAT, MAT, XAT
BBA Management Rs. 1,62,000.00 10+2 in any stream from a recognised university.
BA LLB Integrated Law - 10+2 & Qualify entrance exams like LSAT, CLAT, MH CET, etc.
BBA LLB Integrated Law - Passed 10+2 from a recognized board in any of the Commerce or Arts stream with securing minimum of 45% marks.
L.L.M Law - Bachelor's degree in the stream of law or social science with minimum aggregate as per the institute's requirement.
Integrated MSc Computers - Candidates must have passed Class XII from a recognised board. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English must be subjects studied in Class XII.
MCA Computers Rs. 4,07,000.00 Any graduate who has passed or appearing for the final year degree examination in any discipline (Science, Commerce, Arts, Engineering or any approved University) is eligible to apply. VITMEE
BCA Computers Rs. 1,10,000.00 Candidate must have passed 12th with 50% minimum aggregate.
M.Sc. Science Rs. 1,64,000.00 Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
Master of Science, Integrated Science - Class XII from a recognised board. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English must be subjects studied in Class XII.
B.Arch Architecture Rs. 2,88,000.00 NATA
MSW Arts - Bachelor's degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 per cent marks
M.Des Fashion and Design Rs. 3,58,000.00 Bachelor's degree in Design/Architecture/ Interior design/ Fine arts or in any stream with at least 50% marks from a recognized degree.

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College Rating
Overall Rating
4
Recommends: 93%
Not Recommends: 7%
Infrastructure 4.1
Campus 4.2
Faculty 3.9
Industry Exposure 3.9
Placements 3.9
Affordability 3.6
College Reviews
Vit vellore genuine review ( good academics but mass crowd)
Name: Mahesh | Batch of 2026 | Rating 4.5
Course: B.E / B.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering)
Recommends this college
Vit vellore has both positive and negatives, coming to positives... Vit vellore is campus where you can pursue any degree you want except medical.The environment in and around the campus is so beautiful and peaceful, campus is flooded with large trees. Vit has its own placement cell in the campus. More than 250+ companies visit the campus to recruit the final year students. Previous year (2023) the Highest package was grabbed by 2 students from CSE with 1.2 crore package annually from MOTARQ company. This year ongoing final year students grabbed the highest package of 1 crore from the same company. Pre final years are getting internship offers from many companies with stipends. Coming to hostels and mess ... There are two types of hostels for both men and women...AC and NONAC .. there are like more than 10-15 blocks of hostels only for men like A, B ,C .... Blocks .. coming to mess of 3 types , special, veg , non veg .. and also paid mess from private caterings. Dhobi is Available in every block.There are various types of sports facilities like tennis , cricket, volleyball, basketball..and there's also a stadium inside men's hostel. There are 3 Gyms and 2 gyms for women. The placements in VIT are quite good as far I know 90% of students gets placed regardless of their dream company but they will place. There are terms like super dream offers and dream offers for the students provided by academics.
Infrastructure 5
Campus 4.5
Faculty 4.5
Industry Exposure 5
Placements 4.5
Affordability 4.5
Posted On: 18-Dec-2024
VIT College Honest Review with all pros and cons
Name: Atharv Porwal | Batch of 2028 | Rating 3.5
Course: B.E / B.Tech (Electronics and Communication Engineering)
Recommends this college
VIT is a good university with great diversity all over india and all teachers are doctorate with good experience in teaching, the teaching methodology is updated with update syllabus the con is the high student intake of almost 5 thousand students including all courses.
Infrastructure 3
Campus 3
Faculty 3
Industry Exposure 3
Placements 3
Affordability 3.5
Posted On: 11-Dec-2024
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